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Paperback. Explores how musicians, both individually and collectively, learn to improvise. Chronicling musicians from their first encounters with jazz to the development of a unique improvisatory voice, Berliner demonstrates that a lifetime of preparation lies behind the skilled improviser's every note. Series: Chicago Studies in Ethnomusicology. Num Pages: 904 pages, 2 halftones, 250 music examples. BIC Classification: AVGJ; AVGK; AVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 157 x 228 x 48. Weight in Grams: 1220. The Infinite Art of Improvisation. Series: Chicago Studies in Ethnomusicology. 904 pages, 2 halftones, 250 music examples. Explores how musicians, both individually and collectively, learn to improvise. Chronicling musicians from their first encounters with jazz to the development of a unique improvisatory voice, Berliner demonstrates that a lifetime of preparation lies behind the skilled improviser's every note. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: AVGJ; AVGK; AVH. Dimension: 157 x 228 x 48. Weight: 1220.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Edition
- 2nd ed.
- Number of pages
- 904
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226043814
- ISBN
- 9780226043814
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 44.99€ 34.48
€ 44.99
€ 34.48
Paperback. Num Pages: 145 pages. BIC Classification: AVGP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 165 x 123 x 9. Weight in Grams: 150.
- Publisher
- Continuum Publishing Corporation United States
- Number of pages
- 152
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- 0th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781623569150
- ISBN
- 9781623569150
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 11.65
€ 13.99
€ 11.65
Hardback. Editor(s): Harris, Rachel; Stokes, Martin. Series: SOAS Musicology Series. Num Pages: 386 pages, 63 black & white illustrations, 24 black & white tables, 16 black & white halftones, 23 b. BIC Classification: 1FB; AVA; AVG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156. .
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781138218314
- ISBN
- 9781138218314
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 174.04
€ 174.04
Paperback. With sales of over 200 million albums, AC/DC is not just the biggest rock band in the world, it's a family business built by three brothers: George, Malcolm and Angus Young. This book tells the story of the trio through 11 classic songs and reveals some of the personal and creative secrets that went into their making. Num Pages: 320 pages, 16pp. colour plate section. BIC Classification: AVGT; AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 225 x 163 x 32. Weight in Grams: 652.
- Publisher
- Black and White Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845029388
- ISBN
- 9781845029388
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.47
€ 19.99
€ 14.47
Paperback. A window on to the extraordinary world of Noddy Holder, the much-loved Slade frontman, in his own words. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: AVGP; AVH; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 128 x 200 x 18. Weight in Grams: 200.
- Publisher
- Little, Brown Book Group
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781472119674
- ISBN
- 9781472119674
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.00€ 11.85
€ 13.00
€ 11.85
Paperback. Num Pages: 68 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBR; AVGH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UF) Further/Higher Education. Dimension: 301 x 108 x 8. Weight in Grams: 110.
- Publisher
- Ossian
- Number of pages
- 68
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780946005598
- ISBN
- 9780946005598
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 10.34
€ 10.34
Paperback. Offers a focused treatment of the rock and pop songs of Frank Zappa (1940-93), the great American composer. This book examines various aspects of his work, from his role as a satirist of the highest order to his place in the genre of "progressive rock" and his importance as an influential critic of American culture and society. Num Pages: 280 pages, Discography, critical bibliographic essay. BIC Classification: AVGP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 153 x 17. Weight in Grams: 368.
- Publisher
- University of Nebraska Press United States
- Number of pages
- 280
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780803260054
- ISBN
- 9780803260054
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 19.81
€ 19.99
€ 19.81
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781442273276
- ISBN
- 9781442273276
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 60.01
€ 60.01
Paperback. Since its release, "Sell Out", though still not the best selling release in "The Who's" catalog, has been embraced by a growing number of fans. As much as it is an expression of the band's expanding sonic palette, this work also functions as a critique of the rock and roll lifestyle. Series: 33 1/3. Num Pages: 144 pages. BIC Classification: AVGP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 171 x 123 x 9. Weight in Grams: 144. Series: 33 1/3. 144 pages. Since its release, "Sell Out", though still not the best selling release in "The Who's" catalog, has been embraced by a growing number of fans. As much as it is an expression of the band's expanding sonic palette, this work also functions as a critique of the rock and roll lifestyle. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: AVGP. Dimension: 171 x 123 x 9. Weight: 140.
- Publisher
- Continuum
- Number of pages
- 144
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780826417435
- ISBN
- 9780826417435
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 11.68
€ 13.99
€ 11.68
Hardback. Bono (U2) once said, "More than any other band, The Who are our role models." Starting as a simple four-piece 'mod' band in the early 1960s, The Who went on to conquer the world with their unique and supremely powerful music that transcended any genre and appealed to fans across the world. Num Pages: 96 pages. BIC Classification: AVGP; AVH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 293 x 13. Weight in Grams: 894.
- Publisher
- Welbeck Publishing Group
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780976198
- ISBN
- 9781780976198
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 15.06
€ 19.99
€ 15.06
Hardcover. Tracing their progress from sharp-suited mods to psychedelic stars and pioneers of the rock opera through images of the band on the road, recording TV shows, performing at Monterey and the Isle of Wight, and in venues including Wembley Stadium, this title contains over 160 images of The Who. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: AJCP; AVGP; AVH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 250 x 297 x 17. Weight in Grams: 1100.
- Publisher
- Titan Books
- Number of pages
- 160
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780857686633
- ISBN
- 9780857686633
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.43
€ 19.99
€ 14.43
Hardcover.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Boydell & Brewer Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 442
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781580463492
- ISBN
- 9781580463492
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 133.69
€ 133.69
Paperback. Num Pages: 624 pages, 16pp photo insert and transcriptions of 25 piping tunes. BIC Classification: 1DBR; AVGH; AVRN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 153 x 216 x 40. Weight in Grams: 1176.
- Publisher
- Jawbone
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781908279934
- ISBN
- 9781908279934
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 16.34
€ 23.99
€ 16.34
Paperback.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Luath Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 142
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781905222292
- ISBN
- 9781905222292
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 10.99€ 9.49
€ 10.99
€ 9.49
Paperback. Discusses ten of Wagner's most beloved operas, illuminates their key themes and the myths and literary sources behind the librettos, and demonstrates how the composer's style changed from work to work. Num Pages: 744 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: AVGC9. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 232 x 155 x 40. Weight in Grams: 1130.
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 744
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691027166
- ISBN
- 9780691027166
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 42.99€ 37.58
€ 42.99
€ 37.58
Hardcover. Num Pages: Illustrations. BIC Classification: AVGC5; AVH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 169 x 81. Weight in Grams: 1832.
- Publisher
- Old Street Publishing United Kingdom
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781908699435
- ISBN
- 9781908699435
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 46.99€ 37.05
€ 46.99
€ 37.05
hardcover. This study of European anthems analyzes their evolution as indicative of their culture, characteristics and histories of 15 different nations. It explores common themes such as the quest for liberty, independence, patriotism, national insurrection and self-determination. Series: Contributions to the Study of Music & Dance. Num Pages: 264 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: AVGG; WTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 160 x 28. Weight in Grams: 546.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Praeger United States
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780313293207
- ISBN
- 9780313293207
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 108.31
€ 108.31
Paperback. Umm Kulthum was a celebrated musical performer in the Arab world, and her songs still permeate the international airwaves. This, the first English-language biography, chronicles her life and career. In particular, it examines her success in a society which discouraged women from public performance. Series: Chicago Studies in Ethnomusicology. Num Pages: 240 pages, 21 halftones, 3 maps, 16 musical examples. BIC Classification: 1HBE; AVGH; BGF; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 21. Weight in Grams: 498.
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 240
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226136127
- ISBN
- 9780226136127
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 26.02
€ 32.99
€ 26.02
Paperback. The Vivaldi Compendium represents the latest in Vivaldi research, drawing on the author's close involvement with Vivaldi and Venetian music over four decades. Num Pages: 270 pages, 34, 16 black & white illustrations, 18 black & white line drawings, 16 black and white, 1. BIC Classification: AVGC3. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 184 x 16. Weight in Grams: 470.
- Publisher
- Boydell & Brewer Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 270
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843838197
- ISBN
- 9781843838197
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 28.75
€ 33.99
€ 28.75
Hardcover. Haydn's music has been performed continuously for more than two hundred years. But what do we play, and what do we listen to, when it comes to Haydn? This book delves deeply into eighteenth-century history and musicology to help us hear a properly complex Haydn. Num Pages: 368 pages, 17 colour plates, 23 halftones, 69 line drawings, 8 tables. BIC Classification: 3JF; AVA; AVGC3; AVGC4. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 21. Weight in Grams: 721.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226156774
- ISBN
- 9780226156774
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 56.78€ 48.62
€ 56.78
€ 48.62
Paperback. The charts are the evening news of the music industry. This title collects the charts that show the rise or demise of each single as it enters the charts, either winning over a large audience or just making music for its own smaller group of fans. It includes the song title, act, record label and total number of weeks on chart for each single. Num Pages: 1056 pages. BIC Classification: AVGP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 155 x 58. Weight in Grams: 1232.
- Publisher
- Virgin Books
- Number of pages
- 1056
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780753522004
- ISBN
- 9780753522004
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 42.99€ 28.44
€ 42.99
€ 28.44
Paperback. Drawn from the Official Charts Company Data since 1952, this title features accessible music chart data and information. It includes artist biographies, side notes of interest, label and catalogue numbers, peak positions, number of weeks on chart and weeks at number one. Num Pages: 720 pages. BIC Classification: 1DB; AVD; AVGP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 258 x 196 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1306.
- Publisher
- Virgin Books
- Number of pages
- 720
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Edition
- 0th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780753522455
- ISBN
- 9780753522455
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 46.99€ 33.16
€ 46.99
€ 33.16
Paperback. This indispensable, innovatively designed book celebrates 50 years of British album charts, telling you everything you could possibly want to know about every album to reach the Top 100. Num Pages: 496 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; AVD; AVGP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 259 x 196 x 31. Weight in Grams: 1026.
- Publisher
- Virgin Books
- Number of pages
- 496
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780753517000
- ISBN
- 9780753517000
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 52.99€ 34.63
€ 52.99
€ 34.63
Paperback. Explores the impact of hip hop on culture worldwide. Editor(s): Basu, Dipannita; Lemelle, Sidney. Num Pages: 288 pages, 3 photos. BIC Classification: AVGR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 150 x 18. Weight in Grams: 390.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Pluto Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745319407
- ISBN
- 9780745319407
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 29.82
€ 37.99
€ 29.82