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Margaret Bonds: The Montgomery Variations and Du Bois CredoIn her lifetime, African American composer Margaret Bonds was classical music's most intrepid social-justice activist. Furthermore, her Montgomery Variations (1964) and setting of W.E.B. Du Bois's iconic Civil Rights Credo (1965-67) were the musical summits of her activism. These works fell into obscurity after...
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Magic City: How the Birmingham Jazz Tradition Shaped the Sound of AmericaMagic City is the story of one of American music's essential unsung places: Birmingham, Alabama, birthplace of a distinctive and influential jazz heritage. In a telling replete with colorful characters, iconic artists, and unheralded masters, Burgin Mathews reveals how Birmingham was the cradle and...
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Living the Beatles Legend: The Untold Story of Mal EvansThe first full-length biography of Mal Evans, the Beatles' beloved friend, confidant, and roadie. Malcolm Evans, the Beatles' long-time roadie, personal assistant, and devoted friend, was an invaluable member of the band's inner circle. A towering figure in horn-rimmed glasses, Evans loomed large in...
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Jimi HendrixJimi Hendrix explores how Jimi Hendrix made incredible contributions to American music and culture, captivating audiences with memorable melodies and rhythms. Covers early life, his rise to fame with his music, and his lasting impact. Groundbreakers: Black Musicians introduces some of the greats. Creating...
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Jacksonville and the Roots of Southern RockThe enduring achievement and legacy of a rock movementFlorida Book Awards, Bronze Medal for Florida Nonfiction The Allman Brothers Band and Lynyrd Skynyrd helped usher in a new kind of southern music from Jacksonville, Florida. Together, they and fellow bands like Blackfoot, 38 Special,...
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In Search of the La's - A Secret LiverpoolWith their timeless single 'There She Goes, Lee Mavers' La's overtook the Stone Roses as the great hopes for British guitar rock and paved the way for Britpop. However, whilst 'There She Goes' continues to be one of the most revered pop singles, The...
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Imani Finds the Right NotesShimmer, sparkle, twirl . . . I am a confident girl! It's almost time for the big music recital! Imani wants to play the piano beautifully, but she keeps hitting the wrong notes. How will she be ready for her performance? Read Woke(TM) Books...
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How to Play the Recorder: A Beginner's Guide to Learn to Play the Recorder with Follow Along Audio ExamplesBoost Your Recorder Playing Skills Today With The Ultimate Guide To Mastering The Art Of Playing The Recorder Flute Like A Pro.If you're struggling to get started playing the recorder and would like to learn an effective way to memorize, play and combine notes...
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How To Play The Otamatone: A Comprehensive Guide To Play Beautiful TunesHow To Play The Otamatone: A Comprehensive Guide To Play Beautiful Tunes Dig deep into the whimsical world of the Otamatone, Japan's quirky and endearing musical instrument that has captured the hearts of enthusiasts worldwide. Whether you've just unpacked your first Otamatone or are...
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How To Play Kalimba: Playing Techniques And Step By Step Instructions With 28 SongsHow To Play Kalimba: Playing Techniques And Step By Step Instructions With 28 SongsThis meticulously crafted book is designed to take you from a beginner to a proficient kalimba player. Whether you're completely new to music or have prior experience, the detailed instructions and...
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How to Build an OrchestraFind out what makes up an orchestra and learn about its different instruments! A beautifully illustrated book produced in association with the London Symphony Orchestra. This wonderfully illustrated story follows a conductor who is auditioning each instrument for his orchestra, building to a performance...
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Hide and Seek with SantaSanta is hiding somewhere at The Wiggles' Christmas party! Can you find him? Play a game of hide and seek with The Wiggles in this colorful lift the flap board book.Author: The WigglesPublisher: Five Mile PressPublished: 11/07/2023Pages: 10Binding Type: Board BookISBN: 9781922677815Audience: Baby-Preschool
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Hickory Wind - The Biography of Gram ParsonsThis compelling portrait of Gram Parsons superbly evokes the tumultuous musical era that he worked in, his personal mystique and, above all, the magic of his music - and is the only Gram biography to adequately explain why the legend lives on. This is...
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Guitar Chord Bible: Over 500 Illustrated Chords for Rock, Blues, Soul, Country, Jazz, and ClassicalOver 500 illustrated chords are covered for Rock, Blues, Soul, Country, Jazz and Classical music. This compact dictionary is designed to fit in your bag and is completed with fingering diagrams for each chord and photographs showing how each one is played. Over 360,000...
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Fun with the RecorderThis book/CD package presents melodies, lyrics and chord symbols for 22 songs to be enjoyed on the mandolin. Tuning and hand positions are briefly discussed. When you finish the book you will be com- fortable playing 4/4, 3/4 and 2/4 rhythm chord accompaniments in...
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Fjh Classic Manuscript Paper No. 2The choice for older, more accomplished notators, this spiral-bound 9x12" manuscript book contains 64 pages, with 10 staves per page, for standard music handwriting. The detailed guide spells out notation rules, from stem direction, to articulations, to ties and slurs, to notehead placement of...
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First Favorite Duets: 15 Melodies Arranged for Beginning PianistsEasy five-finger arrangements of the world's most popular melodies, designed to encourage independent reading. Duet accompaniments provide a fuller sound and a chance for involvement by a teacher, friend or family member.Author: Lynn Freeman OlsonPublisher: Alfred MusicPublished: 01/01/2007Pages: 32Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.28lbsSize: 11.85h x...
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Fiddling for ViolaQuite possibly the largest collection of fiddle music for viola ever published Contains a wealth of material for fiddlers seeking a transition to the viola and/or violists in search of a collection of traditional fiddle music.Author: Michael H HoffheimerPublisher: Mel Bay Publications, Inc.Published: 05/01/2000Pages:...
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Elvis Presley: Stories Behind the Songs Volume TwoThis second volume begins 60 years ago when Elvis Presley returns from the army, wondering if he still has a career and massive fan base after being away for two years.He needn't have worried himself, the fans lapped up his new and more ambitious...
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Ella FitzgeraldElla Fitzgerald explores how Ella Fitzgerald made incredible contributions to American music and culture, captivating audiences with memorable melodies and rhythms. Covers early life, her rise to fame with her music, and her lasting impact. Groundbreakers: Black Musicians introduces some of the greats. Creating...
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