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Books by publisher "Backbeat Books"
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Rikky Rooksby
[Paperback 2007]
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This book is an essential manual of techniques for recording a song. It explores arranging essentials such as grouping instruments effectively, using multi-track recording, artfully layering parts, achieving a good mix, and creating unusual arrangements using common techniques. The accompanying CD illustrates all of the techniques presented in the book.... more
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Eugene Eric Kim
[Paperback 1997]
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Learn how to build fast, efficient, scalable, and functional database applications. The book presents expert programming techniques that can be used with specific database management systems, as well as ODBC and the CLI. Additional articles highlight Web database programming with Java, object-to-relational mapping, and cache management. The Web has become... more
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Geoff Nicholls ,
Jeff Nicholls
[Paperback 2004]
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Drummers from beginners to pros will relish this comprehensive guide to the tools of the trade! The Drum Handbook gives you the in-depth knowledge you need to choose the whole range of gear, including drums, cymbals, hardware, heads and sticks - new, used and vintage. Includes info on setting up,... more
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Mark Brend
[Paperback 2005]
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What do David Bowie, The Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Radiohead, The Troggs, The Human League, The Osmonds and The Beach Boys have in common? They've all used unusual musical instruments on big hit records. Strange Sounds tells the stories behind these recordings and many more. It includes some of the... more
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Steve Lodder
[Hardbound 2008]
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Four-part multi-media package for all keyboard players, with DVD, reference book, tutor book and CD. Covers a range of styles, including blues, jazz, soul, rock and dance.... more
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6.
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Tony Bacon ,
Barry Moorhouse
[Paperback 2008]
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In California in the early 1950s the Fender company introduced the world's first electric bass guitar, and started a revolution in the sound of popular music. The 'guitar bass and drums' line-up that would define pop music had found its heart, and for the next 40 years the bass guitar... more
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Geoff Nicholls ,
Jeff Nicholls
[Paperback 1997]
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Drums and Drumming have changed enormously between rock'n'roll's emergence in the 1950s and the musically diverse scene of the 1990s. This informative, entertaining book tells for the first time the parallel stories of the growth of rock music and the development of the modern drum kit. Stunning colour photos reveal... more
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By
Hank Bordowitz
[Paperback 2011]
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The author takes an in-depth look at the superstar singer-songwriter who wrote some of the biggest hits of the 20th century. An in-depth look at the superstar singer-songwriter who wrote some of the biggest hits of the 20th century. Originally published in 2006 by Billboard Books. Description: (Book). Billy Joel:... more
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9.
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Stephen Coscia
[Paperback 1995, 3rd Edition]
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Call center managers give this small, easy-to-read book to all their agents. It helps the agents understand how important their job is. It teaches them the best ways to deal with customers. The author has run a busy, large call center for years. This book contains the best customer service... more
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10.
By
Chris Woodstra ,
Gerald Brennan ,
Allen Schrott
[Paperback 2005]
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This is the definitive source for composers, compositions, and genres. The book contains over 500 composer and 800 performer biographies. Each artist entry includes vital statistics and album recommendations. The book covers thousands of compositions, inc... more
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11.
By
Chris Jisi ,
Pino Palladino
[Paperback 2008]
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The art of the fretless bass, from superstars and beyond. Who would have thought the electric bass guitar with its frets removed would transcend the rhythm section to become one of the most instantly recognizable sounds in all of music? From the jazz geni... more
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12.
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Keith Badman
[Paperback 2004]
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Tracking every move in this great band's career, Badman reconstructs the evolution of The Beach Boys into one of the best-produced groups of the 1960s, exemplified by their 1966 peak with the "Pet Sounds" album. Includes 100 photographs, many of which hav... more
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13.
By
Jose Valenzuela
[Paperback 2005]
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This handy book offers tips and tricks on everything from recording and editing to mixing and mastering - with a complete list of over 250 shortcuts to help you get the most out of Pro Tools with the least effort. Each shortcut shows the keystroke com This indispensable guide provides... more
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By
Walter Carter
[Paperback 2006]
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For over 170 years the C.F. Martin company has produced some of the finest flat-top acoustic guitars in the world. Martin's designs for the shape and construction of these instruments have influenced virtually every other manufacturer, and the flat-top gu... more
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15.
By
Jim Dawson ,
Ian Whitcomb
[Paperback 2005]
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Music detective Jim Dawson reveals the real story of rock 'n' roll's beginnings like it's never been told before. It's all here, from the song's murky origins and Bill Haley's early struggles as a professional musician, to the record's explosion through m... more
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Philip Freeman
[Paperback 2005]
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This book reassesses Miles Davis' "electric period" and analyzes its continuing influence on contemporary music. While jazz purists often revile this phase - which encompasses the entire second half of his career, from 1967 until his death in 1991 - this... more
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17.
By
Rikky Rooksby
[Paperback 2001]
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Presenting a remarkable selection of songs ranging from vintage rock 'n' roll to today's electronic dance music, this book analyzes in fine detail the writing and recording techniques behind 100 selected singles and album cuts to see exactly what makes a... more
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18.
By
Ken Achard
[Paperback 2005]
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Known for his plain-speaking style and hard-driving business ways, Mississippi native Hartley Peavey pursued a dream that started in his teen years and developed into a musical instrument dynasty. Peavey's vision was to build top-quality instruments that... more
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19.
By
Denise Sullivan
[Paperback 2001]
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Blending personal insight with recent firsthand interviews, this book is a tribute to rock and roll anarchists--such as Ike Turner, Ramblin' Jack Elliott, The Kinks, Talking Heads, and Elvis Costello--who ignited generations of musicians and fans. 40 phot... more
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20.
By
Jim Aikin ,
Bob Moog
[Paperback 2003]
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The authoritative guide to the world's newest and most powerful musical instruments! Your computer may not look like a musical instrument, but with today's advanced software tools, even a modest Mac or PC can open up a world of rich and inspiring new soun... more
