The Billboard Illustrated Encyclopedia of Jazz & Blues

The Billboard Illustrated Encyclopedia of Jazz & Blues

Author: Ted Drozdowski

Publisher:

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 360

ISBN-13:

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The Billboard illustrated encyclopedia of jazz & blues is organized chronologically by decade. Each section gives a historical overview plus an A to Z of influential artists and their key recordings.


The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Music

The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Music

Author: George Martin

Publisher:

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 448

ISBN-13: 9781904041702

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This title is written by a distinguished team of music journalists, musicologists, and musicians. Because it covers so much ground, with great accessibility, while conveying the spirit and the passion of almost every type of music, the book will appeal to every family, every library, and every school.


The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Black Music

The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Black Music

Author: Mike Clifford

Publisher: Harmony

Published: 1982

Total Pages: 226

ISBN-13:

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Black music is the beat the world dances to - the sound of soul, funk, reggae, rhythm and blues, disco, and jazz-funk. This book is the first comprehensive encyclopedia ever published on black music. It includes extensive biographies on hundreds of black music personalities - from superstars to one-hit wonders. Here are all the singers, songwriters, bands, producers, and record companies that have made black music a worldwide success. This book includes more 650 alphabetically listed entries, arranged by decade. Each entry presents a career history and discography of the star. This is the definitive source book on black music.


The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Musical Instruments

The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Musical Instruments

Author: Bozhidar Abrashev

Publisher: Konemann

Published: 2008-02

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780841602687

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This book is directed towards a wide audience including not only the relative newcomer to the wonders of music but also those presently engaged in the study of an instrument or pursuing music as a profession, musical instrument dealers and collectors.


The Billboard Illustrated Encyclopedia of Music

The Billboard Illustrated Encyclopedia of Music

Author: Paul Du Noyer

Publisher:

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 448

ISBN-13: 0823078698

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Containing more than twelve thousand artists from every genre, this comprehensive musical reference furnishes valuable information on each musical form, as well as profiles of musicians, an instrument glossary, a detailed bibliography, and a tutorial on the fundamentals of reading music.


Jazzology

Jazzology

Author: Robert Rawlins

Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation

Published: 2005-07-01

Total Pages: 275

ISBN-13: 1476840873

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(Jazz Instruction). A one-of-a-kind book encompassing a wide scope of jazz topics, for beginners and pros of any instrument. A three-pronged approach was envisioned with the creation of this comprehensive resource: as an encyclopedia for ready reference, as a thorough methodology for the student, and as a workbook for the classroom, complete with ample exercises and conceptual discussion. Includes the basics of intervals, jazz harmony, scales and modes, ii-V-I cadences. For harmony, it covers: harmonic analysis, piano voicings and voice leading; modulations and modal interchange, and reharmonization. For performance, it takes players through: jazz piano comping, jazz tune forms, arranging techniques, improvisation, traditional jazz fundamentals, practice techniques, and much more!


Encyclopedia of Music in the 20th Century

Encyclopedia of Music in the 20th Century

Author: Lol Henderson

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2014-01-27

Total Pages: 801

ISBN-13: 1135929467

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The Encyclopedia of Music in the 20th Century is an alphabetically arranged encyclopedia of all aspects of music in various parts of the world during the 20th century. It covers the major musical styles--concert music, jazz, pop, rock, etc., and such key genres as opera, orchestral music, be-bop, blues, country, etc. Articles on individuals provide biographical information on their life and works, and explore the contribution each has made in the field. Illustrated and fully cross-referenced, the Encyclopedia of Music in the 20th Century also provides Suggested Listening and Further Reading information. A good first point of reference for students, librarians, and music scholars--as well as for the general reader.


The Encyclopedia of Jazz Chords

The Encyclopedia of Jazz Chords

Author: Jack Long

Publisher: Music Sales Limited

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 101

ISBN-13: 9780711946682

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Over 480 chords illustrated in standard notation, plus keyboard diagrams for instant note recognition. All the chords you need to play today's jazz music. You don't need to read music to use this chord finder!


Future Jazz

Future Jazz

Author: Howard Mandel

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 264

ISBN-13:

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In a series of vividly drawn portraits and in-depth interviews with musicians, composers, and others in the genre, this book takes an exciting look at the contemporary jazz scene and provides an invaluable road map to the music of tomorrow.