Music

Music and Politics by John Street explores the complex relationship between music and politics. This book examines how organised sound has been used to inspire crowds, mobilise movements, and even...

Learn to play your favorite pop songs on piano with this comprehensive guide. This multi-media learning experience includes 10 popular hits, such as "Someone Like You" and "Stay", along with online...

John Tyrrell brings together a wealth of documents to shed light on Kát'a Kabanová, one of Janácek's most performed operas. This collection includes letters, early reviews, and other primary sources...

Traveller by Chris Stapleton is a collection of 14 songs from his debut album, which catapulted him to fame and earned him two Grammy Awards and three CMA Awards. This piano/vocal/guitar artist...

The Replacements' Let It Be is a memoir that recreates the feverish first years when rock music grips you and never lets go. For Colin Meloy, growing up in Montana was a unique experience that drew...

Hymns for Fingerstyle Guitar by Doug Young is a collection of 25 well-known hymns arranged for fingerstyle guitar in standard tuning. The arrangements are designed to be easy to follow, allowing you...

Opera for Everybody: The Story of English National Opera tells the story of this iconic institution's 150-year history. From its humble beginnings in Victorian slums to its current status as a...

Swan Lake, Op. 20 by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky is a timeless arrangement for solo piano. Originally published in 1900, this edition has been carefully cleaned and digitally reprinted to preserve its...

Italian Kids Songs and Rhymes: A Mama Lisa Book Discover the rich tradition of Italian children's songs and rhymes in this unique collection. Over eighty authentic Italian songs and rhymes are...

Greek Musical Writings: The musician and his art by Andrew Barker This second volume of Greek musical writings presents important texts on harmonic and acoustic theory. It provides valuable insights...

Arranged for harp, this collection features over 40 vintage favorites from the 1950s. You'll find arrangements for songs like All I Have to Do Is Dream, Day-O (Banana Boat Song), and Fly Me to the...

Score A Film Music Documentary - The Interviews (Educational Edition) by Matt Schrader explores the art and craft of film music. This in-depth documentary features interviews with renowned composers,...

Twenty-five miniature pieces from L'Organiste, a collection of harmonium music by César Franck, are presented in this selection. These tuneful and graceful compositions are well-suited to the piano...

This introduction to opera provides an accessible overview of the art form, exploring its history and behind-the-scenes processes. Discover how operas are commissioned, written, and staged.With this...

The Cambridge Companion to Handel provides an in-depth exploration of George Frideric Handel's life and work. Acknowledged experts on Handel contribute essays that cover a wide range of topics, from...

A4 Blank Sheet Music Notebook for Composition and Songwriting. This music composition notebook is designed to help you write notes in staff/stave line, making it ideal for songwriting, notating...

The quiet music of 1998-2003 bridged the gap between two cultures, two generations and two centuries. As the nineties wound down and a new millennium approached, the UK began to look nostalgically to...

Unlock the knowledge you need to understand and appreciate great music with this comprehensive guide. Professor Robert Greenberg presents a thorough introduction to how music has mirrored Western...

A collection of favourite songs chosen by members of the Trefoil Guild in Hampshire East. This book brings together 148 songs that have been carefully selected and arranged for singing. It is a...

Erik Satie remains one of the most enigmatic figures in music history. This study by Robert Orledge sheds light on what made him tick as a composer, exploring every aspect of his complex career and...

Tom Petty's Southern Accents by Michael Washburn explores the creation and impact of Tom Petty's 1985 album Southern Accents. Initially conceived as a concept album about the American South, the...

The creative principles behind sound in film and electroacoustic music are explored in this book. It delves into how sonic practitioners compose, tell stories, and communicate through sound,...

Robert Schumann's Faschingsschwank aus Wien is a piano piece published as part of ABRSM's 'Signature' Series, which presents authoritative performing editions of standard keyboard works prepared from...

Gender and the Musical Canon explores how the western art music canon is shaped by complex attitudes, practices, and interests that often go unacknowledged. Marcia J. Citron examines the institutions...

Songs My Heart Has Taught Me for SATB and Piano by Bob Chilcott and Delphine Chalmers is a powerful four-movement work that celebrates unity and inclusivity. The piece features strong grooves and...

The Rolling Stones - Easy Guitar Collection is a collection of 18 iconic songs made easy to play on guitar. Featuring notes and tablature, this book includes hits like Angie, Beast of Burden, and...

Mozart: His Character and WorksA groundbreaking study of Mozart's life and music by renowned music historian Alfred Einstein. This in-depth analysis sheds new light on Mozart's relationships,...

Buddy Rich's Modern Interpretation of Snare Drum Rudiments is a comprehensive guide to playing the snare drum. This instructional book provides systematic instruction for beginners and advanced...

Igor Stravinsky: The Rake's Progress by Paul Griffiths is a seminal work that has left an indelible mark on the world of opera. Written in collaboration with Auden and Kallman, this masterpiece is...

A comprehensive collection of music from South West Scotland, featuring 100 tunes arranged for bagpipe and old pipe tunes with ties to the region. This first volume in the series explores the past,...

The Jam: A Story of Passion and Integrity The Jam's rise to fame was swift and unexpected. Initially dismissed as uncool suburbanites, Paul Weller, Bruce Foxton, and Rick Buckler went on to achieve...

Oxford Hymn Settings for Organists: Pentecost and Trinity by Rebecca Groom Te Velde is an essential resource for church organists. This collection features a range of accessible, quality new settings...

The Home Recording Handbook shows you how to make professional recordings without breaking the bank. With years of recording experience behind it, this book provides valuable tips and techniques for...

Oscar Hammerstein II's letters offer a unique glimpse into the life and career of one of America's most influential musical theatre innovators. This collection, edited by Mark Eden Horowitz, brings...

The Cambridge Companion to The Magic Flute by Jessica Waldoff provides a fresh perspective on Mozart's most-performed opera. This comprehensive guide brings together twenty-one essays from leading...

Play It Loud celebrates the musical instruments that gave rock and roll its signature sound. Seven essays by veteran music journalists and scholars explore the technical developments, evolution of...

People Get Ready! A New History of Black Gospel Music is a comprehensive and engaging chronicle of one of America's most treasured musical genres. This book explores the rich history of gospel music,...

The Black Panther's Band: Soul Music and the Black Power Movement Party Music explores the relationship between soul music and the Black Power movement in the late 1960s. This book delves into the...

The Cambridge Companion to Chopin provides an in-depth exploration of the life and music of Frédéric Chopin. This comprehensive guide aims to shed light on the unique style that has captivated...

Learn to improvise with confidence over jazz standards using this practical method for playing chord tones.This book teaches you how to target the chord tones of major and minor triads, providing 1,...

Learn to play the guitar styles and techniques that made ZZ Top one of the most iconic rock bands of all time. This comprehensive guide provides in-depth analysis, helpful lessons, and recorded...

The Icon Catalogue Drum & Bass Vol. 1A comprehensive guide to drum and bass music, this catalogue is a valuable resource for fans and artists alike.Featuring 44 tracks from some of the genre's most...

Winding it Back: Teaching to Individual Differences in Music Classroom and Ensemble Settings is a comprehensive guide for music educators seeking to create inclusive learning environments. Written by...

Arnold Schoenberg's Style and Idea explores the relationship between style and idea in music. In this collection of essays, Schoenberg discusses topics such as the role of text in composition, the...

Jazz 101: A Complete Guide to Learning and Loving JazzThis comprehensive guide explores the complex history and development of jazz, tracing its evolution from an ethnic music to North America's most...

The Inner Ear of Don Zientara: A Half Century of Recording in One of America's Most Innovative Studios. In the late 1970s, Don Zientara founded Inner Ear Studio in his Arlington home, using his army...

The Psychological Covert War on Hip Hop explores the alleged manipulation of hip hop culture by external forces. Professor Griff, a renowned educator and musician, examines the intersection of music...

Arban's Complete Celebrated Method for the Cornet Volume 1This comprehensive guide is widely regarded as one of the most popular and effective methods for learning to play the cornet. First published...

The Performer's Voice: Realizing Your Vocal PotentialThis comprehensive guide explains how the voice works and how to use it efficiently. It provides practical tools for vocal professionals,...

She Wrote the Songs by Patricia Hammond In the Victorian era, women found an outlet for their creativity in parlour songs - intimate, home-based musical performances that became the pop hits of the...

Antonio Vivaldi's Four Seasons for Solo Piano is a musical interpretation of the changing seasons. This collection of four violin concertos has been arranged for solo piano, featuring sonnets that...

Piano Sonatas No.10-12 by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart for Solo Piano (1783) K.330/300h K.331/300i K.332/300kA collection of sonatas for solo piano, this edition features the final three works from...

Experience the beauty of classical music in easy-to-play duets for two violins. This collection features 24 favorite melodies from top composers, including Air on the G String and Blue Danube Waltz,...

The Ultimate Rock Guitar Dojo for Kids White Belt Edition is a fun and systematic teaching method for learning to play rock guitar. This comprehensive guide takes you through five stages of skills...

Discover the rich musical heritage of South West Scotland in this comprehensive collection. Spanning past, present and future, it brings together 100 traditional tunes, including works by Robert...

Discover the life and music of Claudio Monteverdi, one of the most important figures in 'early' music, with this authoritative companion.This comprehensive guide, first published in 2007, provides an...

The 60s Music Compendium by Dave Kinzer is a comprehensive resource for anyone interested in 1960s music. This unique book features over 150 lists, charts, and illustrations that cater to various...

This collection of 10 easy-to-play Christmas carols is designed for keyboard players of all levels. With three staves per line of music, including treble clef and two bass clefs, this book provides a...

The story behind one of music's most infamous and misunderstood bands is finally told in this comprehensive account. Insane Clown Posse, a horrorcore hip-hop duo, has been at the centre of...

Music at the Limits brings together three decades of essays and articles by Edward Said on music, offering a unique insight into his thoughts on the subject.This collection provides a comprehensive...

The New Grove Book of Operas by Stanley Sadie is a comprehensive guide to operas from around the world. This meticulously researched book combines in-depth information with engaging illustrations,...

A comprehensive collection of 52 songs from Nirvana's discography, featuring iconic tracks like "Smells Like Teen Spirit", "Come As You Are" and "Heart-Shaped Box". This piano/vocal/guitar artist...

Grooves for Two is a collection of seven piano pieces written by leading pianist-composers working in jazz and other popular styles. Designed for teacher-pupil duos, these pieces provide fun while...

Learn to Play Fingerstyle Solos for Ukulele by Mark "Kailana" Nelson is a comprehensive guide for intermediate ukulele players. This book offers 27 arrangements from around the world, written in...

Anthems for SA & Men by Oxford University Press is a collection of nine pieces suitable for church choirs. Ideal for performance during Holy Communion and across the Church year, these anthems have...

That Magic Feeling: The Beatles' Recorded Legacy, Volume Two, 1966-1970 by John C. Winn provides an in-depth chronicle of the Beatles' creative growth during their mid to late 1960s period. Spanning...

The Illustrated Book of Songs by Colm Boyd is a unique collection of lists that explore the world of music through fascinating facts and witty commentary. From songs about everyday life to those...

Hit Songs for Two Alto Saxophones Easy Instrumental Duets by Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation. Enjoy playing popular hits with your alto saxophone partner. This collection features 22 easy duet...

Guitar Recorded Versions by Civil Wars is a collection of 13 transcriptions from this Americana folk and country duo. The album features a range of songs, including "Barton Hollow", "Devil's...

Jack the Ripper A Musical Play by Ron Pember and Denis De Marne is a unique theatrical reconstruction of the infamous East End murders that took place in London between August 31st and November 9th,...

Sheet music for Franz Liszt's Transcendental Etudes, composed in 1851. This edition features all 12 etudes, showcasing Liszt's mastery of piano technique and musical expression. The collection...

Music, Race, and Nation explores the rise of Colombia's música tropical, from its roots in black, marginal regions to its international success. Peter Wade examines how this music became popular in a...

Beyond Sound: The College and Career Guide in Music Technology is an essential resource for anyone looking to build a career in music technology. This comprehensive guide reflects on recent...

Scarlatti's Selected Keyboard Sonatas are authoritative performing editions of standard keyboard works, prepared from original sources by leading scholars. This edition is part of ABRSM's 'Signature'...

Der fliegende Holländer: A Comprehensive Guide to Wagner's Opera This guide offers an in-depth exploration of Richard Wagner's iconic opera, Der fliegende Holländer. First considered representative...

Electric Guitars Design and Invention: The Groundbreaking Innovations That Shaped the Modern Instrument by Tony Bacon explores the development of electric guitars. This book delves into the iconic...

Robert Lawson's Still Competition: The Listener's Guide to Cheap Trick is a meticulous review of every Cheap Trick album, song by song. With attention to detail that only a super fan could provide,...

The Velvet Underground in Print, 1966-1971 by Clinton Heylin is a comprehensive collection of writings from the era of the band's existence. Spanning mainstream publications like the New York Times...

This dynamic collection presents four jazzy settings of favourite madrigals by Thomas Morley, John Bennet, and Orlando Gibbons. The first, 'Sing we and chant it', is a relaxed jazz waltz with a...

Learn guitar chords with confidence using this comprehensive guide. With over 50 commonly used chords illustrated in full colour and accompanied by audio samples, you'll be able to play hundreds of...

This collection features ten festive tunes for piano accompaniment, including The Christmas Song and Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas. Each piece is accompanied by beautiful melody lines that...

Scales You Can Use! is a comprehensive guitar guide from renowned guitarist and tutor Ged Brockie. This in-depth publication distils 35 years of experience into a user-friendly template system,...

Sheet Music Solos For Euphonium Book 1 is a collection of treble clef arrangements for solo euphonium players. This book features a mixed selection of classical, traditional, and folk tunes, with...

This songbook features eight songs from a popular Disney movie arranged especially for recorder. The collection includes "All of You", "Colombia", "Mi Encanto", "The Family Madrigal", "Surface...

The classical music recording industry has long been shrouded in mystery and controversy. In "Maestros, Masterpieces and Madness", Norman Lebrecht offers a sparkling expose of its inner workings,...

This songbook features 15 favorite tunes from Jim Henson's Muppets, including Mah-Na-Mah-Na, The Muppet Show Theme, and The Rainbow Connection. It includes 7 pages of color photos to accompany the...

Building Christlike Communities through Music: A Practical Guide for Worship Leaders. In worship communities, music leaders play a vital role in creating inclusive spaces. However, resources can be...

Kurt Weill's America explores the complex and evolving relationship between German-Jewish composer Kurt Weill and American culture. Following his escape from Europe in 1935, Weill's works began to...

This collection of Baroque music for harp features arrangements by renowned harpist Deborah Friou. The repertoire includes works by Bach, Corelli, Handel, Pachelbel, Scarlatti, Telemann and Vivaldi...

Musicology and Difference: Gender and Sexuality in Music Scholarship by Ruth A. Solie explores the complex relationships between music, power, and identity. This thought-provoking work examines how...

Play your favorite Christmas tunes with ease. This collection of 24 classical guitar arrangements is carefully curated for novice guitarists, featuring melodies harmonized with open bass notes and...

Experience the rich and expressive world of Russian piano music with this comprehensive collection.Featuring 78 pieces by renowned composers including Kabalevsky, Mussorgsky, Prokofiev, Rachmaninoff,...

Tales from the Flipside: Exploding the myth of the Superstar DJ Lifestyle by Mark Devlin. The glamour of being a top DJ is often exaggerated. Behind the scenes, reality can be very different. In this...

The Library of Showtunes is a comprehensive collection of songs from some of the world's most beloved musical shows. Spanning over 85 years of Broadway and West End history, this volume features an...

Easy Classical Clarinet and Piano Duets Featuring Music of Vivaldi, Mozart, Handel and Other Composers by Marc. This collection brings together 18 easy and fun classical pieces for clarinet and piano...

Michael Nichols shares his personal experiences and technical know-how gathered from over 30 years as a live performer in this practical guide to making a living as a solo acoustic musician.In Solo...

Joni Mitchell's life and career are a complex tapestry of contradictions. On one hand, she embodied the quintessential bohemian spirit, while on the other, she was a fiercely independent woman who...

This expanded edition of Punk Planet: The Collected Interviews brings together a wealth of insights into the punk movement. Daniel Sinker's interviews with key figures from the genre offer a unique...

The recorder is often seen as an instrument for children's first musical experiences, but it also holds artistic merit. This tutor book series bridges this gap, providing a structured pathway from...

Breath in Action explores the significance of breath in human life, looking beyond its literal function to reveal how it interacts with our voice and being. Written by experts in vocal and holistic...