Grammy Pulse
Author :
Publisher :
Page : 468 pages
File Size : 10,48 MB
Release : 1984
Category : Sound recording industry
ISBN :
Hunter's Heart
Author : Kimber White
Publisher : Nokay Press, LLC
Page : 195 pages
File Size : 38,49 MB
Release : 2017-03-21
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
Book Description
The Grammys
Author : Thomas O'Neil
Publisher : Penguin Group
Page : 612 pages
File Size : 25,71 MB
Release : 1993
Category : Music
ISBN :
Book Description
Despite the biases that the Grammys reflect, they are still the holy grail of the music world. This first comprehensive look at the Grammys presents 30 years worth of stories from behind the dazzling spectacle, covering all the gossipy fun and giving a fascinating, factual account of how the awards originated. Photos.
Amadeus
Author : Ray Morton
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 31,49 MB
Release : 2011-02-01
Category : Music
ISBN : 087910421X
Book Description
In this first book ever written about the making of this classic and beloved film, Ray Morton traces the genesis of Amadeus from the conception of the original idea by Shaffer to the development of the screenplay – which turned the play inside out and made a profound theatrical experience into a dazzling cinematic one. The casting of Tom Hulce and F. Murray Abraham to play Mozart and Salieri gave two unknowns the roles that every star in the world was desperate to play. Amadeus details the production of the film in then-Communist Czechoslovakia – where the filmmakers were bedeviled by everything from decrepit studios to unpredictable weather to constant surveillance by the Czech secret police – and the creation of the film's glorious music, which features dazzling interpretations of Mozart by Sir Neville Marriner and the legendary Academy of Saint Martin in the Fields orchestra. The book concludes by describing the film's successful release in 1984, which generated wonderful reviews, terrific box office, eight Academy Awards, a best-selling soundtrack that propelled classical music to the top of the pop charts, a 2002 director's cut, and a reputation as one of the greatest and most popular films of all time.
Royal Pain
Author : Ashley Brow
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 281 pages
File Size : 21,26 MB
Release : 2009-04-24
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1440133581
Book Description
At Silver Leaf Academy, Christa Whitherstone isnt exactly like all the other students. Shes beautiful and rich, yes, but so are a lot of the girls in her group. So what does Christa have that they dont? Royal blood, for one. Christa is the daughter of King William of Les Cerpet, an ancient island nation. Christa knows that being a princess isnt easy, and its about to get a whole lot more complicated. Christa is in love with Daemen, a handsome, hard-working peasant who lives and works on the castle grounds. Unfortunately, her father, King William, will never approve of the match and it appears that he wants her to marry someone else. Despite the kings disapproval, Christa continues to see Daemen, and plots to escape from her fathers domineering clutches. The two star-crossed lovers have little idea of what awaits them, or of just how powerful her father, bent on marrying his daughter to another, can be. With a little manipulation, a bit of blackmail, and some help from a very special friend, Christa is about to make some waves in the royal castle. But those choices might force her down a path she doesnt want to take, and may very well threaten a future with Daemen
Encyclopedia of Recorded Sound
Author : Frank Hoffmann
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 2611 pages
File Size : 35,45 MB
Release : 2004-11-12
Category : Music
ISBN : 1135949492
Book Description
First Published in 2005. The Encyclopedia of Recorded Sound, 2nd edition, is an A to Z reference work covering the entire history of recorded sound from Edison discs to CDs and MP3. Entries range from technical terms (Acoustics; Back Tracking; Quadraphonic) to recording genres (blues, opera, spoken word) to histories of industry leaders and record labels to famed recording artists (focusing on their impact on recorded sound). Entries range in length from 25-word definitions of terms to 5000 word essays. Drawing on a panel of experts, the general editor has pulled together a wealth of information. The volume concludes with a complete reference bibliography and a deep index.
An Elegant Woman
Author : Martha McPhee
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 48,24 MB
Release : 2021-06-15
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1501179586
Book Description
"For fans of Mary Beth Keane and Jennifer Egan, this powerful, moving multigenerational saga from National Book Award finalist Martha McPhee-ten years in the making-explores one family's story against the sweep of 20th century American history"--
101 Songwriting Wrongs and How to Right Them
Author : Pat Luboff
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 382 pages
File Size : 49,28 MB
Release : 2007-10-30
Category : Music
ISBN : 1440349428
Book Description
Give Your Songwriting a Competitive Edge This book takes you on the songwriter's journey from the first inspiration for a song to the collection of worldwide royalties. Experienced songwriters Pat and Pete Luboff point out the stumbling blocks you'll encounter along the way, and how to turn them into stepping stones to songwriting success. In 101 fun and easy-to-read chapters, you'll find tips on: • building solid, marketable song structures • creating the perfect lyrics accompanied by moving melodies • forming productive and profitable collaboration ventures • producing effective demos that you can pitch • tracking your royalty collection You'll also discover how new technology is changing songwriting and how to use that to your advantage. Plus, you'll get insider tips on traveling to and living in the songwriting centers of the country–Los Angeles, New York City, and Nashville. Everything you need to live and succeed at the songwriter's life can be found in this great resource.
Drumset Independence & Syncopation
Author : Dave Black
Publisher : Alfred Music
Page : 86 pages
File Size : 36,57 MB
Release : 2005-05-03
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781457412264
Book Description
This method explores the most common syncopated rhythms found in jazz and improves coordinated independence and reading skills. Includes sections on snare drum and bass drum independence, drum fills in context, section and ensemble figures, 1-, 2- and 4-bar ensemble figures, and ensemble "shout chorus" solos.
America Again
Author : Stephen Colbert
Publisher : Grand Central Publishing
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 24,74 MB
Release : 2012-10-02
Category : Humor
ISBN : 0446583987
Book Description
Book store nation, in the history of mankind there has never been a greater country than America. You could say we're the #1 nation at being the best at greatness. But as perfect as America is in every single way, America is broken! And we can't exchange it because we're 236 years past the 30-day return window. Look around--we don't make anything anymore, we've mortgaged our future to China, and the Apologist-in-Chief goes on world tours just to bow before foreign leaders. Worse, the L.A. Four Seasons Hotel doesn't even have a dedicated phone button for the Spa. You have to dial an extension! Where did we lose our way?! It's high time we restored America to the greatness it never lost! Luckily, America Again will singlebookedly pull this country back from the brink. It features everything from chapters, to page numbers, to fonts. Covering subject's ranging from healthcare ("I shudder to think where we'd be without the wide variety of prescription drugs to treat our maladies, such as think-shuddering") to the economy ("Life is giving us lemons, and we're shipping them to the Chinese to make our lemon-flavored leadonade") to food ("Feel free to deep fry this book-it's a rich source of fiber"), Stephen gives America the dose of truth it needs to get back on track.
