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More than a player's manual, this book portrays jazz bass as a vital element of 20th century American music. Citing examples from key recordings in the jazz canon, the book defines the essence of the...

The Gibson 335 Guitar Book tells the story of Gibson's ES-335 and related models, as played by B. B. King, Alvin Lee, and Eric Clapton, among other virtuosos. It's full of great guitars, cool players,...

Finally, the long-awaited English edition of this historic Japanese book is here! The Beauty of the 'Burst pays tribute to Gibson's magnificent Sunburst Les Pauls made between 1958 and 1960, the most...

A complete illustrated guide for set design in schools and other settings, this resource provides teachers and stage managers with building plans, reproducible set and prop patterns for use with overh...

Titans of Bass: The Tactics, Habits, and Routines from over 130 of the World's Best reveals the experiences of over 130 of the world's top bassists to help the beginning bassist learn and play their f...

Martin the Guitar has been purchased by the famous folk singer Robert, and is now on the road performing for audiences everywhere. Martin loves to make music with his new friends, Tthe Harmonica Famil...

In this behind-the-scenes look at the making of Fleetwood Mac's epic, platinum-selling double album, Tusk, producers and engineers Ken Caillat and Hernan Rojas tell their stories of spending a year wi...

The Complete Singer-Songwriter is the ultimate guide for the modern performer, chock-full of tips, tools, and inspiration for both aspiring troubadours and those looking to take their craft and career...

Here is the authorized biography of the one and only Maynard James Keenan. The book traces Keenan's journey from his Midwest childhood to his years in the Army to his time in art school, from his stin...

In 2009, the legendary Les Paul passed away at the age of 94. In celebration of his life, this book, capturing Paul's own reflections on his remarkable inventions and guitar playing, was published as...

Born in Texas and raised in Arizona, Buck Owens eventually found his way to Bakersfield, California. Unlike the vast majority of country singers, songwriters, and musicians who made their fortunes wor...

Confessions of a Serial Songwriter is an amusing and poignant memoir about songwriter Shelly Peiken's journey from young girl falling under the spell of magical songs to working professional songwrite...

To be a great singer, talent and technique are obviously important, as are having excellent songs and being able to move an audience. But there's more to it than that, including two critical skills th...

What characteristics, qualities and traits make a hit songwriter? What roles do hard work, talent, early musical development and environment play in becoming successful in an industry that changes dai...

Tom Harrison's book How to Become a Film Composer gives up-and-coming composers the inspiration, information and the tools necessary to succeed in today's music for media industry. Harrison has spent...

Look into the lives of 40 authors, composers and translators of our favorite pre-20th century traditional Christmas songs heard around the world in this book by Dale V. Nobbman. Many of these individu...

Kylie is a quiet girl who signs up for trumpet in band. Her friends and band teacher tell her she is talented. But Kylie doesn't believe in herself. One night, while watching TV, her eyes catch an ama...

This complete guide for any composer interested in earning money writing music for television is aimed at the complete novice as well as the seasoned expert. It leads you through the steps necessary t...

Some of the most iconic recordings ever set to vinyl were produced on the Gibson Les Paul with the Patent Applied For pickup which, with its glass-like chime and haunting mids, represents the heart an...

From the ashes of Nirvana, Dave Grohl rose as a one-man band with a self-titled album: Foo Fighters. Now, twenty-five years on and with a rock-solid outfit - including Nate Mendel (bass), Taylor Hawki...

Music publishing is one of the most complex parts of the music business, and yet it can be the most lucrative area of income for musicians. Expert and industry veteran Randall Wixen has adapted this e...

The business of being a musician has evolved into the entertainment business - encompassing music creation, concerts, licensing, festival organizing, merchandising, fashion, and branding. Consequently...

Warren Zevon songs are like chapters in a great American novel. Its story lies in the heart of his - and our - psyche. The lines are blurred. We never seem to know if we are looking in a mirror or pee...

Country may be the plainspoken music of rural America, but it certainly got gussied up on its way to the hit parade. Rhinestones and Twanging Tones: The Look and Sound of Country Music shows in glitte...