Black Tooth Grin

Author: Zac Crain
Publisher: Da Capo Press
ISBN: 0786748028
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 339

Book Description
Black Tooth Grin is the first biography of "Dimebag" Darrell Abbott, the Texas-bred guitarist of the heavy metal band Pantera, who was murdered onstage in 2004 by a deranged fan-24 years to the day after John Lennon met a similar fate.Darrell Abbott began as a Kiss-inspired teenage prodigy who won dozens of local talent contests. With his brother, drummer Vinnie Abbott, he formed Pantera, becoming one of the most popular bands of the '90s and selling millions of albums to an intensely devoted fan base. While the band's music was aggressive, "Dime" was outgoing, gregarious, and adored by everyone who knew him. From Pantera's heyday to their implosion following singer Phil Anselmo's heroin addiction to Darrell's tragic end, Black Tooth Grin is a moving portrait of a great artist.

Jazz Scales for Guitar

Author: Corey Christiansen
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
ISBN: 1610657063
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 81

Book Description
This book will teach guitarists how to construct and play the scales and modes used in jazz improvisation. Through the study of these scales, students will expand their musical vocabulary for jazz improvisation. Scales are presented in standard notation, tab, linear diagrams showing the scales intervallic makeup, and fingering patterns. Recordings of the chord progressions and etudes are provided so the student can hear how these scales may be used in real life situations.

How I Became a Freak

Author: Richard Brightfield
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
ISBN: 9780836820720
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 100

Book Description
After being turned into a horrible monster at a carnival house of mirrors, the reader must make plot choices that determine whether or not the freak returns to normal.

Fiddling Around the World

Author: Mary Ann Harbar Willis
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
ISBN: 1610655370
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 113

Book Description
Play along with a lively Irish session, a spirited Ukrainian hopak, a tantalizing Arabic belly dance, a famous Italian tarantella, a joyous Klezmer hora, and over 50 other international favorites! This definitive book/CD sampler features vibrant folk music from North America, the British Isles, Western and Eastern Europe, and the Middle East. the text combines clear explanations of authentic ornaments, bowings, and rhythms with fun tunes which are comfortable and easy to learn. the music includes chord symbols and some twin fiddling harmonies. the book also includes a helpful Quick Reference Key and Glossary of musical symbols and terms, as well as performance notes for each of the 58 songs. the included compact disc provides accompaniment for all of the tunes. By the author of bestseller Gypsy Violin, this outstanding intermediate-level collection is a must for handling assorted ethnic requests, or exploring ethnic styles.

The Sam Book

Author: Raymond Federman
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 164

Book Description
In 1963, renowned Franco-American author Raymond Federman - then a young academic, just fresh from defending his PhD - met Samuel Beckett in Paris. The meeting was to change his life. 'Sam' became both a great friend and a great source of inspiration to Federman throughout his writing career. Intensely moving and intensely funny by turns, this unique book is both a memoir of a friendship, and a typically Federman-esque tribute to Beckett and his work. The Sam Book brings together memories, anecdotes, extracts from articles and talks, and other pieces of writing that derive their inspiration directly from Beckett's work.

Love Rules

Author: Marilyn Reynolds
Publisher: Morning Glory Press (CA)
ISBN: 9781885356765
Category : Best friends
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Seventeen-year-old Lynn experiences surprise, discomfort, and a new awareness of prejudices and stereotyping when her best friend Kit comes out as a lesbian.

Aerosmith

Author: Aerosmith (Musical group)
Publisher: Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation
ISBN: 9780793551491
Category : Guitar music (Rock)
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Features nine great guitar tunes: F.I.N.E. * Lord of the Thighs * Mama Kin * Monkey on My Back * Pandora's Box * S.O.S. (Too Bad) * Train Kept a Rollin' * Walking the Dog.

Don't Fret Note Map for Bass

Author: Nicholas Ravagni
Publisher: Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation
ISBN: 9780634047961
Category : Bass guitar
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
(Guitar Educational). It's never been easier to learn to play bass guitar! Whether you're a beginner just starting out, or an experienced bassist who wants to learn to read music, the Don't Fret Note Map for Bass will give you the tools you need to succeed. This unique map fits most full-size electric or acoustic bass guitars (34 scale length) and shows note names and locations across the entire fretboard. Using a color-coded method for reading music, it also accelerates "finger memory." The map is made of cling vinyl and uses no fasteners or adhesives, so it will not affect tone or playability. Just put it on and start playing! Includes music instruction and three simple color-coded songs to play.

The Handbook of Texas Music

Author: Roy R. Barkley
Publisher: Texas State Historical Assn
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 416

Book Description
Although the Handbook of Texas Music devotes separate biographical articles only to deceased musicians, important living artists such as Willie Nelson are treated in overview articles on topics such as "Country and Western Music," "Willie Nelson's Fourth of July Picnic," and others."--Jacket.

Creature Features

Author: William Schoell
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN:
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 224

Book Description
"Topics are dragons, dinosaurs, and prehistoric or mythological giants from 1953's The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms; "big bug" flicks, with 1954's Them; ordinary animals grown to improbable proportions in 1955's It Came from Beneath the Sea; animals that threaten mankind including 1963's The Birds; blobs and other beasts such as 1958's The Blob"--Provided by publisher.