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Joyce Bourne, Michael Kennedy |
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The Oxford Dictionary of Music
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Whether you're an aspiring musician or someone with a keen interest in understanding the nuances of music, "The Oxford Dictionary of Music" could be a treasure trove for you. It's packed with insightful details about composers across history, offering a rich context to their work. Imagine having a backstage pass into the world of music terminology and history; this book is precisely that.
Joyce Bourne, Michael Kennedy |
Oxford
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The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Music
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The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Music is an essential read for anyone interested in music. It has over 10,000 entries covering musical terms, works, composers, instruments, and more. It also includes comprehensive work-lists for major composers and generous coverage of living composers and performers. The most unique feature of this book is its up-to-date information on the latest trends in music. This book is perfect for a musician, music enthusiast, or student.
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Lawrence Kramer
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Interpreting Music
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If you've ever listened to a piece of music and felt moved beyond words, "Interpreting Music" might just articulate what your heart has felt. It delves deep into the language of music, offering insights that resonate with both the seasoned musician and the curious listener. It's not just about notes on a page; it's an exploration of how music speaks to us all.
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Tullia Magrini
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Music and Gender: Perspectives from the Mediterranean
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If you're fascinated by how culture shapes art, "Music and Gender" offers a compelling dive into the Mediterranean's musical tapestry through the lens of gender studies. It's not just about notes and rhythms; it's a journey into how music reflects, challenges, and shapes identities, bringing a scholarly but accessible exploration of sociology and ethnomusicology to your fingertips. This book could broaden your perspective on the power of music within different societies.
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If you're drawn to the enigmatic blend of personal narrative and artistic exploration, "Devotion" will resonate with you. Patti Smith doesn't just share a story; she lets you into her mind, showing you the vivid landscapes that inspire her. For anyone who cherishes the gritty and poetic behind-the-scenes of crafting art, Patti's reflections and pilgrimages to the haunts of literary giants offer a mesmerizing glimpse into the soul of a creator.
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Leonard B. Meyer
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Emotion and Meaning in Music
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If you've ever wondered about the powerhouse behind music's impact on our feelings, "Emotion and Meaning in Music" could really resonate with you. Leonard B. Meyer dives deep into the psychology and theory of music, making it a thought-provoking read that could illuminate the often mysterious connections between musical patterns and the emotions they provoke. If you're looking to enrich your understanding of music from its core, this might just change the way you listen to, perform, or even compose music.
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If you're intrigued by the mystique of artistry, "Devotion" is something special. Patti Smith, a revered artist and writer, invites you into her world, offering a rare look at the intimate details of her creative process. As you read, you'll find yourself on a personal trek through inspiring locales, mingling with the spirits of literary greats. It's not just a book; it's a window into the soul of creation itself.
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Noah Horowitz
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Princeton
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Art of the Deal : Contemporary Art in a Global Financial Market
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An eye-opening look at collecting and investing in today’s art marketArt today is defined by its relationship to money as never before. Prices have been driven to unprecedented heights, conventional boundaries within the art world have collapsed, and artists think ever more strategically about how to advance their careers. Art is no longer simply made, but packaged, sold, and branded. In Art of the Deal , Noah Horowitz exposes the inner workings of the contemporary art market, explaining how this unique economy came to be, how it works, and where it's headed. In a new postscript, Horowitz reflects on the market’s continued ascent as well as its most urgent challenges.
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George Michael Sinclair Kennedy
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Oxford
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The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Music
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If music is a passion or profession for you, diving into 'The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Music' will provide you with a rich tapestry of musical knowledge. Covering everything from historical compositions to twentieth-century developments, it's an invaluable resource for deepening your understanding, whether you're researching a specific era or simply satiating your curiosity about ethnomusicology.
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Carolyn Abbate
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Princeton
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Unsung Voices - Opera And Musical Narrative In The Nineteenth Century
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Who "speaks" to us in The Sorcerer's Apprentice, in Wagner's operas, in a Mahler symphony? In asking this question, Carolyn Abbate opens nineteenth-century operas and instrumental works to new interpretations as she explores the voices projected by music. The nineteenth-century metaphor of music that "sings" is thus reanimated in a new context, and Abbate proposes interpretive strategies that "de-center" music criticism, that seek the polyphony and dialogism of music, and that celebrate musical gestures often marginalized by conventional music analysis.
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Mark D. Fullerton
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Cambridge
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Greek Art
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This book would be a good read for anyone interested in delving into the captivating world of Greek art. With its fresh perspective on the political, social, and religious significance of Greek art, it offers valuable insights into the cultural context and craftsmanship of this classical era. Through its focus on the relationship between visual and narrative history, it unveils how art played a pivotal role in the construction of meaning and the conveyance of personal and communal identity. Whether you are an art enthusiast or history buff, this book is sure to captivate and enlighten you.
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Steven Botterill, Giulio Cattin |
Cambridge
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Music of the Middle Ages: Volume 1
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This book is a must-read for anyone who wants a comprehensive understanding of the monophonic music of the Middle Ages. Giulio Cattin provides a detailed exploration of the birth and evolution of Christian chant, as well as the development of secular music in various languages. With the author's authority and accessible writing style, this book brings to life the rich musical traditions that form the basis of Europe's musical heritage. You'll also find intriguing chapters on early instrumental music and the philosophy of ars musica.
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Michael Kennedy
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Oxford
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The Concise Oxford Dictionary Of Music
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This book is a great resource for music enthusiasts who want to deepen their understanding of musical terminology. Its concise format makes it easy to find definitions quickly, and the biographical sketches of musicians and composers add a nice touch of context to the text. Overall, it's an informative guide for those looking to expand their knowledge of the world of music.
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Joyce Bourne, Michael Kennedy |
Oxford
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The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Music
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When The Oxford Dictionary of Music first appeared, it was hailed by Music and Musicians as "without question the most comprehensive, detailed, reliable one-volume reference work on music now available in the English language." Fully revised and updated for this new edition, The Concise OxfordDictionary of Music, Fourth Edition is a rich mine of information for lovers of music of all periods and styles, providing over 10,000 entries on musical terms, works, composers, librettists, musicians, singers, and orchestras. The dictionary's coverage is exceptional, providing comprehensivework-lists for major composers, detailed entries on living composers and performers, important ballets and operas, as well as descriptions of musical instruments and their histories.Written to appeal to general readers, musicians and musicologists alike, this volume is an indispensable addition to the reference shelf of the concert goer, the opera buff, the record buyer, or anyone involved in music, whether amateur or professional.
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George Michael Sinclair Kennedy
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Oxford
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This book is a must-have for music enthusiasts, with its concise yet extensive coverage of musical history, including a focus on the development of music in the twentieth century. It also provides valuable insights into early music and ethnomusicology. Whether you are a student, musician, or simply passionate about music, this dictionary will be an invaluable resource for expanding your knowledge and understanding of the musical world.
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Peter Williams
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Cambridge
University
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Bach: The Goldberg Variations
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Bach's spectacular Goldberg Variations represent a high point in the repertory of keyboard music, particularly for the harpsichord. This book takes a detailed look at how these variations originated, especially in relation to all Bach's ClavierÜbung volumes and late keyboard works, what their exceptionally intricate plan is, what kind of impact they have had, and how their mysterious beauty has been created. This guide to what was at the time the largest and most carefully conceived single work of keyboard music will appeal to students, performers and listeners.
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Robert Martin, Robert Winter |
University
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California
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The Beethoven Quartet Companion
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While the Beethoven string quartets are to chamber music what the plays of Shakespeare are to drama, even seasoned concertgoers will welcome guidance with these personal and sometimes enigmatic works.This collection offers Beethoven lovers both detailed notes on the listening experience of each quartet and a stimulating range of more general Who has the quartets' audience been? How were the quartets performed before the era of sound recordings? What is the relationship between "classical" and "romantic" in the quartets? How was their reception affected by social and economic history? What sorts of interpretive decisions are made by performers today?The Companion brings together a matchless group of Beethoven experts. Joseph Kerman is perhaps the world's most renowned Beethoven scholar. Robert Winter, an authority on sketches for the late quartets, has created interactive programs regarded as milestones in multimedia publishing. Maynard Solomon has written an acclaimed biography of Beethoven. Leon Botstein is the conductor of the American Symphony Orchestra as well as a distinguished social historian and college president. Robert Martin writes from his experience as cellist of the Sequoia Quartet. And the book is anchored by the program notes of Michael Steinberg, who has served as Artistic Advisor of the San Francisco Symphony and the Minnesota Orchestra.
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