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1	The interpretation of French song more books like this by Pierre Bernac First published in 1970, this work on the art of the French "melodie", is suitable for singers, accompanists and concert-goers alike. The book covers 18 composers, including Berlois, Gounod, Duparc, Chausson, Faure, Debussy, Ravel, Satie and Poulenc. Texts of nearly 200 songs are given in French, and also included are notes on pronunciation, and ... see all copies from $14.65! new only from $22.16! \| first editions \| SVS
2	Zydeco! more books like this by Rick Olivier, Ben Sandmel (Text by), Rick Oliver (Photographer) Zydeco is the exuberant dance music of Louisiana''s black Creole community, now being discovered by a broader audience worldwide. This is an inside view in photographs, interviews and commentary.' see all copies from $3.15! new only from $7.77! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
3	Irish Melodies more books like this by Thomas Moore IRISH MELODIES - 1854 - CONTENTS - PREFACE - Originully yrejxed to the fifelodies h the collected edition of afoores Works. THE recollections connected, in my mind, with that early period of my life, when I first thought of interpreting in verse the touching language of rny countrys music, tempt me again to advert t o those long past day6 and even ... see all copies from $5.00! new only from $18.12! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
4	Caribbean Currents: Caribbean Music from Rumba to Reggae more books like this by Peter Manuel, Michael Largey, Kenneth Bilby Music is the most popular and dynamic aspect of Caribbean expressive culture. As Caribbean music has evolved from its traditional roots to its contemporary forms, it has developed a rich variety of styles. From the well-known genres salsa, merengue, reggae, calypso, and bachata to more localized forms like chutney and kaseko, this wide-ranging ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $13.73! \| SVS
5	This is Reggae Music: The Story of Jamaica's Music more books like this by Lloyd Bradley, Prince Buster (Foreword by) Beginning with an in-depth dissection of the music's origins in the popular rise of the Jamaican sound systems, THIS IS REGGAE MUSIC is as much a political and social history of 20th-century Jamaica as a history of its music. Bradley's insightful study portrays reggae as inseparable from the political turmoil of the 1960s and '70s, with songs by ... see all copies from $7.50! new only from $10.52! \| first editions
6	The Hundred Thousand Fools of God: Musical Travels in Central Asia (and Queens, New York) more books like this by Theodore Levin "The Hundred Thousand Fools of God" assembles a living musical and ethnographic map by highlighting the fate of traditions, beliefs, and social relationships in Muslim and Jewish Central Asian cultures during and after seventy years of Soviet rule. Theodore Levin evokes the spectacular physical and human geography of the area and weaves a rich ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $35.94! \| first editions \| SVS
7	Latin Jazz: The Perfect Combination/La Combinacion Perfecta more books like this by Raul Fernandez, Chronicle Books, Al McKibbon (Afterword by) Traces the music??'s roots and routes, from the Caribbean to New Orleans and the clubs of New York City, to its booming international popularity today. Over 100 rare photos. see all copies from $2.94! new only from $56.66! \| first editions
8	Song of the Outcasts: An Introduction to Flamenco more books like this by Robin Totton Flamenco has taken the world by storm in recent years. From London to New York and Los Angeles to Tokyo, not to mention lively festivals in Spain, huge crowds come to experience the power of flamenco. Ironically, though, if the performance is authentic--and much in the tourist trade is not--the uninitiated may find it utterly baffling. The music ... see all copies from $7.38! new only from $18.50! \| first editions \| SVS
9	Music in Brazil: Experiencing Music, Expressing Culture more books like this by John Patrick Murphy Music in Brazil is one of several case-study volumes that can be used along with Thinking Musically, the core book in the Global Music Series. Thinking Musically incorporates music from many diverse cultures and establishes the framework for exploring the practice of music around the world. It sets the stage for an array of case-study volumes, ... see all copies from $12.41! new only from $16.95! \| SVS
10	African American Music: An Introduction more books like this by Mellonee Burnim (Editor), Portia K Maultsby (Editor) Written by the top authorities on different musical styles and cultural issues in African-American music, "African-American Music: An Introduction" presents an outstanding survey that looks at the progress of this legendary music form, from its earliest folk traditions through to the Rap and Hip Hop of today's modern music. Focusing on musical ... see all copies from $33.47! new only from $49.90! \| SVS
11 view cover	The Music of Black Americans: A History more books like this by Rudolf Steiner, Eileen J Southern This text provides comprehensive coverage of black American music, from the arrival of the first Africans in the English colonies to contemporary developments in African-American history. The book draws on authentic documents, from colonial times to the present, to illuminate the history of black music. The book provides thorough treatment of ... see all copies from $20.00! new only from $22.80! \| SVS
12 view cover	How to Play Djembe: West African Rhythms for Beginners more books like this by Alan Dworsky, Betsy Sansby, Joh Camara "This book is a complete, step-by-step, user friendly course on how to play djembe. Right from the start, in addition to learning how to make all the basic strokes, you'll be learning interlocking parts for some of the most popular West African rhythms; Kuku, Djole, Kassa, Madan, Suku, Sunguru Bani and Thiba. After working through only a few ... see all copies from $10.83! new only from $17.88! \| SVS
13 view cover	In Vain I Tried to Tell You: Essays in Native American Ethnopoetics more books like this by Dell Hymes A landmark volume that revolutionized our understanding of the power and significance of Native stories and storytellers in North America, "In vain I tried to tell you" showcases the methodology and theory of ethnopoetics. Focusing on the rich Native storytelling traditions of the Pacific Northwest, Hymes investigates what particular stylistic and ... see all copies from $4.54! new only from $9.50! \| first editions
14 view cover	Music cultures of the Pacific,the Near East,and Asia. more books like this by William Paul Malm Appropriate for a one semester/two-quarter course. The purpose of this book is to survey the basic kinds of music and musical instruments found in the major oriental civilizations and in the island cultures of the Eastern Hemisphere. It is also intended as an introduction to the basic attitudes, techniques, and nomenclature of the discipline of ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $28.78! \| first editions
15 view cover	Roots of Black Music: The Vocal, Instrumental and Dance Heritage of Africa and Black America more books like this by Ashenafi Kebede An authoritative, fascinating study of the origins of black music, reflecting the author's own life experiences growing up in Ethiopia, first-hand knowledge acquired through fieldwork in Africa, and a wealth of research findings in the United States, this book traces the development of songs, instrumental music, dance, blues, and jazz. Included ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $71.64! \| first editions
16 view cover	Making People's Music: Moe Asch and Folkways Records more books like this by Peter D Goldsmith Moe Asch founded Folkway Records, a label that has become synonymous with American folk music. Asch rose to prominence through his early recordings of such folk luminaries as Woody Guthrie and Leadbelly, and the artist roster on Folkways reads like an encyclopedia of American folk music. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.00! \| first editions
17 view cover	Cut 'n' Mix: Culture, Identity & Caribbean Music more books like this by Dick Hebdige This is a book about the music of the Caribbean - from calypso and ska through to Reggae and Caribbean club culture. This title available in eBook format. Click here for more information. Visit our eBookstore at: ... see all copies from $5.95! new only from $19.44! \| first editions \| SVS
18 view cover	Cuba and Its Music: From the First Drums to the Mambo more books like this by Ned Sublette This entertaining history of Cuba and its music begins with the collision of Spain and Africa and continues through the era of Miguelito Valdes, Arsenio Rodriguez, Benny More, and Perez Prado. It offers a behind-the-scenes examination of music from a Cuban point of view, unearthing surprising, provocative connections and making the case that Cuba ... see all copies from $13.41! new only from $13.41! \| first editions \| SVS
19 view cover	Book of Indian Crafts & Indian Lore more books like this by Julian Harris Salomon Practical, symbolic uses of shields, drums, tipis, and other items, plus numerous well-illustrated, easy-to-follow projects-making clothing, tipis, wigwams, bows, arrows; fire-building; games; ritual song and dance. "A perfect guide book to Boy Scouts and others"--Sir Robert Baden-Powell. 30 photos; over 100 line drawings and diagrams. ... see all copies from $4.00! new only from $8.68! \| first editions \| SVS
20 view cover	African Music: A People's Art more books like this by Francis Bebey Engaging and enlightening, this guide explores African music's forms, musicians, instruments, and place in the life of the people. A discography classified by country, theme, group, and instrument is also included. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $12.62! \| first editions \| SVS
21 view cover	Italian Intermezzo: Recipes by Celebrated Italian Chefs, Romantic Italian Music more books like this by Sharon O'Connor The best Italian dinners are made at home. This title puts a cookbook with recipes from a variety of chefs together with a music CD of songs that capture the soul of Italy, masterpiece paintings from the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries, poetry, and colourful food photography. The author travelled throughout Italy and the United States to visit 21 ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $19.95! \| SVS
22 view cover	The NPR Curious Listener's Guide to Celtic Music more books like this by Fiona Ritchie, Eileen Ivers (Foreword by) From the host of the popular NPR show "The Thistle & Shamrock" comes a vigorously researched portrait of Celtic music which explores the full spectrum of this timeless music, its passionate performers, and their beloved instruments. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99!
23 view cover	A History of Russian Music: From Kamarinskaya to Babi Yar more books like this by Francis Maes Francis Maes' comprehensive and imaginative book introduces the general public to the scholarly debate that has revolutionized Russian music history over the past two decades. Based on the most recent critical literature, "A History of Russian Music" summarizes the new view of Russian music and provides a solid overview of the relationships ... see all copies from $7.23! new only from $22.00! \| first editions \| SVS
24 view cover	Drum Circle Spirit: Facilitating Human Potential Through Rhythm more books like this by Arthur Hull "Drum Circle Spirit teaches about facilitating community through rhythm-based events. Arthur Hull, recognized as the father of the drum circle movement, uses rhythm circles for spirit - and team - building among personal growth and religious groups, major corporations and to help build community in grass roots organizations around the world. This ... see all copies from $10.64! new only from $21.32! \| SVS
25 view cover	Bossa Nova: The Story of the Brazilian Music That Seduced the World more books like this by Ruy Castro, Julian Dibbell (Foreword by) Bossa nova is one of the most popular musical genres in the world. Songs such as "The Girl from Ipanema" (the fifth most frequently played song in the world), "The Waters of March, " and "Desafinado" are known around the world. "Bossa Nova"--a number-one bestseller when originally published in Brazil as "Chega de saudade"--is a definitive history ... see all copies from $9.97! new only from $12.16! \| first editions \| SVS

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