The Greatest Song of All

The Greatest Song of All
Author: Megan Hoyt
Publisher: Quill Tree Books
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2022-06-21
Genre:
ISBN: 9780063045279

From the acclaimed author of Bartali's Bicycle comes the inspiring story of violin virtuoso Isaac Stern and his mission to save the beloved Carnegie Hall from demolition. When Carnegie Hall first opened its doors in 1891, no one could have predicted its incredible success. With talented artists like Duke Ellington and Albert Einstein gracing its stage, the hall quickly became a place where all people--no matter their skin color, religion, or social status--could come together under one roof to be entertained. People like Isaac Stern. The son of Jewish immigrants who fled war-torn Ukraine for America to escape the Holocaust, Isaac was a talented violinist whose dream of one day performing on Carnegie Hall's legendary stage came true, many times over. So when a real estate tycoon sets out to demolish Carnegie Hall, Isaac knew something had to be done to preserve decades of hopes, dreams, and inclusivity. Author Megan Hoyt and illustrator Katie Hickey tell the true story of one man's fight to save a historical landmark whose timeless symbol of equality will forever stand the test of time.

The Greatest Song

The Greatest Song
Author: Kevin Griffin
Publisher: BrownBooks.ORM
Total Pages: 149
Release: 2023-04-25
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1612546323

Jake Stark. Hit songwriter for Nashville music publisher, MegaMusic. Until he’s not. When MegaMusic decides to not renew his contract over a lack of hit songs, Jake is at a loss. His creative energy is down, and the bills are piling up. Enter Sir Daniel Smith-Daniels, the young, enigmatic owner of the hottest music publisher in Nashville, The Row. During a compelling initial meeting, Sir Daniel introduces Jake to his unique approach to work and life, The Method. Soon, with the help of The Row’s talented roster of collaborators, Jake is creating some of the best music he’s written in years. And what’s more, by following The Method’s five distinctive practices, Jake may finally be able to write the song he’s always known has been within him, but just out of reach, The Greatest Song. From acclaimed songwriter, Kevin Griffin, The Greatest Song is a creative-nonfiction book for every profession. Through the inspiring fictional narrative of Jake Stark, Griffin shares ideas that can be used by anyone, anywhere, to transform their career and their life.

World's Greatest Hits: Songs That Rock The Ages

World's Greatest Hits: Songs That Rock The Ages
Author: Baby Professor
Publisher: Speedy Publishing LLC
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2015-12-20
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1682808661

Songs are reflections of the writers' emotions, culture and ideas too. You would notice that each genre evolved from a specific period of time. Lyrics and melodies also change through the years. This book details some of the best songs the world has ever heard. If you look closely, you will see patterns that will make you understand and appreciate music more. Reserve your copy today!

Origins of a Song

Origins of a Song
Author: Jake Grogan
Publisher: Cider Mill Press
Total Pages: 336
Release: 2018-05-01
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1604337753

David Bowie, tired of the rock 'n roll Los Angeles lifestyle, picks up and moves to West Berlin. Sixteen-year-old Rod Stewart sneaks into a music festival and has a coming-of-age experience. Paul McCartney dreams of his deceased mother. The rest is music history. For lyricists and listeners alike, Origins of a Song is the inspiring collection of 202 true stories behind the world’s greatest lyrics. Delve into the compelling real-life stories behind the world’s greatest lyrics with Origins of a Song. Featuring profiles of 202 musical masterpieces that span genres and generations, this book explores the inspiration and creative process behind each song. Get glimpses into the inception of these timeless tunes, and learn about the individual creative process for these songwriters and musicians. Origins of a Song will not only leave you with a different perspective on your favorite songs, but it will also have you inspired to start crafting some yourself! Author Jake Grogan is originally from Ellenville, New York, and currently resides in Queens. He has a BA from Fordham University, where he studied journalism. The story behind his favorite song, "Dancing Queen" by ABBA, inspired him to pursue Origins of a Song.

World's Greatest Children's Songs

World's Greatest Children's Songs
Author:
Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing
Total Pages: 148
Release: 2008
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780739052068

World's Greatest Children's Songs includes both traditional and modern folk songs, along with amusing parodies, teaching songs, and more. It also features a large number of more recent hits that children love, including songs that originated on popular television shows (such as Sesame Street, The Muppets, The Wiggles) and tunes from unforgettable movies. The arrangements are easy enough to be played by children at the early intermediate level, yet musical enough for adults to enjoy performing them as well. Lyrics and chord symbols are provided. Titles: A-Tisket, A-Tasket * The Alphabet Song * The Ants Came Marching * Baby Beluga * The Ballad of Gilligan's Isle * Bananaphone * The Bear Went over the Mountain * Bill Grogan's Goat * B-i-n-g-o * Camptown Races * The Chicken Dance (Dance Little Bird) * Chim Chim Che-ree * Did You Ever See a Lassie? * Do Your Ears Hang Low? * The Dreidel Song * The Eensy-Weensy Spider * Found a Peanut * Frère Jacques * Fruit Salad * Get Ready to Wiggle * Go In and Out the Window * Going to the Zoo * Happy Birthday to You * Heigh Ho (from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs) * Henry the Octopus * Here We Go Looby Loo * He's Got the Whole World in His Hands * The Hokey-Pokey * Hot Potato * Hush Little Baby * If I Only Had a Brain (from The Wizard of Oz) * If You're Happy and You Know It * It's a Small World * It's Raining, It's Pouring * Kookaburra Sits in the Old Gum Tree * Kum Ba Yah * Lavender Blue (Dilly Dilly) * The Lion Sleeps Tonight * Mail Myself to You * The Marvelous Toy * (Meet) The Flintstones * Merrily We Roll Along * The Merry-Go-Round Broke Down * Michael, Row the Boat Ashore * Mickey Mouse March * Monster Mash * The Muppet Show Theme * The Noble Duke of York * Oats, Peas, Beans and Barley Grow * Oh Where, Oh Where Has My Little Dog Gone? * Old MacDonald * On Top of Spaghetti * Over the Rainbow *A Peanut Sat on a Railroad Track * Peter Cottontail * Polly Wolly Doodle * Pop! Goes the Weasel * Puff (The Magic Dragon) * The Purple People Eater * Put Your Finger in the Air * Rainbow Connection (from The Muppet Movie) * Riding in My Car (Car Car Song) * Ring Around the Rosy * Rock-a-Bye Baby * Rock-a-Bye Your Bear * Row, Row, Row Your Boat * Shake My Sillies Out * She'll Be Comin' 'Round the Mountain * Skidamarink * Splish Splash * Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious * Swinging on a Star * Take Me Out to the Ball Game * There Were Ten in a Bed * This Land Is Your Land * This Old Man * Under the Sea (The Little Mermaid) * The Unicorn * We're Off to See the Wizard (from The Wizard of Oz) * The Wheels on the Bus * When the Saints Go Marching In * When You Wish Upon a Star * Whistle While You Work * Who Built the Ark * Who's Afraid of the Big, Bad Wolf? * Winnie the Pooh * Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah. 144 pages.

Slippin' Out of Darkness

Slippin' Out of Darkness
Author: Bob Ruggiero
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages: 368
Release: 2017-10-11
Genre:
ISBN: 9781974166527

The first biography of the seminal music group WAR whose many hits include "Spill the Wine," "All Day Music," "Why Can't We Be Friends?" "Slippin' into Darkness," "The Cisco Kid," and - of course - "Low Rider." They combined rock, funk, soul, R&B, jazz, and a strong Latin vibe in their music, they have been awarded two Platinum and eight Gold records in their career. Their album "The World is a Ghetto" was the bestselling release of 1973 and was #444 on the list of "Rolling Stone's Top 500 Albums" list. This unauthorized book follows the group from their early incarnations when Harold Brown and Howard Scott met to form the Creators and then the Night Shift, to their partnership with former Animals lead singer Eric Burdon, to a highly successful career on their own with the core original lineup of Brown, Scott, Lee Oskar, Lonnie Jordan, B.B. Dickerson, Papa Dee Allen, and Charles Miller. The story also follows the band through their later, leaner years, the tragic deaths of two members, and the conflicts that led to a fissure and a split of performing entities that continues to this day. Featuring original interviews, archival research, and musical analysis and commentary, "Slippin' Out of Darkness: The Story of WAR" tells the tale of one of the most unique bands in the history of Classic Rock-era music.

Sondheim: Lyrics

Sondheim: Lyrics
Author: Stephen Sondheim
Publisher: Everyman's Library
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2020-03-03
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1101908165

A beautiful Pocket Poets hardcover selection of the most memorable and beloved lyrics of Stephen Sondheim Legendary composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim made his Broadway debut with West Side Story in 1957 at the age of twenty-seven. His remarkable and wide-ranging career has spanned more than six decades since then, and he has accumulated accolades that include eight Tony Awards, an Academy Award, eight Grammy Awards, six Laurence Olivier Awards, a Pulitzer Prize, the Kennedy Center Honors, and a Presidential Medal of Freedom. Sondheim redefined musical theater with his groundbreaking work, combining words and music in ways that are by turns challenging, moving, witty, profound, and never less than exhilarating. This volume includes a selection of lyrics from across his career, drawn from shows including West Side Story, Gypsy, Company, Follies, A Little Night Music, Sweeney Todd, Sunday in the Park with George, Into the Woods, and more. The result is a delightful pocket-sized treasury of the very best of Sondheim.