| The Luthier's Handbook:
Reference Books:
Reference [Textbook] Hal Leonard
A guide to building great tone in acoustic stringed instruments. An essential it...(+)
A guide to building great tone in acoustic stringed instruments. An essential item for the instrument builder The Luthier's Handbook explores the secrets and science behind making good-sounding acoustic stringed instruments. Renowned author Roger H. Siminoff brings to the table more than four decades of luthiery experience and shares the time-tested philosophies tips and technology of the craft. As the ideal complement to other books on building instruments this text describesthe structural and acoustical attributes of air chamberswhat to listen for when tap-tuningselecting a good piece of woodplacement of the braces and tone bars and how totune themhow to select the right stringswhat to consider in bridge design conceptsand much more! Includes a free string gauge calculator for determining the right set of strings.
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| Adrian Ingram: The Gibson
L5: Reference Books:
Reference [Book] Hal Leonard
Looks at the history and the famous players of the Gibson L5 the precursor of t...(+)
Looks at the history and the famous players of the Gibson L5 the precursor of the modern archtop guitar from its creation to its standing today as the world's most popular jazz guitar.
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| The Epiphone Guitar Book:
Reference Books:
Instrumental Reference [Book] Backbeat Books
A Complete History of Epiphone Guitars-The story of Epiphone one of the oldest ...(+)
A Complete History of Epiphone Guitars-The story of Epiphone one of the oldest and most famous guitar companies is told by former staff historian Walter Carter. It's an epic story spanning three centuries from Old World roots in the 19th century to the golden age of American makers in the 20th century and onward into the global market of the new millennium. It's the story of America's business from an individual luthier to a family business and on to corporate ownership. And it's the story of American popular music powered by Epiphone guitars from big-bodied Emperor that drove the swing bands of the 1930s to the electric hollowbodies of the 1960s used by TheBeatles and studio ace Howard Roberts to custom solidbody models for such modern rockers as Noel Gallagher (Oasis) Jeff Waters (Annihilator) and Frank Iero (My Chemical Romance). Beautifully illustrated with photos of all the important Epiphone instruments and the extraordinary musicians who played them this is a fascinating history of an iconic name in the world of the guitar.
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| The Les Paul Guitar Book:
Reference Books:
Instrumental Reference [Textbook] Hal Leonard
British author Tony Bacon's definitive guide to Gibson's most famous Guitar mov...(+)
British author Tony Bacon's definitive guide to Gibson's most famous Guitar moves into its latest and most complete version yet with this new and thoroughly revised edition. Now with 16 more pages and 45 new pictures this timely (and re-titled) update of 50 Years of the Gibson Les Paul (2002) tells the story of one of the greatest musical instruments of the 20th century - and one that is still holding center stage today.Since Gibson's Les Paul solid body electic Guitar first appeared in the early 1950s it has always been easier to list the famous guitarists who have not used one at some point or another in their careers.This improved edition of the bookfeatures a complete history of the Guitar and its players - from the original Goldtop through the Fretless Wonder and the revered 1958-60 'Burst' and on to the reissues of today.Richly illustrated with 250 archive and performance shots ephemera and specially comissioned studio photos The Les Paul Guitar Book is the most complete guide ever to Gibson's best-known Guitar and a must-have for every player and collector.Helps profile the memory and achievements of Les Paul who died in August 2009.
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| Alan Greenwood Gil
Hembree: Official Vintage
Guitar Magazine Price
Guide 2016: Hal Leonard
The Official Vintage Guitar Price Guide is the world's leading reference on the ...(+)
The Official Vintage Guitar Price Guide is the world's leading reference on the values of vintage and collectible instruments. Compiled using critical research and analysis it appraises electric and acoustic Guitars Amps Basses Effects Mandolins Steels and Lap Steels Ukuleles and even Banjos! With information on more than 2 000 brands along with 1 300 photos and more than 192 000 copies sold The Guide remains the industry's hands-down leading source of pricing information.
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| Moderne: Reference Books:
Instrumental Reference [Textbook] Hal Leonard
The Moderne is an electric Guitar designed by Gibson in 1957 alongside the Flyin...(+)
The Moderne is an electric Guitar designed by Gibson in 1957 alongside the Flying V and Explorer as part of a stylistically advanced line.Sources claim that Gibson made a handful of prototypes but an original has yet to surface. The Moderne was eventually put into production in 1982. Because of their very limited production and unusual design they have become highly sought after by collectors.Here is the story explained in interviews and photos of this curious development associated with the golden era of Guitar making.
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| Julien Bitoun: Guide de
survie en magasin de
musique: Guitar:
Instrumental Tutor Français [Book] Carisch
Guide de survie en magasin de musique
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| The Future of Music:
Reference [Book] Berklee
Manifesto for the Digital Music Revolution-Get a head start as the recording ind...(+)
Manifesto for the Digital Music Revolution-Get a head start as the recording industry is turned on its head with this manifesto for the digital music revolution. Digital technology whether it be mobile phones computer games iPods MP3s or file sharing has become acatalyst that is turning the established music industry inside out. Every aspect of music production and distribution from royalties and intellectual property rights to CD-copying and the importance of radio is being called intoquestion. However at the same time the music industry is healthier and more vibrant than ever. This book will show you a host of new ways to find the music you want to hear and how to connect to your favourite artists.Discover the top 10 truths about the music business of the future and how you can benefit from the explosion in digital music today and tomorrow.
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| Inside the Hits:
Reference [Book] Berklee
The Seduction of a Rock and Roll Generation-The Seduction of a Rock and Roll Gen...(+)
The Seduction of a Rock and Roll Generation-The Seduction of a Rock and Roll Generation. How does a song become more than words and music to represent or influence the voice of a generation? Inside the Hits dissects more than 60 of the most powerful and memorable hit songssince the birth of rock and roll to reveal the roots of their success. Author Wayne Wadhams examines the key ingredients that made the songs work then and now including: melody lyrics performance production artist image promotion and market timing. What really stopped Mick Jagger from getting Satisfaction? How did a secretary who was mistaken for a prostitute give Donna Summer her new sound? Find all the answers in Inside the Hits. ReadingInside the Hits was like reliving some of the most memorable moments in rock and roll. A captivating read for industry professionals and fans alike. - Phil Ramone
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| The Gibson 335: Reference
Books: Instrumental
Reference [Textbook] Hal Leonard
Gibson's first 'semi-acoustic' the ES-335 which was neither totally solid nor f...(+)
Gibson's first 'semi-acoustic' the ES-335 which was neither totally solid nor fully acoustic is the guitar choice used by many famous guitarists. Written by Adrian Ingram this book covers the history of the instrument from its very making to the legendary guitarists who played it.The Gibson 335 is used by many famous performers such as: Andy Summers Elvin Bishop Lee Ritenour Jay Graydon Rodden Ford Freddy King John McLaughin Jimmy Page Chuck Berry Tony Mottola Johnny Rivers Jack Wilkins Bono Grant Green Eric Clapton Stevie Ray Vaughan Alvin Lee B.B. King Emily Remler Otis Rush Pete Townsend John Lee Hooker and Mr 335 himself - LarryCarlton.This book is a must for every 335 player and guitar enthusiast or collector.
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| The Songwriters Survival
Guide To Success:
Reference Books [Textbook] Hal Leonard
This is the only book written for songwriters from the viewpoint of a music publ...(+)
This is the only book written for songwriters from the viewpoint of a music publisher. Veteran music publisher Dude McLean presents the how-to of getting your songs recorded. It's the art and craft of song-plugging from the perspective of a veteran music publisher who's been pitching and been pitched to for years. McLean's experience covers every aspect of music publishing including representing securing record deals for administrating for and having songs recorded or written by everyone from Ray Charles to Whitney Houston ZZ Top to Twisted Sister and Johnny Cash to Tanya Tucker. The Songwriter's Survival Guide To Success: How To Pitch Your Songs covers every aspect of songplugging with proven step-by-step procedures. It deals with the how when why and to whom to pitch details how to find and keep contacts how to get to artists and how to connect with a good music publisher. The book outlines procedures
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| Kirsten Liese: Elizabeth
Schwartzkopf: Reference
Books [Textbook] Hal Leonard
From Flower Maiden to Marschallin (Hardback)-As Flower Maiden in Wagner's Parsif...(+)
From Flower Maiden to Marschallin (Hardback)-As Flower Maiden in Wagner's Parsifal she gave her opera debut. As Marschallin in Strauss's Rosenkavalier she made history. One of the greatest singers of the last century Elizabeth Schwarzkopf possessed not only an unmistakable timbre but also a bewitching beauty. This pictorial volume contains hundreds of costume and portrait photographs from her private estate providing a lasting reflection of her personality and elegance.
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| Gibson Electric Steel
Guitars 1935-1667:
Reference Books:
Instrumental Reference [Textbook] Hal Leonard
This book recounts the story of all the electric steel guitars - or electric 'Ha...(+)
This book recounts the story of all the electric steel guitars - or electric 'Hawaiian' guitars as they were called during most of their tenure - that were built by Gibson between 1935 and 1967. Hawaiian guitars were the most popular form of electric guitars until the 1950s and they contributed to some crucial developments in pickups and amplification in addition to lending their voice to the earliest solid body electrics. Aesthetically the early postwar instruments are also amongst the coolest designs ever produced by Gibson.Over 450 illustrations including a wealth of colour pictures catalogue reproductions and patent drawingsA comprehensive section ondating instruments as well as detailed shipping totals for the 1935-1967 period.
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| Music Smarts: Reference [Book] Berklee
The Inside Truth and Road-Tested Wisdom from the Brightest Minds in the Music Bu...(+)
The Inside Truth and Road-Tested Wisdom from the Brightest Minds in the Music Business-This amazing compilation features 600 quotations from esteemed musicians and artists who have taken a moment to reflect on their influences heroes integrity performances and so much more.These gems of hard-won wisdomcover not only the highs of success money and fame but also frankly reveal the lows of missteps and rejection.The shared experiences of heavy-hitters such as George Martin Tom Petty Phil Ramone Brian Wilson JackJohnson k.d. lang David Foster and Carlos Santana to name just a few can function as both advice for those starting out in the industry and a behind-the-scenes peek for any music fan.This handbook also includes a visual?who's who? of the music biz with the inclusion of headshots of the artists featured.A celebration of what it means to make music this collection is a must-have for anyone who has ever hummed a tune or been inspired by aninsightful lyric.
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| Gruhn's Guide to Vintage
Guitars - Third Edition:
Reference Books:
Instrumental [Textbook] Hal Leonard
Gruhn's Guide to Vintage Guitars is the most extensive and detailed list of spec...(+)
Gruhn's Guide to Vintage Guitars is the most extensive and detailed list of specifications ever published for identifying dating and establishing the authenticity of an instrument. This new edition is enlarged and updated making it once again the essential guide enabling collectors dealers players and fans to determine the authenticity rarity and relative value of vintage acoustic and electric guitars basses mandolins banjos and amps. Gruhn's Guide's thoroughness detail and clear organization have made it without peer the must-have tool for discerning an instrument's manufacturer model and date-and most importantly whether it is in originalcondition.You will not find a better guide nor one that is so easy to use. Vintage Guitar magazineMajor Manufacturers Covered:DobroEpiphoneFenderGibsonGretchGuildKayLarson BrothersMartinMosriteNationalOvationRickenbackerIndependent Makers:BenedettoCollingsD'AngelicoD'AquistoGilchristMonteleoneStromberg
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| The Wow Factor: How To
Create It: Mixed Choir:
Reference [Textbook] Hal Leonard
What is it about some musicians and performers who consistently achieve success?...(+)
What is it about some musicians and performers who consistently achieve success? Are they the bestperformers? Did they have the best teachers? Do they have the best professional contacts andconnections? Is it just coincidence? Of course not!Dr. Steve Zegree of Western Michigan University choral arranger and conductor of Western Michigan'sGold Company has developed this practical guide for performers students teachers and parents whichoffers fundamental philosophies and concepts that are essential to a person's growth and developmentand will contribute to a successful professional life in music. More than just the basics more than aprescribed curriculum and more thanjust getting in front of an audience to go through the motions ofwhat you did in rehearsal call it the Wow Factor there is something for everyone in this book!And as a special bonus Chapter 8 offers interviews with great performers from all facets of the music industry including: Simon Carrington Nick Lachey Ward Swingle Roger Emerson Mac Huff LizaMinnelli and many more!Topics include:Chapter 1: The Wow Factor: The FrameworkChapter 2: How to Practice and Rehearse for The Wow FactorChapter 3: How to Prepare a Wow AuditionChapter 4: Ifs Ands or Buts and Rules to Live ByChapter 5: Don't Go to Your Face: Putting the Polish on Your PerformanceChapter 6: How to Educate and EntertainChapter 7: How to Win on NBC's Clash of the ChoirsChapter 8: 'Wow' Perspectives: The InterviewsChapter 9: Coda
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| The Martin Archives:
Reference Books: History [Book] Hal Leonard
A Scrapbook of Artifacts Treasures and Inside Information-The Martin Archives ...(+)
A Scrapbook of Artifacts Treasures and Inside Information-The Martin Archives Scrapbook provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of America's oldest and most revered Guitar maker bringing the company's story to life with all kinds of memorabilia from their expansive archives - from a fold-out floorplan of their North Street factory and early purchase ledgers to letters and photographs from the many world-famous musicians who have favoured Martin Guitars. The Martin Archives contain over 700 000 artifacts many of which have lain unseen for generations. The images documents and other souvenirs in this book have been carefully selected in order to paint acomplete picture of the company and its instruments from the concert halls of the pre-Civil War United States and the Grand Ole Opry stage to Woodstock Coachella and beyond. Whilst some Guitar makers in the U.S.A. predate the advent of the business computer Martin predates the typewriter electric lights and even the steam locomotive and this scrapbook reveals what an interesting ride that's been. In addition to 104 full-colour pages The Martin Archives Scrapbook also features pockets containing reproductions of original posters swing tags and more. The perfect gift for any Martin Guitar enthusiast or collector this illuminating book examines the impressive role played by Martin in the Golden Age of American music and the birth of rock 'n' roll.
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| William, Ryan : Musique
sur PC avec Windows XP
pour les Nuls [Textbook]
Toute la musique que j'aime, elle vient de là, de mon PC. Ce livre, au format p...(+)
Toute la musique que j'aime, elle vient de là, de mon PC. Ce livre, au format poche, se propose de vous montrer comment exploiter à fond les capacités audio de votre PC. `Musique sur PC avec Windows XP pour les Nuls` est un guide d'utilisation des outils audio livrés avec ce système d'exploitation, mais aussi d'outils et d'applications gratuits ou payants que vous installerez sur votre ordinateur pour tous vos besoins musicaux. Découvrez: - Les lecteurs multimédias - Ripper des fichiers et créer des CD - Nero 6, Itunes, Musicmatch - Les sites d'achat de musique - Mixer et distribuer votre musique - Créer un véritable studio / Livre /
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| Biojout, Jean-Philippe /
Fardet, Pascal : Guide
des CD Récompensés par
la Presse et les Grands
Prix Français [Textbook] Bleu Nuit Editeur
Quels disques classiques choisir aujourd?hui ? Quelles sont les versions qui ...(+)
Quels disques classiques choisir aujourd?hui ? Quelles sont les versions qui ont été récompensées par les revues du disque (Diapason, Classica-Répertoire, Le Monde de la Musique, Télérama, Opéra international...) et les Grands Prix (Charles Cros, Victoires de la Musique, Nouvelle Académie du Disque, Classiques d?Or RTL, Orphées d?Or...) ? Voici un guide qui vous propose une histoire de la musique classique. Avec plus de 3.000 références, vous retrouverez aussi les CD commercialisés qui ont reçu les plus hautes distinctions. Pour la première fois, les différents prix sont tous regroupés pour chaque référence. Le lecteur pourra ainsi comparer les différentes versions en un coup d?oeil. D?autre part, les compositeurs sont classés par grandes périodes musicales et sont présentés par une courte biographie. / Livre /
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| Lecomte, Henri : Guide
des Meilleures Musiques
du Monde en CD Français [Textbook] Bleu Nuit Editeur
Quels disques de musique du monde choisir aujourd?hui ? Voici un guide qui vo...(+)
Quels disques de musique du monde choisir aujourd?hui ? Voici un guide qui vous propose une découverte géographique des musiques du monde. Avec plus de 1.000 références, vous retrouverez les meilleurs CD commercialisés. Le classement se fait par continent et grandes zones culturelles. Un texte d?introduction vous initie aux spécificités musicales locales et vous pourrez vous repérer grâce aux cartes et notes. Que vous soyez un amateur éclairé ou bien un néophyte de la musique du monde, ce guide vous aidera dans la constitution de votre discothèque et pour vos prochains achats. / Musiques du monde / Livre /
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| Fanelli, André : Guide
des Meilleures Musiques
Jazz en CD Français [Textbook] Bleu Nuit Editeur
Quels disques de jazz choisir aujourd?hui ?
Voici un guide qui vous prop...(+)
Quels disques de jazz choisir aujourd?hui ?
Voici un guide qui vous propose une découverte des grands courants jazz. Avec plus de 1.000 références, vous trouverez les meilleurs CD commercialisés. Le classement se fait par style musical et par artiste.
Un texte d?introduction vous initie aux origines du Jazz. Que vous soyez un amateur éclairé ou bien un néophyte de la musique jazz, ce guide vous aidera dans la constitution de votre discothèque et pour vos prochains achats. / Jazz / Livre /
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