Author: Neal Hellman
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
ISBN: 1610657993
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 105
Book Description
In folk tradition, stories of love lost, betrayal, jealousy, conflict, emigration, and the supernatural are often immortalized in songs of many traditions, demonstrating that singing has been a universal vehicle for the human condition. the criteria for this wonderful collection of prose and melodies is from Celtic traditions that have been with us for hundreds of years. These compositions have been arranged so that each will work both as an air and as a song. All of the selections in the book appear on the companion CD.
Songs and Airs
Author: George Frideric Handel
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Operas
Languages : en
Pages : 236
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Operas
Languages : en
Pages : 236
Book Description
Sounds and Sweet Airs
Author: Anna Beer
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1780748574
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 533
Book Description
The hidden history of the women who dared to write music in a man’s world. ‘Lucid, engaging and exuberant... [Sounds and Sweet Airs] is terrifically enjoyable and accessible, and leaves one hankering for a second volume.’ The Sunday Times Francesca Caccini. Barbara Strozzi. Élisabeth Jacquet de la Guerre. Marianna Martines. Fanny Hensel. Clara Schumann. Lili Boulanger. Elizabeth Maconchy. Since the birth of classical music, women who dared compose have faced a bitter struggle to be heard. In spite of this, female composers continued to create, inspire and challenge. Yet even today so much of their work languishes unheard. Anna Beer reveals the highs and lows experienced by eight composers across the centuries, from Renaissance Florence to twentieth-century London, restoring to their rightful place exceptional women whom history has forgotten.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1780748574
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 533
Book Description
The hidden history of the women who dared to write music in a man’s world. ‘Lucid, engaging and exuberant... [Sounds and Sweet Airs] is terrifically enjoyable and accessible, and leaves one hankering for a second volume.’ The Sunday Times Francesca Caccini. Barbara Strozzi. Élisabeth Jacquet de la Guerre. Marianna Martines. Fanny Hensel. Clara Schumann. Lili Boulanger. Elizabeth Maconchy. Since the birth of classical music, women who dared compose have faced a bitter struggle to be heard. In spite of this, female composers continued to create, inspire and challenge. Yet even today so much of their work languishes unheard. Anna Beer reveals the highs and lows experienced by eight composers across the centuries, from Renaissance Florence to twentieth-century London, restoring to their rightful place exceptional women whom history has forgotten.
Fifteen Songs and Arias
Author: Henry Purcell
Publisher: Alfred Music
ISBN: 9781457484773
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
A collection of vocal solos composed by Henry Purcell.
Publisher: Alfred Music
ISBN: 9781457484773
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
A collection of vocal solos composed by Henry Purcell.
Your Song Changed My Life
Author: Bob Boilen
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0062344463
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 207
Book Description
From the beloved host and creator of NPR’s All Songs Considered and Tiny Desk Concerts comes an essential oral history of modern music, told in the voices of iconic and up-and-coming musicians, including Dave Grohl, Jimmy Page, Michael Stipe, Carrie Brownstein, Smokey Robinson, and Jeff Tweedy, among others—published in association with NPR Music. Is there a unforgettable song that changed your life? NPR’s renowned music authority Bob Boilen posed this question to some of today’s best-loved musical legends and rising stars. In Your Song Changed My Life, Jimmy Page (Led Zeppelin), St. Vincent, Jónsi (Sigur Rós), Justin Vernon (Bon Iver), Cat Power, David Byrne (Talking Heads), Dave Grohl (Nirvana, Foo Fighters), Jeff Tweedy (Wilco), Jenny Lewis, Carrie Brownstein (Portlandia, Sleater-Kinney), Yusuf Islam (Cat Stevens), Colin Meloy (The Decemberists), Trey Anastasio (Phish), Jackson Browne, Valerie June, Philip Glass, James Blake, and other artists reflect on pivotal moments that inspired their work. For Wilco’s Jeff Tweedy, it was discovering his sister’s 45 of The Byrds’ “Turn, Turn, Turn.” A young St. Vincent’s life changed the day a box of CDs literally fell off a delivery truck in front of her house. Cat Stevens was transformed when he heard John Lennon cover “Twist and Shout.” These are the momentous yet unmarked events that have shaped these and many other musical talents, and ultimately the sound of modern music. A diverse collection of personal experiences, both ordinary and extraordinary, Your Song Changed My Life illustrates the ways in which music is revived, restored, and revolutionized. It is also a testament to the power of music in our lives, and an inspiration for future artists and music lovers. Amazing contributors include: Jimmy Page (Led Zeppelin), Carrie Brownstein (Sleater-Kinney, Portlandia, Wild Flag), Smokey Robinson, David Byrne (Talking Heads), St. Vincent, Jeff Tweedy (Wilco), James Blake, Colin Meloy (The Decemberists), Trey Anastasio (Phish), Jenny Lewis (Rilo Kiley), Dave Grohl (Nirvana, Foo Fighters), Yusuf Islam (Cat Stevens), Sturgill Simpson, Justin Vernon (Bon Iver), Cat Power, Jackson Browne, Michael Stipe (R.E.M.), Philip Glass, Jónsi (Sigur Rós), Hozier, Regina Carter, Conor Oberst (Bright Eyes, and others), Courtney Barnett, Chris Thile (Nickel Creek, Punch Brothers), Leon Bridges, Sharon Van Etten, and many more.
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0062344463
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 207
Book Description
From the beloved host and creator of NPR’s All Songs Considered and Tiny Desk Concerts comes an essential oral history of modern music, told in the voices of iconic and up-and-coming musicians, including Dave Grohl, Jimmy Page, Michael Stipe, Carrie Brownstein, Smokey Robinson, and Jeff Tweedy, among others—published in association with NPR Music. Is there a unforgettable song that changed your life? NPR’s renowned music authority Bob Boilen posed this question to some of today’s best-loved musical legends and rising stars. In Your Song Changed My Life, Jimmy Page (Led Zeppelin), St. Vincent, Jónsi (Sigur Rós), Justin Vernon (Bon Iver), Cat Power, David Byrne (Talking Heads), Dave Grohl (Nirvana, Foo Fighters), Jeff Tweedy (Wilco), Jenny Lewis, Carrie Brownstein (Portlandia, Sleater-Kinney), Yusuf Islam (Cat Stevens), Colin Meloy (The Decemberists), Trey Anastasio (Phish), Jackson Browne, Valerie June, Philip Glass, James Blake, and other artists reflect on pivotal moments that inspired their work. For Wilco’s Jeff Tweedy, it was discovering his sister’s 45 of The Byrds’ “Turn, Turn, Turn.” A young St. Vincent’s life changed the day a box of CDs literally fell off a delivery truck in front of her house. Cat Stevens was transformed when he heard John Lennon cover “Twist and Shout.” These are the momentous yet unmarked events that have shaped these and many other musical talents, and ultimately the sound of modern music. A diverse collection of personal experiences, both ordinary and extraordinary, Your Song Changed My Life illustrates the ways in which music is revived, restored, and revolutionized. It is also a testament to the power of music in our lives, and an inspiration for future artists and music lovers. Amazing contributors include: Jimmy Page (Led Zeppelin), Carrie Brownstein (Sleater-Kinney, Portlandia, Wild Flag), Smokey Robinson, David Byrne (Talking Heads), St. Vincent, Jeff Tweedy (Wilco), James Blake, Colin Meloy (The Decemberists), Trey Anastasio (Phish), Jenny Lewis (Rilo Kiley), Dave Grohl (Nirvana, Foo Fighters), Yusuf Islam (Cat Stevens), Sturgill Simpson, Justin Vernon (Bon Iver), Cat Power, Jackson Browne, Michael Stipe (R.E.M.), Philip Glass, Jónsi (Sigur Rós), Hozier, Regina Carter, Conor Oberst (Bright Eyes, and others), Courtney Barnett, Chris Thile (Nickel Creek, Punch Brothers), Leon Bridges, Sharon Van Etten, and many more.
The Airs and Melodies Peculiar to the Highlands of Scotland and the Isles
Author: Simon Fraser
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781492263814
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 124
Book Description
This volume of work is probably one of the most respected and well-known collection of this type of music. Originally known as The Knockie Collection of Highland Music, It has been lovingly prepare by Captain Simon Fraser. This is a direct reprint of the original second edition of 1874, by H. Mackenzie, in Inverness. Exceptional time and effort has been made to provide a wonderful edition here that is easy to read, well laid-out, and can easily be played from. Preface by William Mackay, Jr. Spectacular Index, Appendix, and music easily played on piano, harp, or even duet with Violin and Cello, since the lines are mostly linear for both hands and very few chords within the 240ish pieces contained herein. Original title page has been included. 124pps, 8.5"x11", Glossy cover. If you are even remotely interested in this type of music this is a MUST HAVE in your collection.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781492263814
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 124
Book Description
This volume of work is probably one of the most respected and well-known collection of this type of music. Originally known as The Knockie Collection of Highland Music, It has been lovingly prepare by Captain Simon Fraser. This is a direct reprint of the original second edition of 1874, by H. Mackenzie, in Inverness. Exceptional time and effort has been made to provide a wonderful edition here that is easy to read, well laid-out, and can easily be played from. Preface by William Mackay, Jr. Spectacular Index, Appendix, and music easily played on piano, harp, or even duet with Violin and Cello, since the lines are mostly linear for both hands and very few chords within the 240ish pieces contained herein. Original title page has been included. 124pps, 8.5"x11", Glossy cover. If you are even remotely interested in this type of music this is a MUST HAVE in your collection.
Earth, Water, Fire, Air
Author: Don DuPont
Publisher: Heritage Music Press
ISBN: 9780934017602
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 24
Book Description
Grades 26 Get your students singing and playing with this suite of six songs featuring unison, two-part and three-part singing, speech ostinati, instrumental accompaniments, poetry, interpretive signing, recorder playing, and movement that celebrates the elements of nature. Present the entire suite in your next performance, or use each song on its own.
Publisher: Heritage Music Press
ISBN: 9780934017602
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 24
Book Description
Grades 26 Get your students singing and playing with this suite of six songs featuring unison, two-part and three-part singing, speech ostinati, instrumental accompaniments, poetry, interpretive signing, recorder playing, and movement that celebrates the elements of nature. Present the entire suite in your next performance, or use each song on its own.
Revolution in the Air
Author: Clinton Heylin
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
ISBN: 1569762686
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 497
Book Description
A comprehensive book on Bob Dylan's song lyrics, this volume arranges the more than 300 songs by the date they were actually written rather than when they appeared on albums.
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
ISBN: 1569762686
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 497
Book Description
A comprehensive book on Bob Dylan's song lyrics, this volume arranges the more than 300 songs by the date they were actually written rather than when they appeared on albums.
Lisa Loeb's Songs for Movin' & Shakin'
Author: Lisa Loeb
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company Incorporated
ISBN: 9781402769160
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 24
Book Description
A high-energy collection of children's songs, activities and recipes is complemented by the Grammy Award-nominated performer's renditions of five favorite songs, including "Turn it Down" and "Monster Stomp."
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company Incorporated
ISBN: 9781402769160
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 24
Book Description
A high-energy collection of children's songs, activities and recipes is complemented by the Grammy Award-nominated performer's renditions of five favorite songs, including "Turn it Down" and "Monster Stomp."
Island Songs
Author: Godfrey Baldacchino
Publisher: Scarecrow Press
ISBN: 0810881772
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
"Through the close analysis of musical performance and tradition, the scholarly contributiors to Island Songs provide a global review of how island songs, their lyrics, and their singers engage with the challenges of modernity, migration, and social change uncovering common patterns despite the diversity and local character of their subjects"--Page 4 of cover.
Publisher: Scarecrow Press
ISBN: 0810881772
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
"Through the close analysis of musical performance and tradition, the scholarly contributiors to Island Songs provide a global review of how island songs, their lyrics, and their singers engage with the challenges of modernity, migration, and social change uncovering common patterns despite the diversity and local character of their subjects"--Page 4 of cover.
Songs to Fill the Air
Author: Scott W. Allen
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781478791287
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 172
Book Description
Songs to Fill the Air: Tales of the Grateful Dead is my follow-up to Aces Back to Back: The History of the Grateful Dead. Songs to Fill the Air is a collection of my essays on the Dead: never-before-told tales that reach across far-ranging, and fascinating, topics and individuals. Vital players in the band's history, never before given their due, come to life on the pages of my new and exciting tome. Important concerts in Grateful Dead history are analyzed, and there are two different essays that connect the Dead's history to the Beatles, and others connecting Dead lore to David Bowie, Pink Floyd and rapper Tupac Shakur. There are also musings on the Grateful Dead song "Jack Straw" and songs such as "Morning Dew." Included are a number of tales about my on-the-road experiences hitchhiking and traveling to see the Dead - everywhere from San Francisco to Philadelphia, from Texas to Manhattan! I've also detailed the last four years of Garcia's life (1992-95) as never detailed before. Songs to Fill the Air: Tales of the Grateful Dead is an engaging and compelling read that completes the story, and history, of the Dead in an informative and captivating manner.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781478791287
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 172
Book Description
Songs to Fill the Air: Tales of the Grateful Dead is my follow-up to Aces Back to Back: The History of the Grateful Dead. Songs to Fill the Air is a collection of my essays on the Dead: never-before-told tales that reach across far-ranging, and fascinating, topics and individuals. Vital players in the band's history, never before given their due, come to life on the pages of my new and exciting tome. Important concerts in Grateful Dead history are analyzed, and there are two different essays that connect the Dead's history to the Beatles, and others connecting Dead lore to David Bowie, Pink Floyd and rapper Tupac Shakur. There are also musings on the Grateful Dead song "Jack Straw" and songs such as "Morning Dew." Included are a number of tales about my on-the-road experiences hitchhiking and traveling to see the Dead - everywhere from San Francisco to Philadelphia, from Texas to Manhattan! I've also detailed the last four years of Garcia's life (1992-95) as never detailed before. Songs to Fill the Air: Tales of the Grateful Dead is an engaging and compelling read that completes the story, and history, of the Dead in an informative and captivating manner.