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Hardback. Continuing the rich tradition, this latest Annual is particularly impressive. The articles in this volume present important technical analyses of four major figures: Booker Little, Charlie Christian, Herbie Hancock, and Miles Davis. Editor(s): Berger, Edward; Cayer, David; Martin, Henry; Morgenstern, Dan. Series: Annual Review of Jazz Studies. Num Pages: 312 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: AVGJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 224 x 146 x 23. Weight in Grams: 499.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 312
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810845350
- ISBN
- 9780810845350
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 141.97
€ 141.97
Hardback. Young Man in Movieland is the autobiography of Jan Read, a young man from a quiet Scottish town, who seemed destined to follow in his father's footsteps. Instead of pursuing a career in chemistry, however, Read's passion for the cinema and a bit of luck led him in a completely different direction. Series: The Scarecrow Filmmakers Series. Num Pages: 184 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: APF; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 224 x 146 x 17. Weight in Grams: 354.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 184
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810844490
- ISBN
- 9780810844490
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 126.38
€ 126.38
Paperback. A guide to films of Shakespeare's plays and to filmed stage performances and films based on or inspired by his works. Information on each film includes: titles; country; language; year of production; director; production company; lead players; awards; silent, stereo or wide-screen; and more. Num Pages: 296 pages, index. BIC Classification: APF; GBCR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 302 x 209 x 20. Weight in Grams: 876.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810844469
- ISBN
- 9780810844469
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 103.47
€ 103.47
Hardback. Theatre lovers know that Irving Berlin wrote the score for "Annie Get Your Gun", and that Frank Loesser penned the musical numbers for "Guys and Dolls". But who wrote the librettos for these Broadway classics? This text presents a different perspective for looking at the American musical theatre. Num Pages: 288 pages, bibliography, index, footnotes. BIC Classification: 1KBB; AVGM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 220 x 148 x 20. Weight in Grams: 458.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810844407
- ISBN
- 9780810844407
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 107.41
€ 107.41
Hardback. This text provides a commentary of Hollywood and the motion picture industry, with portraits of Darryl F. Zanuck, Mae West, Errol Flynn, John Barrymore, B.P. Schulberg, Walter Wanger, John Howard Lawson, and Elia Kazan. Series: The Scarecrow Filmmakers Series. Num Pages: 288 pages, 2 b&w photographs, index. BIC Classification: 2ABM; APF; BGB; DSBH; DSG; KNTC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 220 x 148 x 23. Weight in Grams: 485.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810844254
- ISBN
- 9780810844254
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 118.47
€ 118.47
Paperback. A view into the creative process of one of the most talented figures of American cinema. When production began in 1928, writer/director Erich von Stroheim predicted the silent epic "Queen Kelly" would be a great achievement. Yet, this work shows that it was a masterpiece that might have been. Num Pages: 424 pages, bibliography, photographs. BIC Classification: APFB; APFD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 214 x 141 x 23. Weight in Grams: 499.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 424
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810843929
- ISBN
- 9780810843929
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 113.02
€ 113.02
Hardback. An insight into the world of low-budget westerns and Hollywood's "poverty row". C. Jack Lewis recounts his impressions of the directors, screenwriters and stars of these films, showing the human side of the people with whom he came into contact as he made his break into the industry. Series: The Scarecrow Filmmakers Series. Num Pages: 294 pages, 40 b&w photographs, index. BIC Classification: APF; HBT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 226 x 144 x 25. Weight in Grams: 517.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 294
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810843585
- ISBN
- 9780810843585
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 118.67
€ 118.67
Hardback. This work not only discusses Blanchard's music and movies, but also provides an overview of the society in which Blanchard was raised, including the influence of slain civil rights leaders Malcolm X and Martin Luther King, Jr, and the prejudices he faced growing up with segregation. Series: Studies in Jazz. Num Pages: 256 pages, index. BIC Classification: AVGJ; AVH; BGF; JFSL3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 148 x 24. Weight in Grams: 499.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810843233
- ISBN
- 9780810843233
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 90.35
€ 90.35
Hardback. A vigorous non-technical discussion of basic acoustical, auditory, and communications processes that guide and connect musical behaviors of every age. Developed as a source book for students of art and design it offers illuminating commentaries on more than 100 cd recorded items from classical and world music traditions. Num Pages: 384 pages, index, footnotes, 49 line drawings, discography, bibliography, 9 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: AVA; JMR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 149 x 31. Weight in Grams: 653.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810842427
- ISBN
- 9780810842427
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 94.45
€ 94.45
Hardback. This text provides conductors with the information necessary to select choral-orchestral works suitable to their needs and the abilities of their ensembles. It also provides them with the history of each piece and a detailed evaluation of performance issues for the choir, orchestra, and soloists. Num Pages: 208 pages, bibliography. BIC Classification: AVA; AVGC4. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 142 x 17. Weight in Grams: 340.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810842069
- ISBN
- 9780810842069
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 124.70
€ 124.70
Hardback. This volume provides a collection of critical writings by professional film critics about Steven Spielberg and his films, bringing together many articles and reviews. The entries are both complimentary and critical and provide a comprehensive overview of the films and the director. Editor(s): Silet, Charles L. P. Series: The Scarecrow Filmmakers Series. Num Pages: 304 pages, bibliography, index, footnotes, filmography. BIC Classification: APFB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 222 x 148 x 23. Weight in Grams: 481.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810841826
- ISBN
- 9780810841826
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 133.72
€ 133.72
Hardback. The Supplement emphasizes music published since 1995, or titles that were overlooked in the previous editions. Entries are arranged from Genesis through Revelation. Num Pages: 112 pages, bibliography, indexes. BIC Classification: AVGC8; AVGD; GBCR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 293 x 224 x 15. Weight in Grams: 546.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Edition
- 2 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 112
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810841383
- ISBN
- 9780810841383
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 91.55
€ 91.55
Hardback. A practical and useful reference book for students and teachers. Unique in concept, it shows in musical notation the key and range of over 1,700 songs in 60 of the most popular and available song collections. Each entry also lists composer and a pronunciation key. Also included is an anthology of Grieg songs. Num Pages: 208 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: AVG; GBCR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 290 x 220 x 17. Weight in Grams: 862.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810841345
- ISBN
- 9780810841345
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 112.18
€ 112.18
Hardback. Demonstrates presentation styles for developing aural, keyboard and writing skills, and examines the theoretical and pedagogical conventions of musical education. This revised edition responds to the new trends in pedagogical study. Num Pages: 224 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; AVA; JNU. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 145 x 21. Weight in Grams: 440.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Edition
- 2 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810841291
- ISBN
- 9780810841291
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 98.30
€ 98.30
Hardback. The dramatic tale of the life of Thelma White, who is remembered today mostly for her role in the cult classic Reefer Madness, and for her five marriages, only three of which were to men. Her autobiography provides an invaluable record of the life of a performer in the entertainment industry in the 20th century, especially in the 30s and 40s. Series: Studies & Documentation in the History of Popular Entertainment. Num Pages: 376 pages, 2 b&w photographs, index. BIC Classification: 3JJ; APB; APF; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 146 x 24. Weight in Grams: 540.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 376
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810841260
- ISBN
- 9780810841260
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 107.37
€ 107.37
hardcover. A theory is outlined which distinguishes between the meanings of a music and some culture-insensitive element that interacts with context to produce the effect cultural relativists and postmodern ethnomusicologist cannot adequately explicate through their notion of an insider-outsider dichotomy. Num Pages: 160 pages, bibliography, index, chronology, footnotes. BIC Classification: AVA; JFC; JFSL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 144 x 15. Weight in Grams: 295.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810841222
- ISBN
- 9780810841222
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 73.40
€ 73.40
Hardback. The two-volume Duke's Diary provides a fascinating insight into the life and times of one of the greatest figures in American music, the incomparable Edward Kennedy "Duke" Ellington. Using contemporary photographs, newspaper reports, advertisements, reviews, and narrative, both volumes chronicle Duke's life, performances, and recording sessions. Num Pages: 456 pages, b&w photographs, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJPG; 3JJPK; 3JJPL; AVGJ; AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 281 x 226 x 35. Weight in Grams: 1678.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 456
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810841192
- ISBN
- 9780810841192
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 157.51
€ 157.51
Hardback. While John Woo is regarded as a master action director, little attention has been paid to the manner in which Woo's films reflect the director's religious and ethical concerns. This work shows that Woo should be regarded as a predominantly religious director. Series: The Scarecrow Filmmakers Series. Num Pages: 144 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: APFB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 220 x 140 x 15. Weight in Grams: 299.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 144
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810841109
- ISBN
- 9780810841109
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 91.15
€ 91.15
Hardback. Investigates how postmodern techniques are used to create works that embody contemporary contradictions. The author proposes a poststructuralist/postmodern film theory which enhances the analysis of this type of film. Num Pages: 240 pages, illustrations, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1KBC; 3JJ; APF; HBT; JFC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 225 x 145 x 24. Weight in Grams: 499.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810840980
- ISBN
- 9780810840980
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 133.82
€ 133.82
Hardback. This book is the first comprehensive biographical study of Bartok as man, composer, and folklorist, including the background and development of his unique musical language and the impact of his pioneering investigations of multinational musical folklore on his composed works. Num Pages: 344 pages, bibliography, index, footnotes, tables. BIC Classification: AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 224 x 144 x 23. Weight in Grams: 503.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 344
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810840768
- ISBN
- 9780810840768
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 101.15
€ 101.15