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Grateful Dead Gear: The Band's Instruments, Sound Systems and Recording Sessions From 1965 to 1995 - Paperback

$56.68

by Blair Jackson (Author)The origins and secrets of the Grateful Dead's magical sound are told! This book is the first in-depth examination of the Dead's technical side, including their recording methods. From the "Acid Tests" of the mid-'60s to the famous "Wall of Sound" PA setup in the '70s and on to their exceptional later touring systems, the Grateful Dead were always on the cutting edge of technological innovation and experimentation. This exhaustive study includes clear and concise expl...

The Bus to Never Ever Land: Musical Tales from the Original Merry Pranksters, a Hog Farmer, and the Grateful Dead's Side Projects - Paperback

$26.98

by David Lasocki (Editor), Jake Feinberg (Author)A revolution in consciousness was fueled in the United States in the 1960s by a small group of people who used the tools of psychedelic drugs, story-telling, improvisational theater, communal living, sharing, kindness, humor, and pranks to release people from the confines of society, and get them to think for themselves as well as make deep connections with others. The clown, comedian, and political activist Wavy Gravy led the way. Not only did...

The Unofficial Grateful Dead Trivia Book: 235 Trivia questions about songs, venues, lyrics and more - Paperback

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by Finbar Devine (Author)The Unofficial Grateful Dead Trivia Book is a handy resource for fans of the Grateful Dead. Over 235 questions cover the band's history, songs, lyrics, venues and more. The book is available in paperback and Kindle versions - perfect for on-the-go trivia games. Number of Pages: 86 Dimensions: 0.18 x 8 x 5 IN Publication Date: December 02, 2022

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by Andrew L. Lewand (Author)Led Zeppelin dazzled audiences all around the world with their electrifying live performances. In their twelve years together, the band performed multiple hundreds of concerts across the globe. This book archives the setlists of these legendary concerts and presents them in chronological order. Number of Pages: 190 Dimensions: 0.4 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: October 15, 2018

Dylan & the Grateful Dead: A Tale of Twisted Fate - Paperback

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by Howard F. Weiner (Author)A Tale of Twisted Fate chronicles Bob Dylan's rapid ascent to immortality as the preeminent songwriter of his time, and contrasts that with the Grateful Dead's long strange trip, during which they went from being a psychedelic band with a cult following to the most popular touring act in America. When Dylan & the Dead launched their historic 1987 tour, Dylan's popularity was declining and he was out of touch with his muse. On the other hand, the Grateful Dead b...

Deadology: The 33 Essential Dates of Grateful Dead History - Paperback

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by Howard Weiner (Author)As the Grateful Dead's musical odyssey unfolded over the course of four decades, their persistent touring produced an innovative live archive that was avidly devoured by their zealous fans. In Deadology, Howard Weiner selects the band's most productive dates throughout the years and dissects their finest jams, segues, sets, and shows. The narrative of each essential day and month flows like a unique mini-documentary-thirty-three shades of Grateful Dead history. Deadol...

Grateful Dead Tour Tales: Volume One: 1984-1987 - Paperback

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by George Michaels (Author)Tour Tales tells the story of George Michaels, a young rock music fan growing up in northern New Jersey during the early nineteen eighties, who one day rediscovers the Grateful Dead, and his whole life changes. This comical, coming-of-age tale chronicles George and his cast of colorful characters during their adventures, from "Saratoga to Stockholm" on Rock's most legendary trip.Volume One explores concerts from nineteen-eighty-four through nineteen-eighty-seven and...

This Has All Been Wonderful: A Travel Monologue From Summer 1994: The Year Phish Became Phish - Paperback

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by David "zzyzx" Steinberg (Author)1994 was part of an era before cell phones and ubiquitous Internet. Trying to escape the oppressive New Mexico heat, David "ZZYZX" Steinberg spent that summer driving around the country seeing a band. Phish was at a turning point in their career, still playing clubs and small theatres, but about to break into mainstream popularity. From Las Cruces to Vancouver, Canada, back to New Mexico and across the nation to Trenton, New Jersey, David saw twenty-six Phis...

Grateful Dead 1977: The Rise of Terrapin Nation - Paperback

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by Howard F. Weiner (Author)For the Grateful Dead and their devotees, 1977 was one long party from start to end, and author Howard Weiner takes us on that ride again. From the legendary gigs in Cornell, Englishtown, and the Winterland, to the releases of The Grateful Dead movie and Terrapin Station, this is a blow-by-blow narrative of a band peaking at the right moment in history. Once upon a time the Dead had the largest cult following in music, but before their days were numbered, they beca...

Teen Study Bible for Girls: 52-Week Bible Verses, Guided Reflection and Prayer Journal. (Value Version) - Paperback

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by Denise Gilmore (Author)Is this true about your teen girl: You wish to have her explore God's Word.Despite the best of intentions, reading the Holy Bible could seem like an arduous task."Teen Study Bible for Girls" is an attempt to provide a framework of relatable themes from the Bible that can give guidance to teens at a critical juncture in their lives. Developing an intimate and long-lasting bond with the almighty.Key Features of this study bible: Weekly theme-based NIV(TM) Bible Study ...

The Last American Gypsy: Chronicles of Phish Tour 2004 - Paperback

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by Mike Force (Illustrator), A. P. Smith (Author)Join A.P. Smith as he travels the country from Phish show to Phish show, from The Mothership in Hampton to the mud fields of Coventry, during what was slated to be the band's final tour and final festival. This book chronicles the author's bittersweet adventure that was Phish Tour 2004.Author BiographyA.P. Smith is a published author living in Brooklyn, USA. Visit PhanSite.com and APSmith.net to learn more. Number of Pages: 112 Dimensions: 0.27...

Magical Worlds: An Enchanted Coloring Adventure - Paperback

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by Johanna Basford (Author)From the bestselling "Queen of Coloring," a gorgeous new coloring book that explores fairy-tale worlds and intricate magical vistas Magical Worlds is a coloring book of faraway lands, enchanted castles, and inky realms, all featuring Johanna Basford's trademark illustrations. Let your creativity take you on an incredible journey as you add color to underwater cities, tiny, cozy cottages, and marvelous tree houses.Author BiographyJohanna Basford is an illustrator and...

Brain Games - Sticker by Number: Blooms (24 Images to Sticker): Includes 2 Foil Sticker Sheets to Complete Each Image! - Paperback

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by Publications International Ltd (Author), New Seasons (Author), Brain Games (Author)Colorful images of beautiful, elegant flowers fill Sticker By Number: Blooms. Piece together sticker tiles to discover a variety of verdant, floral scenes. Features 24 flower images to sticker, including daisies, roses, and strawberry blossoms gathered in bouquets, arranged in vases, or growing outside among beetles and butterflies. Puzzle designs range in difficulty. Includes 18 regular sticker sheets ...

Niv, Teen Study Bible (for Life Issues You Face Every Day), Hardcover, Navy, Comfort Print - Hardcover

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by Lawrence O. Richards (Editor), Sue W. Richards (Editor), Zondervan (Author)The bestselling NIV Teen Study Bible helps teens apply God's Word to the issues they face every day!Full of study features that will help today's teen learn more about God, the Bible, and how God's Word relates to their lives, the NIV Teen Study Bible will help them keep in step with all God has done, is doing, and will do in the world. This NIV Bible for teens will help them discover the eternal truths of God's Wor...

How To Memorize Music: Your Step-By-Step Guide To Memorizing Music - Paperback

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by Howexpert Press (Author)In How to Memorize Music, HowExpert provides an easy to follow guide that will help you learn to memorize music. The guide begins the memorization process by advising you to build a solid foundation with the piece of music you want to memorize. When you can play the piece through from beginning to end with ease, you are ready to begin memorizing. How to Memorize Music presents information about how the brain works when you memorize something, and builds on those ide...

Drum Tuning: A Comprehensive Guide to Tuning Drums - Paperback

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by Larry Nolly (Editor), Larry Nolly (Author)Updated in 2012 this Third Edition of the highly acclaimed book Drum Tuning is an in-depth guide to tuning drums. It is written in an easy-to-read basic format that can benefit every drummer from beginner to pro. Endorsed by many pros, including Mitch Mitchell (drummer with Jimi Hendrix Experience), Kenny Aronoff, Carmine Appice and Hal Blaine. Drummers of all ages and levels can benefit by reading this book. The First Edition was written in 1988 a...

Start Playing Drums: A new method book designed for adults to learn to play the - Paperback

$17.53

by John Lamb (Author)Unlike any other how-to-drum book currently out there, this book is specifically geared to adults. Maybe you always wanted to play, but for whatever reason it never happened. Maybe you left music-making behind at some point and want to pick it back up. Either way, this book is designed for you. It is a focused introduction on how to play music with other people. After working your way through this book, you will be able to play music with a band, have fun, and sound good....

Relaxing Piano: A collection of peaceful piano solo pieces - Paperback

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by Juliano Music (Editor)Welcome to "Relaxing Piano Music," a captivating compilation of carefully selected piano solo pieces crafted by composer Juliano. Each composition in this book is designed to evoke a sense of tranquility, introspection, and meditation, making it perfect for both intermediate and advanced piano players seeking to immerse themselves in a musical journey of serenity. Whether you seek solace in the soothing melodies or aspire to enchant others with your performance, "Rela...

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by Music Journal (Author)The perfect gift for the songwriter in your life.This songwriting workbook contains space for 50 songs (4 pages per song)Each section contains: lyric pages, blank guitar tabs and chords, blank sheet music.Perfect for writing songs, especially on guitar. Number of Pages: 208 Dimensions: 0.44 x 11.02 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: February 23, 2017

Dead to the Core: An Almanack of the Grateful Dead - Paperback

$19.00

by Eric F. Wybenga (Author), E Wybenga (Author)The Grateful Dead have left us a musical bounty of thirty years and thousands of shows. Now Dead to the Core: An Almanack of the Grateful Dead takes Deadheads through the seasons and years of the Dead's dazzling array of music, with lavish treatment of those "bumper crop" eras from which their most succulent songs and shows can be harvested. It is part reference, part critical companion to the best the Dead have to offer, a work liberally stocked...

Kalimba. 37 Simple Songs from Around the World: Play by Number - Paperback

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by Helen Winter (Author)Music brings us together. We can better understand the people from all corners of the world, in all their wonderful diversity.We've gathered 37 different national songs adapted especially for kalimba including lyrics, classic sheet music, number-coded notation, and online audio tracks. The songbook is colorfully designed with national patterns. You will enjoy folk music, children's songs, hymns, popular melodies, and dances.This educational book will help you begin to ...

The Cambridge Companion to Brass Instruments - Paperback

$59.67

by Trevor Herbert (Author), Trevor Herbert (Editor), Jonathan Cross (Editor)The Cambridge Companion to Brass Instruments provides an overview of the history of brass instruments, and their technical and musical development. Much of the volume is devoted to the way brass instruments have been used in classical music, but there are also important contributions on the ancient world, non-Western music, vernacular and popular traditions and the rise of jazz. The editors are two of the most respect...

150 Years of Opera in Chicago - Hardcover

$102.51

by Robert C. Marsh (Author), Norman Pellegrini (Author)Chicago's love affair with opera began early, in 1850, when the frontier town welcomed its first traveling opera singers. A full house applauded the opening performance, but during a repeat performance the next day, the theater burned to the ground. Nonetheless, Chicago had been bitten by the opera bug, and it has never lost its enthusiasm for the art.More than sixty years--and many visiting opera companies--would pass before the city est...

Combination Drills: Developed Scales in Odd Meters, Volume 1. For Trumpet. - Paperback

$33.73

by Bryan Davis (Author)Combination Drills is a collection of Developed Scale exercises for Brass Instruments, designed to allow the aspiring brass wind musician to practice a variety of musical and technical skills simultaneously, thus unifying their airflow approach and getting the best value for their practice time. These exercises have been developed by Bryan Davis, a world-renowned Lead Trumpeter originally from the UK, who now lives and works in New York City. In addition to his busy pla...

The Mukhtar Method - Oud Beginners: Learn Oud - Paperback

$21.58

by Ahmed Mukhtar (Author)This book has been written for beginner Oud students with no experience playing the Oud. The objective of the course is to acquire the basic techniques used to play the Oud and understand the characteristics of the maqam music system by studying the eight primary maqamaat together with popular traditional repertoire. No previous musical knowledge is required to begin this course, as most music is notated as tablature, a visual representation which does not require an ...

Life and Times of The King Cool Elvis Presley: Fun Trivia Questions, Quizzes and Personality of Famous Artist: Elvis Presley Graceland Book - Paperback

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by Peggy Allport (Author)Elvis Presley also known simply as Elvis, was an American singer, musician and actor. He is regarded as one of the most significant cultural icons of the 20th century and is often referred to as the "King of Rock and Roll" or simply "the King"This book is the latest title to test your knowledge in the Trivia Quiz Book series. All of our trivia quiz books were written to keep you entertained while challenging you to some tough trivia questions on Elvis Presley.This boo...

The Practice of Practice: How to Boost Your Music Skills - Paperback

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by Jonathan Harnum (Author)Talent means nothing when it comes to getting better. Practice is everything. But exactly what is good practice? How does good practice create talent? And what in the world does a pinwheel have to do with practice? The focus of this book is music practice, but these techniques and mindsets can be applied to any skill you want to improve.This book covers essential practice strategies and mindsets you won't find in any other book. You'll learn the What, Why, When, Whe...

Kalimba. 50 Traditional British and American Songs for Kids: Song Book for Beginners - Paperback

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by Helen Winter (Author)Learn how to play music in a quick and easy way, without knowledge of reading sheet music. Playing by notes is difficult for beginners, but here you can play simply following numbers. This learning book will help you begin to play music simply and easily. This is a universal songbook and it is suitable for any 8 -, 10 - or 17- note kalimbas and mbiras. This thumb piano songbook for beginners includes not only numbers but also classic sheet music and it is helpful in de...

This Is All a Dream We Dreamed: An Oral History of the Grateful Dead - Hardcover

$45.99

by Blair Jackson (Author), David Gans (Author)In This Is All a Dream We Dreamed, two of the most well-respected chroniclers of the Dead, Blair Jackson and David Gans, reveal the band's story through the words of its members, their creative collaborators and peers, and a number of diverse fans, stitching together a multitude of voices into a seamless oral tapestry. Capturing the ebullient spirit at the group's core, Jackson and Gans weave together a musical saga that examines the music and sub...

Guitar Identification: A Reference Guide to Serial Numbers for Dating the Guitars Made by Fender, Gibson, Gretsch & Martin - Paperback

$35.91

by A. R. Duchossoir (Author)GUITAR IDENTIFICATION A REFERENCE FOR DATING GUITARS MADE BY FENDER 4TH EDITION Number of Pages: 94 Dimensions: 0.25 x 10.92 x 8.58 IN Publication Date: June 01, 2008

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by Jimmy Sica (Author), Stu Segal (Author)A quick, easy approach to reading drum music. Maybe you're a brand new drummer, or maybe you've been playing for years; in either case, you want to learn to read drum music. Whether you're a novice performer or a professional musician, Stu and Jimmy's easy explanations and clear examples make "How To Read Drum Music" as easy as A-B-C.Each of the aspects of drum music are presented simply, clearly, as is the related musical notation. "How To Read Drum ...

Music Performance: The Musician's Guide to Mastering the Art of Performance - Paperback

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by David Dumais (Author)MUSIC PERFORMANCE: A GUIDE FOR ALL MUSICIANSLearn all of the best strategies, tips, tricks, and techniques used for improving your performance skills from many of the greatest musicians in the world...all for less than the price of a coffee Do you want to improve your performance skills? Are you struggling with nerves when performing? Do you dream of having a career as a professional performing artist?I decided to write this book because for many years, I struggled wit...