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Music: styles & genres
Paperback. What was it like at the opening night of Mozart's "Don Giovanni" or Wagner's "Das Rheingold"? This introduction to the world of opera takes us behind the scenes, during premiere performances of five operas. Num Pages: 464 pages, 88 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: AVGC9. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 253 x 179 x 27. Weight in Grams: 822.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Yale University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780300115260
- ISBN
- 9780300115260
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 36.99€ 27.12
€ 36.99
€ 27.12
Paperback. A collection of ten essays that constitutes the proceedings of a two-day conference which focused on three medieval manuscripts of Ambrosian chant owned by Houghton Library. It explores the manuscripts as physical objects and places them in their urban and historical contexts. Editor(s): Kelly, Professor Thomas Forrest; Mugmon, Matthew. Series: Houghton Library Studies. Num Pages: 400 pages, 120 color illustrations, 100 halftones. BIC Classification: AVGD; HRCL. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 253 x 179 x 13. Weight in Grams: 448.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Houghton Library of the Harvard College Library United States
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780981885803
- ISBN
- 9780981885803
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 34.07
€ 40.99
€ 34.07
Paperback. For many today Johann Sebastian Bach and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart stand as towering representatives of European music of the eighteenth century, composers whose works reflect intellectual, religious, and aesthetic trends of the period. This collection of essays offers a variety of perspectives on the two composers. Editor(s): Kelly, Professor Thomas Forrest; Gallagher, Sean R. Series: Isham Library Papers. Num Pages: 428 pages, 56 music examples, 14 tables, 24 black and white line drawings. BIC Classification: AVGC4; AVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 226 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 704.
- Publisher
- Harvard University Department of Music
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780964031753
- ISBN
- 9780964031753
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 45.99€ 38.20
€ 45.99
€ 38.20
Hardcover. The definitive account of Louis Armstrong-his life and legacy-during the most creative period of his career. Num Pages: 608 pages, 65 illustrations. BIC Classification: AVGJ; AVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 161 x 45. Weight in Grams: 1006.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- WW Norton & Co United States
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 720
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780393065824
- ISBN
- 9780393065824
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 42.99€ 36.06
€ 42.99
€ 36.06
Paperback. "Profoundly evocative and altogether admirable.. The writing and detail are so brilliant that I found the volume revelatory."-Tim Page, Washington Post Num Pages: 608 pages, 65 illustrations. BIC Classification: AVGJ; AVH; BGF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 212 x 139 x 38. Weight in Grams: 482.
- Publisher
- WW Norton & Co
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780393350807
- ISBN
- 9780393350807
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 41.99€ 34.91
€ 41.99
€ 34.91
paperback. A long look back at the home of legendary bluegrass festivals and jamborees Series: Music in American Life. Num Pages: 288 pages, 29 black and white photographs, 5 line drawings, 6 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBBND; AVGL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 159 x 19. Weight in Grams: 486.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- University of Illinois Press United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- First Edition
- SKU
- V9780252078101
- ISBN
- 9780252078101
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 25.29
€ 26.99
€ 25.29
Hardcover. This book is about the history and practice of recording Irish traditional music and dance, and the variety of documents that exist as a result of the activities of collectors both in Ireland and in North America. Editor(s): Smith, Therese. Num Pages: 262 pages, Illustrations, music. BIC Classification: 1DBR; AVGH. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 232 x 163 x 26. Weight in Grams: 574. 8vo. Good copy
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Cork University Press
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KEX0308781
- ISBN
- 9781859184929
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 39.99€ 35.00
€ 39.99
€ 35.00
Hardcover. Illuminates unexplored dimensions of the music-literature relationship and the sometimes unrecognized talents of certain famous writers and composers. Series: Studies in German Literature, Linguistics, and Culture. Num Pages: 260 pages, 1 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: AVGC; DSB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 167 x 307 x 2. Weight in Grams: 570.
- Publisher
- Camden House
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781571139733
- ISBN
- 9781571139733
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 76.98
€ 76.98
Paperback. Beethoven is a classic study of the composer's music, written by one of the most important thinkers of our time. Throughout his life, Adorno wrote extensive notes, essay fragments and aides-memoires on the subject of Beethoven's music. This book brings together all of Beethoven's music in relation to the society in which he lived. Num Pages: 284 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: AVGC4; AVH; BGF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 19. Weight in Grams: 406.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- New Ed
- Number of pages
- 284
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745630458
- ISBN
- 9780745630458
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 27.15
€ 27.15
Paperback. This text analyzes Mahler's music through his character, his social and philosophical background, and his moment in musical history. It examines the composer's works as a continuous and unified development that began with his childhood response to the marches and folk tunes of his native Bohemia. Translator(s): Jephcott, Edmund. Num Pages: 188 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DFA; 1DVK; AVGC5; AVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 137 x 11. Weight in Grams: 234.
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226007694
- ISBN
- 9780226007694
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 25.85
€ 32.99
€ 25.85
Hardback. This work focuses on the work of the romantic composer Robert Schumann. Num Pages: 624 pages, frontispiece, halftones, music examples. BIC Classification: AVGC5; AVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 243 x 160 x 42. Weight in Grams: 1052.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 618
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780195091809
- ISBN
- 9780195091809
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 77.19
€ 77.19
Paperback.
- Publisher
- Music Sales Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780711984516
- ISBN
- 9780711984516
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.50
€ 19.99
€ 18.50
Paperback. BIC Classification: AVGP; AVQS; AVS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 249 x 170 x 5. Weight in Grams: 114.
- Publisher
- Music Sales Ltd United Kingdom
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Edition
- 1st
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780711981751
- ISBN
- 9780711981751
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.46
€ 17.99
€ 16.46
Paperback. The Clash: trendsetters, icons, revolutionaries. They were the pioneers of British punk rock and their story is steeped in mythology. Many people have an opinion about what made them who they were. This book gives the chance to read the full story, from the band themselves. Num Pages: Illustrations (some col.), ports. (some col.). BIC Classification: AVGU; AVH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 133 x 27. Weight in Grams: 342. Illustrations (some col.), ports. (some col.). The Clash: trendsetters, icons, revolutionaries. They were the pioneers of British punk rock and their story is steeped in mythology. Many people have an opinion about what made them who they were. This book gives the chance to read the full story, from the band themselves. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: AVGU; AVH. Dimension: 198 x 133 x 27. Weight: 340.
- Edition
- Main
- Publisher
- Atlantic Books
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781848871977
- ISBN
- 9781848871977
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.59
€ 19.99
€ 14.59
Paperback. Mod defined an era and created a lasting impression on the world of fashion. This book presents a richly illustrated celebration of all things Mod; from the suits and the scooters, to the music, movies, riots and revivals. Num Pages: 360 pages, colour and b&w photographs. BIC Classification: 1DB; 3JJPK; AVGP; JFCA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 309 x 246 x 18. Weight in Grams: 1072.
- Publisher
- Omnibus Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 360
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780711968134
- ISBN
- 9780711968134
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 20.19
€ 26.99
€ 20.19
Hardcover. An in-depth look at the Rolling Stones in their early days, published to coincide with the first major exhibition dedicated to the band. Editor(s): Morgan, Robin. Num Pages: 252 pages, 100 colour, 100 b&w. BIC Classification: AJC; AVGP; AVH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 300 x 237. .
- Publisher
- Antique Collectors Club Dist
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781851498161
- ISBN
- 9781851498161
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 28.68
€ 40.99
€ 28.68
Paperback. Madness came to prominence in the UK in the wake of the Punk/New Wave explosion and must be seen in the context of Britain in the late 70s, musically, socially and politically. Through interviews with the band, this title tells the inside story of how Madness rose to be the most successful singles band of the 1980s in the UK charts. Series: 33 1/3. Num Pages: 144 pages. BIC Classification: AVA; AVGP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 167 x 123 x 10. Weight in Grams: 180.
- Publisher
- Continuum
- Number of pages
- 144
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Edition
- 0th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780826429063
- ISBN
- 9780826429063
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 11.69
€ 13.99
€ 11.69
Paperback. Series: Plays. Num Pages: 78 pages, b/w photos. BIC Classification: AVGM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 210 x 139 x 6. Weight in Grams: 130.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Currency Press Pty Ltd Australia
- Number of pages
- 78
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780868195636
- ISBN
- 9780868195636
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.99
€ 19.99
€ 14.99
Paperback. "The essential history of this distinctly American genre."-Atlanta Journal-Constitution Num Pages: 464 pages, 38 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBSM; AVGK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 208 x 142 x 22. Weight in Grams: 416.
- Publisher
- WW Norton & Co United States
- Number of pages
- 482
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Edition
- 10.3.2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780393337501
- ISBN
- 9780393337501
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 19.60
€ 20.99
€ 19.60
Paperback. This text examines jazz icons such as Gerry Mulligan and Chet Baker whilst also incorporating the careers of other West Coast jazz men, both well-known and obscure, in a basic history of the California scene. Num Pages: 428 pages, 12 b&w photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJPG; AVGJ; AVGK; AVH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 208 x 140 x 28. Weight in Grams: 536. Modern Jazz in California, 1945-1960. 428 pages, 12 b&w photographs. This text examines jazz icons such as Gerry Mulligan and Chet Baker whilst also incorporating the careers of other West Coast jazz men, both well-known and obscure, in a basic history of the California scene. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJPG; AVGJ; AVGK; AVH. Dimension: 208 x 140 x 28. Weight: 514.
- Publisher
- University of California Press
- Number of pages
- 428
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Edition
- Revised ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520217294
- ISBN
- 9780520217294
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 35.99€ 32.26
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€ 32.26
Paperback. A collection of twenty-four interviews with women in electronic music and sound cultures, including club and radio DJs, remixers, composers, improvisers, instrument builders, and performance artists. Num Pages: 336 pages, 38 illustrations. BIC Classification: AVGV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 148 x 21. Weight in Grams: 464.
- Publisher
- Duke University Press
- Number of pages
- 336
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780822346739
- ISBN
- 9780822346739
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 28.62
€ 31.99
€ 28.62
Paperback. Series: 33 1/3. Num Pages: 160 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: AVGL; AVGP; AVH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 122 x 165 x 7. Weight in Grams: 156.
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781623569648
- ISBN
- 9781623569648
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 11.72
€ 13.99
€ 11.72
Paperback. The inter tribal pow-wow is the most widespread venue for traditional Indian music and dance in North America. Now in paperback, this book is a journey into the dances and music, the traditions and regalia, and the functions and significance of the Pow-wow. Series: Music in American Life. Num Pages: 200 pages, 25 photographs, 7 line drawings. BIC Classification: 1KB; ASD; AVGH; JFSL9. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 13. Weight in Grams: 327.
- Publisher
- University of Illinois Press United States
- Number of pages
- 200
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780252071867
- ISBN
- 9780252071867
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 22.99
€ 26.99
€ 22.99
Paperback. "This book is a part of the Latin American and Caribbean Arts and Culture publication initiative, funded by a grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation." Series: Latin American and Caribbean Arts and Culture Publication Initiative, Mellon Foundation. Num Pages: 368 pages, 43 b&w photos. BIC Classification: 1KJC; AVGR; JFSL3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 155 x 235 x 23. Weight in Grams: 504.
- Publisher
- University of Texas Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781477307700
- ISBN
- 9781477307700
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 29.73
€ 32.99
€ 29.73