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The biggest edition yet - expanded and updated with 35,000 words of new material

Critically acclaimed in its previous editions, The Complete David Bowie is widely recognized as the foremost source of analysis and information on every facet of Bowie's career. The A-Z of songs and the day-by-day dateline are the most complete ever published. From the 11-year-old's skiffle performance at the 18th Bromley Scouts' Summer Camp in 1958, to the emergence of the legendary lost album Toy in 2011, to his passing in January 2016, The Complete David Bowie discusses and...

Die Grossen werden immer grosser und die Kleinen immer weniger. Ist, was in der Wirtschaft schon eine gewisse Tradition hat, nun auch im Kunst- und Kulturbereich angekommen? Wahrend O2- und Color Line Arenen Jahrhundertumsatze machen, stehen die kleinen Clubs vor schwierigen existenziellen Herausforderungen, die seit einiger Zeit immer mehr in die offentliche Wahrnehmung rucken. Dabei sind sie doch fur ein vielfaltiges kulturelles Angebot so wichtig, da sie nicht allein Prasentationsplattformen sind, sondern ein in die Szene integrierter Bestandteil der Kultur, der letztendlich die Inhalte...

First Published in 2003. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Updated and expanded version of the classic reference work, The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Opera, this new text edition examines the history and development of opera, from its roots in the theatrical choral dances of Ancient Greece, through the sublime compositions of Handel and Mozart and on to the groundbreaking works of Verdi, Wagner and beyond. Organised by era, the composers and their works, along with the key librettists and singers of the period, are placed in their historical, social and cultural context through extensive introductory sections. Cross-references and theme boxes...

A Dictionary for the Modern Pianist combines nearly four hundred entries covering classical and popular pianists, noted teachers, terminology germane to the piano's construction, and major manufacturers--both familiar firms and outstanding, independent builders who have risen to the forefront in recent years. Speaking to the needs of the modern performer, it also includes entries on jazz and pop artists, digital pianos, and period instruments. As a resource for professionals and students, A Dictionary for the Modern Pianist is also accessible to more general readers, as all of its topics are...

The second half of the twentieth century saw a great number of powerful vocal pairings as short-lived but undeniably magical collaborations. Dynamic Duets: The Best Pop Collaborations from 1955 to 1999 uncovers the stories behind 110 of the most memorable duets between otherwise independent musical artists. Whether the two artists came together for only one song or for many, the story of each duet s inception, the collaboration process, and the song s success and promotion paint a dynamic portrait of each artist and the music they created. Focusing on songs that made it into the Top 40 on...

Titles in the Dictionaries for the Modern Musician series offer both the novice and the advanced artist key information designed to convey the field of study and performance for a major instrument or instrument class, as well as the workings of musicians in areas from conducting to composing. Each dictionary covers topics from instrument parts to technique, major works to key figures--a must-have for any musician's personal library A Dictionary for the Modern Singer is an indispensable guide for students of singing, voice pedagogues, and lovers of the art of singing. In addition to classical...

This Dictionary is part of the Oxford Reference Collection using sustainable print-on-demand technology to make the acclaimed backlist of the Oxford Reference programme perennially available in hardback format.
A unique and authoritative A-Z reference work that will answer all your questions on who's who in opera. Contains over 2,500 lively entries on operatic characters, with information on the creator of the role and notable performances. From Aeneas to Zaida, A Book of Opera Characters provides extensive coverage of all the...

The International Who s Who in Classical Music 2017 is a vast source of biographical and contact information for singers, instrumentalists, composers, conductors, managers and more. Each entrant has been given the opportunity to update his or her information for the new improved 2017 edition.

Each biographical entry comprises personal information, principal career details, repertoire, recordings and compositions, and full contact details where available. Appendices provide contact details for national orchestras, opera companies, music festivals, music...

Throughout the western classical tradition, composers have influenced and been influenced by their students and teachers. Many musicians frequently add to their personal acclaim by naming their teachers and the lineage through which they were taught. Until now, the relationships between composers have remained uncataloged and understudied, but with enough research, it is possible to document entire schools of composition. Composer Genealogies: A Compendium of Composers, Their Teachers, and Their Students is the first volume to gather the genealogies of more than seventeen thousand classical...

Bellringers handy tool.

Good choice as a present for any bell ringer.

Draw a line for any method.

Just keep this pad with your diagrams book and whenever you need to check out a method you will have this pad of dots to help you draw the line.

This pad is ideal for doubles, minor and triples.

Helping a fellow ringer? Then use this pad full of dots to explain where their bell passes the treble.

If you are trying to develop advanced bell ringing techniques then this tool will make life just that bit easier for you.

Did you know, a bell ringer is called a...

"Take a Peek into the Psychology of Modern Korean People Through Slang"
-李宇龙, SM Entertainment-

"The Kpop Dictionary is a fun mix of common slang and adages frequently found in Kpop and Korean Dramas which will help provide a base for understanding that goes far beyond subtitles. As a YouTube personality who focuses on the ever-changing world of Korean entertainment, I see this book being an extremely useful resource to anyone interested in improving their comprehension of Korean Dramas and Kpop."
- Stephanie Ishler, Hallyu Back...

For the first, Dr. David Whitwell presents a thorough study of the performance of music in society together with the philosophical views on art versus entertainment, the role of performance in education and character formation and how earlier philosophers viewed the interplay among Reason, Emotions, experience and the senses.

Learn the basics of music theory in this comprehensive and easy-to-understand guide.

From classical to hard rock, and jazz to hip hop, music is constantly evolving, but many of the basics have stayed the same. Understanding these basics is key to becoming a successful musician and well-rounded music lover.

Music Theory 101 covers everything novice musicians and lifelong learners need to know, including:

-How to read sheet music
-Understanding the construction of chords and scales
-The different rhythm and time signatures
-How keys are identified and organized...

Vordiplomarbeit aus dem Jahr 2001 im Fachbereich Musikwissenschaft, Note: 1,0, Universitat Hildesheim (Stiftung) (Musik), Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Die Entwicklung des am 12. April 1940 in Chicago geborenen Herbert Jeffrey Hancock zu einem der einflussreichsten Jazzmusiker des 20. Jahrhunderts war in einem Punkt eine uberaus gradlinige: Der ambitionierte Pianist und Komponist hat sich uber den gesamten Verlauf seiner mittlerweile 40 Jahre dauernden Karriere stets eine ungewohnlich hohe Motivation und ein ihn durchdringendes Interesse fur Musik der verschiedensten Arten bewahrt. Dieses...

An expanded and updated edition of this acclaimed, wide-ranging survey of musical theatre in New York, London, and elsewhere.

An expanded and updated edition of this acclaimed, wide-ranging survey of musical theatre in New York, London, and elsewhere.