That this guide exists is testament to the love of Hawaiian music that drives these collectors. Grant's seminal attempt to sort and list known major or of particular-interest Hawaiian music record collections both past and present is a commendable part of keeping this history and music alive. Listed in alphabetical order, surname first. Comb-bound, 31 pp.
676-1
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$3.50
ACOUSTIC GUITAR - AN HISTORICAL LOOK AT THE COMPOSITION, CONSTRUCTION, AND EVOLUTION OF ONE OF THE WORLD'S MOST BELOVED INSTRUMENTS
by Frank Ford, Michael Simmons, Richard Johnston & Teja Gerken
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Foreword by C.F. Martin IV. How do you tell the difference between a great and not-so-great guitar? How much of the sound is determined by the woods and how much by building style? How much money do you have to spend to get a guitar that matches your style and skill level? This book seeks to answer these questions by helping you understand how guitar designs differ, how they sound and even what their origins are. Nearly every type of acoustic guitar is discussed with an emphasis on steel-string flattops, classical and archtop guitars. Each chapter covers an individual part of the instrument's construction. Includes a guide to care and maintenance, a section on common repairs, and a 16 page color section with historically significant instruments. 376 pp.
49-331185
$18.95
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AFFORDABLE AXES AND COOL AMPS FOR THE SLIDE GUITARIST/HARP PLAYER
by Pete Sheridan
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If you play slide guitar as well as harp, or you're just looking for that choice old blues tone, this is your guide to finding a guitar/amp combo. Gives you a detailed study of American-made "low end" guitars and amps of yesteryear that keep the blues alive today. Electric and acoustic axes (both archtop and flat top), pickup systems, and the American "house brand" industry of the 1930s through the 1970s (listed with their manufacturer and distributor) are discussed in detail. Amps you never heard of, but will be glad you did! Includes a special section on blues mandolin: players, their instruments and a discography; plus mandolins, mandolin pickups and tunings. With over 60 b&w illustrations and many cool reprints of fascinating advertisements from the 40s, 50s and 60s. Comb-bound. 103 pp.
695-2
$20.00
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ALL MUSIC GUIDE REQUIRED LISTENING - CLASSIC ROCK
edited by Vladimir Genin
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ON SALE!! SAVE $8.45!! From Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, and Bruce Springsteen to the Beatles, the Who, and the Rolling Stones, this is the ultimate guide to rock & roll's most enduring artists. It's all here: 1000 expert reviews of the most famous rock albums and the forgotten jewels from the classic rock vaults. This grab-and-go book is an experience in itself, with iconic album art, inspiring reviews, and quick-reference artist, song, and album lists, making it an indispensable tool for building a no-risk album collection. 271 pp.
49-331779
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ANALOG MAN'S GUIDE TO VINTAGE EFFECTS
by Tom Hughes
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Every facet has been gathered: vintage effects history, guide to manufacturers, effects technology, interviews with major designers and manufacturers, photos, FAQs, the state of the stompbox today and its future. Covers many rare pedals, as well as the majors in depth. First-rate production, with coated paper and full color; catalog reprints, lots of black & white photos, an effects directory, more. A great book by some of the most knowledgeable folks around. 280 pp.
640-1
$47.95
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BETWEEN THE STRINGS: THE SECRET LIVES OF GUITARS
by John Schroeter, intro. by B.B. King
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100 stories of life with the guitar, by an astonishing group of musicians: Johnny Cash, Peppino D'Agostino, Kathy Mattea, Bob Weir, Randy Bachman, Vince Gill, Taj Mahal, Keola Beamer, Doc Watson, Jack White, Chet Atkins, The Edge, Les Paul, many many more. Distilled down to the artist and the guitar: the first guitar, the one that got run over, that miraculously returned years later, that he dove into a flood to save, that saved his life, that sounded great even with the hole in the top; the names, and stories of the guitars that have shared their lives. Recommended! 350 pp.
02-20913
$18.95
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CONVERSATIONS WITH GREAT JAZZ AND STUDIO GUITARISTS
by Jim Carleton
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In-depth interviews with 22 of the industry's most notable guitar players. Carlton's candid conversations render astute insight into revered jazz guitarists, the history and development of jazz guitar, and the studio scene that flourished during its Golden Era to the present day. It's a book brimming with behind-the-scenes anecdotes, little-known vignettes and the stories behind many hit recordings. An often hilarious book that conveys the sense of humor and iconoclasm that's so prevalent among great artists. 288 pp.
02-20959
$24.99
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DON'T GET TAKEN - TAKE CONTROL, 12 THINGS EVERY MUSICIAN NEEDS TO KNOW
by Tom Sabella
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ON SALE!! SAVE $3.95!! As a musician, it is important to be aware that you are a businessman as well as an artist in order to make and keep your money. This book gives practical advice in 12 essential areas every musician needs to know: Leadership, Manageability, Building Relationships, Goal Setting, Knowledge, Business Basics, Business Savvy, Get Connected, The Power of a Press Kit, Advertising and Public Relations, Know Your Audience and Merchandising and Distribution. "(Tom) has provided guide lines and advice that I wish I would have had when I started in the music business." - Phil Keaggy. 115 pp.
699-1
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$6.00
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FINGER FITNESS - THE ART OF FINGER CONTROL
with Greg Irwin
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A multitude of hand exercises that will benefit any guitarist, bassist, keyboardist or anyone who works extensively with their hands. This program takes an athletic approach to hand conditioning to build strength, dexterity, coordination, and independence. Clear photos of each exercise. Spiralbound, 80 pp.
553-1
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FLYING BURRITO BROTHERS - THE GILDED PALACE OF SIN
by Bob Proehl
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The album "Gilded Palace of Sin" was released in 1968, and was a commercial disappointment. Nearly 40 years later front man Gram Parsons is still spoken of as the patron saint of alt-country, emblazoned with a shining cross, dead at 26. Overshadowed by Parsons, this album remains an anomaly in the country rock genre, a map in miniature of a moment in music, and warrants discussion as more than part of the Parsons legacy. Quarter-size, 122 pp.
542-208
$10.95
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GAS! LIVING WITH GUITAR ACQUISITION SYNDROME
by Jay Wright
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A hilarious, tongue-in-cheek book for guitar players and collectors who suffer from Guitar Acquisition Syndrome. Contains insights, tips, confessions, and stories from over 200 "afflicted" enthusiasts from 23 countries. The perfect all-occasion gift for any guitar enthusiast. 185 pp.
665-1
$16.50
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GUITAR MAN: A SIX-STRING ODYSSEY
by Will Hodgkinson
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A novice guitar fanatic's hilarious and heartwarming quest to learn to play guitar well enough to perform a concert - in six months! His trip becomes an odyssey: he chats with British folk legend Bert Jansch, ex-Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr, reclusive folk guitar legend Davey Graham, more. He travels to America, visits Roger McGuinn from the Byrds. He continues to the deep South, looking for the spirit of Robert Johnson, and drops in on T-Model Ford, an old bluesman living in Mississippi. Gloriously readable. 292 pp.
542-149
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GYPSY JAZZ: IN SEARCH OF DJANGO REINHARDT AND THE SOUL OF GYPSY SWING
by Michael Dregni
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A vagabond music, Gypsy jazz is played today in French Gypsy bars, Romany encampments, on religious pilgrimages, and increasingly, on the world's greatest concert stages. Beginning with Django Reinhardt, Dregni follows the music as it courses through caravans on the edge of Paris, along the Gypsy pilgrimage route to Les Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, and finally to the new era of international Gypsy stars such as Bireli Lagrene, Boulou Ferre, Dorado Schmitt, and Django's own grandchildren, David Reinhardt and Dallas Baumgartner. Hardcover.
542-201
$27.95
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HEALTHY STRING PLAYING - PHYSICAL WELLNESS TIPS FROM THE PAGES OF STRINGS MAGAZINE
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String players account for the highest percentage of chronic and acute performance-related injuries. You can avoid stress and injury by practicing healthy string playing. The articles collected here address issues such as repetitive stress injury, tension-free bowing tips, performance anxiety, playing hurt, and treatment options, with chapters on exercise, stretching, Pilates, yoga, and other wellness topics. With helpful tips from performers, teachers, students, and doctors to keep you playing your best. 159 pp.
49-695955
$14.95
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HOW TO BE YOUR OWN BOOKING AGENT - THE MUSICIAN'S & PERFORMING ARTIST'S GUIDE TO SUCCESSFUL TOURING, REVISED 2ND EDITION, 6TH PRINTING
by Jeri Goldstein
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This award-winning, unique, step-by-step guide and resource is packed with helpful hot tips, savvy advice from industry professionals, realistic methods and action plans. Topics include the art of negotiating, tour booking, managing the road, making good cold calls, accessing the media, how to develop a press kit, funding sources, when to quit your day job, more. This completely updated edition provides current information about immigration regulations for touring artists, new advances in digital and electronic press kits, web design basics, fully updated resource sections following every chapter including recommended books, directories, websites, businesses, more, plus worksheets and a variety of forms you can copy for your own use. 492 pp.
477-1
$29.97
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HOW TO MAKE A BAND WORK
by Pete Wernick
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Good advice on getting gigs, promotional materials, band organization & harmony, stage presentation, recording agents, touring, concessions, song publishing & performing rights societies. Created especially for bluegrass/acoustic performers. 140 pp.
47-3
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HOW TO SUCCEED AS A FEMALE GUITARIST: THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE FOR WORKING IN A MALE-DOMINATED INDUSTRY
by Vivian Clement
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Book/CD set. Avoid the 20 common mistakes women make! Gain insightful tips and information about business, gear, performance and interpersonal relations - as well as important music lessons and exercises to improve your chord playing, songwriting, soloing and general musicianship. Interviews with Lisa Loeb, Allison Robertson of The Donnas and Alexx Calise. 95 pp.
20-26052
$19.95
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HOW TO YODEL: LESSONS TO TICKLE YOUR TONSILS
by Wylie Gustafson, Robert Paul Payne
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Book/CD set. Lessons, tips, techniques, and music needed to get that long-awaited degree in the high art of yodeling, and bask in the attention of adoring fans and lovesick coyotes. Simple instructions, illustrations, and examples combined with the CD make it easy to learn. Renowned country music artist and original Yahoo yodeler Wylie shares lessons, trivia, quotes, history, and other tidbits about yodeling, complete with hilarious sidebars.
542-183
$9.95
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LEVON HELM'S MIDNIGHT RAMBLE
photographs by Paul LaRaia, foreword by Levon Helm
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The official record of the incredible down-home jam sessions held by Levon Helm, the charismatic drummer, singer, and sometimes mandolin player for The Band. Accompanying the spectacular photos are testimonials and remembrances from the notable entertainers and musicians who have joined the Ramble: Emmylou Harris, Elvis Costello, Allison Krauss, Jimmy Vivino, Little Sammy Davis, lots more. Hardcover. 252 pp.
49-332744
$30.00
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MUSIC MAKES YOUR CHILD SMARTER
by Philip Sheppard
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ON SALE!! SAVE $11.45!! Book/CD pack. Immediately the author makes three assertions: 1. Music can have a profound, positive effect on your child's mental and physical development, 2. Every child is musical, 3. Listening to music is beneficial, but making music is better still. The book is divided into two sections: Section 1 shows how music has been shown to improve childrens' mental and physical development, language skills, math ability, social skills, memory, teamwork skills, self-expression and creativity. Section 2 is a practical guide for involving your child in music. Covers: first songs to sing (lyrics included), movement songs, action songs, interactive songs, songs for rocking, songs for bouncing, playing your first instruments, making instruments with your children (with instructions and diagrams). The 53-track CD includes recordings of songs referenced in the book, music for movement, more. Hardcover. 347 pp.
01-951689
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MUSIC MAKES YOUR CHILD SMARTER
by Philip Sheppard
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Book/CD pack. Immediately the author makes three assertions: 1. Music can have a profound, positive effect on your child's mental and physical development, 2. Every child is musical, 3. Listening to music is beneficial, but making music is better still. The book is divided into two sections: Section 1 shows how music has been shown to improve childrens' mental and physical development, language skills, math ability, social skills, memory, teamwork skills, self-expression and creativity. Section 2 is a practical guide for involving your child in music. Covers: first songs to sing (lyrics included), movement songs, action songs, interactive songs, songs for rocking, songs for bouncing, playing your first instruments, making instruments with your children (with instructions and diagrams). The 53-track CD includes recordings of songs referenced in the book, music for movement, more. Softcover. 347 pp.
01-952723
$19.95
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POGUES: RUM, SODOMY & THE LASH
by Jeffrey T. Roesgen
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To absorb "Rum, Sodomy, & The Lash" is to be taken on a wild voyage with a cast of downtrodden revolutionaries. This book discusses, in the form of a sea-faring narrative, the record's articulation of what it is to be magnificently trodden. It shows that what the Pogues created is far more than pub-room music created by drunken men wallowing in Irish nostalgia and pining for something subversive. Half-size, 117 pp.
542-222
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R. CRUMB'S HEROES OF BLUES, JAZZ, & COUNTRY
by Stephen Calt, David Jasen, R. Crumb, intro. by Terry Zwigoff
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A collection based on the trading card sets created by Crumb in the 1980s. These are packaged with a 21-track CD selected by Crumb, featuring original recordings by Charley Patton, Dock Boggs, "Jelly Roll" Morton and others. The CD is divided into "Heroes Of The Blues," "Pioneers Of Country Music," and "Early Jazz Greats." A brief biography of each musician is provided, along with a full-color original illustration by Crumb. Hardcover, 240 pp.
542-156
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SCOTTISH FIDDLERS AND THEIR MUSIC
by Mary Anne Alburger
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A history of the art, with photographs and music examples - over 100 complete reels, strathspeys, laments and slow airs. Alburger documents the development of the tradition for more than half a millennium, from the fiddlers on James IV's payroll, through the manuscript and published collections of the 17th century to the traditional players and composers of the 20th century. Extended treatment is given to such outstanding composers as Niel and Nathaniel Gow, William Marshall, Simon Fraser and James Scott Skinner. Intermediate. 256 p
02-25
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SECRETS ALL GUITAR PLAYERS SHOULD KNOW, 2nd EDITION
by Dave Cavanagh
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Hundreds of useful tips from a professional player and repairman with 35 years experience. With just the right amount of humor he fills you in on such things as tuning tricks, copyright info, guitar buying, stage presence, traveling tips, care and feeding, action adjustments, strings, intonation, tone, fret wear, practicing, guitar parts, and lots more. Straight answers for all those nagging questions you have about your guitar! This updated edtion includes a new chapter on 12-string guitars and a table of stringed instrument tunings and string sizes. From autoharp to zither, if you know the name of the instrument you can find out what notes to tune it to and the sizes of missing strings! 65 pp.
643-1
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TEACHING GUITAR
by Jody Fisher
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Book/CD set. Indepth guide to making a living as a professional guitar teacher. Written by a seasoned pro, it contains teaching tips, musical examples, and business advice for optimizing personal income while developing a career as both a teacher and musician. The enhanced CD - which works as software - has backing tracks, sample forms for bookkeeping and tracking student progress, more.
20-22916
$17.95
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THE BEST MUSICIANS' JOKES
by Bruno Kassel & Carlo May
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What's the difference between a Stratocaster and a Les Paul? A Stratocaster burns hotter: a Les Paul burns longer. More than 500 hilarious jokes about musicians and their respective genres; foreword written by drummer Pete York. 112 pp.
02-21170
$9.95
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THE BEST OF STUNTOLOGY
by Sam Bartlett
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Forget YouTube. Now you can amuse and embarrass yourself live, by performing the silliest, stupidest, funniest pranks and parlor tricks right in the comfort of your own living room. Or better yet, at any fancy restaurant, cocktail party, classroom, or business meeting. Created by mando and banjo player Sam Bartlett, Stuntology is a collection of more than 300 off-the-wall stunts, each illustrated step-by-step in a charmingly folk-art comic-strip style. Here's the Open a Beer with Your Eye Socket Stunt. The Balance a Teacup on the Point of a Knife Stunt. The Eat Like a Lizard Stunt (best performed at an important lunch meeting). And a Salami Stunt, not to be tried unless you are profoundly bored. This is a funny, funny book--goofy, inspired, and filled with an irresistible irreverence. 328 pp.
705-2
$12.95
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THE DAILY ADVENTURES OF MIXERMAN
by Mixerman
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Mixerman is a recording engineer working with a famous producer on the debut album of an unknown band with a giant recording budget. Mixerman is supposed to be writing about recording techniques, but somehow he has hit upon a gripping story. The band consists of the four most dislikable human beings you can imagine. All four of them hate each other's guts, and they haven't even been on tour yet. Mixerman takes you through the recording process with a band in over their heads and a record producer also in over his head. Many find Mixerman's diary entries side-splittingly funny. Some find them maddening. Others say they are the most despicable accountings of record-making ever documented. Hardcover. 427 pp.
49-332789
$24.99
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THE GUITAR PICKUP HANDBOOK - THE START OF YOUR SOUND
by Dave Hunter
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Book/CD pack. For every electric guitarist, an exhaustive tonal guide to this essential component. Designed to help you navigate the multitude of pickup choices and find the one that's right for you. Includes detailed specifications for each model discussed. Traces the history of the pickup from the 1920s to today, explaining magnet type, size, and structure, the different types of coils, and how different designs affect sound. Profiles of the "big four" manufacturers - Gibson, Fender, Rickenbacker and Gretsch - along with overviews of more than 20 other guitar and pickup makers including Alembic, Joe Barden, Bare Knuckle, Burns, Dearmond, DiMarzio, Seymour Duncan, EMG, Lindy Fralin, Lace, more. Plus interviews with leading makers and a CD with sample sounds of the pickups scrutinized. 256 pp.
49-331935
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THE GUITAR PLAYER BOOK: ARTISTS, HISTORY, STYLES, TECHNIQUE, AND GEAR
by Mike Molenda, foreword by Les Paul
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ON SALE!! SAVE $11.45!! An encyclopedic reference for guitarists. Includes valuable information for improving your playing and exclusive interviews with masters such as Chet Atkins, Duane Allman, Jimi Hendrix, Frank Zappa, more. 224 pp.
542-132
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THE GUITARIST'S GUIDE TO FINGERNAILS
by Rico Stover
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A concise, clear picture of the fingernail, its anatomy, health; how to obtain strong, healthy nails and what products to buy. Includes an analysis of all currently available artificial nail systems (acrylics, wraps, gels and glue on tips) with a discussion of the potential health risks involved. Introduces a revolutionary new artificial nail system that is nontoxic, removable yet effective, with no risks to the health of your natural fingernail. 28 pp.
02-21258
$9.95
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THE MUSIC LESSON: A SPIRITUAL SEARCH FOR GROWTH THROUGH MUSIC
by Victor Wooten
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From Grammy Award-winning musical icon and legendary bassist Victor L. Wooten - an inspiring parable of Music, Life, and the difference between playing all the right notes ... and feeling them. This journey with the teacher who taught him about Music will inspire you to grow as a musician and a better person. Wooten reveals the laws of sound, vibration, rhythm & creation in ways that help unlock the musical being in each of us. Half-size. 273 pp.
542-197
$15.00
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THE NATURAL CLASSICAL GUITAR: PRINCIPLES OF EFFORTLESS PLAYING
by Lee F. Ryan
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An excellent book designed to help guitarists release tension and get the most out of their playing. Chapters include "Mind Over Fingers," "The Ten Principles of Effortless Playing," "Natural Concentration," "Sharing Your Enjoyment of Music," more. Over 120 illustrations and musical examples. 290 pp.
24-70
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THE PAT METHENY INTERVIEWS
by Richard Niles
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Pat Metheny is one of the most acclaimed, successful, and significant artists of the last 50 years. Taken from the BBC radio series "Pat Metheny - Bright Size Life," this book is comprised of interviews and discussions with Metheny, who: reveals why he was driven toward music; uncovers the inner workings of his creative mind, showing step by step how he set and achieved each of his own goals; describes his methodology as a guitarist, improviser, and composer; and demonstrates his concepts and methodologies on the guitar, performances which are transcribed for the book. Includes numerous photographs and a full discography. 161 pp.
49-332851
$19.99
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THE ULTIMATE CHRISTMAS MUSIC COMPANION FACT BOOK
by Dale Nobbman
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ON SALE!! SAVE $11.45!! Comprehensive biographical sketches of the men and women who wrote, composed, and translated the most famous traditional Christmas songs of all time. Their true-life stories and achievements are fascinating and inspirational for anyone wanting to know more about the people behind the music. 151 pp.
49-101178
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THE VIOLIN MAKER: FINDING A CENTURIES OLD TRADITION IN A BROOKLYN WORKSHOP
by John Marchese
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Celebrated Brooklyn violin-maker Sam Zygmuntowicz recently accepted a challenging commission from violinist Eugene Drucker of the Emerson String Quartet: to make a new violin that would equal Drucker's beloved Stradivarius. This documents their collaboration, capturing the exacting scrape-by-scrape process. Along the way Marchese goes on a pilgrimage to Stradivarius's hometown of Cremona and delves into the secrets behind the maestro's incomparable sound. Was it the wood? The varnish? He suggests a more prosaic, if no less marvelous, possibility - that the genius of craftsmanship resides not in magic ingredients or arcane techniques, but simply in taking infinite, exhausting pains with the work. Written in a free-flowing style based on interviews and observation. Hardcover, 222 pp.
542-162
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UKULELE PLAYERS GUIDE
by L.A. White, Jr.
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A compendium of useful information for those who have advanced beyond the beginner stage. Includes: buying & repairing used instruments, royalty-free music, sheet-music & recordings, converting guitar chords to ukulele chords, basic music theory, why White believes you need at least four ukes, much more. Lots of history wrapped around invaluable lists, advice, more. Half-size, 209 pp.
664-1
$19.95
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VOICES IN JAZZ GUITAR: GREAT PERFORMERS TALK ABOUT THEIR APPROACH TO PLAYING
by Joe Barth
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A thoroughly researched book on jazz guitar. Barth's methodical approach to interviewing jazz guitar icons is impressive and his ability to maintain easy rapport with each artist is masterful. Features John Abercrombie, Howard Alden, Jimmy Bruno, Larry Coryell, Al DiMeola, Sid Jacobs, Pat Metheny, Pearl Django, Leni Stern, many more. A great addition to jazz guitar canon and a must-have for aspiring jazz musicians serious about our great American art form. 488 pp.
02-21133
$29.95
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WHAT WOULD KINKY DO? HOW TO UNSCREW A SCREWED UP WORLD
by Kinky Friedman
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A collection of his best essays from his columns, as well as brand new essays on the current state of the nation. Hilariously raunchy, sometimes poignant, and always insightful. With fearless wit and wisdom born from many a late night's experience, Kinky offers both pearls and cowpats that touch on life, death, and everything in between. He invokes Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Judy Garland, George Bush, and other cultural touchstones; reflects on Texas etiquette, smoking in bars, mullet haircuts, immigration policy; advises on how to deliver the perfect air kiss, and what to do when a redneck hollers, "Hey y'all, watch this!" Hardcover, 268 pp.
542-202
$23.95
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YOU ARE YOUR INSTRUMENT - THE DEFINITIVE MUSICIAN'S GUIDE TO PRACTICE AND PERFORMANCE
by Julie Lyonn Lieberman
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ON SALE!! SAVE $8.95!! This unique guide helps musicians: open up new avenues of expression through a pain-free, healthy fluid approach to music-making; overcome performance anxiety, general tension, and muscular injury; and increase learning skills. 152pp.
309-11
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