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ABRSM
RAISING AN AMAZING MUSICIAN
You, Your Child and Music
ABRSM (London, England, 2009)
This self help guide is essential reading for any parent
wishing to know more about bringing music into the
life of their child. 20 short chapters, which assume no
musical knowledge, are packed with expert advice on
how to support your child through every stage of
musical development, from birth through early
adulthood. Paper, 183 p.
10075379 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32.50
Adam, Nathan
MULTI PLATINUM PRO TOOLS
Focal Press (Milwaukee, WI, 2009)
Learn how a real professional uses “Pro Tools” to
make multi-platinum records with this jam-packed,
fast-paced guide. Including over 300 color
illustrations, “Multi-Platinum Pro Tools” takes you
inside the mind of one of the top “Pro Tools”
engineers in the business, giving you the skills you
need to succeed. Using the interactive DVD (featuring
a real Nashville recording session) you can watch,
listen, learn and edit alongside famed engineer Brady
Barnett in a real “Pro Tools” editing session! Essential
reading for current and aspiring recording engineers,
students, musicians and all those who have some
prior knowledge of “Pro Tools” but wish to become
expert users. Paperback (308 p. with DVD.
10074387 Paperback Book & DVD . . . . . . . . .57.95
Apter, Jeff
PURE DROP, A
The Life of Jeff Buckley
Hal Leonard Corporation (Milwaukee, WI, 2009)
Bono called Jeff Buckley “a pure drop in an ocean of
noise.” In this startling new biography, Buckley’s
friends, peers, enemies, collaborators, lovers, and
others speak of the Jeff they knew - or, in some cases,
thought they knew. His struggles with writer’s block
are explored, as are his battles with the concept of
stardom, his desire for escape, and his attempts to deal
with the unavoidable legacy of his equally gifted
father, Tim Buckley. Hardcover, 256 p.
10068220 Hardcover Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24.99
Ardley, Neil
MUSIC
Eyewitness Books
Alfred Publishing, Inc. (Van Nuys, CA, 2009)
Be an eyewitness to the creation of music in all its
forms. The superb real-life photographs of
instruments ranging from zithers and pan pipes to
electric guitars and synthesizers offer a unique view of
ancient and contemporary music. All ages.
10074402 Hardcover Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15.99
Asher, Jay
GOING PRO WITH LOGIC PRO 8
Course Technology PTR (Milwaukee, WI, 2009)
“Going Pro with Logic Pro 8” is an expert level book
that addresses the needs of the professional “Logic”
user. The book picks up where the manual leaves off,
guiding you from initial setup of “Logic Pro 8”
through the recording and editing process to final
delivery media; dropping power-user tips and tricks
throughout the process. The book also features
sidebars from well-known “Logic” experts, explaining
how they integrate advanced techniques into their
workflow. Topics covered include building custom
mixers, designing templates, organizing your sound
pallet, dealing with multi-computer set-ups, the ins
and outs of working with reference video, scoring
inside “Logic,” mixing tips, mastering tips, and much
more. Paperback, 196 p.
10065041 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99
Babiuk, Andy
STORY OF PAUL BIGSBY, THE
The Father of the Modern Electric Solid Body
Guitar
Gretsch Enterprises (Milwaukee, WI, 2008)
“The Story of Paul Bigsby” tells how Bigsby
influenced Fender and Gibson, as well as a number of
other guitar manufacturers, in building techniques
and design. This deluxe illustrated coffee table book
contains over 300 color and black & white photos.
Many of these have not previously been published,
and over 50 are actual Bigsby instrument photos taken
by fine arts photographer Greg Morgan. The book
also comes with an audio CD of Paul Bigsby, recorded
in the late 1950s, telling stories of his business.
Hardcover, 200 p. and CD.
10065184 Hardcover Book & CD . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Bachmann, Alberto
AN ENCYCLOPEDIA OF THE VIOLIN
Dover Publications (Mineola, NY, 2009)
Of the many books written about the violin, none
approaches the breadth and scope of this renowned
reference. First published in 1925, it remains
unsurpassed as a source of essential information on all
aspects of the instrument, from construction and
evolution to repertoire and technique. Includes a
glossary and 73 illustrations. Paper, 496 p.
10067396 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19.95
Bacon, Tony
LES PAUL GUITAR BOOK, THE
Backbeat Books (New York, NY, 2009)
Tony Bacon’s definitive guide to Gibson’s most
famous guitar moves into its latest and most complete
version yet with this new and thoroughly revised
edition. Now with 16 more pages and 45 new pictures,
this timely (and retitled) update of 50 Years of the Gibson
Les Paul tells the story of one of the greatest musical
instruments of the 20th century and one that is still
holding center stage today. Richly illustrated with 250
archive and performance shots, ephemera, and
specially commissioned studio photos, The Les Paul
Guitar Book is the most complete guide ever to Gibson’s
best known guitar, and a must-have for every player
and collector. Paper, 176 p.
10076476 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24.99
Balmer, Paul
STEPHANE GRAPPELLI:
A LIFE IN JAZZ
Shawnee Press (Chester, NY, 2009)
First Edition. The definitive biography of Grappelli
(1908-1997), the jazz violinist who rose to fame in the
famous jazz quintet which also included guitarist
Django Reinhardt. “A Life in Jazz” covers that
important era in detail, but is at its finest in chronicling
the latter part of Grappelli’s career, including his stints
with Duke Ellington, George Shearing and Oscar
Peterson; his encounters with Miles Davis, Gary
Burton, Paul Simon, Yehudi Menuhin, Dizzy
Gillespie, and Nigel Kennedy; and of course his
collaboration with Matt Glaser in writing the book
“Jazz Violin.” 432 p.
10067334 Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.95
Barrett, Don
DIGITAL PERFORMER 6 POWER!
The Comprehensive Guide
Course Technology PTR (Milwaukee, WI, 2009)
“Digital Performer 6 Power!: The Comprehensive
Guide” provides a versatile guide to setting up and
using the newest version of MOTU’s “Digital
Performer 6” audio/MIDI sequencing, editing, and
recording software. The book’s approach is one that
will simplify and demystify the technical aspects of
setting up and using “Digital Performer 6,” while also
supplying useful engineering tips and shortcuts to
help you get the most out of the program. Chapters
and sections progress naturally through the music
production process, from navigating the interface,
setting up projects, and recording, to working with
MIDI, editing, arranging, mixing, mastering, handling
music notation, and scoring to picture. Paper, 534 p.
10075303 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44.99
Blecha, Peter
New
SONIC BOOM!
The History of Northwest Rock, from “Louie,
Louie” to “Smells Like Teen Spirit”
Backbeat Books (New York, NY, 2009)
The compelling saga of how one backwater music
scene could produce such disparate mega-talented as
the “Ventures,” Jimi Hendrix, “Heart,” Robert Cray,
“Queensryche,” “Sir Mix-a-lot,” “Nirvana,” and the
legendary garage stompers, the “Sonics.” Includes
500 plus exclusive interviews with trailblazing DJ’s,
sound engineers, label founders, and the luminaries of
Northwest rock.
10069904 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19.99
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