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In Year by Year in the Rock Era, Herb Hendler chronicles the evolution of rock from its inception in 1954 until its wane in the early 1980s through a year-by-year breakdown of the progression of musical events--the artists, groups, songs, dances, and LPs that rocked the youth generation for nearly three decades.

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Gorgeously illustrated and authoritatively written, Fender Telecaster 75 Years is the officially licensed celebration of one of the world's most beloved electric guitars.

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What can a bagpipe, a fiddle or a harpsichord tell us about national culture and identity Each country has a different story to tell, and Scotland's story has not yet been told. This book traces the cultural and social history of musical instruments in Scotland.

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From the bestselling author andformer BBCQIElf comes a fascinating and beautifully illustrated journey through the entire history of music. In The Madmans Orchestra, join Edward Brooke-Hitching as he lifts the curtain on the strangest episodes from the entire history of music, taking us on a backstage tour of surprising and eccentric stories.

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An in-depth look at the invention and evolution of the electric guitar.

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Playing Piano for Pleasure is a minor classic of self-help . . . published in 1941 in the upbeat style of Dale Carnegie. Michael Kimmelman, The New York...

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From one of the world's best-loved pianists, comes a hugely insightful and enjoyable book for all piano lovers.

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Inside this book, readers will learn how to make ukuleles, from the basic box-shaped instrument to more professional grade designs. Detailed plans, instructions, and demonstration photographs are included with tips and trivia to add personality and fun.

(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)

20 scales per key, organised with notation and TAB, this is a simple, direct solution for anyone learning the guitar or needing a quick reminder. Great for beginners and intermediate players, and for those needing a straightforward reference.

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A beautifully illustrated selection of historical musical instruments from the collection of St Cecilia's Hall, Edinburgh.

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The biggest and baddest book of axes out there.

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*A detailed exploration of how historical harpsichords were made, with instructions on how the modern reader can do the same. *Comprehensively illustrated with 400 photos and line drawings *Written by an internationally respected musical instrument museum curator and instrument researcher with considerable harpsichord-making experience.

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Provides a summary of essential information for the violin maker and player. This book is divided into three parts: The Violin Makers; The Workshop, Tools and Materials; and, Violin Construction. It also provides a record of the history, social background, lives and work of the great violin makers of the past.

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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.

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(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, 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.

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*In print for over 15 years and in constant demand *The definitive handbook on making classical guitars and illustrated with over 450 line drawings and photographs *Essential for the guitar-maker and historian

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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.