Author :
Publisher : Alfred Music Publishing
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 41,95 MB
Release :
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781457410710
This pocket-sized dictionary presents current and correct notation practices in an easy-to-use format. Generously illustrated and concise, this book is essential to any musician looking for a handy reference for the correct notation of music. A most welcome and beneficial source for every musician, whether using a pencil or a computer.
Author : Michael C. Thomsett
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 43,38 MB
Release : 2016-03-25
Category : Music
ISBN : 1476615268
Noted lexicographer Thomsett here dissects more than 1,400 terms, a buttula to zither, with clarity and precision; 383 high quality original illustrations render concepts that make verbal explanation difficult. Fully cross referenced, this dictionary is an authoritative source for researchers, musicologists, professional musicians, teachers and students of music, and educated members of the public. The richly detailed and comprehensive dictionary proper is followed by a five-language glossary of instruments. An illustrated notation guide provides identification of symbols used in musical scores. The final section comprehensively covers scales, keys and chords.
Author : Dave Black
Publisher : Alfred Music
Page : 357 pages
File Size : 14,58 MB
Release : 2005-05-03
Category : Music
ISBN : 1457412993
At last, an orchestration book tailor-made for the classroom musician on a budget. Any teacher, student or professional musician, whether a composer, orchestrator, arranger, performer or enthusiast will find this thoroughly comprehensive dictionary full of the most needed information on over 150 instruments. Designed for quick and easy reference, the Essential Dictionary of Orchestration includes those much-needed instrument ranges, general characteristics, tone quality descriptions, technical pitfalls, useful scoring tips and much more!
Author : Willi Apel
Publisher : Harvard University Press
Page : 968 pages
File Size : 40,20 MB
Release : 1969
Category : Music
ISBN : 9780674375017
Contains nearly 1000 pages of precise and accessible information on all musical subjects.
Author : L. C. Harnsberger
Publisher : Alfred Music
Page : 339 pages
File Size : 46,82 MB
Release : 2005-05-03
Category : Music
ISBN : 1457410699
A useful collection of definitions, composers and theory. This pocket-sized reference book includes a broad range of important information, from basic principles of theory and concise biographies of composers to pronunciations of foreign terms and ranges of instruments and voices. This easy-to-use volume covers every major aspect of music. Includes over 330 pages.
Author : Elaine Gould
Publisher : Faber Music Ltd
Page : 694 pages
File Size : 17,82 MB
Release : 2016-08-17
Category : Music
ISBN : 0571590039
Behind Bars is the indispensable reference book for composers, arrangers, teachers and students of composition, editors, and music processors. In the most thorough and painstakingly researched book to be published since the 1980s, specialist music editor Elaine Gould provides a comprehensive grounding in notational principles. This full eBook version is in fixed-layout format to ensure layout and image quality is consistent with the original hardback edition. Behind Bars covers everything from basic rules, conventions and themes to complex instrumental techniques, empowering the reader to prepare music with total clarity and precision. With the advent of computer technology, it has never been more important for musicians to have ready access to principles of best practice in this dynamic field, and this book will support the endeavours of software users and devotees of hand-copying alike. The author's understanding of, and passion for, her subject has resulted in a book that is not only practical but also compellingly readable. This seminal and all-encompassing guide encourages new standards of excellence and accuracy and, at 704 pages, it is supported by 1,500 music examples of published scores from Bach to Xenakis. This is the full eBook version of the original hardback edition.
Author : Alison Latham
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 205 pages
File Size : 39,29 MB
Release : 2004
Category : Music
ISBN : 9780198606987
This comprehensive one-volume dictionary covers all the musical terms in English and other European languages generally used in Western music. With over 2,500 A-Z entries, this ideal reference book provides clear, succinct definitions across a broad range of subjects, including rhythm, metre, scales, harmony and counterpoint, notational systems, and many more. An indispensable reference for students and teachers of music.
Author : Oxford University Press Staff
Publisher : Berkley Publishing Group
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 24,23 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Electronic books
ISBN : 9780425180693
From Oxford University Press, renowned for educational and reference works, comes this handy, concise guide to all things military.* Covers all conflicts involving the U.S. military, military ranks, attire, insignia, medals, weapons, military prisons, vehicles, ships and aircraft* Pronunciations of military terms and acronyms* Numerous lists and additional facts on people, places, and battles* A must-have for members of the military and students of military history
Author : Paul Griffiths
Publisher : Penguin Global
Page : 896 pages
File Size : 50,20 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Music
ISBN :
Looks at the lives and achievements of thousands of composers and examines key topics such as music history, theory, and jargon.
Author : Joyce Bourne Kennedy
Publisher :
Page : 985 pages
File Size : 19,51 MB
Release : 1994
Category : Music
ISBN : 9780198691624
Includes entries for more than two thousand composers of all nationalities and eras, and includes definitions of musical terms and forms, and descriptions of musical instruments.
