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New in paperback! This book comes at a time when opera-lovers, singers, directors, and critics alike are taking a new look at the dramatic soprano heroines created by Giuseppe Verdi and Giacomo Puccini, endeavoring to delve beyond inherited scholarly interpretation and gain a richer understanding of these compelling female characters. Artistically limited by the bel canto musical tradition popular at the time, Verdi launched a new style dramma per musica which also demanded a new soprano archetype. This book illustrates the musical evolution of the Verdi and Puccini soprano while illuminating the dramatic scope and power of these great heroines. Avoiding critical reductionism, Verdi and Puccini Heroines provides an unprecedented and probing discussion of how these great soprano roles were conceived and executed. Accordingly, the authors take a three-dimensional look at these heroines, examining seven operas: Il Trovatore, La Forza del Destino, Aida, La Boheme, Tosca, Madama Butterfly, and Turandot. The chapters, which are fully self-contained analyses, contain translations, illustrative musical examples, supplementary notes, and references to each opera's literary sources. The musical analysis, while thorough, is descriptive and accessible to all levels of readers.

A timeless classic. Includes 8,200 songs in 818 lists for nine voice classifications; indexed by composer, title, vocal range, and publisher. The complete work represents the living song repertoire of today drawn from recital programs, recordings, broadcasts, telecasts, and other sources, and is comprised of Part I: Coloratura, Lyric and Dramatic Soprano, Part II: Mezzo Soprano and Contralto, Part III: Lyric and Dramatic Tenor, and Part IV: Baritone and Bass.

The classical music of Iraq, known as Iraqi Maqam, features classical and vernacular poetry sung by a virtuoso soloist and accompanied by a small instrumental ensemble. It is a remarkably cosmopolitan art, sharing many features with neighboring classical traditions, particularly Iranian. Its repertoire consists of orally transmitted, multi-sectioned compositions, performed with some flexibility regarding ornamentation, arrangement and development. Focusing on the period between 1930-1980, this reference offers the first comprehensive view of the musical contents of the repertoire-scalar structure, melodic materials and overall form-through various tables and musical transcriptions. This reference consolidates information from prominent Iraqi sources and draws upon a selection of recordings by master musicians, including Rashid Qundarchi and Yusuf Omar. An introductory section provides a brief overview of pan-Middle Eastern modal theory along with an outline of the terminology, theory and practices specific to Iraqi Maqam. The main section of the work is a catalog of 40 maqams that constitute the central core of the contemporary repertoire.The Repertoire of Iraqi Maqam aims to foster a better musical understanding of a relatively little known tradition, promote further research, and enhance appreciative listening to this inspiring facet of Iraqi culture.

Now in paperback! Cloth edition 0-8108-2964-9 originally published in 1995.

Develop music appreciation among your students with folk songs, rhythmic poems, stories with musical themes, and picture books with strong musical links. Designed for teaching flexibility, these lessons can be adapted according to a teacher's level of musical proficiency and time limitations. Sections cover rhythm, melody, form, instruments, music history, and dance forms, with lively activities that involve singing, playing instruments, chanting, and movement. These are perfect for the nonmusician who is teaching music as well as the seasoned music specialist.

"... This rock band, composed entirely of members with developmental disabilities, loves to put on a show, but boy can they get into fights, trouble, and sticky situations. Join their friend and honorary assistant manager Robbie as he introduces the band members and shows us how they're just like everyone else. From cafeteria food fights to relationship woes, Robbie finds himself immersed in an incredible adventure to get everyone onboard for the big concert while better understanding his new friends with special abilities. Junior high can be tough, but this group of rambunctious misfits is ready to entertain and loves to have a good time!"--

Packed with quotes, facts and photography, We Love Billie Eilish follows her meteoric rise from bedroom singer to global megastar.

Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online.Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content.The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers' story comprehension and develop vocabulary.Visit the Penguin Readers websiteExclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and answer keys.This book tells the story of Freddie Mercury, one of the greatest rock stars of all time. Learn about his early years as a shy young boy from Zanzibar. Discover how he became the lead singer of one of the most famous rock bands in history, Queen.

The sun shines bright in My Old Kentucky home! Come explore the hills, towns, and waterways of our beautiful commonwealth-- from Fulton to Pike County and everywhere in between. My Old Kentucky home is not so far away!

Follow this unique 2.5 metre fold-out timeline through the history of music from prehistoric flutes, through Mozart and Louis Armstrong to BTS and Beyonce

A whimsical color concept book that shares a little music history while teaching children all the colors of the rainbow.

A series of illustrated books specifically designed for children in elementary education, narrating the stories of those great historical figures who have left their mark on humanity in fields such as science, art, exploration, music, and other subjects.

Press the button and sing along to the tune of the Rainybow Song with Bing!

Pearl--a little gosling who loves to sing--joins the quaint world of Olivier Dunrea's Gossie&Friends in this preschool-friendly picture book about finding your voice.Pearl sings sleeping songs, slurping songs, quietly, and loudly, all over the farm--all day long. Pearl loves, loves, loves to sing! But what will she do when she loses her voice? Olivier Dunrea lends his signature charm to another preschool conundrum, and shows how the support of friends can help us get over a rough patch.

Musical instruments are fun to play and listen to! What instruments do you know? This is a beautifully illustrated book for 4-8 year old readers. Proceeds from this sale benefit nonprofit organisation Library For All, helping children around the world learn to read.

Drums are percussive instruments. There are many types of drums. This is a beautifully illustrated book for 4-8 year old readers. Proceeds from this sale benefit nonprofit organisation Library For All, helping children around the world learn to read.

Write notes in staff/stave line with this music composition notebook, ideal for songwriting, notating music, piano, guitar, violin, and other musical instruments. Perfect for students, study, practice lessons, or transcribing music. Great for beginners and boys and girls alike. Makes for a fantastic gift and a great teaching resource!

Blank Staff/Stave Paper for Children and Instruction & StudyWrite notes in staff/stave line with this music composition notebook, ideal for songwriting, notating music, piano, guitar, violin, and other musical instruments. Perfect for students, study, practice lessons, or transcribing music. Great for beginners and boys and girls alike. Makes for a fantastic gift and a great teaching resource!Features: IDEAL FOR STUDENTS, kids, teens, tweens, and everything in between MEASURES SQUARE 8.5 x 8.5 inches (21.59 x 21.59 cm) (Close to A4 size on one side) 100 PAGES of 6 Stave - Music Manuscript Standard 5 lines SIMPLE EMPTY interior with plenty of room to write in DURABLE matte finish cover

Blank Staff/Stave Paper for Children and Instruction & StudyWrite notes in staff/stave line with this music composition notebook, ideal for songwriting, notating music, piano, guitar, violin, and other musical instruments. Perfect for students, study, practice lessons, or transcribing music. Great for beginners and boys and girls alike. Makes for a fantastic gift and a great teaching resource!Features: IDEAL FOR STUDENTS, kids, teens, tweens, and everything in between MEASURES SQUARE 8.5 x 8.5 inches (21.59 x 21.59 cm) (Close to A4 size on one side) 100 PAGES of 6 Stave - Music Manuscript Standard 5 lines SIMPLE EMPTY interior with plenty of room to write in DURABLE matte finish cover

Trudy Matoody is the story of a little girl who loves to sing. One afternoon she takes a walk down to the pond and meets Bully Bullfrog, Jessica Ladybug, Kitty Kate, Gloria Goldfish and more. Just like Trudy they love to sing and become instant friends.Trudy Matoody is both educational and a fun read. It covers four important areas for the young reader- colors, animal recognition, rhythmic repetition, and the importance of friendship.Invite Trudy and her animal friends into your home today!       

Do you know how a guitar works? This is a beautifully illustrated book for 4-8 year old readers. Proceeds from this sale benefit nonprofit organisation Library For All, helping children around the world learn to read.