This unique and multidimensional resource for students teachers and musicians explains 2 300 musical terms through three different methods: Written definitions Music notation Audio extracts From acciaccatura and fragmentation to ostinato and vihuela - each one is linked to a scored and audio example. DICTIONARY Musical terms are defined covering western music from the dark ages to the 20th Century. The definitions are backed up by an extensive reference section including eight chapters on the elements of music: Rhythm metre and tempo Tonality modalityand atonality Melody figuration and ornamentation Counterpoint Harmony Timbre and texture The structure of music Style genre and historical context SCORED EXAMPLES Each musical term in the dictionary is linked to a specially prepared score. For ease of use precise timings are given so that readers can identify the exact points at which particular compositional details can be heard. RECORDINGS Each scored example can be heard on audio CD. There are 274 recorded extracts in total completing this unique resource. 'The Rhinegold Dictionary of Music in Sound is beautifully put together clear unstuffy and thorough. I wish it had been around when I was studying music at school and university with its long-overdue collation of written explanations notated music examples and sound clips in one nifty box. The placing of musical terminology in its historical context is particularly welcome and possibly unique on so generous a scale. I am already using it in my research for a new TV series and love the easy cross-referencing. Delia Smith for music. First rate.' Howard Goodall David Bowman was for 20 years director of music at Ampleforth College and a chief examiner

Learn to play the ukulele and open up a brand new world of musical knowledge with this exciting method from Alfred Music. Beginners of all ages can start their journey to a lifetime of musical enjoyment. Beginning with the fundamentals, you will learn about the history of the ukulele, its components, how to hold and tune it, and getting acquainted with standard musical notation. You will then move right along to playing different notes, chords, scales, and songs, lesson by lesson, all while continuing to increase your ever-growing knowledge of reading and understanding standard musical notation and playing a variety of well-known songs. You will learn different strumming techniques to help you play in a variety of musical styles. The book also contains a section teaching you how to play by ear. Upon completion of the book, you will be able to play your favorite songs on the ukulele in any key and know how to read music. The book features the following resources for reference during and after your lessons: * Transposition chart * Dictionary of tablature techniques * Ukulele fingerboard chart * Complete ukulele chord dictionary The accompanying DVD provides live performances that demonstrate how the music should sound, on-screen music and MP3 audio for every song and lessons hosted by performer and educator, Julia Jordan. This book teaches entirely in C tuning. The D tuning edition of Alfred's Teach Yourself to Play Ukulele (item 14135) is available from your favorite music retailer and at Alfred.com. Be your own teacher, and let Alfred Music be your resource every step of the way. / Ukulélé

Includes over 1,400 unique scale and mode patterns for all 12 keys. Alfred's Mini Music Guides provide essential information in a convenient size. Take these books anywhere you want to go. With over 120 patterns for the scales and modes in each of the 12 keys, Guitar Scale Dictionary is the most useful compact scale dictionary available. Features * Fingerings in standard notation, TAB, and fretboard diagrams * Introduction to music theory to give you a complete understanding of how to use scales and modes in soloing * Over 60 unique scales and modes in each key * The most practical and essential scale patterns * Two positions on the neck for every scale * For acoustic and electric guitarists / Guitare

Sachworterbuch-Santorella?s Dictionary of Music Terms packed with over 2 500 concisely defined music terms and theory reference charts serves as a fantastic ?quick? glossary guide for study of music. The alphabetic listing of definitions is expected but the additional reference materials including Notation Meters Key Signatures Scales Modes Intervals Signs Composers Periods and Seating Arrangements for assorted ensembles set it apart from any other pocket dictionary in print. This Santorella Publication is an absolute must for every music student.

The Ultimate Guide for the Choral Director-Book/Video Pack. Dictionary of Dance features over 450 choreography terms defined and demonstrated with the music teacher in mind. The movements are alphabetized and numbered for ease of use with easy to follow definitions diagrams and dozens of demonstration photos for further visual reference. The video features step-by-step instruction of these movements as demonstrated by John Jacobson and 4 student dance models and presented in the same order as the book version for your quick reference. Sold separately or together in a pak this book & video reference is a must for your music library! Available: Book Video (set of 2) Book/Video pak. For all ages.

The most contemporary music dictionary on the market comprising: Notation and theory terms Instruments including folk and ethnic Pop music electronic music and music business terms. More than 450 capsule biographies of composers and musicians noting dates of birth and death nationality historical period areas of composition and major works. Also includes Instant at-a-glance summaries of the essentials of music: Notation signs and symbols Scales modes and keysignatures.

Plus de 1100 doigtés d'accords pour les 12 touches!Mini Guides de musique d'Alfred fournissent des informations essentielles dans un format pratique. Prenez ces livres partout où vous voulez aller. Avec plus de 1.100 doigtés d'accords uniques pour tous les 12 touches, Guitar Chord Dictionary est le dictionnaire d'accords compact le plus utile.traits* Facile à suivre le guide de référence pour tous les guitaristes* Les doigtés plus pratiques et essentielles* Un facile à comprendre introduction à la théorie de l'accord de base* Section sur la construction et l'utilisation accords barrés mobiles* Voicings unique pour chaque clé* Pour les guitaristes acoustiques et électriques / Guitare

The Ultimate Guide for the Choral Director-DICTIONARY OF DANCE features over 450 choreography terms defined and demonstrated with the music teacher in mind. The movements are alphabetized and numbered for ease of use with easy to follow definitions diagrams and dozensof demonstration photos for further visual reference. The video features step-by-step instruction of these movements as demonstrated by John Jacobson and 4 student dance models and presented in the same order as the book versionfor your quick reference. Sold separately or together in a pak this book & video reference is a must for your music library!Available: Book Video (set of 2) Book/Video pak. For all ages.

The Essential Dictionary Of Orchestration is a useful resource perfect for all musicians from amateur to professional. The little book explains specific characteristics of each instrument and also describes dynamic and tonal qualities of each register. It contains complete and practical ranges and transpositions and includes overall general information and scoring tips.This is an excellent pocket reference book for composers arrangers orchestrators and students as it provides you with all the top-tips and essential information you need to know!

Mandolin Technique-Pocket dictionary of Mandolin chords by Charles Allen with instructions how to read the chords and tuning guide.

A comprehensive reference to terms used in the performance creation and study of music today. Covering instrumental and voice performance audio technology production music business and other dimensions of the modern music industry its 3 400 entries include many terms that are common among practicing musicians but are found in no other dictionary.At the same time it incorporates traditional terminology from early music to the present and across diverse cultures as well as clarifying customary instrumental abbreviations and foreign language terms. Comprehensive lists of scales and chord symbol suffixes are itemized in the appendices.

This chord dictionary includes over 100 rock chord forms from open-position chords to barre chords and drop-tunings with a comprehensive glossary of the essential chords in all 12 keys. It is organized to reveal relationshipsbetween different types of chords and help you learn the voicings quickly and thoroughly in a way that is easy to remember. You will improve your comping and soloing develop your fingerboard facility and add more colours to yourharmonic palette.

This handy reference guide fits into your Ukele case and is organized in a unique dictionary style permitting you to locate any chord quickly. A great source not just for chords but also includes an introduction to the instrument and the basics of music theory. This clearly presented and illustrated guide to playing the most commonly used chords in music is an essential tool for all Ukulele players.