(Paperback)

A travel book about some of the most evocative American pop songs of the 50s and 60s and the colourful characters who created them. The place names may be familiar - Tulsa, Amarillo, El Paso, Galveston, Tallahatchie, Abilene, Wichita - but few ever visit them. Plus the classic music cities - New Orleans, Memphis, Detroit.

(Hardback)

The first authorised photo book on Yungblud, the striking new musical voice that's emerged for Gen-Z. Features exclusive and unseen photographs.

(Hardback)

A comprehensive exploration of B.B. King's journey from sharecropper to musical icon!

(Hardback)

The Biographics series presents an instant impression of David Bowie's life, work and fame, with an array of irresistible facts and figures converted into infographics to reveal the artist behind the music.

(Hardback)

A photographic tribute to Frances most lyrical, romantic, and poetic musical tradition.

(Hardback)

A definitive account of Cream at their peak during their two-month run at the Fillmore Auditorium and Winterland in San Francisco!

(Hardback, New edition)

Updated, expanded and richly detailed this new, text version of The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Opera examines the history and development of opera, from its roots in the theatrical choral dances of Ancient Greece, through the sublime compositions of Handel and Mozart and on to the groundbreaking works of Verdi, Wagner and beyond.

(Paperback)

Echoes from Hawaiki is a comprehensive account of taonga poro ancestral musical traditions and instrument-playing techniques. In this thoroughly researched, illustrated book, Jennifer Cattermole traces the origins and development of taonga poro, the stories they carry and how they connect present-day iwi with ancestral knowledge and traditions.

(Hardback)

(Hardback)

A book showcasing the legendary Fleetwood Mac blues session at Chicagos Chess Studios in January 1969!

(Hardback)

(Spiral bound, New edition)

This guide focuses on technique for guitarists of all levels with guidance on general notation, timing and rhythm, as well as a broad selection of useful strumming patterns to try. Also included are basic chord charts and examples of different strumming styles, with tips on altering, adapting and combining them.

(Paperback)

Published to mark the fortieth anniversary of the founding of Flying Nun Records in Otautahi Christchurch, Hellzapoppin'! brings together original artwork and design, film, record covers, posters and photography from the label's early years.

(Paperback, 3rd edition)

(Paperback)

The benefits of music are monumental! Ukuleles are the perfect first instrument for kids to learn to play, and this book will show them why and how. Filled with basic instructions for holding positions, tuning, basic chords, and more, children will then learn and practice 25 songs, games, and activities.

(Paperback, 2nd edition)

With the help of this book and companion CD, anyone can learn to play the ukulele overnight. No prior musical experience is assumed! Includes CD with practice exercises.

(Hardback)

A first-ever backstage pass to Moulin Rouge! The Musical and its ten-year journey to Broadway, with contributions from the creative team, cast, and crew and featuring interviews with the film's creators Baz Luhrmann and Catherine Martin and up-to-the-minute photography from the show's triumphant 2021 return to Broadway.

(Hardback)

The pages of this book map an atlas of musical cities, from Rio de Janeiro to Seoul, that have made a notable and significant contribution, and bring them to life through the stories of their most important experiences.

(Paperback)

The author of Cigar Box Guitars shares his amazing photo gallery of handmade musical greatness. Obsessed with Cigar Box Guitars, 2nd Edition includes a new step-by-step project for building your own tenor ukulele, and instructions for playing homemade guitars using both innovative and traditional techniques.

(Paperback, New edition)

20 chords per key, organised as a chord per page, this is a simple, compact solution for anyone learning the guitar or needing a quick reminder. Great for beginners, and for those playing with others needing a straightforward reference.

(Paperback, New edition)

Left and right-hand chords, organised as a chord per spread, this is a simple, compact solution for anyone learning the keyboard or needing a quick reminder. Great for beginners, and for those playing with others needing a straightforward reference.

(Paperback, New edition)

20 chords per key, organised as a chord per page, this is a simple, compact solution for anyone learning the guitar or needing a quick reminder. Great for beginners, and for those playing with others needing a straightforward reference.

(Paperback)

(Spiral bound, New edition)

All great solos have their roots in scales. A solid grounding across the keys knowing your Harmonic Minor from your Melodic, understanding the diffference between a Pentatonic Major or Minor scale with practice for good muscle memory will make your guitar sing like a guitar heros! With notation and TAB.