In his memoir, Dr. George E. Allen looks back at a career spanning more than five decades of teaching music to Philadelphia students. Early on in life, he learned about many styles of music, and he took his love of the art to college, where he earned multiple degrees before joining the Philadelphia School District. There, he earned the respect of students, fellow music teachers, and music administrators. It wasn’t easy, but he did it his way and enjoyed positive results. He inspired the same type of dogged effort in his students, relying on a phrase that he placed at the beginning of all his syllabi: “It is better to know than to think you know.” He first heard that on the phone from Ellis Marsalis, the father of jazz musician Wynton and a well-known musician in his own right. Allen adopted the phrase as one of his own mantras, never allowing his students to say “I think” or “I can’t.” Whether you are someone who loves music, an education professional, or someone thinking about becoming a teacher, you can find inspiration in Allen’s love for music, education, and his students. It was time for me to begin serious work on writing about my experience as a music educator in Philadelphia because I did it differently with satisfying results.

In his memoir, Dr. George E. Allen looks back at a career spanning more than five decades of teaching music to Philadelphia students. Early on in life, he learned about many styles of music, and he took his love of the art to college, where he earned multiple degrees before joining the Philadelphia School District. There, he earned the respect of students, fellow music teachers, and music administrators. It wasn’t easy, but he did it his way and enjoyed positive results. He inspired the same type of dogged effort in his students, relying on a phrase that he placed at the beginning of all his syllabi: “It is better to know than to think you know.” He first heard that on the phone from Ellis Marsalis, the father of jazz musician Wynton and a well-known musician in his own right. Allen adopted the phrase as one of his own mantras, never allowing his students to say “I think” or “I can’t.” Whether you are someone who loves music, an education professional, or someone thinking about becoming a teacher, you can find inspiration in Allen’s love for music, education, and his students. It was time for me to begin serious work on writing about my experience as a music educator in Philadelphia because I did it differently with satisfying results.

In 1947 John J. Riley at age 17 founded with a capitol of $250.00 a one-man piano business selling and restoring used pianos that lasted for 58 years. His story is of the piano industry. The people he met and who frequented his shop. They are interesting and poignant characters. Mr. Riley is among a rare and vanishing breed of people who loves their lives work. In the beginning of the book he quotes the Chinese philosopher Confucius "Choose a job you love and you will never have to work a day in your life." Mr. Riley did just that. His story is a rare insight into a small American piano industry. That has seen better days that is now in its twilight years. Mr. Riley spins his story in a real down to earth narrative reminiscing to a kinder and more gentle time of life.

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Asbury Park is one of the few true music scenes in the world. Many people know the city as the place where Bruce Springsteen got his start, but it's also where artists like Bon Jovi, Southside Johnny, Billy Chinnock, John Eddie, Glen Burtnick, Dramarama, The Bongos and The Smithereens started out as well.

Beyond The Palace takes you on a ride through the city's long and illustrious music history; from the Upstage Club where musicians like Bruce Springsteen, Billy Chinnock, David Sancious and Southside Johnny used to jam all night to early clubs like The Student Prince and Sunshine In; from the legendary Stone Pony to clubs like T-Birds Cafe and The Saint. The book contains interviews with over 45 artists and features over 50 photographs from the world-famous photographer Debra L. Rothenberg.

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Cuarenta años después de su primera grabación, los Rolling Stones son una leyenda viva, la personificación misma del rock, una máquina musical potente y extraordinariamente bien aceitada que sigue despertando euforia donde quiera que va. Otras bandas han llegado y se han ido, pero los Rolling Stones permanecen. Mick Jagger y Keith Richards, líderes de la banda, supieron retratar en sus canciones a la sociedad de su tiempo y canalizar la frustración, la energía y la imaginación de millones de jóvenes. 

Con sus guitarras y actitud capturaron la imaginación de su generación, hicieron observaciones brillantes y compusieron algunas de las piezas de rock más excitantes y sublimes que se hayan producido jamás. 

"The Rolling Stones: Bailando con el diablo" es la más excitante y completa obra en español sobre las aventuras y la música de los Rolling Stones.

 

 

• Historia de la banda, con abundantes citas e información histórica. Los escándalos, los problemas legales, los éxitos y las tragedias de cada década.

• Biografía de cada piedra, contada por ellos mismos y por quienes más cerca de ellos estuvieron.

• Información álbum por álbum y canción por canción, con múltiples referencias a las letras que hicieron historia y a los éxitos que hicieron bailar a cuatro generaciones. Incluye información sobre el ´lbum "40 Licks".

• Guía de todo lo demás sobre los Rolling: libros, videos, grabaciones inéditas, cine y anécdotas indispensables para entender a la mejor banda de rock del mundo.

The Lennon Sessions is an intimate tale recapturing the memories as lived by Tony Davilio, as he experiences the once and a lifetime opportunity to work with one of the world's most well-known musicians. John Lennon, is not only deserving of his long-standing title of rock legend but as Tony discovers and carefully shares with the reader, he is also a man of vision, generosity, compassion and humor.

This is a story unlike any told before. To remember John Lennon not only as a man who captivated the world as a mystical and complex character, but as a loving father, adoring husband, and profound musician with layers of laughter and happiness in the last days of his life. To understand him is to have known him and only a few did. This is your chance to hear the story as told by someone whose memories will keep John alive in himself and for the world forever.

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In 1979, Beverly Hills psychotherapist, Dr. Dianne de la Vega, meets movie star and vocalist, Dick Haymes. Dianne is enchanted with his remarkable baritone voice. After an intense fourteen-day courtship, she moves into his apartment. For Dianne, the first three months of their relationship is sheer bliss, a series of Hollywood banquets, parties, and hilarious housekeeping. Dianne learns the meaning of celebrity. Only references to ex-wife Rita Hayworth mar her excitement and break the spell. The two lovers are confident, in spite of Richard's health and financial problems, ex wives, and drinking. A second chance has been granted to them. Dianne flies to Detroit for the closing night of the Big Broadcast of 1944 with Harry James, starring Dick Haymes. Sitting on the edge of her seat in the audience, Dianne realizes Haymes has been drinking to find the strength to go on stage. The last song he ever sings is for her-:"The More I See You." Haymes tells the press from his hosipital bed when asked if he is ready to go, "I've had it all, known everybody, had everything except love. Now I have that, too." He glances at Dianne who is devastated. The morning after his death, she finds a single red rose wrapped in baby's breath on her doorstep with a card-"In Memory of Love." She knows it's from Haymes, who guides Dianne to Hawaii, Alaska, and Findhorn, Scotland. She learns life does exist after death and unconditional love lasts forever.

Patsy Cline remains a much beloved singer, even though she died in 1963. By 1996, Patsy Cline had become such an icon that The New York Times magazine positioned her among a pantheon of women celebrities who transcended any single cultural genre. A series of essays on "Heroine Worship" included Patsy Cline with such "feminine icons" as Eleanor Roosevelt, Martha Graham, Indira Gandhi, Aretha Franklin, and Jackie Onassis. The making of an icon is a cultural process that transcends traditional biographical analysis. One does not need to know the whole life story of the subject to understand how the subject became an icon. This book explores how Patsy Cline transcended class and poverty to become the country music singer that non-country music fans embraced. It goes beyond a traditional biography to explore the years beyond her death. “This is the first thoroughly researched book on Patsy Cline. It is true to Patsy and her legacy.” Judy Sue Huyett-Kempf President, Celebrating Patsy Cline The Patsy Cline Historic House Winchester, Virginia Douglas Gomery taught mass media history at the University of Wisconsin, Northwestern University, New York University, the University of Utrecht the Netherlands), and the University of Maryland. He retired in 2005 to become the Official Historian for Celebrating Patsy Cline and Resident Scholar at the Library of American Broadcasting.

Patsy Cline remains a much beloved singer, even though she died in 1963. By 1996, Patsy Cline had become such an icon that The New York Times magazine positioned her among a pantheon of women celebrities who transcended any single cultural genre. A series of essays on "Heroine Worship" included Patsy Cline with such "feminine icons" as Eleanor Roosevelt, Martha Graham, Indira Gandhi, Aretha Franklin, and Jackie Onassis. The making of an icon is a cultural process that transcends traditional biographical analysis. One does not need to know the whole life story of the subject to understand how the subject became an icon. This book explores how Patsy Cline transcended class and poverty to become the country music singer that non-country music fans embraced. It goes beyond a traditional biography to explore the years beyond her death. “This is the first thoroughly researched book on Patsy Cline. It is true to Patsy and her legacy.” Judy Sue Huyett-Kempf President, Celebrating Patsy Cline The Patsy Cline Historic House Winchester, Virginia Douglas Gomery taught mass media history at the University of Wisconsin, Northwestern University, New York University, the University of Utrecht the Netherlands), and the University of Maryland. He retired in 2005 to become the Official Historian for Celebrating Patsy Cline and Resident Scholar at the Library of American Broadcasting.

In 1979, Beverly Hills psychotherapist, Dr. Dianne de la Vega, meets movie star and vocalist, Dick Haymes. Dianne is enchanted with his remarkable baritone voice. After an intense fourteen-day courtship, she moves into his apartment. For Dianne, the first three months of their relationship is sheer bliss, a series of Hollywood banquets, parties, and hilarious housekeeping. Dianne learns the meaning of celebrity. Only references to ex-wife Rita Hayworth mar her excitement and break the spell. The two lovers are confident, in spite of Richard's health and financial problems, ex wives, and drinking. A second chance has been granted to them. Dianne flies to Detroit for the closing night of the Big Broadcast of 1944 with Harry James, starring Dick Haymes. Sitting on the edge of her seat in the audience, Dianne realizes Haymes has been drinking to find the strength to go on stage. The last song he ever sings is for her-:"The More I See You." Haymes tells the press from his hosipital bed when asked if he is ready to go, "I've had it all, known everybody, had everything except love. Now I have that, too." He glances at Dianne who is devastated. The morning after his death, she finds a single red rose wrapped in baby's breath on her doorstep with a card-"In Memory of Love." She knows it's from Haymes, who guides Dianne to Hawaii, Alaska, and Findhorn, Scotland. She learns life does exist after death and unconditional love lasts forever.

When the owner of the jazz club Earthquake McGoon's, the famous Turk Murphy made plans for a road trip, he wanted a replacement that he could count on for a consistently good performance. After all, Murphy's income was derived from the McGoon's Club. A poor performer does little to help the bottom line. Musicians know who is a consistently good performer and they do not want any "lightweights" to sit in because that means the rest of the band has to work harder.

That's why the replacement band often included Bob Mielke, a superb trombone player and far from being a "lightweight". He earned his reputation by working or sitting in with the following musicians and this is only a sample.
Burt Bales
George Lewis
Sidney Bechet
Wingy Manone
Mutt Carey
Turk Murphy
"Baby" Dodds
Albert Nicholas
"Pops" Foster
Pat Patton
Edmond Hall
Willie "The Lion" Smith
Bob Helm
Bob Scobey
Earl "Fatha" Hines
Muggsy Spanier
Darnell Howard
Joe Sullivan
Bunk Johnson
Lu Watters
James P. Johnson
Bob Wilber

Klaus Schulze: Electronic Music Legend is a celebration of the magnificent, pioneering career of German electronic music legend Klaus Schulze. At the forefront of the development of music played on synthesizers, Schulze created a whole new style of music, beginning with his initial 1972 release, Irrlicht.

This book hails Schulze as the most important electronic musician ever and lays out the case for that lofty status. Klaus Schulze: Electronic Music Legend chronicles Schulze's career in great detail and contains full length reviews by Greg Allen of close to 80 CDs.

The book also contains stories, anecdotes and inside information on Schulze's career by his long time publisher Klaus D. Mueller (KDM).

New interviews and/or contributions are also present from an array of Klaus' collaborators and other prominent electronic musicians:

Harald Grosskopf, Arthur Brown, Michael Shrieve, Marian Gold, Robert Rich, Steve Roach, Dennis Rea (Earthstar), Kitaro, Joerg Schaaf, Thomas Kagermann, Julia Messenger, Klaus D. Mueller and Klaus Schulze. Pictures from Klaus Schulze's collection are also included.

En Canto Obstinado, Premio del Certamen Palafoxiano, Corazón Otero ha recreado la vida del compositor mexicano Manuel M. Ponce, sumergiéndolo en una atmósfera de obstinación por encontrar su obra maestra.

Biografía basada en hechos reales, subyuga al lector con su cálida narrativa, adentrándolo en los sentimientos y la pasión del gran compositor. La lectura está amenizada por los hechos históricos durante los que vivió el músico: la dictadura de Porfirio Díaz y la Revolución Mexicana; aderezándolos con la aparición de algunos adelantos modernos como la luz eléctrica, la radio, el cine, las grabaciones de discos.

En esta biografía, el lector se podrá dar cuenta del carácter dulce y modesto de Manuel M. Ponce, que no obstante, se impuso a su época llevando a cabo su labor nacionalista, introduciendo en su música de concierto los temas populares de México, a pesar de tener en su contra a compositores, músicos y la "alta sociedad".

Corazón Otero narra también los viajes de Ponce a Estados Unidos, Italia, Alemania, Cuba y Francia, incluyendo una interesante correspondencia con su esposa Clema, Andrés Segovia y Paul Dukas.

Otra parte atractiva del libro, son los personajes de la época con los que convivió Manuel M. Ponce: Alfonso Reyes, Silvestre Revueltas, Manuel De Falla, Héctor Villa-Lobos, Paul Dukas y Andrés Segovia entre otros.

La lectura de Canto Obstinado, lo fascinará.

The book is about big banks, stockbrokers and the capital markets of the world. It covers the 'why', 'who', 'where' and 'how' questions. This should allow you to understand the jargon which global banks and stockbrokers function. I concentrate on the monetary aspects - borrowing, lending, buying and selling securities and derivatives.

As to who should read it: well anyone wanting to get up to speed with the subject. It assumes no prior knowledge. It is written in simple language with many diagrams to explain what is happening. Jargon is broken down into plain English which is regularly defined is section Glossaries. No formulae are used beyond simple arithmetic since I believe they can intimidate some readers. I have tried to capture something of the motivation, personality, mindset and humor of the players involved with some personal anecdotes. Whether you are thinking of joining a bank, needing background to extend your job prospects or in an academic setting the book should help get you over that initial block. The book covers basic trading principles, market practices, products and support functions. The last section covers IT, Projects and data modeling.

The book reflects my working life in senior management positions mainly in and around Trading Desks. In a varied career I have been an investment manager, bond salesman, a trader, invented tax efficient financial products, a computer programmer and latterly a management consultant. Many of these roles have had training as an important secondary aspect.

A collection of thoughts, remembrances, and opinions from childhood in the 20's & 30's and WWII years as an adult soldier to the present, including true happenings in combat on Leyte, P.I.; Sounds of the town once prominent, long since disappeared and lost as the generation fades also. Life on a farm during the depression and my father making ends meet.