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Legal Companion
Do you find the legal aspects of the music business daunting? Are you concerned about the costs of attorneys? |
Music Business
At last, a concise, complete and well documented guide to the music business! Written by one of the industry's top entertainment lawyers. |
Get A Job
Live your dream of a life in music! If you dream about a career in the music industry, this book is for you. |
Succeeding In Music
Written for both musicians and musical entrepreneurs, this updated and revised, user-friendly guide spells out the fundamentals of business and finanance. |
Songwriter's Market
This completely revised and updated 31st annual edition of Songwriter's Market provides must-have information you need to get your songs heard and signed. No matter what the genre – from rock or hip-hop to classical or country. |
Getting Gigs
Getting more gigs doesn't just happen. Budget cuts mean fewer possiblee gigs – but there are always some musicians who do exceptionally well - find out how in this book.
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Recording
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Home Studio
With the explosion of project studio gear available, it's easier than ever to create pro-quality music at home. |
Drum Recording
Recording acoustic drums is one of the toughest challenges faced by every audio engineer. |
Pro Tools Studio
Your Pro Tools Studio gives you the information you need to set up your own home or project studio using Pro Tools LE or M-Powered as your digital audio workstation. |
Home Studio Clinic
Open a music gear catalog and it's bursting with an incredible array of tools available for home recording: recorders, software, interfaces, microphones, and more. |
Recording Tips
Get ahead in the business. Be the engineer everyone wants to hire. Achieve success with the very best recordings. |
Recording Handbook
A comprehensive and accessible guide to making music on a home computer, this book is perfect for beginners. |
| Music Production |
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Music Production
Now there's an easy way to learn how to record tracks on your home computer, create MIDI files, and master your own CDs. |
Sampling Book
This book provides a complete step-by-step presentation of all of the sampling skills one would need to master this technology. |
Desktop Studio
Home recording using computers is one of the fastest growth segments in music. |
Producing Music
Producing Music with Digital Performer is a comprehensive guide to the features and strategies behind one of the most powerful pieces of music production software. |
Cakewalk Synthesizers
This book shows you how to operate and get the best results from their complete range of synths, from those bundled with Cakewalk's main products. |
Audio Post-Production
When any kind of sound-track is added to a picture track, whether it's the dialog of a movie, a jingle to a commercial, or the multimedia track of an online or CD-ROM video, the soundtrack is added after the movie itself is produced. |
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How MIDI Works
The revised 6th edition of this easy-to-use book is written in simple English and assumes no prior background with MIDI. Starting with the computer, How MIDI Works takes readers all the way through MIDI, sequencing and digital audio recording. |
MIDI Manual
Written as an all-around guide to MIDI technology, this manual provides a close-up look at the industry's top products and teaches you how to integrate them with your computer. |
CUBASE 4
Cubase 4 contains hundreds of advanced features expanding the possibiities in using it far beyond the beginner user's skill set. |
Propellerhead Reason2
Get up and running with Propellerhead Reason 2 in no time! The expert authors begin by explaining how to install and set up the program on a Mac or PC and then walk you through every separate Reason device with hands-on tutorials. |
Pro Tools Shortcuts
This indispensable guide provides a complete list of over 250 shortcuts to help you get the most out of Pro Tools with the least effort. Each shortcut shows the key combination needed on both Mac and Windows, what it does, in what context the command is available, and other important features. |
MIDI Orchestration
The Guide to MIDI Orchestration is the first and only text written to help composers and orchestrators maximize the realism of their virtual orchestrations. The 704-page hardback is now in its 3rd edition and features full color printing, score examples and color photography throughout. |
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Mobile DJ
Here is the revised edition of the world's bestselling disc jockey book, which has helped many thousands of mobiles to build their business and incomes. Thoroughly updated, this new volume covers the nuts-and-bolts issues that so often evade newcomers, and is a vital reference for experienced pros. |
Loops and Grooves
Loops and Grooves is an overview of the technology and art of making music with loops by a nationally recognized expert on music technology. The book surveys the fundamentals and evolution of loop-based composition and explores in depth the power of current groove-making technology. |
Hip Hop & Rap
Rap music's place within the global pantheon of pop culture was forever solidified when Webster's decided to add the slang term “def” to the dictionary. Once considered an outsider art form, the music that originated from the streets of New York City has now become the new rock'n'roll, a major force dictating the trends of the day. |
DJs & turntable culture
Step behind the wheels of steel and into the world of professional DJs. The World of DJs and the Turntable Culture is the only book that clearly and thoroughly teaches the tools, technologies and techniques of contemporary DJing. |
DJ Sales & Marketing
The DJ Sales and Marketing Handbook provides a roadmap to maximizing your profits as a disc jockey. Renowned DJ Stacy Zemon reveals proven techniques and creative approaches to your success and future...
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Country Fried Soul
Hip-hop is the biggest youth movement in the world today, and leading the way is the new sound of the South, exemplified by platinum and multi-platinum artists like OutKast, Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz, Ludacris, Ying Yang Twins and 8Ball and MJG. |
| Song Books |
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Mysheetmusic.net
Over 40,000 digital sheet music titles ready to download! No more driving to the music store to pick up the latest piece of music for your students or for that upcoming gig. Simply click, play and print.
Mysheetmusic.net allows you to transpose to any key, audition it and then save and print! It's that easy! There are several formats available, including piano, easy piano, tab, bass tab, guitar, easy guitar, choral and much more. Check it out today!
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Top Hits Of 2007
Song Book
Features 19 searing songs from the top of the charts of 2007. Beautiful Liar
Because Of You , Before He Cheats , Big Girls Don't Cry, Change , Everything, February Song , Girlfriend, Home
It's Not Over , Look After You , Makes Me Wonder
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R&B Songbook
Songbook & CD
Play with the CD Series Piano Volume 6.
Each volume in this remarkable series includes a CD of the original master recordings of these classic songs.
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Guaraldi Collection
Along with Dave Brubeck, Vince Guaraldi was one of the leading pianists to rise to prominence from the California Bay Area scene.
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Solo Jazz Piano
A step-by-step approach to solo jazz improvisation for piano. Learn to improvise using the techniques pioneered by piano greats Lenny Tristano and Dave McKenna. |
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Ultimate Vocal Voyage
Daniel Zangger is the first Swedish singing voice specialist to scientifically study the functioning of the rock, pop and soul voice.
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The Hammond Organ
Now fully updated, The Hammond Organ: Beauty in the B traces the technological and artistic evolution of the B-3 and other tonewheel organs, as well as the whirling Leslie speakers that catapulted the Hammond sound into history. |
Gibson Bible
This package provides an audio visual guide to Gibson's classic guitars, combining a detailed book listing all important products in Gibson's history with a DVD. In the DVD's main feature, author Dave Hunter and guitar legend Carl Verheyen tell the story of Gibson electric guitars.
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Fingerstyle - Guitar
12 instrumental compositions and arrangements from Acoustic Guitar magazine by today's best fingerstyle players. Hear all the original artist performances on the CD and then use the clear, accurate song transcriptions in notes & TAB to bring their songs to life on guitar.
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Bass Secrets
Bass Secrets brings together 48 columns highlighting specific topics – ranging from the technical to the philosophical – from masters such as Stu Hamm, Randy Coven, Tony Franklin and Billy Sheehan.Topics including tapping, walking bass lines, soloing, hand positions, harmonics and more.
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The Drum Book
The Drum Book tells the story of the rock drum kit, from the moment Ringo Starr began to thrash his Ludwig kit to the diverse styles of today's players. This expanded and updated edition celebrates in loving detail the music and the drummers that inspired change and invention, and in doing so, changed the sound of music forever. |
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Pro Tools Level 1
Pro Tools is one of the recording industries most powerful DAW workstations. In this first tutorial of three from ASK Video you will get the foundation you to need to start harnessing the power of this world renowned program. The Pro Tools Tutorial DVD Level 1 is ideal for new Pro Tools users. |
Cubase 4 Level 1
Level 1 of 3 in the Cubase 4 ASK Video learning series. Learn everything from basic setup and tools to audio and MIDI recording, editing and mixing. This video tutorial is a must for every Cubase user, whether you are just starting out or a seasoned pro. |
Mixing With The Pros
In this video, James Tuttle will show you how EQs, compressors, limiters, reverbs, delays, amp simulators, automation, and mastering plugins are all used to craft a mix that has clarity, depth, punch, pop, and sizzle. You'll get to see how and when each are introduced and how the entire mix is adjusted continuously as more and more elements are added.
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Secrets Of The Pros - Mix
You don't need a lot of money to create professional recordings, but you do need the expertise. You will speed through years of trial and error so you can focus on creating music instead of spending all your time trying to figure out the best way to make the gear work. Over three hours of professional advice and instructions.
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Sound Forge 9
Video tutorials covering all aspects of audio recording, editing, and mastering with Sony Sound Forge 9 audio production software. Also covers Sony CD Architect 5.2 CD creation and mastering software. Includes project examples. These Sound Forge tutorials are a complete guide to audio recording, editing and mastering with Sound Forge.
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Guitar Course
2 CDs and a DVD!
An “owner’s manual” approach to your instrument, filled with illustrations. Learn how to set up your instrument, play repertoire of songs, and take care of your instrument. The Complete Absolute Beginners Course provides a total learning system.
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Live Sound Reinforce!
Based on the bestselling MixBooks title, the Live Sound Reinforcement deluxe DVD is for anyone serious about operating professional sound reinforcement equipment – whether you run sound for a rock band, mix acoustic performers in a small club or want to understand the best way to set up the PA in your house of worship.
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Crank It Up
The live concert business is exploding; hundreds of acts are hitting the road every year, and whatever style music they play, they need to sound great. How can you be at the controls for these show? Learn from this book! Meet 72 of the world's finest front-of-house and monitor engineers, and listen as they reveal what gear they use and how. |
Church Sound Systems
This easy-to-understand book is for everyone involved with church sound: sound people, worship teams, clergy and others. Whether you want to design a new system or get the most out of the one you have, this handy guide will help you let your message be heard! It covers everything you need to know about: design and layout of your sound system.
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The Touring Musician
The Touring Musician helps performers at all levels of experience to take control of their careers. Packed with practical information as well as amusing and enlightening anecdotes, this invaluable handbook guides musicians in applying sound business practices to band travel by: evaluating assets • creating an action plan • researching, negotiating, and booking venues.
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Live Sound Manual
From faders to frequencies, microphones to mixing, pink noise to polarity, this is the all-inclusive manual for creating the finest sound for live performances. It applies to the entire range of stage performers and their equipment – solo acoustic guitar and vocal, full-scale band requiring complex amplification, or electronica DJ working multiple turntables.
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The Tour Book
Playing live is an integral part of the success of any musician, band, or artist. So how do you make sure your show has the maximum impact? How do you appear professional and knowledgeable in an industry that has its own conventions, language, and baffling technical terms? How do you get booked into a venue and get paid? |
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Acoustic Legends HD
Presenting 40,000 of the finest acoustic guitars in the world, sampled in glorious high definition 24-bit 96kHz stereo, now available in this premium three-DVD, 19 gigabyte collection. This broad collection of acoustic guitars is sampled in the finest detail in a variety of playing styles, including picked notes, finger picked notes, natural and artificial harmonics, harmonic chords, mutes, chords, release layers, and even fret noise sampled for each guitar. |
LA Drums Vol 2
This is the second installment of one of the best drum performance products ever! Our LA session drummers are back in the studio with more solid, plush beats in all the styles and genres you need. Impeccable timing, tons of variation, and loads of originality... everything you need from the perfect session drummer. Of course a variety of micing techniques and recording set-ups were used in one of Hollywood's top recording studios to bring you the best sound no matter what your needs. |
Funk City
Like a blast from the past the legendary Funk Soul Brothers return to bring you Funk City: a collection of funked-up construction kits featuring slammin' drums, groovin' percussion, slappin' bass, greazy funk guitar, slippery synths, vocal bits, and big horn section! If you're looking for old school and nu school Funk & Soul, you've come to the right place: Funk City.
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Acid City Jazz
A collection 30 massive construction kits (over 1300 loops) of downtempo, retro and free jazz styles infused with a hip hop groove. Inspired by the music of artists such as Guru, Herbie Hancock, Digable Planets, Donald Byrd, De La Soul, The Pharcyde, Groove Collective, and Jazzhole. ACID JAZZ CITY includes live and programmed drums, turntables, acoustic bass, guitar, keyboards, tenor sax, trumpet, flute, synths, congas, bongos and hand percussion. |
The Edge II
Here it is…the set you've been waiting for if you're just starting out or simply on a tight budget, THE EDGE EDITION, VOLUME II brings you a definitive collection of quality sound effects at a great price.
Produced as a follow up to The Edge Edition, this 5 disc set combines the best effects from a variety of sound categories that can be used on any of your projects - aircrafts, household gadgets, weapons, whooshes and everything in between - can be found in this collection.
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Heat Seekers
This is the hot stuff! If you're looking for the most current and popular hip-hop sounds out, then you got to pick up this new joint. Heat Seekers features a pile of construction kits aimed squarely at those seeking to make hits! These sounds are dominating hip-hop clubs and radio stations from coast to coast. With blazin' beats, thick bass lines, nasty synth, tight horns, strings and more, these kits are pushin it to another level. You'll get more than 1900 loops in 50 construction kits ranging from 70 - 140 bpm. |
