The Encyclopedia Of Musicians And Bands On Film

Author : Melissa U. D. Goldsmith,Paige A. Willson,Anthony J. Fonseca
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 486 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2016-10-07
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781442269873

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The Encyclopedia of Musicians and Bands on Film by Melissa U. D. Goldsmith,Paige A. Willson,Anthony J. Fonseca Pdf

Musicians, both fictional and real, have long been subjects of cinema. From biopics of composers Beethoven and Mozart to the rise (and often fall) of imaginary bands in The Commitments and Almost Famous, music of all types has inspired hundreds of films. The Encyclopedia of Musicians and Bands on Film features the most significant productions from around the world, including straightforward biographies, rockumentaries, and even the occasional mockumentary. The wide-ranging scope of this volume allows for the inclusion of films about fictional singers and bands, with emphasis on a variety of themes: songwriter–band relationships, the rise and fall of a career, music saving the day, the promoter’s point of view, band competitions, the traveling band, and rock-based absurdity. Among the films discussed in this book are Amadeus, The Blues Brothers, The Buddy Holly Story, The Commitments, Dreamgirls, The Glenn Miller Story, A Hard Day’s Night, I’m Not There, Jailhouse Rock, A Mighty Wind, Ray, ’Round Midnight, The Runaways, School of Rock, That Thing You Do!, and Walk the Line. With entries that span the decades and highlight a variety of music genres, The Encyclopedia of Musicians and Bands on Film is a valuable resource for moviegoers and music lovers alike, as well as scholars of both film and music.

Author : Jonathan Rhodes Lee
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 1096 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2020-03-10
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781000091281

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Film Music in the Sound Era by Jonathan Rhodes Lee Pdf

Film Music in the Sound Era: A Research and Information Guide offers a comprehensive bibliography of scholarship on music in sound film (1927–2017). Thematically organized sections cover historical studies, studies of musicians and filmmakers, genre studies, theory and aesthetics, and other key aspects of film music studies. Broad coverage of works from around the globe, paired with robust indexes and thorough cross-referencing, make this research guide an invaluable tool for all scholars and students investigating the intersection of music and film. This guide is published in two volumes: Volume 1: Histories, Theories, and Genres covers overviews, historical surveys, theory and criticism, studies of film genres, and case studies of individual films. Volume 2: People, Cultures, and Contexts covers individual people, social and cultural studies, studies of musical genre, pedagogy, and the industry. A complete index is included in each volume.

Author : Thomas S. Hischak
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 837 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2015-04-16
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781442245501

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The Encyclopedia of Film Composers by Thomas S. Hischak Pdf

For more than a century, original music has been composed for the cinema. From the early days when live music accompanied silent films to the present in which a composer can draw upon a full orchestra or a lone synthesizer to embody a composition, music has been an integral element of most films. By the late 1930s, movie studios had established music departments, and some of the greatest names in film music emerged during Hollywood’s Golden Age, including Alfred Newman, Max Steiner, Dimitri Tiomkin, and Bernard Herrmann. Over the decades, other creators of screen music offered additional memorable scores, and some composers—such as Henry Mancini, Randy Newman, and John Williams—have become household names. The Encyclopedia of Film Composers features entries on more than 250 movie composers from around the world. It not only provides facts about these artists but also explains what makes each composer notable and discusses his or her music in detail. Each entry includes Biographical material Important dates Career highlights Analysis of the composer’s musical style Complete list of movie credits This book brings recognition to the many men and women who have written music for movies over the past one hundred years. In addition to composers from the United States and Great Britain, artists from dozens of other countries are also represented. A rich resource of movie music history, The Encyclopedia of Film Composers will be of interest to fans of cinema in general as well as those who want to learn more about the many talented individuals who have created memorable scores.

Author : Lol Henderson,Lee Stacey
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 801 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2014-01-27
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781135929466

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Encyclopedia of Music in the 20th Century by Lol Henderson,Lee Stacey Pdf

The Encyclopedia of Music in the 20th Century is an alphabetically arranged encyclopedia of all aspects of music in various parts of the world during the 20th century. It covers the major musical styles--concert music, jazz, pop, rock, etc., and such key genres as opera, orchestral music, be-bop, blues, country, etc. Articles on individuals provide biographical information on their life and works, and explore the contribution each has made in the field. Illustrated and fully cross-referenced, the Encyclopedia of Music in the 20th Century also provides Suggested Listening and Further Reading information. A good first point of reference for students, librarians, and music scholars--as well as for the general reader.

Author : Melissa Ursula Dawn Goldsmith
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 314 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2019-11-22
Category : Music
ISBN : 9798216111931

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Listen to Classic Rock! by Melissa Ursula Dawn Goldsmith Pdf

Listen to Classic Rock! Exploring a Musical Genre provides an overview of this diverse and complex musical genre for scholars of classic rock and curious novices alike, with a focus on 50 must-hear musicians, songwriters, bands, and albums. Listen to Classic Rock! Exploring a Musical Genre explores in detail the genesis, evolution, and proliferation of classic rock. It begins with a background on the development of classic rock and its subgenres. Next, an A to Z listing of artists (musicians, songwriters, and bands), albums, important concerts, and songs; a chapter on classic rock's impact on popular culture; a chapter on classic rock's legacy; and a bibliography. This organization gives readers the choice of starting from the beginning to learn how classic rock and each of its subgenres emerged after rock and roll or skip ahead to a specific artist, recording, or song in the Must-Hear Music section. This volume stands out from other resources on classic rock for its listening-centered approach. Most books on classic rock focus on trivia, history, terminology, or criticism. It also explores the sound of the music of important artists and offers musical analyses that are accessible to upper-level high school and lower-level undergraduates while at the same time maintaining the interest of classic rock aficionados and scholars.

Author : David Horn,John Shepherd
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 586 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2012-03-08
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781441148742

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Continuum Encyclopedia of Popular Music of the World Volume 8 by David Horn,John Shepherd Pdf

The Bloomsbury Encyclopedia of Popular Music Volume 8 is one of six volumes within the 'Genre' strand of the series. This volume discusses the genres of North America in relation to their cultural, historical and geographic origins; technical musical characteristics; instrumentation and use of voice; lyrics and language; typical features of performance and presentation; historical development and paths and modes of dissemination; influence of technology, the music industry and political and economic circumstances; changing stylistic features; notable and influential performers; and relationships to other genres and sub-genres. This volume features over 100 in-depth essays on genres ranging from Adult Contemporary to Alternative Rock, from Barbershop to Bebop, and from Disco to Emo.

Author : Colin Larkin
Publisher : Omnibus Press
Page : 1600 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2011-05-27
Category : Music
ISBN : 9780857125958

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The Encyclopedia of Popular Music by Colin Larkin Pdf

This text presents a comprehensive and up-to-date reference work on popular music, from the early 20th century to the present day.

Author : John Kenneth Muir
Publisher : Hal Leonard Corporation
Page : 380 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 1557836930

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The Rock & Roll Film Encyclopedia by John Kenneth Muir Pdf

Entries about rock documentaries, movies starring rock stars, and films boasting extensive rock soundtracks, along with some biographies of musicians who have featured heavily on screen, include a cast list and a basic plot summary and listing of important songs featured in the films.

Author : Anthony J. Fonseca
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 266 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2019-09-26
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781440865671

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Listen to Rap! by Anthony J. Fonseca Pdf

Listen to Rap! Exploring a Musical Genre provides an overview of this kinetic and poetic musical genre for scholars of rap and curious novices alike. Listen to Rap! Exploring a Musical Genre discusses the 50 most influential, commercially successful, and important rappers, rap crews (bands), rap albums, and rap singles. Rap began as an American phenomenon, so the book's emphasis is on Americans, although it also includes information on Canadian, British, Indian, and African rappers and crews. Its organization makes information easily accessible for readers, and the emphasis on the sound of the music gives readers a new angle from which to appreciate the music. Unlike other titles in the series, this volume concentrates solely on rap music. Included in the book are rappers who range from the earliest practitioners of the genre to rappers who are redefining the genre today. A background section introduces the genre, while a legacy section shows how rap has cemented its place in the world. Additionally, another section shows the tremendous impact rap has had on popular culture.

Author : Linda J. Sandahl
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 239 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : Cinema films, 1955-1986. - Special themes: Rock music - Encyclopaedias
ISBN : 0713716851

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Encyclopedia of Rock Music on Film by Linda J. Sandahl Pdf

Author : William H. Rehrig
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 520 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Band music
ISBN : UOM:49015002901925

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The Heritage Encyclopedia of Band Music by William H. Rehrig Pdf

Author : Anthony Slide
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2014-02-25
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781135925543

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The New Historical Dictionary of the American Film Industry by Anthony Slide Pdf

The New Historical Dictionary of the American Film Industry is a completely revised and updated edition of Anthony Slide's The American Film Industry, originally published in 1986 and recipient of the American Library Association's Outstanding Reference Book award for that year. More than 200 new entries have been added, and all original entries have been updated; each entry is followed by a short bibliography. As its predecessor, the new dictionary is unique in that it is not a who's who of the industry, but rather a what's what: a dictionary of producing and releasing companies, technical innovations, industry terms, studios, genres, color systems, institutions and organizations, etc. More than 800 entries include everything from "Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences" to "Zoom Lens", from "Astoria Studios" to "Zoetrope". Outstanding Reference Source - American Library Association

Author : David Neumeyer
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 697 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Music
ISBN : 9780195328493

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The Oxford Handbook of Film Music Studies by David Neumeyer Pdf

The Oxford Handbook of Film Music Studies gathers two dozen original essays that chart the history and current state of interdisciplinary scholarship on music in audiovisual media, focusing on four areas: history, genre and medium, analysis and criticism, and interpretation.

Author : Margaret I. Nicholas
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 215 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 1996-07
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9780788131431

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Handbook of Reference Sources and Services for Small and Medium-Sized Libraries by Margaret I. Nicholas Pdf

Lists over 750 sources focusing on the reference needs of adults. The primary objective was to select quality reference tools which cover many different topics. Topics include general works, biography, philosophy, religion, language, literature, visual arts, applied sciences, sports and recreation, home life, social customs and education.

Author : Gary Haggerty
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1995-09-30
Category : Music
ISBN : 9780313387715

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A Guide to Popular Music Reference Books by Gary Haggerty Pdf

A guide to locating information on popular music and the people who create it, this volume is designed as a desk reference—to locate answers to specific questions and to direct library users to key resources. More than 400 comprehensive titles are carefully annotated, describing content, scope, and special features. The focus is on the musical styles that have developed measurable commercial success through recordings and live performance. Along with academic titles, many important titles from the popular press are included, as well as selected electronic resources. A necessary reference tool for any library, scholar, student, and popular music buff. The work covers bibliographies, indexes, discographies, dictionaries and encyclopedias, biographical resources, directories, almanacs, yearbooks, and guidebooks on styles that include jazz, swing, Tin Pan Alley, country, gospel, blues, rhythm and blues, soul, rockabilly, rock, heavy metal, musical theater, and film music. Its extensive appendices feature discographies and bibliographies of individual artists and ensembles. A detailed index combining authors, titles, and subjects makes cross-referencing easy. The entries are modeled after the immensely useful The Guide to Reference Books.