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  | | Alfred's Basic 5-String Banjo Method The Most Popular Method for Learning How to Play (Alfred's Basic Banjo Library) by Dan Fox, Dick Weissman Paperback, 64 Pages, Published 2014 by Alfred Music ISBN-13: 978-0-7390-8615-5, ISBN: 0-7390-8615-4 "Alfred's Basic 5-String Banjo Method 1 continues the Alfred Music tradition of easy-to-use, thorough, and enjoyable instruction for the absolute beginner. The basics of right-hand picking are covered, including pinches, different kinds of rolls, and backup patterns. Basic left-hand techniques are introduced, including hammer-ons and slides, and chord diagrams are provided for both G-tuning and C-tuning. Important topics such as setting ..." |
 | | Talkin' 'Bout a Revolution Music and Social Change in America (Book) by Dick Weissman Paperback, 400 Pages, Published 2010 by Backbeat Books ISBN-13: 978-1-4234-4283-7, ISBN: 1-4234-4283-0 "(Book). Talkin' 'Bout a Revolution is a comprehensive guide to the relationship between American music and politics. Music expert Dick Weissman opens with the dawn of American history, then moves to the book's key focus: 20th-century music songs by and about Native Americans, African-Americans, women, Spanish-speaking groups, and more. Unprecedented in its approach, the book offers a multidisciplinary discussion that is broad and di ..." |
 | | Basic Chord Progressions Handy Guide (Alfred Handy Guide) by Dick Weissman Paperback, 48 Pages, Published 1985 by Alfred Music ISBN-13: 978-0-88284-400-8, ISBN: 0-88284-400-8 "All of today's most popular chord progressions are included in this handy-sized 4.5" x 11" book. All progressions are shown with piano and guitar diagrams as well as standard music notation. Covers chord substitutions, the blues, half-step motion, chord inversions, the circle of fifths and more." |
 | | Chord Progressions -- Theory and Practice Everything You Need to Create and Use Chords in Every Key by Dan Fox, Dick Weissman Paperback, 96 Pages, Published 2013 by Alfred Music ISBN-13: 978-0-7390-7056-7, ISBN: 0-7390-7056-8 "No matter what instrument you play, chords are an important part of your music. Chord Progressions: Theory and Practice breaks down how they're important and gives you all the information you need to create chords and use them in your own music. Start off by learning how to build simple major chords and eventually move on to more complex chords such as ninth, eleventh, thirteenth, and altered chords. Also learn to compose your own progr ..." |
 | | Great Family Songbook A Treasury of Favorite Show Tunes, Sing Alongs, Popular Songs, Jazz & Blues, Children's Melodies, International Ballads, Folk ... Jingles, and More for Piano and Guitar by Dan Fox, Dick Weissman, Sarah Wilkins Spiral, 272 Pages, Published 2010 by Black Dog & Leventhal ISBN-13: 978-1-57912-860-9, ISBN: 1-57912-860-2 "A one-of-a-kind collection of more than 100 songs you love to play and sing, including music and chords for piano and guitar and lyrics for singing right along. The Great Family Songbook lays flat with a convenient spiral binding, so everyone can follow along.Hours of family fun and entertainment featuring 100 carefully selected songs from every era and for every occasion, from "She'll Be Comin' Round the Mountain" and "Clementine," to ..." |
 | | Blues(1st Edition) The Basics by Dick Weissman, Richard Weissman Paperback, 224 Pages, Published 2004 by Routledge ISBN-13: 978-0-415-97068-6, ISBN: 0-415-97068-7 "在线阅读本书Blues: The Basics gives a brief introduction to a century of the blues; it is ideal for students and interested listeners who want to learn more about this treasured American artform. The book is organized chronologically, focusing on the major eras in blues's growth and development. It opens with a chapter defining the blues form and detailing the major genres within it. Next, the author gives the beginning blues fan points on ho ..." |
 | | Knack Guitar for Everyone A Step-By-Step Guide To Notes, Chords, And Playing Basics (Knack: Make It Easy) by Dick Weissman, Julie Keefe Paperback, 256 Pages, Published 2010 by Globe Pequot Press ISBN-13: 978-1-59921-511-2, ISBN: 1-59921-511-X "Knack Guitar for Everyone is a self-instruction book for beginners to intermediates, fully illustrated with 350 full-color photographs and more than fifty exercises and songs in musical notation. By Dick Weismann, who is the author of numerous successful music books and has performed on the Today Show, it covers everything one needs to know about the instrument itself―the parts, different kinds of guitars, care for guitars―and provides ..." |
 | | Making a Living in Your Local Music Market(4th Edition) Realizing Your Marketing Potential Revised and Updated Fourth Edition (Making a Living in Your Local Market) by Dick Weissman Paperback, 272 Pages, Published 2010 by Hal Leonard ISBN-13: 978-1-4234-8450-9, ISBN: 1-4234-8450-9 "(Music Pro Guide Books & DVDs). This newly updated book is an invaluable resource for the musician or aspiring musician who lives outside the major music business markets. The author has lived in New York, Los Angeles, Denver, and Portland, Oregon, and he details the differences in strategies that a musician can use to make a living outside the mainstream music marketplaces. This book shows you how to expand and develop your skills as a ..." |
 | | Which Side Are You On?(Updated) An Inside History of the Folk Music Revival in America by Dick Weissman, Dick Weismann Paperback, 296 Pages, Published 2006 by Continuum ISBN-13: 978-0-8264-1914-9, ISBN: 0-8264-1914-3 "In 1932 Florence Reece, the wife of a Kentucky coal miner, wrote one of the classic topical songs preserved in the folk musical revival. The song, "Which Side Are You On?," contrasts the lot of the working class and the bosses, and asks the listener to choose. This politically charged song was performed again during the Civil Rights Movement, with its lyrics appropriate to the 1960s. It was recorded more recently by Billy Bragg. Indeed, ..." |
 | | Which Side Are You On?(1st Edition) An Inside History of the Folk Music Revival in America by Dick Weissman, Dick Weismann Hardcover, 296 Pages, Published 2006 by Bloomsbury Academic ISBN-13: 978-0-8264-1698-8, ISBN: 0-8264-1698-5 "In 1932 Florence Reece, the wife of a Kentucky coal miner, wrote one of the classic topical songs preserved in the folk musical revival. The song, "Which Side Are You On?," contrasts the lot of the working class and the bosses, and asks the listener to choose. This politically charged song was performed again during the Civil Rights Movement, with its lyrics appropriate to the 1960s. It was recorded more recently by Billy Bragg. Indeed, ..." |
 | | The Music Business Career Opportunities and Self-Defense by Dick Weissman Paperback, 416 Pages, Published 2003 by Three Rivers Press Mobipocket_Ebook ISBN-13: 978-0-609-81013-2, ISBN: 0-609-81013-8 "The Must-Have Guide for Breaking into the Music BusinessCompletely revised and updated for the twenty-first century, The Music Business provides essential career advice and information on how to get started and advance in all areas of the music industry—from an author who’s had careers in music as an artist and professor for more than two decades. This comprehensive volume gives you guidance and information on:• Starting your music care ..." |
 | | Creating Melodies(1st Edition) A Songwriter's Guide to Understanding, Writing and Polishing Melodies by Dick Weissman Hardcover, 137 Pages, Published 1994 by Writers Digest Books ISBN-13: 978-0-89879-602-5, ISBN: 0-89879-602-4 "Explains how to create memorable melodies, discussing different techniques, and offering instruction in developing a musical style, putting together a demo tape, and combining music and lyrics" |
 | | Navigating the Music Industry(1st Edition) Current Issues and Business Models by Frank Jermance, Dick Weissman, Gennaro Desantis, Randi Perkins, Kim Wangler Paperback, 400 Pages, Published 2003 by Hal Leonard ISBN-13: 978-0-634-02652-2, ISBN: 0-634-02652-6 "For anyone planning a career in the music business, Navigating the Music Industry is an excellent introduction to all the issues facing artists today. It combines the myriad talents of teachers, lawyers and musicians to provide a comprehensive overview of the industry. The first half of the book, "Controversial Issues," concentrates on the "music" side of this world - everything from censorship to regional music scenes to the future of ..." |
 | | Songwriting The Words, the Music & the Money by Dick Weissman Paperback, 152 Pages, Published 2001 by Hal Leonard Topaz_Ebook ISBN-13: 978-0-634-01160-3, ISBN: 0-634-01160-X "(Book). An excellent and essential primer for the aspiring tunesmith, Songwriting: The Words, the Music & Money offers authoritative tips on everything from basic song forms to the hard facts of succeeding in the music business. In between, veteran songwriter Dick Weissman shares his insights into composing effective lyrics, melodies and hooks, as well as detailed breakdowns of every musical style from folk to cabaret to hip hop. The ..." |
 | | Mel Bay presents A Guide to Non-Jazz Improvisation Guitar Edition by Dick Weissman, Dan Fox, Fox Weissman, Mel Bay Paperback, 136 Pages, Published 2009 by Mel Bay Publications, Inc. Cd ISBN-13: 978-0-7866-0751-8, ISBN: 0-7866-0751-3 "Media : Book/CD SetAuthor : by Dick Weissman and edited by Dan FoxLevel : Beginning-IntermediateDate published : 8/25/2009Style : Acoustic MusicType : ImprovisationDescription :The non-jazz improvisation series is a concept that germinated in Dick Weissman's mind while he was attending music school. He wrote a 15-piece arrangement of the old square dance tune, Cripple Creek, and wanted the trombone to take a solo as part of the arrangem ..." |
 | | Banjo A to Z Everything You Need to Play 5-string Banjo in Every Style by Dick Weissman Paperback, 104 Pages, Published 2008 by Alfred Music Cd ISBN-13: 978-0-7390-5260-0, ISBN: 0-7390-5260-8 "[English]Play the 5-string banjo in virtually every musical situation now! Beginning with fundamentals like choosing the best instrument and tuning, this comprehensive book covers basic to advanced techniques in a variety of styles, from classical and bluegrass to reggae and bossa nova. Banjo virtuoso and educator Dick Weissman leads musicians through every topic with easy-to-understand lessons and a CD that demonstrates each example an ..." |
 | | The Great Family Songbook(1st Edition) A Treasury of Favorite Folk Songs, Popular Tunes, Children's Melodies, International Songs, Hymns, Holiday Jingles and More for Piano and Guitar. by Daniel Fox, Dick Weissman, Sarah Wilkins Hardcover, 272 Pages, Published 2007 by Black Dog & Leventhal ISBN-13: 978-1-57912-758-9, ISBN: 1-57912-758-4 "Created for accomplished musicians and beginning players alike, and perfectly designed for family singalongs, this compilation has something in it for everyone. These are the classic and memorable songs we learned around the campfire, at school, from friends, and listening to the radio—from "Danny Boy" to "Alexander’s Ragtime Band.” Arranged by theme, you’ll find Christmas and other holiday songs, cowboy and western songs, children’s so ..." |
 | | Blues(1st Edition) (American Popular Music) by Dick Weissman, Craig Morrison, Richard Carlin Paperback, 310 Pages, Published 2006 by Checkmark Books ISBN-13: 978-0-8160-6926-2, ISBN: 0-8160-6926-3 "This is a comprehensive A-to-Z guide to the blues - from its roots to the present. Born out of the field hollers, work songs, and spirituals sung by African-American slaves and tenant farmers as they were forced to work in the fields of the South, blues music often speaks of oppression, sadness, and love - topics that transcend racial and ethnic boundaries. Early musicians such as Blind Lemon Jefferson and W.C. Handy established the sta ..." |
 | | A New History of American and Canadian Folk Music Audience and Authenticity, 1900-2018 by Dick Weissman Hardcover, 320 Pages, Published 2019 by Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, United States ISBN-13: 978-1-5013-4415-2, ISBN: 1-5013-4415-3 "This book examines the history of folk music into the 21st century and how it evolved from an agrarian style as it became increasingly urbanized." |
 | | A New History of American and Canadian Folk Music by Dick Weissman Paperback, 344 Pages, Published 2019 by Bloomsbury Academic ISBN-13: 978-1-5013-4414-5, ISBN: 1-5013-4414-5 "Building on his 2006 book, Which Side Are You On?, Dick Weissman's A New History of American and Canadian Folk Music presents a provocative discussion of the history, evolution, and current status of folk music in the United States and Canada. North American folk music achieved a high level of popular acceptance in the late 1950s. When it was replaced by various forms of rock music, it became a more specialized musical niche, fragmentin ..." |
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