Burning in Blueness The Dark-Light of a Countertenor

Burning in Blueness The Dark-Light of a Countertenor
Author: Maxine Handy
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 275
Release: 2011-06-21
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1446670317

Burning in Blueness is a haunting memoir of the world's foremost countertenor James Bowman. The author lyrically portrays and interprets her affinity with the great man and his music. The text is in three parts covering a total of three decades, to include James' work with David Munrow, Britten and Pears, and as the voice of Robert King's five-year Purcell series. The account is not chronological, but traces the creative contact between the author's literary interests and James Bowman's musical genius. The book makes a valuable contribution to musical history, as the famous and intensely private countertenor himself, has always resisted the suggestion of a conventional biography. Burning in Blueness is part of James' legacy as he approaches his 70th birthday in 2011.

Triple-Portrait of a Countertenor

Triple-Portrait of a Countertenor
Author: Maxine Handy
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 135
Release: 2010-10-30
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1446653447

Triple-Portrait traces over time a unique empathy with the voice of world-renowned countertenor James Bowman. First entranced by his May 1972 live performance of the Britten/Purcell realisation Sweeter Than Roses, the author later commissioned a Scena to mark his 50th birthday. A decade of creative contact followed, during which, James made his ecstatic music personal and even more beautiful, wrapping his listener in the dignity of Art.

Close Readings

Close Readings
Author: Maxine Handy
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 86
Release:
Genre:
ISBN: 1471669122

Space Opera

Space Opera
Author: Catherynne M. Valente
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 304
Release: 2018-04-10
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1481497510

2019 HUGO AWARD FINALIST, BEST NOVEL The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy meets the joy and glamour of Eurovision in bestselling author Catherynne M. Valente's science fiction spectacle, where sentient races compete for glory in a galactic musical contest…and the stakes are as high as the fate of planet Earth. A century ago, the Sentience Wars tore the galaxy apart and nearly ended the entire concept of intelligent space-faring life. In the aftermath, a curious tradition was invented—something to cheer up everyone who was left and bring the shattered worlds together in the spirit of peace, unity, and understanding. Once every cycle, the great galactic civilizations gather for the Metagalactic Grand Prix—part gladiatorial contest, part beauty pageant, part concert extravaganza, and part continuation of the wars of the past. Species far and wide compete in feats of song, dance and/or whatever facsimile of these can be performed by various creatures who may or may not possess, in the traditional sense, feet, mouths, larynxes, or faces. And if a new species should wish to be counted among the high and the mighty, if a new planet has produced some savage group of animals, machines, or algae that claim to be, against all odds, sentient? Well, then they will have to compete. And if they fail? Sudden extermination for their entire species. This year, though, humankind has discovered the enormous universe. And while they expected to discover a grand drama of diplomacy, gunships, wormholes, and stoic councils of aliens, they have instead found glitter, lipstick, and electric guitars. Mankind will not get to fight for its destiny—they must sing. Decibel Jones and the Absolute Zeroes have been chosen to represent their planet on the greatest stage in the galaxy. And the fate of Earth lies in their ability to rock.

Billboard

Billboard
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 154
Release: 1995-02-25
Genre:
ISBN:

In its 114th year, Billboard remains the world's premier weekly music publication and a diverse digital, events, brand, content and data licensing platform. Billboard publishes the most trusted charts and offers unrivaled reporting about the latest music, video, gaming, media, digital and mobile entertainment issues and trends.

Oracles of Time, Ascending Ram

Oracles of Time, Ascending Ram
Author: Nebulous Henctis
Publisher: Independently Published
Total Pages: 326
Release: 2024-08-17
Genre: Art
ISBN: 1965502008

(Blurb) Have you felt a lack of resonance or disconnect from mainstream astrology, as if something is missing? Have you lost faith in your spirituality? Don’t be disillusioned by what you’ve been told; there is still a chance. With your missing keys restored, unlock the gifts waiting in this book to find living proof of how invaluable astrology is. As you embark on this journey, you will discover a sure path that explains, step by step, how to map your spiritual growth. Offering unique techniques to plan your life, this book guides you through heaven and earth, enhancing your existence so that you can live in alignment with your true path. Reach for success in a way that fulfills your authenticity. This information is for you, providing victory for astrologers everywhere. From the atomic to the supergalactic plane, easily map your astrological charts to the entire universe. Get involved with a united cooperation, combining zodiacs and calendars from around the world. Whether you are still a beginner or have surpassed the elite, guidance and hope for everyone can be found. Oracles of Time, Ascending Ram, is an educational book. With comprehensive explanations of the realms of spirituality, astrology, and physics, you will finally comprehend some of the most ancient sciences. You can win here. Deepen your understanding of the heavenly complexities, where vibrant and accessible explanations are clearly employed. This blueprint is for the foundation of your global astrology community. Confusion is annulled. Anyone from any religious or non-religious background can learn by reading these pages. Here is the roadmap for the return to paradise. (Summary) This book includes over 50 full-color graphs and pictures to help you completely comprehend your astrology. You will find eight base calendars, including the Inca Quipu, the Chinese Sheng Xiao, the Maya Haab, the Aztec Tzolkin, the Greco-Roman Mazzaroth, and several others. Together, they form a true science aligned in precise harmony. Oracles of Time isn’t like mainstream astrology at all. This is the most sophisticated astrology in the world, coupled with the greatest advancements in psychology ever seen. It is designed to be safe for children and adults. This is like a textbook for schooling. If you could get a PhD in astrological sciences, Ascending Ram would be the book to use in college. This astrology doesn’t actually tell you who you are; rather, it focuses on guidance from people in priestly-type positions. Astrologers become the supervisors of all religions without ever having to make direct contact. They help humanity coexist in peace as they learn to become the overseers of every faith. It has been developed to resurrect astrology and deliver the most righteous and productive people possible. Nearly all religions on Earth were included. Everyone is safe here. Each faith has been encompassed in atomic formats, allowing them to be easily understood. Your intellectual capacity to comprehend religious diversity will be greatly expanded. Oracles of Time is also a Galactic Coordinate System. It provides a professional map of our position in the galaxy. Ascending Ram includes a detailed Galactic Positioning System, with sufficient astronomy for the new age of space travel.

A Sweet Obscurity

A Sweet Obscurity
Author: Patrick Gale
Publisher: Hachette UK
Total Pages: 424
Release: 2018-01-05
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1472255453

Bittersweet and startling, A SWEET OBSCURITY is a novel of childhood, love and the consequences of how lives are lived. 'Intriguing and impressive. A memorable study of a child forced cruelly, even tragically, to grow up too soon' Sunday Times Since her mother's death, nine year old Dido has been living with her eccentric aunt, acting as peacekeeper between Eliza, her estranged husband Giles and his girlfriend. They are each cruelly burdened in different ways. Chance draws them down to Cornwall, where a country idyll offers to lighten their urban cares. Eliza falls in love with local farmer, Pearce, an event that causes the four adults to re-assess their lives, with some painful and unforeseen consequences for adults and child alike.

The History and Technique of the Counter-tenor

The History and Technique of the Counter-tenor
Author: Peter Giles
Publisher:
Total Pages: 496
Release: 1994
Genre: Music
ISBN:

In two parts, the first covering the history of the voice and the second part describes the mechanism and techniques of the counter-tenor.