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Explore the best music books, including captivating reads about music, piano books, and songbooks. Find bestsellers and top-recommended music books at our online bookstore.
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The History of Bones: A MemoirThe quintessential depiction of 1980s New York and the downtown scene from the artist, actor, musician, and composer John Lurie "A picaresque roller coaster of a story, with staggering amounts of sex and drugs and the perpetual quest to retain some kind of artistic...
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The Doors Unhinged: Jim Morrison's Legacy Goes on Trial"The Doors drummer Densmore rockets through his tumultuous six-year lawsuit against former bandmates Ray Manzarek and Robby Krieger in this no-holds-barred account . . . Throughout, the author's initial question--at what point does money cheapen art's original message?--remains salient, even if he hammers it...
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The Big Payback: The History of the Business of Hip-Hop"There has never been a better book about hip-hop...a record-biz portrait that jumps off the page."--A.V. Club The perfect read for music lovers and business aficionados alike, The Big Payback reveals the secret histories of the early long-shot successes of Sugar Hill Records and...
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The Band Photographs, 1968-1969: Two-Volume Set: With a Foreword by Eric Clapton and an Introduction by Bruce SpringsteenA captivating, 2-volume photography collection of nearly 400 photos reflecting the life and legacy of The Band from 1968 to 1969, as captured by friend and renowned photographer, Elliott Landy "I don't believe there will ever be anything that even vaguely resembles that kind...
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The ABCs of the Grateful DeadAn alphabetical history of rock 'n' roll's most iconic band...the Grateful Dead. Featuring playful rhymes and glorious illustrations, The ABCs of the Grateful Dead celebrates the band's rich and dynamic history. Each letter of the alphabet highlights a significant moment, cultural contribution, or innovation...
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Saxophone Colossus: The Life and Music of Sonny Rollins**Winner of the American Book Award (2023)** **Longlisted for the PEN/Jacqueline Bograd Weld Award (2023)** The long-awaited first full biography of legendary jazz saxophonist and composer Sonny Rollins Sonny Rollins has long been considered an enigma. Known as the "Saxophone Colossus," he is widely...
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Satchmo: My Life in New Orleans"In all my whole career the Brick House was one of the toughest joints I ever played in. It was the honky-tonk where levee workers would congregate every Saturday night and trade with the gals who'd stroll up and down the floor and the...
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Rush at 50A beautifully produced, photo-packed celebration of the beloved rock trio, Rush at 50 examines the history of the Canadian rockers through the lens of 50 milestone events and an illustrated gatefold timeline. Formed in Toronto in 1968, Rush became one of the most popular...
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Queen All the Songs: The Story Behind Every TrackFilled with fascinating photographs and juicy behind-the-scenes details, Queen All the Songs illuminates the unique recording history of a mega-bestselling and hugely influential rock band--album-by-album and track-by-track. A lovingly thorough dissection of every album and every song ever released by the beloved rock group,...
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Nsync 30th Anniversary Celebration: We Want You Back!Celebrate the history and memories of NSYNC with the ultimate tribute book--filled with amazing tour photography, band-member profiles, fan memories, and more. With over 70 million records sold, NSYNC is one of the best-selling boy bands of all time--and arguably the most famous. Following...
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Music Money and Success 8th Edition: The Insider's Guide to Making Money in the Music BusinessThe Insider's Guide to Making Money in the Music Busines is the industry bible and the ultimate guide to making money in the music business. Music is a business of money, contracts, decisions and making the most of every opportunity. To succeed - to...
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Music by the Numbers: From Pythagoras to SchoenbergHow music has influenced mathematics, physics, and astronomy from ancient Greece to the twentieth century Music is filled with mathematical elements. The works of Bach are often said to possess a math-like logic, and Arnold Schoenberg, Iannis Xenakis, and Karlheinz Stockhausen wrote music explicitly...
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Luck or Something Like It: A MemoirA living legend of Country Music and a worldwide music icon, superstar Kenny Rogers has enjoyed a fascinating five decades in show business, and he tells the full story of his remarkable life and career in Luck or Something Like It. From his days...
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Latitude Adjustments: Jimmy Buffett Quotes for Your Daily Dose of Tropical WisdomEmbark on a journey to paradise with Latitude Adjustments: Jimmy Buffett Quotes for Your Daily Dose of Tropical Wisdom. This delightful collection of inspirational and thought-provoking quotes from the legendary Jimmy Buffett is your perfect companion for finding peace, joy, and a touch of...
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Jason Molina: Riding with the GhostWith a new foreword by Will Johnson, this book presents a detailed account of the Rust Belt-born prolific and at times cantankerous singer-songwriter Jason Molina. As the first authorized account of this self-mythologizer, the book provides unparalleled insight into Molina's tormented life and the...
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Hymns Picture Book: Activities for Seniors with Dementia, Alzheimer Patients, and Parkinson's Disease.Are you looking for that can encourage meaningful communication and provide enjoyment for people with cognitive loss."Hymns Picture Book" is ideal for sharing relaxing pleasures with a loved one.The pictures used in these books were specifically chosen for people with Alzheimer's & dementia, there...
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High Bias: The Distorted History of the Cassette TapeThe cassette tape was revolutionary. Cheap, portable, and reusable, this small plastic rectangle changed music history. Make your own tapes! Trade them with friends! Tape over the ones you don't like! The cassette tape upended pop culture, creating movements and uniting communities.This entertaining book...
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Guitars and Heroes: Mythic Guitars and Legendary MusiciansAn encyclopedia of more than 100 guitars and the musicians who have mastered them. Guitars and Heroes is organized by era, from the rockabilly pioneers to the guitar heroes of the future. Each chapter contains portraits of guitarists (past and present) and their favorite...
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Guitar for Beginners - The 7-day Beginner's Masterclass: Teach yourself your favorite songs without learning boring music theory!Learn to rock the guitar like Clapton, the fast and easy way Do you fantasize about rocking out with your favorite band? Do you want to serenade that special someone? Have you always wanted to learn guitar, but have never gotten around to it?...
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Fryderyk Chopin: A Life and TimesA New York Times Book Review Editors' Choice. The Sunday Times (UK) Classical Music Book of 2018 and one of The Economist's Best Books of 2018."A magisterial portrait." --Corinna da Fonseca-Wollheim, The New York Times Book Review A landmark biography of the Polish composer...
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