The Oxford Dictionary of Musical Terms

The Oxford Dictionary of Musical Terms PDF Author: Alison Latham
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN: 9780198606987
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 205

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Book Description
This comprehensive one-volume dictionary covers all the musical terms in English and other European languages generally used in Western music. With over 2,500 A-Z entries, this ideal reference book provides clear, succinct definitions across a broad range of subjects, including rhythm, metre, scales, harmony and counterpoint, notational systems, and many more. An indispensable reference for students and teachers of music.

The Oxford Dictionary of Musical Terms

The Oxford Dictionary of Musical Terms PDF Author: Alison Latham
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN: 9780198606987
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 205

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Book Description
This comprehensive one-volume dictionary covers all the musical terms in English and other European languages generally used in Western music. With over 2,500 A-Z entries, this ideal reference book provides clear, succinct definitions across a broad range of subjects, including rhythm, metre, scales, harmony and counterpoint, notational systems, and many more. An indispensable reference for students and teachers of music.

Musical Terms, Symbols and Theory

Musical Terms, Symbols and Theory PDF Author: Michael C. Thomsett
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 1476615268
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 287

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Book Description
Noted lexicographer Thomsett here dissects more than 1,400 terms, a buttula to zither, with clarity and precision; 383 high quality original illustrations render concepts that make verbal explanation difficult. Fully cross referenced, this dictionary is an authoritative source for researchers, musicologists, professional musicians, teachers and students of music, and educated members of the public. The richly detailed and comprehensive dictionary proper is followed by a five-language glossary of instruments. An illustrated notation guide provides identification of symbols used in musical scores. The final section comprehensively covers scales, keys and chords.

The Oxford Dictionary of Music

The Oxford Dictionary of Music PDF Author: Joyce Bourne Kennedy
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780198691624
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 985

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Book Description
Includes entries for more than two thousand composers of all nationalities and eras, and includes definitions of musical terms and forms, and descriptions of musical instruments.

Alfred's Pocket Dictionary of Music

Alfred's Pocket Dictionary of Music PDF Author: Sandy Feldstein
Publisher: Alfred Music
ISBN: 9781457422157
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 244

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Book Description
Contains thousands of entries covering all eras of music. It is unique in that it includes contemporary terms and composers from the popular genre as well as classical terms and composers. It is organized in a logical sequence for quick and easy reference.

Essential Dictionary of Music Notation (Pocket Size Book)

Essential Dictionary of Music Notation (Pocket Size Book) PDF Author:
Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing
ISBN: 9781457410710
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 372

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Book Description
This pocket-sized dictionary presents current and correct notation practices in an easy-to-use format. Generously illustrated and concise, this book is essential to any musician looking for a handy reference for the correct notation of music. A most welcome and beneficial source for every musician, whether using a pencil or a computer.

The Hal Leonard Pocket Music Dictionary (Music Instruction)

The Hal Leonard Pocket Music Dictionary (Music Instruction) PDF Author: Hal Leonard Corp.
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
ISBN: 1476827354
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 244

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Book Description
(Book). Here's the most contemporary music dictionary on the market! Conveniently divided into three main sections: The Dictionary of Music Terms defines over 2,000 music terms concisely, including notation and theory terms, instruments and terms used in pop music, electronic music and the music business; The Dictionary of Musicians provides more than 400 capsule biographies of composers and other musicians; and Reference Charts give instant, at-a-glance summaries of the essentials of music, encompassing instrumental and vocal ranges, notation signs and symbols, and scales, modes and key signatures.

The Oxford Companion to Music

The Oxford Companion to Music PDF Author: Percy Alfred Scholes
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 1189

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Harvard Dictionary of Music

Harvard Dictionary of Music PDF Author: Willi Apel
Publisher: Harvard University Press
ISBN: 9780674375017
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 968

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Book Description
Contains nearly 1000 pages of precise and accessible information on all musical subjects.

The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Music

The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Music PDF Author: Michael Kennedy
Publisher: OUP Oxford
ISBN: 0198608845
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 829

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Book Description
"The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Music is the most authoritative and up-to-date dictionary of music available in paperback. Coverage includes musical terms from allegro to zingaro, and musical works from Aida to Zauberflote, as well as composers, librettists, musicians, singers, and orchestras. It provides a mine of information for all lovers of music." "The book includes musical instruments and their history; and covers living composers and performers, with over 150 added for this edition."--BOOK JACKET.

The Oxford Dictionary of Music

The Oxford Dictionary of Music PDF Author: Michael Kennedy
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN: 0199578540
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 971

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Book Description
Now available in paperback and with over 10,000 entries, the Oxford Dictionary of Music (previously the Concise Oxford Dictionary of Music) offers broad coverage of a wide range of musical categories spanning many eras, including composers, librettists, singers, orchestras, important ballets and operas, and musical instruments and their history. The Oxford Dictionary of Music is the most up-to-date and accessible dictionaryof musical terms available and an essential point of reference for music students, teachers, lecturers, professional musicians, as well as music enthusiasts.