ISBN: 0195171195 Binding: Hardcover Edition: annotated edition Author(s): Laurie J. Sampsel Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA Number of Pages: 352
Music Research: A Handbook introduces music students to the major print and electronic research tools available to them Ideal for graduate-level music bibliography and research courses it can also be used in any undergraduate or graduate music course that requires students to engage in library research or to write a research paper Concise and practical this unique handbook does not aim to provide an exhaustive introduction to the subject; rather it is highly selective and guides students to the most significant English-language research tools and resources reference titles in major areas and the principal sources in French German Italian and Spanish The book's first section (Chapters 1-14) is organized by type of research tool--for example encyclopedias periodical indexes and discographies Each chapter in this section includes an overview of the tool it covers; an annotated bibliography that describes the tool's purpose scope strengths and weaknesses; and an evaluation checklist that encourages students to think critically about the tools and materials they discover as they do research The second section (Chapters 15-16) discusses style manuals and various resources for writing about music and citing sources Methods for evaluating reference and research tools are emphasized throughout the book Music Research: A Handbook is supplemented by a companion website wwwoupcomusmusresearch which includes supplemental links updates to available bibliographies and readings by chapter research tools listed by composer and lists of core music journals and major professional music associations
ISBN: 0205632130 Binding: Paperback Edition: 6 Author(s): Jeremy Yudkin Publisher: Prentice Hall Number of Pages: 360
Understanding Music teaches students what to listen for in music Jeremy Yudkins text is a rich music appreciation program that supports the instructors ultimate goal of teaching active listening By focusing on music of the Western tradition in its social historical and global context this text engages students in an active listening experience of music through a lively narrative and innovative activities all supported bya computer program which once downloaded will allow you to use the web-based listening guides and printed listening guides within the text
Worlds of Music: An Introduction to the Music of the World's Peoples, Shorter Version
ISBN: 0495570109 Binding: Paperback Edition: 3 Author(s): Jeff Todd Titon, Timothy J. Cooley, David Locke, David P. McAllester, Anne K. Rasmussen Publisher: Schirmer Number of Pages: 464
No background or training in music No problem This shorter version of WORLDS OF MUSIC: AN INTRODUCTION TO THE MUSIC OF THE WORLD'S PEOPLES is written to make music accessible Using the case-study approach the text presents in-depth explorations of music of several cultures from around the world The authors all ethnomusicologists working in their fields of expertise base their discussions of music-cultures on their own fieldwork and give you a true sense of both the music and culture that created it
The Music Lesson: A Spiritual Search for Growth Through Music
ISBN: 0425220931 Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): Victor L. Wooten Publisher: Berkley Trade Number of Pages: 288
From Grammy-winning musical icon and legendary bassist Victor L Wooten comes The Music Lesson the story of a struggling young musician who wanted music to be his life and who wanted his life to be great Then from nowhere it seemed a teacher arrived Part musical genius part philosopher part eccentric wise man the teacher would guide the young musician on a spiritual journey and teach him that the gifts we get from music mirror those from life and every movement phrase and chord has its own meaningAll you have to do is find the song inside
ISBN: 0385231261 Binding: Hardcover Edition: 1 Author(s): Barry Green, W. Timothy Gallwey Publisher: Doubleday Number of Pages: 225
By the best-selling co-author of Inner Tennis here's a book designed to help musicians overcome obstacles help improve concentration and reduce nervousness allowing them to reach new levels of performing excellence and musical artistry
ISBN: 0764550098 Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): David Pogue, Scott Speck Publisher: For Dummies Number of Pages: 384
The more you know about classical music the more you love it Now thanks to Classical Music For Dummies you can achieve a whole new level of insight into both the composers and the compositions that have made classical music one of the great accomplishments of humankind Classical Music For Dummies doesn't assume that you have a degree in musicology -- or even that you took a course in music appreciation Rather the multimedially gifted David Pogue and renowned conductor Scott Speck explain classical music in terms you can understand and they describe musical elements so that you can hear them for yourself A reference you can dip into at any point Classical Music For Dummies covers such topics as
The various forms that classical music takes -- from symphonies to string quartets
What goes on behind the scenes and on stage to fill a concert hall with great classical music
How to recognize by sight and by sound the many instruments that make up an orchestra
The nuts and bolts of classical music -- from rhythm to harmonic progression Plus Classical Music For Dummies comes complete with a CD containing over 60 minutes of masterpieces compiled especially for the book The CD also includes a demo version of the AngelEMI Classics For DummiesTM multimedia interface to try out on your Windows-based PC or Macintosh computer
ISBN: 0073121622 Binding: Paperback Edition: 5 Author(s): Katherine Charlton Publisher: McGraw-Hill Humanities/Social Sciences/Languages Number of Pages: 400
Rock Music Styles blends musical commentary into an historical and social framework as it traces the development of rock music from its roots in country and blues to the most contemporary trends Through well-chosen song examples and easy-to-read listening guides students will experience firsthand the defining characteristics of rock styles and develop the ability to make connections between the popular music of yesterday and today
ISBN: 0495505307 Binding: Paperback Edition: 3 Author(s): Michael Campbell Publisher: Schirmer Number of Pages: 384
This refreshingly current fascinating book examines the roots and history of American popular music chronologically from 1840 to the present With a focus on basic music fundamentals as well as the elements of each style POPULAR MUSIC IN AMERICA: THE BEAT GOES ON Third Edition examines the heritage and diversity of popular music; the underlying kinship among its many styles; and the evolution of popular music from minstrel show music to rap and alternative The opening chapter uses a familiar musical example to introduce readers to the elements of popular music
Cengage Advantage Books: Music Listening Today (with 2-CD Set)
ISBN: 0495565768 Binding: Paperback Edition: 3 Author(s): Charles Hoffer Publisher: Schirmer Number of Pages: 368
Go beyond just listening to develop your knowledge of musical styles forms and genres with CENGAGE ADVANTAGE BOOKS: MUSIC LISTENING TODAY 3e This compact edition is a complete course package--text and two CDs With dozens of engaging familiar and less familiar selections at your fingertips you can learn how to listen to and appreciate all types of music including Western popular fundamental folk and world music
ISBN: 0451226402 Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): Aaron Copland Publisher: NAL Trade Number of Pages: 320
Now in trade paperback: The definitive guide to musical enjoyment (Forum)
In this fascinating analysis of how to listen to both contemporary and classical music analytically eminent American composer Aaron Copland offers provocative suggestions that will bring readers a deeper appreciation of the most viscerally rewarding of all art forms
