Touching from a Distance: Ian Curtis and Joy Division
by Deborah Curtis
from Faber & Faber
Revered by his peers -- Bono described his voice as "holy" -- and idolized by his fans, Ian Curtis left behind a legacy rich in artistic genius. He was a mesmerizing performer on stange, yet also introverted and prone to mode swings. Engimantic to the last, Ian Curtis died by his own hand on 18 May 1980.
Touching from a Distance describes Curtis's life from his early teenage years to his premature death on the eve of Joy Division's first American tour. It tells how, with a wife, child and impending international fame, he was seduced by the glory of an early grave. What were the reasons for his fascination with death? Were his dark, brooding lyrics an artistic exorcism? In Touching from a Distance Curtis's widow, Deborah, explains the drama of his life and the tragedy of his death.
Includes discography, gig list and a full set of Curtis's lyrics, some of which appear in print for the first time.
Rise Up Singing: The Group Singing Songbook (15th Anniversary Edition)
from Sing Out Publications
Pitch Perfect: The Quest for Collegiate A Cappella Glory
by Mickey Rapkin
from Gotham
Pitch Perfect is a behind-the-scenes look at the bizarre, often inspiring world of collegiate a cappella groups.
The first collegiate a cappella group, the Yale Whiffenpoofs, was founded by Cole Porter back in 1909. But what had been largely an Ivy League phenomenon has, in the past fifteen years, exploded. And it’s not what you think. There are now more than 1,200 a cappella groups at colleges across the country. The very best of these collegiate groups square off in the annual International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella—a showdown marked by wrenching close calls and exhilarating triumphs. And, really, where else can you hear Michael Jackson’s “Bad” in four-part harmony?
In Pitch Perfect, GQ editor Mickey Rapkin follows a season in a cappella through all its twists and turns, covering the breathtaking displays of vocal talent, the groupies (yes, a cappella singers have groupies), the rockstar partying (and run-ins with the law), and all the bitter rivalries. Along the way are encounters with boldfaced names such as President George W. Bush, Prince, David Letterman, Barack Obama, Barbra Streisand, Hillary Clinton, Marisa Tomei, Amanda Bynes, Nick Lachey, Merv Griffin, Jim Carrey, MicrosoftÂ’s Paul Allen, John Legend, and Jessica Biel.
At the heart of the narrative are three a cappella groups whose interactions are anything but harmonious: the historic Tufts Beelzebubs, founded more than forty years ago with 40,000 albums sold since—and struggling to record a new album that lives up to the hype; Divisi of the University of Oregon, a relatively new, all-female group attempting to overcome a loss in the 2005 championship; and the University of Virginia Hullabahoos, the so-called bad boys of collegiate a cappella, who will attempt to compete on a higher level this year while retaining their casual soul.
Bringing a lively new twist to AmericaÂ’s fascination with talent showdowns and peerless performers, Pitch Perfect is sure to strike a chord with readers.
The Beatles - Complete Scores
by The Beatles
from Hal Leonard Corporation
A fitting tribute to possibly the greatest pop band ever The Beatles! This outstanding hard-cover edition features over 1100 pages with full scores and lyrics to all 213 titles recorded by The Beatles. Guitar and bass parts are in both standard notation and tablature. Also includes a full discography. The book is packaged in its own protective box. A must-own for any serious Beatles fan or collector!
The Ultimate Fake Book: C Chord, 4th Edition
from Hal Leonard
This fake book is a cornerstone for many musicians' libraries. With over 1200 songs in all styles of music, this third edition has been updated to include even more great songs and recent hits. From jazz standards to Broadway blockbusters and country classics to pop chart-toppers, this book has the songs you're looking for all in one convenient collection. It is comb-bound with locked tabs to ensure long-lasting durability. Songs include: Alfie All the Things You Are Always And So It Goes Autumn in New York Beauty and the Beast Brazil Blue Skies Body and Soul Call Me Irresponsible Can't Help Falling in Love Candy Caravan Change the World Cry Me a River Duke of Earl Easter Parade Edelweiss Endless Love Everyday A Foggy Day Friends in Low Places Georgia on My Mind Heart and Soul Here's That Rainy Day How Deep Is the Ocean (How High Is the Sky) I Love Paris I Shot the Sheriff I'm Always Chasing Rainbows I've Got the World on a String The Impossible Dream Isn't It Romantic? It's Only a Paper Moon The Lady Is a Tramp Lazy River Let's Fall in Love Love Is Here to Stay Makin' Whoopee! Memory Mona Lisa Moon River Moonlight in Vermont My Funny Valentine My Heart Will Go On Oh, Pretty Woman Operator Piano Man Precious and Few Release Me Roxanne Satin Doll Small World Somewhere Out There Sophisticated Lady Speak Softly, Love (Love Theme from 'The Godfather') Splish Splash ...
Celtic Woman Songbook (Piano, Vocal, Chords)
from Alfred Publishing
Arranged For Piano & Guitar With Lyrics, Chords & Chord Frames. Includes all vocal parts, some songs include solo instrumental parts. Twenty-six of the most popular songs as performed by the Celtic Woman vocalists and instrumentalists. This songbook also contains pages of photos of the Celtic Woman in concert. The arrangements in this collection have been approved by Celtic Woman musical director David Downes. This is a must have for all Celtic Woman fans! Contents: Ave Maria, Beyond The Sea, The Blessing, The Butterfly, Caledonia, Carrickfergus, Danny Boy, Dulaman, Isle Of Inisfree, Lascia Ch'io Pianga, Mo Chile Mear, Nella Fantasia, One World, Over The Rainbow, The Prayer, Scarborough Fair, Send Me A Song, She Moved Thru The Fair, Shenandoah, Siulil A Run, The Sky, The Dawn And The Sun, The Soft Goodbye, Someday, Vivaldi's Rain, The Voice, You Raise Me Up
Jimmy Buffett Concert Handbook
by Elizabeth & John Encarnacion
from Cider Mill Press
Over the years, Jimmy Buffett’s yearly concert tours have evolved into beach-themed extravaganzas. That’s where this comprehensive handbook to all the great goings-on comes in. It’s got essential Parrothead information, from details about Buffett’s music to background on the band to stories behind some of his famous songs.
The Disney Collection (Easy Piano Series)
from Hal Leonard Corporation
Over 50 Disney delights, including: Ballad of Davy Crockett The Bare Necessities Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo Candle on the Water Chim Chim Cher-ee A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes Heigh-Ho (7 Dwarfs Marching Song) It's A Small World Kiss the Girl The Siamese Cat Song Someday My Prince Will Come Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious Under the Sea When You Wish Upon a Star Winnie the Pooh Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah and more.
Spring Awakening - Vocal Selections
from Hal Leonard
Based on a controversial 1891 German play, Duncan Sheik and Steven Sater turned the story into an exciting rock musical that went on to win eight Tony Awards in 2007 including the coveted best musical. Our piano/vocal selections feature 17 of the songs, including: All That's Known * The Bitch of Living * The Dark I Know Well * I Believe * Mama Who Bore Me * My Junk * Those You've Known * Touch Me * The Word of Your Body * and more. This souvenir folio also includes great color photos from the Broadway production. PARENTAL ADVISORY: EXPLICIT LYRICS
R.E.M: Hello
from Chronicle Books
R.E.M. has risen from cult college radio status to sell more than 100 million records worldwide and be inducted in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Released to coincide with their world tour and new album, this gorgeous photo book captures the band on- and offstage with rare and intimate access for the first time. David Belisle has photographed and traveled with R.E.M. for the past seven years; his dynamic images and insider's perspective capture the band's performances, recording and video sessions, but also reveal its members in personal spaces that only the band and their closest friends inhabit. Handwritten captions by the band and an introduction by Michael Stipe add context and insight to a must-have document for fans.
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