Books with title The Instruments of Music

This popular Lucent Books series has been updated to make music of all genres even more accessible, popular and culturally relevant in the 21st century; the set focuses on the history, music, musicians, and instruments behind specific musical styles.; This volume in The Music Library offers an updated version of the book originally published in 2003. The book will include important updates to the original text, a new back matter section (i.e., a glossary, bibliography of resources, and a list of recommended listening), and all new photos. Some important additions include a full chapter discussion of digital instruments in the twenty-first century with an emphasis on how synthesizers, samplers, drum machines, and computer effects such as auto-tune have taken on a greater role in chart-topping pop music; the rising popularity of the tuba in banda music in Mexico and Southern California in what is being called the “tuba revolution”; and additional information about country instruments such as the fiddle and standup bass. Each chapter will focus on the history of a different family of instruments – percussion, woodwinds, brass, strings, keyboards, and digital instruments.; This new edition of the popular Lucent Books series has been updated to make music of all genres even more accessible, popular and culturally relevant in the 21st century. The set focuses on the history, music, musicians, and instruments behind specific musical styles -- from blues to indie rock to rap and more. It also addresses music videos, the advent of digital music stores and new portable digital delivery systems. Each title provides a historical overview of the development of a specific music genre; explores the roots and influences of the genre and the key components that are definitive of the style; discusses the pioneers of the music; and considers the changes the genre has undergone from its inception to its present status on the world scene. Informative sidebars, a glossary of music terms, a selective discography, an annotated bibliography, and a subject index provide readers with additional tools for discussion and research.

Musical InstrumentsThis ingenious book allows children to hear over 70 musical instruments from around the world. Simply take one of the 4 cards (each features 9 words and pictures on each side) out of the envelope and insert it into the slot as instructed. Press 'go' and then press a picture to hear how the instrument sounds. Illustrations: Full colour throughout

This popular Lucent Books series has been updated to make music of all genres even more accessible, popular and culturally relevant in the 21st century; the set focuses on the history, music, musicians, and instruments behind specific musical styles.; This volume in The Music Library offers an updated version of the book originally published in 2003. The book will include important updates to the original text, a new back matter section (i.e., a glossary, bibliography of resources, and a list of recomm; This new edition of the popular Lucent Books series has been updated to make music of all genres even more accessible, popular and culturally relevant in the 21st century. The set focuses on the history, music, musicians, and instruments behind specific m

When Her Mother Died, She Inherited Her Secrets, Her Powers, Her Wealth...And Also Her Deadly Enemies…When fifteen-year-old Brie van Rossum finds herself halfway across the world, in a new private school after her mother’s death, she never expects to see an angel of a woman who looks almost exactly like her—who can move so fast that she disappears into thin air when Brie tries to get closer...Then, the most beautiful twins at school try to befriend Brie, but only because they are assigned to protect her from the supernatural Hallows and Nephilim of the Archworld, who would love to know where the last daughters of Michael are hiding so they can extinguish the royal bloodlines for good.Brie is surrounded by enemies on all sides—but she also has the magical powers and bloodline with which to fight and rule over them.She’ll have to learn to control the powers she’s been given first. Otherwise, the secret’s out—and the same people who might have murdered her mother will be coming for her next.She can’t tell her older brother what’s really going on, nor his handsome, athletic best friend, who seems to be closing in on the truth about who she is and what she can do.Not that she has time for romance when she’s fighting for her life.A broken family, a deadly secret, an impossible romance… Instruments of the Angels is the first book in Waters Dark and Deep, a young adult urban fantasy series (recommended for teens 14+).

Discover Series Books for Babies & Toddlers Foster a love of music with this new title in the Discover Series. Crisp, colorful photographs introduce children to musical instruments from around the world. Familiar instruments like piano and drums are paired with interesting images of sitar and trombones. Used as a jumpstart for interaction, Discover Series Picture Books are a great way to introduce new ideas, words and concepts to kids. Find More Great Options for Kindle Kids Books! Xist Publishing Children's Books Choose from over 180 illustrated children's books!