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Emotion and Meaning in Music
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Leonard B. Meyer | University Of Chicago Press

Emotion and Meaning in Music

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Goodreads rating: 4.07

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If you've ever wondered about the powerhouse behind music's impact on our feelings, "Emotion and Meaning in Music" could really resonate with you. Leonard B. Meyer dives deep into the psychology and theory of music, making it a thought-provoking read that could illuminate the often mysterious connections between musical patterns and the emotions they provoke. If you're looking to enrich your understanding of music from its core, this might just change the way you listen to, perform, or even compose music.
The Oxford Dictionary of Music
Joyce Bourne, Michael Kennedy  | Oxford University Press

The Oxford Dictionary of Music

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Goodreads rating: 4.12

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Whether you're an aspiring musician or someone with a keen interest in understanding the nuances of music, "The Oxford Dictionary of Music" could be a treasure trove for you. It's packed with insightful details about composers across history, offering a rich context to their work. Imagine having a backstage pass into the world of music terminology and history; this book is precisely that.
The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Music - Thryft
Joyce Bourne, Michael Kennedy  | Oxford University Press

The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Music

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Goodreads rating: 4.11

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The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Music is an essential read for anyone interested in music. It has over 10,000 entries covering musical terms, works, composers, instruments, and more. It also includes comprehensive work-lists for major composers and generous coverage of living composers and performers. The most unique feature of this book is its up-to-date information on the latest trends in music. This book is perfect for a musician, music enthusiast, or student.
Devotion - Thryft
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Patti Smith | Yale University Press

Devotion

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Goodreads rating: 3.85

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If you're intrigued by the mystique of artistry, "Devotion" is something special. Patti Smith, a revered artist and writer, invites you into her world, offering a rare look at the intimate details of her creative process. As you read, you'll find yourself on a personal trek through inspiring locales, mingling with the spirits of literary greats. It's not just a book; it's a window into the soul of creation itself.
Greek Art - Thryft
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Mark D. Fullerton | Cambridge University Press

Greek Art

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Goodreads rating: 3.67

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This book would be a good read for anyone interested in delving into the captivating world of Greek art. With its fresh perspective on the political, social, and religious significance of Greek art, it offers valuable insights into the cultural context and craftsmanship of this classical era. Through its focus on the relationship between visual and narrative history, it unveils how art played a pivotal role in the construction of meaning and the conveyance of personal and communal identity. Whether you are an art enthusiast or history buff, this book is sure to captivate and enlighten you.
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George Michael Sinclair Kennedy | Oxford University Press

The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Music

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Goodreads rating: 4.11

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This book is a must-have for music enthusiasts, with its concise yet extensive coverage of musical history, including a focus on the development of music in the twentieth century. It also provides valuable insights into early music and ethnomusicology. Whether you are a student, musician, or simply passionate about music, this dictionary will be an invaluable resource for expanding your knowledge and understanding of the musical world.
The Beethoven Quartet Companion - Thryft
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Robert Martin, Robert Winter  | University Of California Press

The Beethoven Quartet Companion

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Goodreads rating: 4.04

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While the Beethoven string quartets are to chamber music what the plays of Shakespeare are to drama, even seasoned concertgoers will welcome guidance with these personal and sometimes enigmatic works.This collection offers Beethoven lovers both detailed notes on the listening experience of each quartet and a stimulating range of more general Who has the quartets' audience been? How were the quartets performed before the era of sound recordings? What is the relationship between "classical" and "romantic" in the quartets? How was their reception affected by social and economic history? What sorts of interpretive decisions are made by performers today?The Companion brings together a matchless group of Beethoven experts. Joseph Kerman is perhaps the world's most renowned Beethoven scholar. Robert Winter, an authority on sketches for the late quartets, has created interactive programs regarded as milestones in multimedia publishing. Maynard Solomon has written an acclaimed biography of Beethoven. Leon Botstein is the conductor of the American Symphony Orchestra as well as a distinguished social historian and college president. Robert Martin writes from his experience as cellist of the Sequoia Quartet. And the book is anchored by the program notes of Michael Steinberg, who has served as Artistic Advisor of the San Francisco Symphony and the Minnesota Orchestra.
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Joyce Bourne, Michael Kennedy  | Oxford University Press

The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Music

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Goodreads rating: 4.11

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When The Oxford Dictionary of Music first appeared, it was hailed by Music and Musicians as "without question the most comprehensive, detailed, reliable one-volume reference work on music now available in the English language." Fully revised and updated for this new edition, The Concise OxfordDictionary of Music, Fourth Edition is a rich mine of information for lovers of music of all periods and styles, providing over 10,000 entries on musical terms, works, composers, librettists, musicians, singers, and orchestras. The dictionary's coverage is exceptional, providing comprehensivework-lists for major composers, detailed entries on living composers and performers, important ballets and operas, as well as descriptions of musical instruments and their histories.Written to appeal to general readers, musicians and musicologists alike, this volume is an indispensable addition to the reference shelf of the concert goer, the opera buff, the record buyer, or anyone involved in music, whether amateur or professional.
Art of the Deal : Contemporary Art in a Global Financial Market - Thryft
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Noah Horowitz | Princeton University Press

Art of the Deal : Contemporary Art in a Global Financial Market

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Goodreads rating: 3.62

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An eye-opening look at collecting and investing in today’s art marketArt today is defined by its relationship to money as never before. Prices have been driven to unprecedented heights, conventional boundaries within the art world have collapsed, and artists think ever more strategically about how to advance their careers. Art is no longer simply made, but packaged, sold, and branded. In Art of the Deal , Noah Horowitz exposes the inner workings of the contemporary art market, explaining how this unique economy came to be, how it works, and where it's headed. In a new postscript, Horowitz reflects on the market’s continued ascent as well as its most urgent challenges.
Unsung Voices - Opera And Musical Narrative In The Nineteenth Century - Thryft
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Carolyn Abbate | Princeton University Press

Unsung Voices - Opera And Musical Narrative In The Nineteenth Century

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Who "speaks" to us in The Sorcerer's Apprentice, in Wagner's operas, in a Mahler symphony? In asking this question, Carolyn Abbate opens nineteenth-century operas and instrumental works to new interpretations as she explores the voices projected by music. The nineteenth-century metaphor of music that "sings" is thus reanimated in a new context, and Abbate proposes interpretive strategies that "de-center" music criticism, that seek the polyphony and dialogism of music, and that celebrate musical gestures often marginalized by conventional music analysis.
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Michael Kennedy | Oxford University Press

The Concise Oxford Dictionary Of Music

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Goodreads rating: 4.11

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This book is a great resource for music enthusiasts who want to deepen their understanding of musical terminology. Its concise format makes it easy to find definitions quickly, and the biographical sketches of musicians and composers add a nice touch of context to the text. Overall, it's an informative guide for those looking to expand their knowledge of the world of music.
Music of the Middle Ages: Volume 1 - Thryft
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Steven Botterill, Giulio Cattin  | Cambridge University Press

Music of the Middle Ages: Volume 1

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This book is a must-read for anyone who wants a comprehensive understanding of the monophonic music of the Middle Ages. Giulio Cattin provides a detailed exploration of the birth and evolution of Christian chant, as well as the development of secular music in various languages. With the author's authority and accessible writing style, this book brings to life the rich musical traditions that form the basis of Europe's musical heritage. You'll also find intriguing chapters on early instrumental music and the philosophy of ars musica.
Bach: The Goldberg Variations - Thryft
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Peter Williams | Cambridge University Press

Bach: The Goldberg Variations

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Goodreads rating: 3.76

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Bach's spectacular Goldberg Variations represent a high point in the repertory of keyboard music, particularly for the harpsichord. This book takes a detailed look at how these variations originated, especially in relation to all Bach's ClavierÜbung volumes and late keyboard works, what their exceptionally intricate plan is, what kind of impact they have had, and how their mysterious beauty has been created. This guide to what was at the time the largest and most carefully conceived single work of keyboard music will appeal to students, performers and listeners.