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Chamber Music: A Research and Information Guide (Kindle Edition)

From Library Journal

Chamber music is defined here as “classical European instrumental ensemble music for two to approximately twelve performers.” Entries are arranged by subject: Basic Reference, History (subdivided by genre and geographical area), Analytic Studies, Performance Practice, Performers, and Miscellaneous. Where the literature is extensive the author limits himself to the most recent and “best” examples. The entries are generally well chosen, the annotations helpful and well considered. Assessment of such a vast literature is an arduous task that this volume accomplishes admirably. Robert W. Richart, Western Lib. Network, Olympia, Wash.Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.

This excellent addition to the Routledge Music Bibliographies series will be invaluable to anyone researching any aspect of chamber music. It features a complete and comprehensive bibliography of all printed materials on chamber music. It lists works on: basic r (more…)

The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Music Theory, 2nd Edition (Paperback)

A music theory book that hits the high note … This updated and expanded edition of The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Music Theory breaks down a difficult subject in a simple way—even for those who think they have no rhythm or consider themselves tone deaf. With clear, concise language, it explains everything from bass-clef basics to confusing codas. This new edition includes: -A brand-new CD -A comprehensive ear-training section -Musical examples of intervals, scales, chords, and rhythms -Aural exercises so readers can test their ear training and transcription skills

About the Author

Michael Miller is the author of several successful music guides, including The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Songwriting, Second Edition, The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Solos and Improvisation, The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Playing Drums, Second Edition, and The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Music Composition.

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The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Music Theory, 2nd Edition (Paperback)

A music theory book that hits the high note … This updated and expanded edition of The Complete Idiots Guide® to Music Theory breaks down a difficult subject in a simple way even for those who think they have no rhythm or consider themselves tone deaf. With clear, concise language, it explains everything from bass-clef basics to confusing codas. This new edition includes: -A brand-new CD -A comprehensive ear-training section -Musical examples of intervals, scales, chords, and rhythms -Aural exercises so readers can test their ear training and transcription skills

About the Author

Michael Miller is the author of several successful music guides, including The Complete Idiots Guide to Songwriting, Second Edition, The Complete Idiots Guide to Solos and Improvisation, The Complete Idiots Guide to Playing Drums, Second Edition, and The Complete Idiots Guide to Music Composition.

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