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The Music of James Tenney: Volume 1: Contexts and Paradigms
by Robert WannamakerParsing the works of the experimental music pioneer Robert Wannamaker's monumental two-volume study explores the influential music and ideas of American composer, theorist, writer, performer, and educator James Tenney. Delving into the whole of Tenney's far-ranging oeuvre, Wannamaker provides in-depth, aurally grounded analyses of works linked to the artist's revolutionary theories of musical form, timbre, and harmonic perception. Volume 1, Contexts and Paradigms, chronologically surveys Tenney's creative development and output. Wannamaker begins each section with biographical, aesthetic, and technical context that illuminates a distinct period in Tenney's career. From there, he analyzes a small number of pieces that illuminate the concerns, characteristics, and techniques that emerged in Tenney's music during that time. Wannamaker supplements the text with musical examples, graphs, and diagrams while also drawing on unpublished material and newly available primary sources to flesh out each work and the ideas that shaped it. A landmark in experimental music scholarship, The Music of James Tenney is a first-of-its-kind consideration of the experimental music titan and his work.
The Music of James Tenney: Volume 2: A Handbook to the Pieces
by Robert WannamakerA work-by-work guide to the composer's groundbreaking music Robert Wannamaker's monumental two-volume study explores the influential music and ideas of American composer, theorist, writer, performer, and educator James Tenney. Delving into the whole of Tenney's far-ranging oeuvre, Wannamaker offers close, aurally grounded analyses of works linked to the artist's revolutionary theories of musical form, timbre, and harmonic perception. Written as a reference work, Volume 2, A Handbook to the Pieces, presents detailed entries on Tenney's significant post-1959 experimental works (excepting pieces covered in volume 1). Wannamaker includes technical information, an analysis of intentions and goals, graphs and musical examples, historical and biographical context, and thoughts from Tenney and others on specific works. Throughout, he discusses the striking compositional ideas found in Tenney's music and, where appropriate, traces an idea's appearance from one piece to the next to reveal the evolution of the composer's art and thought. A landmark in experimental music scholarship, The Music of James Tenney is a first-of-its-kind consideration of the experimental music titan and his work.
The Music of Sounds and the Music of Things: Sonic Creativity Within Sampling and DIY Cultures
by Leigh Landy John RichardsThis book investigates two areas in which the appreciation of sonic creativity can be easily acquired across diverse cultures, ages and interests: the music of sounds – making music with any sounds, part of today’s sampling culture and the music of things – and the creation of instruments using existent materials (another type of sampling?) involving the notion of ‘instrument as composition’ as part of today’s DIY (or DIT, do it together) culture.The book offers broad discussions regarding the music of things (written by John Richards) followed by the music of sounds (written by Leigh Landy). These chapters are followed by a focus on the workshop demonstrating the collaborative and inclusive potential in both areas, and a spotlight on eight artists with a broad diversity of backgrounds and approaches to sound and music who discuss their perceptions. The book’s conclusion focuses on similarities and differences between the music of sounds and the music of things, suggesting, finally, that both might form part of the 21st- century’s folk music landscape.The book is primarily aimed towards students interested in current forms of sonic creativity but will be of interest to those interested in broader issues of sampling culture, hacking and sound studies.
The Musical Classroom: Backgrounds, Models, and Skills for Elementary Teaching (9th Edition)
by Carolynn A. LindemanThe Musical Classroom: Backgrounds, Models, and Skills for Elementary Teaching, Ninth Edition, is designed for students majoring in elementary or music education. Through eight editions, this book has been a market leader in its field. Its goal has been to help teachers—some who may only have a limited background in music—prepare to make music a part of the daily lives of their students. The model lessons remain the centerpiece of the book's long-lasting success. Supported by a collection of children's songs from around the world, instructional information for learning to play basic instruments, and the theoretical, pedagogical, and practical backgrounds needed for reaching all learners, pre-service and in-service teachers can make their classrooms musical classrooms.
The Musical Life
by W. A. MathieuEveryone, according to W.A. Mathieu, is musical by nature--it goes right along with being human. And if you don't believe it, this book will convince you. In a series of interrelated short essays, Mathieu takes the reader on a journey through ordinary experiences to open our ears to the rich variety of music that surrounds us but that we are trained to ignore; such as the variety of pitches produced by different objects, like glassware, furniture, drums--anything you can tap; or sounds that hover on the border of music, like laughter, the clinking of glasses in a toast, or the unintentional falsetto produced by yawning. Along the way the author teaches aspects of music theory that nonmusicians might ordinarily shy away from. He reveals the way of music to be a profoundly spiritual path--one that is everyone's birthright.
The Musical Work of Nadia Boulanger
by Jeanice BrooksNadia Boulanger - composer, critic, impresario and the most famous composition teacher of the twentieth century UO was also a performer of international repute. Her concerts and recordings with her vocal ensemble introduced audiences on both sides of the Atlantic to unfamiliar historical works and new compositions. This book considers how gender shaped the possibilities that marked Boulanger's performing career, tracing her meteoric rise as a conductor in the 1930s to origins in the classroom and the salon. Brooks investigates Boulanger's promotion of structurally motivated performance styles, showing how her ideas on performance of historical repertory and new music relate to her teaching of music analysis and music history. The book explores the way in which Boulanger's musical practice relied upon her understanding of the historically transcendent masterwork, in which musical form and meaning are ideally joined, and show how her ideas relate to broader currents in French aesthetics and culture. "
The Musical-Mathematical Mind
by Gabriel Pareyon Silvia Pina-Romero Octavio A. Agustín-Aquino Emilio Lluis-PueblaThis book presents a deep spectrum of musical, mathematical, physical, and philosophical perspectives that have emerged in this field at the intersection of music and mathematics. In particular the contributed chapters introduce advanced techniques and concepts from modern mathematics and physics, deriving from successes in domains such as Topos theory and physical string theory. The authors include many of the leading researchers in this domain, and the book will be of value to researchers working in computational music, particularly in the areas of counterpoint, gesture, and Topos theory.
The Musician's Guide To Licensing Music: How To Get Your Music Into Film, Tv, Advertising, Digital Media And Beyond
by Daylle Deanna Schwartz Darren WilseyRecord deals are so twentieth century. Today, music licensing is the fastest route to widespread exposure and a steady income. Creators of films, television shows, commercials, video games, ringtones, podcasts and other digital-age media hunger for music perfectly suited to their projects—providing endless, lucrative opportunities for savvy musicians. Whether you’re an unknown composer, an up-and-coming songwriter, an independent-label performer, or a big label star, there’s a place for you in this fast-growing field—as long as you learn to master the game.
The Musician's Guide To Theory And Analysis: AP Edition
by Jane Piper Clendinning Elizabeth West MarvinThe most comprehensive and integrated AP® Music Theory series for today’s students The Musician’s Guide series is the complete package of theory and aural skills that covers everything students need to know for the AP® exam. Featuring a wider range of repertoire than ever, the AP® textbook discusses music that will be relevant to every musician, while the AP® Workbook and Ear-Training Guide provides ideal practice for the aural skills questions on the AP® exam, and the AP® Sight-Singing volume features all the material students need for the sight-singing portion of the exam. The accompanying instructor resources offer detailed plans for coordinating the text and media with the AP® curriculum framework. AP® is a trademark registered and/or owned by the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.
The Musicians of Bremen: independent reading Turquoise 7 (Reading Champion #551)
by Damian HarveyIn this traditional German fairytale, the animals decide to go to Bremen to become musicians. They spot a little house on the way, but the house is full of robbers. The animals decide to scare the robbers out of the house, but will their plan work? This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE)Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.Fantastic stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child's reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.
The Musicology of Record Production
by Simon Zagorski-ThomasRecorded music is as different to live music as film is to theatre. In this book, Simon Zagorski-Thomas employs current theories from psychology and sociology to examine how recorded music is made and how we listen to it. Setting out a framework for the study of recorded music and record production, he explains how recorded music is fundamentally different to live performance, how record production influences our interpretation of musical meaning and how the various participants in the process interact with technology to produce recorded music. He combines ideas from the ecological approach to perception, embodied cognition and the social construction of technological systems to provide a summary of theoretical approaches that are applied to the sound of the music and the creative activity of production. A wide range of examples from Zagorski-Thomas's professional experience reveal these ideas in action.
The Mutual Construction of Statistics and Society (Routledge Advances in Research Methods)
by Ann Rudinow SætnanStatistics are often seen as simple, straightforward, and objective descriptions of society. However, what we choose to count, what we choose not to count, who does the counting, and the categories and values we choose to apply when counting, matter. This volume addresses the ways in which statistics and numbers are gathered and applied in social science research. The contributors argue that we must become more aware of the power and the limitations of statistics. Learning statistics needs to be about more than simply mastering the techniques of using the tool; it needs to also be about learning the dangers of that tool and learning to control it within social and ethical bounds. These dangers lie in the routines through which statistics are applied; the discourses from which they emerge and into which they are deployed; the power relations created by those discourses; and the assumptions, meanings, and categories statistics carry with them in those discourses. This volume will be necessary reading for students and scholars using quantitative data within the social sciences.
The Mysteries of the Apocalypse: An Investigation into the Most Fascinating Book in History
by Christophe Hanauer Jean-Marc Thobois (1944 - 2020)Inspired by the complimentary feature film documentary series, The 7 Churches of Revelation, The Mysteries of the Apocalypse by Jean-Marc Thobois and Christophe Hanauer looks at the book of Revelation through the lens of biblical history, archaeology, and culture, giving readers a more accurate—and fascinating—understanding of the end times. The book of Revelation, written by the Apostle John, opens with a set of seven letters sent to a community of seven churches located in present-day Turkey. The term apocalypse has acquired a negative connotation over the centuries that has taken it away from its original meaning to evoke a cataclysmic and destructive event. This word has become popular for the wrong reasons. In Ancient Greek, it means a disclosure or revelation of great knowledge. The first key to better understand the mysteries of the prophecies of Revelation is to refer to Old Testament scriptures. In order to understand the New Testament, one should ask how the people of Israel understood and interpreted the teachings of Jesus and the apostles in their day. The second key is to consider the historical and political context of the time of writing of the text. In the first century, the Roman Empire persecuted, sometimes with extreme violence, the followers of Jesus Christ. Finally, the third key proposed is to regard the book of Revelation as a sort of synthesis, a summary of eschatological prophecies present throughout the Bible. Far from claiming to provide absolute truth, these three major keys help to decipher the true meaning of the text and better grasp its allusions and other symbolisms. Thus history, archeology, and culture anchor the book in reality. This unveiling gives context that speaks with great interest to our generation.
The Mysterious Benedict Society (Mysterious Benedict Society #1)
by Trenton Lee StewartAfter passing a series of mind-bending tests, four children are selected to go on a secret mission that requires them to go undercover at the Learning Institute for the Very Enlightened, where the only rule is that there are no rules.
The Mysterious Benedict Society Series Omnibus (Mysterious Benedict Society Ser.)
by Trenton Lee StewartA bindup of the New York Times bestselling series by Trenton Lee Stewart Catch up on the adventures of the Mysterious Benedict Society with this electronic bindup, which includes the four books in the New York Times bestselling series, The Mysterious Benedict Society, The Mysterious Benedict Society and the Perilous Journey, The Mysterious Benedict Society and the Prisoner's Dilemma, The Mysterious Benedict Society and the Riddle of Ages, as well as the prequel, The Extraordinary Education of Nicholas Benedict.
The Mysterious Benedict Society and the Riddle of Ages (The Mysterious Benedict Society #4)
by Trenton Lee StewartThe brilliant and beloved gang from the New York Times bestselling series is back! The Mysterious Benedict Society is a modern classic, drawing comparisons to J.K. Rowling and Roald Dahl, named a Time magazine "Best Young Adult Book of All Time," and selling over three million copies. Some time has passed since the inimitable quartet of Reynie, Sticky, Kate, and Constance have had a mission together. But with the arrival of a new Society member -- and a new threat -- they must reunite to face dilemmas more dangerous than ever before, including the villainous Mr. Curtain and a telepathic enemy tracking their every move, not to mention a dramatically preteen Constance. In its triumphant return, the Society encounters all new challenges, but the series' trademark sly humor, sweet camaraderie, hairsbreadth escapes, and mind-bending puzzles are all as engaging as ever. Fans of the series will be thrilled to see the Society has grown up a little with them, while a new generation of readers will fall in love with these irresistible adventures.
The Mysterious Matter of I. M. Fine
by Diane StanleyStrange things have been happening at Franny's new school.First it was the Jelly Worm Fad.Then came the exploding headaches that kept students home for days.When the latest creepy phenomenon lands her sister in the hospital, Franny and her new friend, Beamer, try to get to the bottom of it.Following a hunch, Franny discovers the one link that all these kids share--they're rabid fans of I. M. Fine, author of the mega-popular Chillers series.But I. M. Fine is nowhere to be found ... or is he)Admirers of Diane Stanley's celebrated nonfiction picture-book biographies and her critically acclaimed novel, A Time Apart, are in for a treat as she shows her playful side in this quirky, fast-paced, and humorous mystery.
The Mystery Of The Kingdom: Traced Through The Four Books Of Kings (1884)
by Andrew Jukes"The Mystery of the Kingdom: Traced Through the Four Books of Kings" by Andrew Jukes offers a profound and insightful exploration into the spiritual significance and deeper meanings of the biblical Books of Kings. Jukes, a renowned theologian and biblical scholar, guides readers through a meticulous analysis of these ancient texts, uncovering the divine mysteries and theological lessons embedded within the historical narratives.In this compelling work, Jukes traces the unfolding of God's kingdom as revealed through the reigns of Israel's and Judah's kings. He delves into the lives, actions, and decisions of these monarchs, highlighting how their stories reflect broader spiritual truths and the overarching plan of God for His people. The book provides a detailed examination of key events, such as the division of the kingdom, the rise and fall of dynasties, and the prophetic messages delivered by God's chosen messengers.Jukes' interpretation goes beyond mere historical recounting, offering readers a deeper understanding of the symbolic and prophetic dimensions of the Books of Kings. He draws connections between the ancient texts and the spiritual journey of believers, illustrating how the successes and failures of the kings serve as lessons for faith, obedience, and the pursuit of God's will."The Mystery of the Kingdom" is enriched by Jukes' eloquent writing and his ability to illuminate complex theological concepts with clarity and depth. His insights encourage readers to reflect on the nature of God's kingdom, the role of leadership, and the importance of fidelity to divine principles.This book is a valuable resource for theologians, biblical scholars, and anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the Bible's historical books. "The Mystery of the Kingdom: Traced Through the Four Books of Kings" offers a thought-provoking journey into the heart of biblical history, revealing the timeless truths that continue to inspire and guide the faithful today.
The Mystery of Mr. Nice
by Bruce HaleMost folks know him as the best lizard detective at Emerson Hicky Elementary, but it's not all knuckles and know-how with Chet Gecko. He's also got his artistic side. If it wasn't for his art, he might never have been sent to Principal Zero's office, where he stumbled onto the mystery of Mr. Nice. Because whatever you can say about Principal Zero, one thing is certain: He is not nice. Until now. Chet knows something is wrong with this picture, and he's just the gecko to solve this mystery. After all, who do you think put the art in smart aleck?
The Mystery of Sound
by Teri KanefieldAs the new kid and the only deaf child in his class, Alex feels like he stands out. He even has to sit in front to read his interpreter's sign language. However he finds that a particular sound helps him connect with the others. Thanks to his interpreter, he can still communicate through sign language, but he must still figure out a way to settle in and make friends, and hopefully avoid embarrassment along the way!
The Mystery of the Blood Moons
by Ron Allen&“The story of the stars is the story of the Creator Himself, told in His own words and pictures – and painted with fire across the expanse of the universe.&” The Scriptures tell us that the heavens declare God&’s glory. Yet, Christians avoid concentrating too intently on messages that might be written in the stars, for fear of aligning themselves with pagan practices. Nearly 30 years, the author of The Mystery of the Blood Moons began studying God&’s secrets as revealed in the sun, moon, stars, and planets. In this book, he gives particular attention to the apocalyptic intrigue surrounding the Blood Moon. Previous texts have highlighted the correlation between the timing of blood moons and important events in the nation of Israel. Here, the author applies his broad knowledge of cosmic symbols, and interprets what they disclose concerning the revival of the church and Christ&’s Second Advent. The Mystery of the Blood Moons will infuse believers with hope. It is a call to consider the wonders of the universe and attend to what the Creator is saying through them.
The Mystery of the Haunted House: Independent Reading 12 (Reading Champion #512)
by Katie DaleThis story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE). This book is aimed at Independent Reading 12, for readers aged 7 years old and up, or in the second half of Year 3.Sarwat loves to solve mysteries. But what on earth is happening at his neighbours house? It surely seems haunted, but perhaps the spooky clues have another explanation? Sarwat is on the case!Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child's reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.The Key Stage 2 Reading Champion Books are suggested for use as follows:Independent Reading 11: start of Year 3 or age 7+Independent Reading 12: end of Year 3 or age 7+Independent Reading 13: start of Year 4 or age 8+Independent Reading 14: end of Year 4 or age 8+Independent Reading 15: start of Year 5 or age 9+Independent Reading 16: end of Year 5 or age 9+Independent Reading 17: start of Year 6 or age 10+Independent Reading 18: end of Year 6 or age 10+
The Mystery of the Red Heifer: Israel, the End Times, and the Building of the Third Temple
by Mondo GonzalesOne of the most significant yet enigmatic symbols in biblical prophecy is the red heifer. By the end of this book, you will understand the prophetic significance of the Red Heifer movement and the preparations made to build the Third Temple. For centuries, scholars, theologians, and believers have awaited the emergence of the perfect red heifer, a crucial element that many believe will set the stage for the construction of the long-awaited third temple in Jerusalem—a temple that must be rebuilt before the Second Coming of Christ. The existence of a perfect red heifer is seen as a sign that the final events foretold in the Book of Revelation—including the rise of the Antichrist, the great tribulation, and Jesus&’ return—are on the horizon. Devout Jews in Israel and around the globe have been preparing the Temple Mount for the third temple&’s construction for years. Yet one critical piece has been missing—the red heifer. With the arrival of five red heifers in Israel, this book investigates their prophetic significance and the extraordinary events that could soon follow. Examining the prophetic visions of Daniel, Jesus, Paul, and John, this book unravels the connections between the red heifer, the third temple, the covenant of Daniel 9:27, and the &“day of the Lord&” in 2 Thessalonians 2. While reading, you will uncover valuable insights in the prophetic text such as: Why Jewish rabbis believe the red heifer is essential for the building of the third temple How the ancient red heifer ritual is connected to the ministry of Jesus What the red heifer ceremony may signify for the future The inside scoop of how the five red heifers were found and sent to Israel Where are the red heifers now and when will the ceremony take place Drawing on insights from prominent prophecy teachers, this book is an essential guide for anyone seeking to understand the pivotal role of the red heifer in biblical prophecy and the unfolding of end-time events.
The Mystery of the Shemitah Updated Edition: The 3,000-Year-Old Mystery That Holds the Secret of America's Future, the World's Future...and Your Future!
by Jonathan CahnNew York Times Best Seller! Over 2,700 5-Star Reviews From the author that brought you NEW YORK TIMES best sellers The Book of Mysteries, The Harbinger, and The Paradigm with over 3 MILLION copies sold"Rabbi Jonathan Cahn is a Jewish prophet who has been chosen to reveal end-time mysteries—vital material to put the last-days puzzle together!" —Sid Roth | Host, It&’s Supernatural! "The Mystery of the Shemitah is a detailed, compelling, and provocative book for anyone seeking answers to the future of America and the world." —Marcus D. Lamb | Founder, president, Daystar Television Network "The Mystery of the Shemitah is the most amazing thing I have ever read! Brilliant and stunning . . . sobering . . . humbling . . . it is undeniable truth. It is one of the most important books of our lifetime!" —Joseph Farah | Founder, WND The Shemitah occurs every seven years. Has God already given us clues as to WHAT WILL HAPPEN NEXT? The Shemitah (shmee-TA), or Sabbath year, is the seventh year of the seven-year agricultural cycle mandated by the Torah for the land of Israel. Understanding this seven-year pattern is essential for understanding the prophecy and mysteries of the Bible that are still applicable today. In The Mystery of the Shemitah Updated Edition you will discover new insight on current events such as: How the Great Depression and other economic events fit into the ShemitahHow stock market crashes in 2015 were linked to the period of nullification at the end of the ShemitahHow the Shemitah of 2015 affected economies worldwideHow the pattern of sevens predicted 9/11 to the exact hourHow the World Trade Center was conceived, started, finished, and destroyed in Shemitah yearsHow the rise—and possibly the fall—of America can be linked to the year of the ShemitahAnd much more…
The Mystery of the Snow Puppy (Katie Woo and Pedro Mysteries)
by Fran ManushkinKatie’s new puppy, Koko, has run away, and now the white doggie is lost! Pedro and Katie pair up to investigate. They are hot on Koko’s trail, but some clues lead nowhere. Still the detectives won’t give up. After all, solving this mystery is the only way to bring Koko home!