The Galpin Society European Musical Instruments Edinburgh International Festival 1968 Editor

. Wear to covers and corners. Covers soiled, slightly foxed and worn to corners and margins. With price sticker to front cover. Plate XXV to plate XXXII dented to fore-edges and corners. ; Book. Good .

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Book number: 35802

Catalogue: Music

ALLEN, DAEVID

Error Australis Box. University of Errors. Astral Asian Invasion 2011. Sparkasse for Starters or Ausfart in Bonn. Php the Remarkable Story of the the Pot Head Pixies.

Bracketpress, 2015. First Edition; First Impression. Original box. All box set components in very good condition with only light signs of wear. The outer box is in very good condition but is slightly worn & lightly stained in a way that doesn't show up on our pictures. ; Number 49 of 100. An extraordinarylimited edition publication by Bracketpress for Daevid Allen, the musician known for his involvement in the avant-garde rock group Gong. Box set includes: a two-page introduction from the publishers; Error Australis - a 48pp hardback tour diary with colour photos, illustrations & decorated boards; The Remarkable Story of the Pot Head Pixies - a 7-page chapbook; an illustrated card wrapped in polka dot tissue paper; Sparkasse for Starters - a 12pp pamphlet with a single sqaure of toilet paper in its own envelope. All in very good condition with only light signs of wear. The outer box is in very good condition but is slightly worn & lightly stained in a way that doesn't show up on our pictures. ; 19 x 19.5 x 2.4 cms; Daevid Allen was an influential figure in the world of progressive rock, best known as the founder of the band Gong. His work spans music, art, philosophy, and conceptual storytelling, often blending surrealism, humor, and spirituality. Allen’s approach was eclectic and avant-garde, heavily influenced by his interest in mysticism, Eastern philosophies, and a desire to break away from traditional musical forms. Allen’s musical career began in the late 1960s, where he became known for his role in the formation of the Canterbury scene, a group of experimental musicians in the UK. He was involved with bands like Soft Machine and Gong, where he merged jazz, rock, and psychedelia in groundbreaking ways. His work with Gong is where he made the most significant impact, blending complex jazz rock with spiritual and mystical themes. One of the key elements of Allen’s work was his creation of the Gong universe, a whimsical and surreal narrative woven throughout their albums. This universe involved characters like the Pot Head Pixies, Zero the Hero, and The Radio Gnome Invisible, creating an elaborate mythology that tied into the band’s music. The blend of humor and deep philosophical themes gave Gong a unique position within the progressive rock movement, where their music was often both intellectually stimulating and deeply psychedelic. Allen was also known for his solo work, where he continued his exploration of similar themes but often in a more intimate or experimental format. His albums often combined storytelling with music, and his projects like University of Errors and The Pot Head Pixies continued to explore his fascination with mythology, the absurd, and the intersections between the metaphysical and the everyday. Beyond his music, Allen was a painter and a writer, using these mediums to further explore and express his unique worldview. His work often transcended typical rock music, venturing into the realms of conceptual art and performance. His albums, such as Banana Moon and The University of Errors, are emblematic of his approach: mixing playful, surreal themes with complex, layered compositions. Throughout his career, Daevid Allen’s work remained a celebration of individuality, imagination, and the exploration of the unknown, making him an enduring figure in the world of progressive rock and avant-garde music. His unique combination of humor, spirituality, and surreal storytelling continues to influence artists within and outside the genre.. Very Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 63281

Catalogue: Music

Keywords: British English Humour Prog Cult

BALCELLS COMAS, PERE-ALBERT

Autorretrato de Mozart

Muntaner, Barcelona: El Acantilado, 2000. Softcover. ISBN: 849535926X. Slight wear to spine, covers and corners. Covers slightly scratched. ; Book. Very Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 35366

Catalogue: Music

Keywords: 849535926x French Language Classical

COLEMAN, BRIAN

Check the Technique. Liner Notes for Hip-Hop Junkies

New York: Villard Books, 2007. First Edition; Fourth Impression. Original Wrappers. Slight wear to spine, covers & corners. ; 23.1 x 18.7 x 3.5 cm; 523 pages; Foreword by Ahmir Thompson. Photos by B+. An updated and hugely expanded edition of the underground classic Rakim Told Me.. Very Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 62763

Catalogue: Music

Keywords: Hip Hop

DUFFY, TIMOTHY (EDITOR); FOREWORD BY B. B. KING

Music Makers. Portraits and Songs from the Roots of America

Chapel Hill, North Carolina: The University of North Carolina Press, 2019. First Paperback Edition. Original Wrappers. ISBN: 1469651696. With plates and illustrations. Slight wear to spine, covers & corners. Crease in top corner of back cover. ; 8vo oblong; xi. 193 pages. Very Good+ with no dust jacket .

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Book number: LCB85468

Catalogue: Music

Keywords: 1469651696 Blues Jazz Country R& American History

GRIFFITHS, PAUL

A Guide to Electronic Music

London: Thames and Hudson, 1979. First Edition. Original decorated wrappers. ISBN: 0500272034. Slight soiling & foxing to fore & bottom edges. Top edge foxed & soiled. Covers, spine & corners somewhat worn & soiled. ; Slight soiling & foxing to fore & bottom edges. Top edge foxed & soiled. Covers, spine & corners somewhat worn & soiled. ; 20 x 13.3 x 11.2 cms; 128 pages; Paul Griffiths (born 24 November 1947) is a British music critic, novelist, and librettist, renowned for his extensive writings on modern classical music. He studied biochemistry at Lincoln College, Oxford, earning both a BA and an MSc. Transitioning to music criticism in 1971, Griffiths joined The New Grove Dictionary of Music and Musicians in 1973 and later served as chief music critic for The Times (1982–1992) , The New Yorker (1992–1996) , and The New York Times (1997–2005). Griffiths has authored numerous books on contemporary music, including Modern Music: A Concise History from Debussy to Boulez (1978) and Modern Music and After: Directions Since 1945 (1995). His 1979 publication, A Guide to Electronic Music, offers an accessible overview of electronic instruments, tape music, synthesizers, and computer-controlled compositions, aiming to elucidate the background and suggest criteria for judgment in this evolving genre. Beyond criticism, Griffiths has written libretti for operas such as Tan Dun's Marco Polo (1996) and Elliott Carter's What Next? (1999). His novels, including Myself and Marco Polo (1989) and let me tell you (2008) , have received critical acclaim, with the former winning the 1990 Commonwealth Writers' Prize for Best First Novel in the Europe and South Asia region. In recognition of his contributions to music and literature, Griffiths was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 2014.. Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 63100

Catalogue: Music

Keywords: 0500272034 Composers Keyboards Radio Musique Concrete Sound Art Listening Guides Digital Stockhausen Varese

GRUEN, JOHN & KEN HEYMAN

The Private World of Leonard Bernstein

New York: Ridge Press & Viking Press, 1968. First Edition. Original decorated boards. Light wear to spine, covers & corners. Dustjacket: clear plastic with printed text, front intact but rear significantly cracked & torn (see picture). ; With plates & illustrations. From the library of David Collyer. Light wear to spine, covers & corners. Dustjacket: clear plastic with printed text, front intact but rear significantly cracked & torn (see picture). ; 30 x 21.8 x 2.5 cms; 191 pages; The Private World of Leonard Bernstein, authored by John Gruen and published in 1968, offers an intimate glimpse into the personal and professional life of the renowned conductor and composer Leonard Bernstein. Through a blend of monologues, dialogues, reflections, and predictions, the book presents Bernstein's candid thoughts on his origins, career, and aspirations. Gruen, having spent a summer with the Bernstein family in Italy and observing their routines in New York and Connecticut, provides readers with a unique perspective on Bernstein's offstage persona. Complemented by Ken Heyman's evocative black-and-white photographs, the book captures the essence of Bernstein's dynamic presence among family and friends, offering a comprehensive portrayal of his multifaceted life.. Very Good in Poor dust jacket .

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Book number: 63078

Catalogue: Music

Keywords: Composers America Photography Interviews

HATCH ANDREWS, DONALD

The Symphony of Life

Mo, Usa: Unity Books, 1966. First Edition; First Impression. Cloth boards. Light wear to spine, covers and corners. Dark stain to front, green cloth board. ; Light wear to spine, covers and corners. Dark stains to front, green cloth board (please see pictures). In protective, plastic wrap. Good clean pages. This fascinating book explores the interconnectedness of science, music, and the natural world. A professor of chemistry, Andrews presents a compelling vision of the universe as a harmonious, vibrational system, where atoms, molecules, and living organisms resonate in a cosmic symphony. Blending physics, biology, and philosophy, he argues that life itself is shaped by rhythmic patterns and energy flows. The book offers an inspiring perspective on the unity of science and the beauty of existence. ; Octavo; 423 (4) pages. Very Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: LCB62808

Catalogue: Music and Science

Keywords: Sound Vibrations Communication Wonders Interconnections Nature Connection

HITCHCOCK, H. WILEY

Marc-Antoine Charpentier (Oxford Study of Composers)

Oxford & New York: Oxford University Press, 1990. First Edition. Original boards. ISBN: 0193164116. From the library of Robert J. Knecht. Loosely inserted compliment slip from Robert J. Knecht. Slight wear to spine, covers, corners & dustjacket. Slight foxing to inside top & bottom margins of dustjacket. ; Octavo; xii, 123 pages. Very Good in Very Good dustjacket .

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Book number: LCH48164

Catalogue: Music & Performing Arts

Keywords: 0193164116 Marc Antoine

HOROVITZ, BRUCE

Gamble Rogers. A Troubadour's Life

Gainesville: University Press of Florida, 2018. First Edition. Original boards. ISBN: 0813056942. With illustrations. Light shelfwear. ; Octavo; 2228 pages. New in New dust jacket .

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Book number: LCB85909

Catalogue: History of Music

Keywords: 0813056942 Country Folk

JACOBS, ARTHUR

A New Dictionary of Music

Transaction Publishers Firm, 2008. First Edition. Original Wrappers. ISBN: 0202361934. In original shrinkwrap ; 8vo; 420 pages. New with no dust jacket .

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Book number: LCB85272

Catalogue: Music

Keywords: 0202361934

JOHANSSON, CARI

J.J. & B. Hummel. Music-Publishing and Thematic Catalogues. Vol. III Thematic Catalogue 1768-74 in Facsimile (Publikationer Utgivna Av Kungl. Musaliska Akademiens Bibliotek Publications of the Library of the Royal Swedish Academy of Music III)

Stockholm: Royal Swedish Academy Of Music, 1972. First Edition Thus. Library Binding with new endpapers. With facsimile noted music. With library stamps & labels. Light wear to spine, covers & corners. Slight soiling to top margins covers. ; Ex-Library; Octavo (standard book size). Good .

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Book number: 13909

Catalogue: Music

DE JONGE, JON & PROFESSOR JAMES BLADES O. B. E. (FOREWORD BY)

Tune Up the Hoover! Cinema Musicians Tell Their Stories

Blackpool: Jon De Jonge, 1994. First Edition; First Impression. Original Wrappers. ISBN: 0952467305. Slight wear to spine, covers and corners. ; 12mo; 48 pages. Very Good with no dustjacket .

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Book number: LCH46589

Catalogue: Music

Keywords: 0952467305 & Performing Arts History

KEBEDE, ASHENAFI

Roots of Black Music: The Vocal, Instrumental and Dance Heritage of Africa and Black America

Trenton, New Jersey: Africa World Press, 1995. First Edition Thus. Paperback. ISBN: 0865432856. 162 pages. With illustrations. Covers plasticised. With library stamps and labels. Slight wear to spine, covers and corners. ; Ex-Library. Good .

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Book number: 40090

Catalogue: Music

Keywords: 0865432856

KLEFSTAD, TERRY WAIT

Crooked River City the Musical Life of Nashville's William Pursell

Jackson, Mississippi: University Press of Mississippi, 2018. Print on demand. Original Decorated Wrappers. ISBN: 1496818644. American Made Music Series; Octavo; 226 pages. New .

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Book number: LCB85387

Catalogue: Music

Keywords: 1496818644 Jazz United States Social Cultural History Nashville