Author: Linda Austern Publisher: Indiana University Press ISBN: 9780253112071 Category : Music Languages : en Pages : 440
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Whether referred to as mermaid, usalka, mami wata, or by some other name, and whether considered an imaginary being or merely a person with extraordinary abilities, the siren is the remarkable creature that has inspired music and its representations from ancient Greece to present-day Africa and Latin America. This book, co-edited by a historical musicologist and an ethnomusicologist, brings together leading scholars and some talented newcomers in classics, music, media studies, literature, and cultural studies to consider the siren and her multifaceted relationships to music across human time and geography.
Author: Skye MacKinnon Publisher: Peryton Press ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 208
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Loving four men is complicated. When the fate of an entire faerie realm is in your hands, it's even harder. Avery's work in the faerie realm of Evermist is far from over. The "pale ones"--mindless, vampiric monsters--continue to wreak havoc. She also wonders whether the Shadow King and Queen are truly defeated. And worse, there's a traitor somewhere in her ranks. Unwilling to believe any of her men could be capable of such treachery, yet fearing that it might be the case, Avery is about to embark on her most difficult trials yet. Melody of Souls is the third and final installment in the Lost Siren series, a reverse harem romance full of heat, humour, and adventure. The Lost Siren 1. Song of Blood 2. Lullaby of Death 3. Melody of Souls
Author: Cara N. Delaney Publisher: Independently Published ISBN: Category : Languages : en Pages : 0
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Keola is a mermaid - and bound for marriage to a foreign human prince. Unable to face a life cut off from the ocean with a man she despises, she chooses freedom at a terrible cost. Posing as a human wavesinger to remain hidden from her pursuers, she finds work on the ship of the dashing captain Anaar Kahlani. Anaar is searching for a mythical treasure and believes that Keola is the key to finding it. Amidst the hunt for fame and fortune, Anaar begins to fall for the mysterious wavesinger. Confronted with a secret and a dangerous revelation, she must decide what price she is willing to pay for untold riches - and for love. When Keola's past catches up with her, can they survive the oncoming storm together, or will the trials ahead demand more of them than they are willing to sacrifice?
Author: Blake Hudson Publisher: RWG Publishing ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 88
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Journey beyond the stars and into a realm where celestial forces shape the destiny of worlds. In "The Celestial Guardians: A Promise Fulfilled," embark on an epic adventure of cosmic proportions, where the fate of the celestial realms and the mortal world hang in the balance. Elysia and Lorian, two unlikely heroes, discover their extraordinary destinies when they are chosen as the guardians of the celestial balance. Guided by ancient prophecies and armed with powerful celestial artifacts, they must confront celestial tempests, solve celestial riddles, and face the encroaching darkness threatening to engulf their world. As the cosmic forces align in the rare Final Eclipse, Elysia and Lorian ascend to the Celestial Throne, entrusted with the responsibility of safeguarding celestial harmony. Their journey is a testament to courage, wisdom, and unwavering devotion, and their celestial bond is a beacon of hope. But the legacy of the guardians does not end with them. A new generation of celestial protectors emerges, inspired by the celestial journey of Elysia and Lorian. Together, they continue the celestial legacy, wielding the celestial artifacts with celestial insight and celestial unity. In a celestial tale that transcends time and space, "The Celestial Guardians: A Promise Fulfilled" explores the enduring power of celestial bonds, the wisdom of cosmic knowledge, and the celestial harmony that must be protected at all costs. Join them on a journey beyond the stars, where destinies are fulfilled, promises are kept, and the celestial balance endures for all eternity. Prepare to be transported to a world where celestial magic and celestial adventures await. This enchanting fantasy novel will captivate readers of all ages who crave epic tales of courage, cosmic wonders, and the enduring legacy of celestial guardians.
Author: Carrie Humphrey Publisher: Oliver-Heber books ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 279
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Enjoy Nine Original Fan Fiction tales set in the Hunterverse with a Foreword by Sherrilyn Kenyon. Over a century ago, the Peltier clan came to New Orleans and established one of the best-known Limanis in the world. Now out of the shadows of their past, the present, and the future, readers will be treated to stories from fans of Sherri's as they dip their pens into the realms of the Dark-Hunters, Were-Hunters, and Dream-Hunters. Join us for this exciting collection of short stories set at Sanctuary that are sure to entertain!
Author: Jonathan Willis Publisher: Routledge ISBN: 1317166248 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 315
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'Church Music and Protestantism in Post-Reformation England' breaks new ground in the religious history of Elizabethan England, through a closely focused study of the relationship between the practice of religious music and the complex process of Protestant identity formation. Hearing was of vital importance in the early modern period, and music was one of the most prominent, powerful and emotive elements of religious worship. But in large part, traditional historical narratives of the English Reformation have been distinctly tone deaf. Recent scholarship has begun to take increasing notice of some elements of Reformed musical practice, such as the congregational singing of psalms in meter. This book marks a significant advance in that area, combining an understanding of theory as expressed in contemporary religious and musical discourse, with a detailed study of the practice of church music in key sites of religious worship. Divided into three sections - 'Discourses', 'Sites', and 'Identities' - the book begins with an exploration of the classical and religious discourses which underpinned sixteenth-century understandings of music, and its use in religious worship. It then moves on to an investigation of the actual practice of church music in parish and cathedral churches, before shifting its attention to the people of Elizabethan England, and the ways in which music both served and shaped the difficult process of Protestantisation. Through an exploration of these issues, and by reintegrating music back into the Elizabethan church, we gain an expanded and enriched understanding of the complex evolution of religious identities, and of what it actually meant to be Protestant in post-Reformation England.
Author: Robin Maconie Publisher: Scarecrow Press ISBN: 9780810858794 Category : Music Languages : en Pages : 450
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Here at last is a listener's guide to the hidden meanings of western classical music, expressed in accessible, jargon-free language and drawing on universal listening experiences and skills. The Way of Music is six booklets in one volume; it is a study guide in attention training, listening skills, and music appreciation for students, teachers, and the general reader. Each book is complete in itself, to be read and used as part of a multilayered database of musical meaning. Alternating aphorism and explanation, Books 1 and 2 inquire into hearing and communication processes using the example of a barking dog, while Books 3 and 4 extend the range of inquiry into the acoustics and performance of ethnic and classical music. Book 5 offers a substantial survey of over 100 examples of recorded music, providing a history of western music and culture, and incorporating discussion and assignment topics. The final book presents the range of class, gender, and cultural perspectives found in 101 adult student responses to the slow movement of Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 4. Drawing on Robin Maconie's earlier work, The Second Sense: Language Music and Hearing (2002), The Way of Music presents many of the same insights in highly encapsulated form for readers in the text message age, taking the discussion of classical music out of music departments and returning it to a broader public and educational arena. Student Observations: "You learn logic, reason, and a sort of sensitivity to the passage of time from listening to classical music." "Music, when one is trained to listen, helps to improve your senses. Your sense of hearing is heightened; you become more alert, because you are concentrating on many different instruments and sounds simultaneously." "Music reaches beyond the improvement of academic performance to a realm of improvement of the human condition."
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