When you play a recording, have you ever paused to think about what went into making of it? Rest assured: there is more here than meets the eye and ear. This book takes an irreverent behind-the-scenes look at the classical record business. The author draws on three decades in recording and broadcasting to tell the story of his own and other classical record labels. This amusing and informative memoir covers recording and editing techniques, and how albums are planned, made and marketed. So are broadcast programming, press reviews and awards in short, every facet of this fascinating industry. The pages of Note-Perfect are populated by musical legends like Yehudi Menuhin, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Nicolas Slonimsky, Ernst Krenek and hundreds of other artists and composers. You will even meet unlikely personalities such as David Ben-Gurion and Arnold Toynbee, captured in sound for posterity.
(Amadeus). In this groundbreaking book, prize-winning pianist and noted educator William Westney helps readers discover their own path to the natural, transcendent fulfillment of making music. Drawing on experience, psychological insight, and wisdom ancient and modern, Westney shows how to trust yourself and set your own musicality free. He offers healthy alternatives for lifelong learning and suggests significant change in the way music is taught. For example, playing a wrong note can be constructive, useful, even enlightening. The creator of the acclaimed Un-Master Class workshop also explores the special potential of group work, outlining the basics of his revelatory workshop that has transformed the music experience for participants the world over. Practicing, in Westney's view, is a lively, honest, adventurous, and spiritually rewarding enterprise, and it can (and should) meet with daily success, which empowers us to grow even more. Teachers, professionals, and students of any instrument will benefit from this unique guide, which brings artistic vitality, freedom, and confidence within everyone's reach.
An emotionally charged story about the power of dreams, and how passion can turn to obsession. Beck hates his life. He hates his violent mother. He hates his home. Most of all, he hates the piano that his mother forces him to play hour after hour, day after day. He will never play as she did before illness ended her career and left her bitter and broken. But Beck is too scared to stand up to his mother, and tell her his true passion, which is composing his own music - because the least suggestion of rebellion on his part ends in violence. When Beck meets August, a girl full of life, energy and laughter, love begins to awaken within him and he glimpses a way to escape his painful existence. But dare he reach for it? Thrilling and powerfully written, this is an explosive debut for YA readers which tackles the dark topic of domestic abuse in an ultimately hopeful tale.
Includes all notes, symbols, and terms needed for the first two years of study on any musical instrument. Cards are color-coded by category and are numbered on the back.
Writing a thoughtful, sincere, and appropriate note can be difficult. This guide helps readers find the right words to mark any milestone or occasion. Regardless of the situation or the relationship, easy-to-follow guidelines lead you to words that matter.
Get more out of music with this essential guide Music Theory For Dummies makes music theory easy to understand, with a friendly, unintimidating overview of everything you need to know to become fluent at knocking out beats, reading musical scores, and learning to anticipate where a song should go—whether you're reading someone else's music or writing your own. Whether you're a music student or a music lover, you'll learn to read, write, and understand music with this informative guide. With expert instruction, you'll put it all together as you compose, arrange, and create original melodies, harmonies, and chords of your own, with helpful tips for performing your pieces in front of an audience. This new third edition presents the most current teaching techniques, the newest music genres and examples, and updated information on all aspects of understanding, creating, and performing music. Studies have shown that music training improves children's' verbal and spatial abilities, and it's been associated with cognitive and mathematical benefits in adults. The music job market is expected to increase over the coming years, and music theory is becoming an increasingly common part of education at all levels. Music Theory For Dummies provides the instruction you need to get more out of music than you ever thought possible. Master major and minor scales, intervals, pitches, and clefs Understand basic notation, time signals, tempo, dynamics, and navigation Employ melodies, chords, progressions, and phrases to form music Compose harmonies and accompanying melodies for voice and instruments Whether you intend to pursue a degree or career in music, or just enjoy listening to it, understanding the theory behind it gives you a whole new appreciation for the artistry and craftsmanship behind the pieces that give you goose bumps. It's a mix of technical skill, inborn talent, and plenty of practice – and now you can try your hand at it, with Music Theory For Dummies.
If I could afford it, I would put a copy of the Book of Hebrews in the hand of every unbelieving Jew. The entire Book of Hebrews is a wonderful gospel tract to the unbelieving Jew. It answers every question that the Jew might have and reveals the true history of the Jew in the process. This is why there should be no surprise to the fact that the author to the Book of Hebrews is not revealed in the book itself. This author believes that the human author to the Book of Hebrews is Paul, the Apostle.
THIS BOOK HELPS YOU TO HARNESS YOUR FULL POTENTIAL TO OPTIMIZE YOUR BRAINPOWER Dr. Amar Kapoor presents a comprehensive approach to transforming your fixed mindset into a ProBrain Mindset. This can help you lead a healthy life and prevent Alzheimer's disease. This is the first book that addresses evidence-based studies on the civilization's curse of sugar and the endless epidemics of degenerative diseases, dietary indiscretions, the epidemic of diabetes, heart disease, obesity, metabolic syndrome, and the dreaded Alzheimer's disease, along with all cancers of all sorts. The central focus of this literature is not centered on weight loss but rather on identifying and comprehending the sole underlying cause of the various degenerative ailments affecting the modern age. It provides exceptional insights into inner cellular intelligence by assimilating information and knowledge gained from extensive medical and research studies. This publication is a valuable resource for individuals seeking to enhance their cognitive capacities and achieve higher levels of personal and professional success. It also offers current research on anti-aging and longevity therapies, which can aid in mitigating the prevalence. Of degenerative diseases and increasing one's life health span. The information provided in this publication is essential for those in the business in an academic setting seeking to improve their cognitive abilities and optimize their Health Span.
She said she loves him, He said he loves her, They said they would last forever But they were too young to know. Welcome to The Perfect Couple, a story about Raman, a growing man in pursuit of his dreams, and Ananya, the love of his life, who dreams only of being locked in his arms. Ananya and Raman started dating when they were thirteen. They are the perfect couple—a couple we all look up to, as everyone says. But it has been two years since, and things have changed for them. Will they do justice to everyone’s words? Are they truly the perfect couple? Or are they just too young to know?
