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Music Reference
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Neptune BoundThe Ultimate Danelectro Guitar Guideby Doug TullochProduced from 1954 to 1969, Danelectro guitars have found a place in the hearts of collectors and players with their space age design and affordable price tags. Here is the ultimate guide to all things Danelectro, including company history, instruments, patents, dating and identification, models, specifications and values, prototypes, print advertising, schematics, and much more. Full color throughout! |
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Orange Blossom BoysThe Untold Story of Ervin T. Rouse, Chubby Wise and the World's Most Famous Fiddle Tuneby Randy NolesOne of the most bizarre stories in all of popular music is the history of "Orange Blossom Special," arguably the century's best-known fiddle tune. The man credited with its ownership, Ervin T. Rouse, endured tragedy, alcoholism and mental illness. The man who claimed co-ownership, Chubby Wise, achieved fame as the seminal fiddler of the bluegrass genre, but struggled to overcome personal demons and to heal the scars of childhood abandonment and abuse. This fascinating book uncovers how their legacies are forever linked with the legendary diesel streamliner which inspired the tune. The CD includes several recordings of this historic song. |
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Patriotic Music Companion Fact Bookby Dale V. NobbmanThis title provides fascinating information on and arrangements of 25 traditional American patriotic favorites. The songs are arranged chronologically (starting with "Yankee Doodle" in 1755 and going through "The U.S. Air Force" in 1939), and included for each are background notes, the song's historical setting, biographies of the author or composer who wrote it, and more. |
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Pickups, Windings and Magnets... And the Guitar Became Electricby Mario MilanThe first book to examine pickups in detail is here! Covers everything from the first experiments to classic models conceived for major guitar manufacturers. Includes a 32-page color section of the most popular models and rarities, a timeline, info on building pickups and technical specs, and biographical notes. |
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Practice Personalities for AdultsIdentifying and Understanding the Practice Personality Type in The Adult Music Student by Thornton ClineDid you know that your personality can affect the way you learn and perform on a musical instrument? This book identifies nine practice personalities in music students. Adults will learn how to practice more effectively and efficiently according to their personalities. A Practice Personalities Text is included along with an accompanying CD. |
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