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A Short History of Opera
By Hermine Weigel Williams, Donald Grout. 2003
When first published in 1947, A Short History of Opera immediately achieved international status as a classic in the field.…
Now, more than five decades later, this thoroughly revised and expanded fourth edition informs and entertains opera lovers just as its predecessors have.The fourth edition incorporates new scholarship that traces the most important developments in the evolution of musical drama. After surveying anticipations of the operatic form in the lyric theater of the Greeks, medieval dramatic music, and other forerunners, the book reveals the genre's beginnings in the seventeenth century and follows its progress to the present day. A Short History of Opera examines not only the standard performance repertoire, but also works considered important for the genre's development. Its expanded scope investigates opera from Eastern European countries and Finland. The section on twentieth-century opera has been reorganized around national operatic traditions including a chapter devoted solely to opera in the United States, which incorporates material on the American musical and ties between classical opera and popular musical theater. A separate section on Chinese opera is also included.With an extensive multilanguage bibliography, more than one hundred musical examples, and stage illustrations, this authoritative one-volume survey will be invaluable to students and serious opera buffs. New fans will also find it highly accessible and informative. Extremely thorough in its coverage, A Short History of Opera is now more than ever the book to turn to for anyone who wants to know about the history of this art form.From the beginning of the American Occupation in 1945 to the post-bubble period of the early 1990s, popular music provided…
Japanese listeners with a much-needed release, channeling their desires, fears, and frustrations into a pleasurable and fluid art. Pop music allowed Japanese artists and audiences to assume various identities, reflecting the country's uncomfortable position under American hegemony and its uncertainty within ever-shifting geopolitical realities. In the first English-language study of this phenomenon, Michael K. Bourdaghs considers genres as diverse as boogie-woogie, rockabilly, enka, 1960s rock and roll, 1970s new music, folk, and techno-pop. Reading these forms and their cultural import through music, literary, and cultural theory, he introduces readers to the sensual moods and meanings of modern Japan. As he unpacks the complexities of popular music production and consumption, Bourdaghs interprets Japan as it worked through (or tried to forget) its imperial past. These efforts grew even murkier as Japanese pop migrated to the nation's former colonies. In postwar Japan, pop music both accelerated and protested the commodification of everyday life, challenged and reproduced gender hierarchies, and insisted on the uniqueness of a national culture, even as it participated in an increasingly integrated global marketplace. Each chapter in Sayonara Amerika, Sayonara Nippon examines a single genre through a particular theoretical lens: the relation of music to liberation; the influence of cultural mapping on musical appreciation; the role of translation in transmitting musical genres around the globe; the place of noise in music and its relation to historical change; the tenuous connection between ideologies of authenticity and imitation; the link between commercial success and artistic integrity; and the function of melodrama. Bourdaghs concludes with a look at recent Japanese pop music culture.The Musician as Entrepreneur, 1700-1914: Managers, Charlatans, and Idealists
By William Weber. 2004
To be successful, a musician often has to be an entrepreneur: someone who starts a performing venue, develops patrons, and…
promotes the project aggressively. Accomplishing this requires musicians to acquire social and business skills and to be highly opportunistic in what they do. In The Musician as Entrepreneur, 1700–1914, international scholars investigate cases of musical entrepreneurship between around 1700 and 1914 in Britain, France, Germany, and the United States. By uncovering the ways in which musicians such as Telemann, Beethoven, Paganini, and Liszt conducted their daily business, the authors reveal how musicians reshaped the frameworks of musical culture and, in the process, the nature of the music itself.This book examines the roles, functions, and interpretations of rock music as part of the initial push towards exploring national…
and personal identities in a newly independent Belarus. It also includes a summary of rock concert activity in Belarus.Connected Lives: Halsey/Billie Eilish (Connected Lives)
By Saddleback Educational Publishing. 2020
Themes: Music, Nonfiction, Chapter Book, Hi-Lo, Hi-Lo Books, Hi-Lo Solutions, High-Low Books, Hi-Low Books, ELL, EL, ESL, Struggling Learner, Struggling…
Reader, Special Education, SPED, Newcomers, Reading, Learning, Education, Educational, Educational Books. Connected Lives, a contemporary nonfiction series for teens, features the fascinating life stories of popular artists. Each book presents two singers in a similar musical genre who have lived extraordinary lives, exploring how their lives interconnect and how they are different. As similar as these artists may seem, their rise to fame may have been very different. Multiple musical genres are represented across the series, including pop, hip-hop, jazz, and country. Graphic elements, such as timelines, charts, and Venn diagrams, are featured in every chapter. Books are 64 pages and full-color.Francis Poulenc: Music, Art and Literature
By Sidney Buckland; Myriam Chimènes. 1999
This collection of essays provides vivid new insights into Poulenc‘s world, his particular rapport with painters, writers and fellow musicians,…
and with the socialte who promoted his music through their salons. Contributions from international Poulenc scholars include the influence of various artists on his music, the nature of his affinity for Eluards poetry, his response to texts by Cocteau and Bernanos, and his constant search for suitable libretti. New light is thrown on two friendships, the first with his childhood friend Raymonde Linossier who introduced him to the world of books, the second to his teacher Charles Koechlin who greatly influenced his choral style. A detailed study is also provided of Poulenc‘s four choral works with orchestra. Finally, the reader is allowed a rare view of Poulenc at the microphone, not as interviewee but as radio presenter, in his 1947-1949 series of programmesA bâtons rompus.Living with Music: Ralph Ellison's Jazz Writings
By Ralph Ellison. 2002
Before Ralph Ellison became one of America’s greatest writers, he was a musician and a student of jazz, writing widely…
on his favorite music for more than fifty years. Now, jazz authority Robert O’Meally has collected the very best of Ellison’s inspired, exuberant jazz writings in this unique anthology.Ubiquitous Music Ecologies
By Damián Keller, Victor Lazzarini, Nuno Otero, Luca Turchet. 2021
Ubiquitous music is an interdisciplinary area of research that lies at the intersection of music and computer science. Initially evolving…
from the related concept of ubiquitous computing, today ubiquitous music offers a paradigm for understanding how the everyday presence of computers has led to highly diverse music practices. As we move from desktop computers to mobile and internet-based multi-platform systems, new ways to participate in creative musical activities have radically changed the cultural and social landscape of music composition and performance. This volume explores how these new systems interact and how they may transform our musical experiences. Emerging out of the work of the Ubiquitous Music Group, an international research network established in 2007, this volume provides a snapshot of the ecologically grounded perspectives on ubiquitous music that share the concept of ecosystem as a central theme. Covering theory, software and hardware design, and applications in educational and artistic settings, each chapter features in-depth descriptions of exploratory and cutting-edge creative practices that expand our understanding of music making by means of digital and analogue technologies.French Music in Britain 1830–1914 (Music in Nineteenth-Century Britain)
By Paul J Rodmell. 2021
French Music in Britain 1830–1914 investigates the presence, reception and influence of French art music in Britain between 1830 (roughly…
the arrival of ‘Grand Opera’ and opéra comique in London) and the outbreak of the First World War. Five chronologically ordered chapters investigate key questions such as: * Where and to whom was French music performed in Britain in the nineteenth century? * How was this music received, especially by journal and newspaper critics and other arbiters of taste? * What characteristics and qualities did British audiences associate with French music? * Was the presence and reception of French music in any way influenced by Franco-British political relations, or other aspects of cultural transfer and exchange? * Were British composers influenced by their French contemporaries to any extent and, if so, in what ways? Placed within the wider social and cultural context of Britain’s most ambiguous and beguiling international relationship, this volume demonstrates how French music became an increasingly significant part of the British musician’s repertory and influenced many composers. This is an important resource for musicologists specialising in Nineteenth-Century Music, Music History, and European Music. It is also relevant for scholars and researchers of French Studies and Cultural Studies.Loops 1: Una historia de la música electrónica en el siglo XX
By Javier Blánquez, Omar Morera. 2018
Vuelve la Biblia de la música electrónica. Una edición revisada y ampliada de una obra que marcó una época. El…
regreso más esperado por los fans de la música electrónica. Loops es una obra pionera que marcó un antes y un después cuando se publicó en el año 2000. Ahora vuelve revisada y ampliada, fiel a ese primer estudio apasionado sobre el nacimiento y la evolución de un género único. Cubriendo todo el siglo XX, Loops trata con idéntica pasión las expresiones electrónicas más difíciles y las relacionadas con el fenómeno de la música de baile. Sus autores trazan conexiones entusiastas con el universo del pop, el rock, el cine y la literatura para explicar el cómo y el porqué de la electrónica. Obra de una decena de periodistas, productores y DJ, éste pretende ser un libro de múltiples lecturas; una guía o introducción básica para el no iniciado, un volumen que ayuda a buscar pistas, a seleccionar escuchas en función de gustos, y a la vez un trabajo que pueda ampliar datos y conocimientos al ya iniciado o incluso al experto. Reseñas:«Uno de los intentos más serios realizados en nuestro país por ofrecer una visión panorámica sobre la música electrónica.»El País «Interesante, divertido, exhaustivo y excelentemente documentado.»Ricard Robles, codirector del Festival Sónar «Una obra imprescindible para entender la música que escuchamos.»Ángel MolinaAnthony Stradivari the Celebrated Violin Maker (Dover Books on Music)
By Stewart Pollens, Francois-Joseph Fetis. 2013
Renowned nineteenth-century musicologist Fran ois-Joseph F tis assembled this authoritative survey with the assistance of noted violin maker…
and dealer Jean-Baptiste Vuillaume Focusing on the work of the Italian master violin maker Stradivarius this volume explores the early history and construction of stringed instruments In addition this valuable resource provides rare contemporary glimpses of the world of Paganini Schumann and Berlioz A reprint of a rare 1864 publication this study offers intriguing historical information to violinists music historians and music lovers of all ages A new Introduction by famed musicologist Stewart Pollens provides further insightsBeethoven's Piano Playing: With an Essay on the Execution of the Trill
By Anton Kuerti, Franz Kullak. 2013
Originally written as an introduction to a critical edition of Beethoven s piano concertos this informative performance guide is…
the work of an accomplished pianist composer and conductor Franz Kullak presents more than 100 annotated and analyzed musical examples along with biographical information about the composer and general rules for the performance of the concertos In addition a separate essay offers pointers on the proper execution of the trill Suitable for intermediate- and advanced-level pianists this volume is newly edited and supplemented with additional examples by celebrated concert pianist and composer Anton Kuerti who provides an informative Introduction with musical examplesLoops 2: Una historia de la música electrónica en el siglo XXI
By Javier Blánquez. 2018
Una historia intensa y apasionada sobre el ltimo siglo de un g nero musical que hipnotiza…
a multitudes la m sica electr nica Loops 2 retoma la historia de la m sica electr nica d nde la dej el primer volumen una obra can nica para los amantes del g nero P P Desde 2002 hasta la actualidad el periodista Javier Bl nquez cubre la transformaci n de un estilo musical que en los ltimos quince a os ha dejado de ser minoritario para formar parte del relato cultural del siglo XXI P Todo ha evolucionado a un ritmo fren tico los h bitos de consumo han cambiado raves por festivales y clubes por tel fonos m viles la t cnica ofrece m s opciones que nunca la aparici n de nuevas corrientes es constante y la electr nica ha colonizado pr cticamente todos los g neros a su alrededor P Esta obra nace de un trabajo meticuloso y entusiasmado que plantea un sinf n de preguntas que apelar n a aficionados y ne fitos por igual es el reggaet n m sica electr nica Lo es el ltimo disco de Madonna con referencias veladas al xtasis Va por libre el hip hop Y el rock se puede bailar Y en el centro del debate cu l es la verdadera identidad de este g nero en pleno siglo XXI Realmente lo hemos visto todoComplete Variations for Solo Piano
By Ludwig Van Beethoven.
The piano music of Beethoven is an indispensable part of the repertoire of any serious pianist. Especially appealing are the…
variations, magnificent compositions second only to the sonatas and concertos in importance, and among the most recorded and performed music in the piano literature.This volume contains all 21 sets of Beethoven's solo piano variations, including the extremely popular Diabelli Variations, Op. 120, which, in the view of many critics, accomplished for the piano what Bach's Goldberg Variations did for the harpsichord. Also included are the perennially admired Thirty-two Variations in C Minor, the Eroica Variations, Op. 35, and a treasury of variations on themes by Dressler, Salieri, Süssmayr, Righini, and other composers.Reprinted from the authoritative Breitkopf & Härtel edition, this music manifests the prodigious invention and imagination the master brought to the variation form. Now the complete corpus of variations is available in this inexpensive reliable edition, ready to inspire and challenge pianists and music lovers.A Queerly Joyful Noise: Choral Musicking for Social Justice
By Julia Jules Bal n. 2017
A Queerly Joyful Noise examines how choral singing can be both personally transformative and politically impactful. As they blend their…
different voices to create something beautiful, LGBTIQ singers stand together and make themselves heard. Comparing queer choral performances to the uses of group singing within the civil rights and labor movements, Julia “Jules” Balén maps the relationship between different forms of oppression and strategic musical forms of resistance. She also explores the potential this queer communal space creates for mobilizing progressive social action. A proud member of numerous queer choruses, Balén draws from years of firsthand observations, archival research, and extensive interviews to reveal how queer chorus members feel shared vulnerability, collective strength, and even moments of ecstasy when performing. A Queerly Joyful Noise serves as a testament to the power of music, intimately depicting how participation in a queer chorus is more than a pastime, but a meaningful form of protest through celebration.The Lure of Faraway Places
By James Raffan, Herb Pohl. 2007
The Lure of Faraway Places is the publication canoeist Herb Pohl (1930-2006) did not live to see published. But Pohl's…
words and images provide a unique portrait of Canada by one who was happiest when travelling our northern waterways alone. Austrian-born Herb Pohl died at the mouth of the Michipcoten River on July 17, 2006. He is remembered as "Canada's most remarkable solo traveller." While mourning their loss, Herb Pohl's friends found, to their surprise and delight, a manuscript of wilderness writings on his desk in his lakeside apartment in Burlington, Ontario. He had hoped one day to publish his work as a book. With help and commentary from best-selling canoe author and editor James Raffan, Natural Heritage is proud to present that book, Herb's book, The Lure of Faraway Places. "There's nothing like it in canoeing literature," says Raffan. "It's part journal, part memoir, part wilderness philosophy and part tips and tricks of the most pragmatic kind written about parts of the country most of us will never see by the most committed and ambitious solo canoeist in Canadian history."Narratives from Beyond the UK Reggae Bassline: The System is Sound (Palgrave Studies in the History of Subcultures and Popular Music)
By Matthew Worley, William ‘Lez’ Henry. 2021
This book explores the history of reggae in modern Britain from the time it emerged as a cultural force in…
the 1970s. As basslines from Jamaica reverberated across the Atlantic, so they were received and transmitted by the UK’s Afro-Caribbean community. From roots to lovers’ rock, from deejays harnessing the dancehall crowd to dub poets reporting back from the socio-economic front line, British reggae soundtracked the inner-city experience of black youth. In time, reggae’s influence permeated the wider culture, informing the sounds and the language of popular music whilst also retaining a connection to the street-level sound systems, clubs and centres that provided space to create, protest and innovate. This book is therefore a testament to struggle and ingenuity, a collection of essays tracing reggae’s importance to both the culture and the politics of late twentieth and early twenty-first century Britain.Maui: A Day-by-Day Plan for Your Dream Vacation
By Andrea Lown, Rose Gully, Geoff Moysa. 2014
A day-by-day plan for an unforgettable, stress-free vacation in Maui. Rose + Gully has done all the research to create…
the ultimate holiday with just the right amount of rest and relaxation combined with off the beaten path adventure. This tested, 9-day itinerary takes you through the island's best beaches, snorkeling spots, hidden waterfalls, shopping and more. What's in the guide?The Itinerary:* 9 full-day itineraries with daily activities and meals to help you make the most out of your trip* Local tips and recommendations to get you off the beaten path* West Maui's most spectacular beaches and secluded snorkeling spots, exhaustively tested by Rose + Gully's dedicated team* Detailed day trips for the Road to Hana drive, Haleakala Crater and Upcountry* Additional restaurants, activities and options to customize the itinerary to your unique tastes and budget Accommodations, Car Rentals & Other Logistics:* Recommended accommodations close to the action ranging from posh resorts to cool vacation rentals* Options and advice for Maui car rentals* Handy collection of booking tips, tricks and links plus exclusive Maui deals* Simple, delicious recipes and grocery list using fresh local ingredients for condo rentals with kitchens* Packing checklist designed specifically for Maui weather and activities* Stress-free route to take care of all holiday logistics such as groceries, snorkeling gear, car rentals and moreMandolin Exercises For Dummies
By Don Julin. 2014
Learn to Build your skills playing scalesPlay arpeggios with confidenceMaster chord forms and progressionsPractise makes perfect with this hands-on resource…
for mandolin players of all skill levelsFor mandolin players practise makes perfect Use this hands-on resource to get the most out of your practise sessions Get hundreds of exercises in various keys and positions use drills to help practise time build your technique like a pro practise scales and full-length pieces and much more Take your mandolin playing to the next level today Get ready -- pick up an overview of the fundamentals use exercises to limber up and much moreExplore arpeggios -- dive into the major and minor arpeggios with triad patterns then move on to major 7th and minor 7th patternsAll about chords -- practise major and minor inversions and get groovy with major 7th chord inversionsGet on the scales -- start up with the major scales then move on to mastering the minor scales with practise exercisesTips and tricks -- get tips to help you practise better including using a metronome playing with recordings and moreOpen the book and find A full review of the basics and reading musicWarm-ups specific to mandolin playersMajor and minor scale patternsPractise exercises for chords and scalesTips and exercises for connecting scale patternsTricks for chord progressions along with practise notesTen tunes to practise everything at onceBoy's Own: The Complete Fanzines 1986-92
By Frank Broughton. 2014
There’s a moment in Jack Kerouac’s 1962 autobiographical come-down novel ‘Big Sur’ where ‘the King of the Beats’ (a term…
he hated) comes face to face with “some sort of Beat Jesus”, an 18 year old proto-hippy “with a beard and crazy hair”, in San Francisco a good eight or nine years before Woodstock, and a forbearer of a subcultural, generational shift that arguably changed Western culture for good. Boys Own, the Complete Fanzines, 1986-92, has Big Sur moments peppered through the 1986-88 issues, as a small crew of West London football lads, clubbers, music freaks and blaggers start to realise that they’re not just near the centre of Acid House as it starts to emerge from the primordial soup of mid 80’s UK subculture, they and the faces around them are helping create it. Just as Kerouac refused to be dragged into the patchouli scented embrace of the idealistic movement he helped create, by Autumn 1988 the Boys Own central committee were already kicking back against the commercialised explosion in Acid House culture : The TV documentary crews lurking around raves were mocked, the first wave of mass market ravers in Top Shop bought smiley t shirts were famously branded ‘Teds’, the plain clothes coppers in bandanas and day glo laughed at. But whilst Kerouac’s bitterness against the hippies he’d helped create solidified into a destructive, reactionary, booze fuelled hatred, the Boys Own lot carried on throwing parties, dj ing and making records, always ready to have a laugh from the side lines at the assumed self-importance of those same activities. The Boys Own Fanzines, like Oz and International Times for the hippies, or Sniffing Glue and Vague for the punks, remain an invaluable collection of first hand accounts and sharp witted commentaries documenting the pre-history, moment of inception, and after-shocks of Acid House, one of the more exciting and important moments in our modern subcultural history.