Rockin' the Classics and Classicizin' the Rock:

Rockin' the Classics and Classicizin' the Rock:
Author: Janell R. Duxbury
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Total Pages: 590
Release: 2001-02-05
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1462807364

Rock music of all varieties has been influenced by classical music and vice versa, both in the form of direct quotes and in the form of borrowings of style, composition, and instrumentation. The average listener may be unaware of the many links between rock music and the classics. One might remember a few examples, such as Walter Murphy's chart-topping "A Fifth of Beethoven" or Eric Carmen's "All by Myself," but pass them off as interesting anomalies. However, the influence of the classics on rock music is pervasive and grows from a long line of precedents. This second supplement to Janell R. Duxbury's original 1985 discography, Rockin' the Classics and Classicizin' the Rock, brings the earlier work and first supplement up-to-date with hundreds of new entries documenting recently released or newly discovered examples of the interconnection between these musical genres. Duxbury details nearly 700 new examples of recorded rock instrumentals and songs that borrow musical themes from the classics. Variations range from contemporary renditions of complete classical works to brief classical quotes or phrases subtly incorporated into rock compositions. Duxbury also gives additional examples of recorded orchestral versions of songs originally composed and/or written by rock artists. In these examples, the musical style varies from strict classical interpretations to pop-style orchestral renditions. The second supplement then expands Duxbury's original compilation of sound recordings and live performances of rock groups performing with established orchestras and choruses, selected samples of recorded rock music that simulate baroque or classical sound/structure, examples of the manifest influence of rock on classical music, and instances of rock artists and classical artists switching roles. Lastly, this discography updates the 1985 version and the first supplement with new information, expanded details, and minor corrections to the earlier works. An extended list of selected non-rock background examples is included in several new appendixes. The Preface is updated. A general index includes the names of classical composers, rock artists and groups, orchestras, choruses, orchestra conductors, sound recording producers, and song or instrumental titles. With its incomparable scope and content, this supplement, together with Duxbury's previous discography, and its first supplement will be appreciated by students, researchers, record collectors, trivia buffs, music industry employees, and fans of rock music and the classics.

Rocking the Classics

Rocking the Classics
Author: Edward Macan
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages: 325
Release: 1997
Genre: Progressive rock music
ISBN: 0195098870

This is the first authoritative study of the music, history and culture of progressive rock, a genre remembered for its virtuoso guitar solos and massive stage shows. Among the bands covered are Jethro Tull, Genesis, Yes, and Pink Floyd.

Rockin' Garages

Rockin' Garages
Author: Tom Cotter
Publisher: Motorbooks
Total Pages: 193
Release: 2012-11-15
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 1610586875

DIV "Ken Gross is one of the premiere auto writers in the United States. This is a terrific book... a great Father's Day gift and a great read." - Jay Leno Cars and rock ‘n roll have always gone hand in hand. Whether it’s a garage band piling into some decrepit rig to get to the next gig or a killer guitar riff blasting from a Mustang, rock ‘n roll keeps us moving when we’re behind the wheel. It’s no surprise, then, that some of the music world’s big names are also serious car guys. Jimmie Vaughn, Billy Joel, Brian Johnson (AC/DC), J Geils, Brad Whitford (Aerosmith), and others each spend as much time behind the wheel as they can. Hot rods, customs, muscle cars, motorcycles, race cars, and sports cars—the variety of vehicles is as eclectic as rock ‘n roll itself. Rockin’ Garages showcases top performers, their cars, and their garages. Authors Tom Cotter and Ken Gross profile each musician, revealing the story behind their moto-lust and what drives their car collecting. Each profile is complemented by Michael Alan Ross’ top-notch photography. Rockin’ Garages puts you behind the wheel with some of your favorite musicians. /div

Understanding Rock

Understanding Rock
Author: John Rudolph Covach
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages: 238
Release: 1997
Genre: Rock music
ISBN: 0195100050

Each of the essays in this serious study and analysis of rock music is written by one of musicology's best young scholars. The essays cover bands like The Grateful Dead, Yes, K.D. Lang, Jimi Hendrix and The Beach Boys.

The Greatest Rock Guitar Fake Book (Songbook)

The Greatest Rock Guitar Fake Book (Songbook)
Author: Hal Leonard Corp.
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
Total Pages: 970
Release: 2000-02-01
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1458433153

(Fake Book). This is the ultimate rock guitar collection! It features 200 classic and contemporary hits with melody, lyrics and chord frames, plus authentically transcribed guitar parts in notes and tablature! Songs include: All Day and All of the Night * American Woman * Angie * Another One Bites the Dust * Ballroom Blitz * Bang a Gong (Get It On) * Black Hole Sun * Blue on Black * Carry On Wayward Son * Centerfold * Change the World * Come Out and Play * Crazy Train * Cult of Personality * Don't Fear the Reaper * Double Vision * Dream On * Dust in the Wind * Every Breath You Take * The Freshmen * Give Me One Reason * Gloria * Heartache Tonight * Hey Joe * The House Is Rockin' * I Feel Fine * Iris * Iron Man * Layla * Learning to Fly * Little Sister * Money * My Generation * Nights in White Satin * Owner of a Lonely Heart * Paranoid * Patience * Piece of My Heart * Pride and Joy * Push * Revolution * Rhiannon * Roxanne * Semi-Charmed Life * Smoke on the Water * Something to Talk About * Suffragette City * Sultans of Swing * Susie Q * These Eyes * Twist and Shout * Two Princes * Welcome to the Jungle * Woman from Tokyo * Wonderwall * You Got It * more!

A Guide to Popular Music Reference Books

A Guide to Popular Music Reference Books
Author: Gary Haggerty
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 230
Release: 1995-09-30
Genre: Music
ISBN: 0313387710

A guide to locating information on popular music and the people who create it, this volume is designed as a desk reference—to locate answers to specific questions and to direct library users to key resources. More than 400 comprehensive titles are carefully annotated, describing content, scope, and special features. The focus is on the musical styles that have developed measurable commercial success through recordings and live performance. Along with academic titles, many important titles from the popular press are included, as well as selected electronic resources. A necessary reference tool for any library, scholar, student, and popular music buff. The work covers bibliographies, indexes, discographies, dictionaries and encyclopedias, biographical resources, directories, almanacs, yearbooks, and guidebooks on styles that include jazz, swing, Tin Pan Alley, country, gospel, blues, rhythm and blues, soul, rockabilly, rock, heavy metal, musical theater, and film music. Its extensive appendices feature discographies and bibliographies of individual artists and ensembles. A detailed index combining authors, titles, and subjects makes cross-referencing easy. The entries are modeled after the immensely useful The Guide to Reference Books.

Best Rock Guitar Songs Ever (Songbook)

Best Rock Guitar Songs Ever (Songbook)
Author: Hal Leonard Corp.
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
Total Pages: 465
Release: 2000-07-01
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1458418472

(Guitar Recorded Versions). This second edition features 30 great guitar-driven rock anthems, including: Aqualung * Back in Black * Born to Be Wild * Crazy Train * Day Tripper * Hey Joe * Iron Man * Layla * Mississippi Queen * Smells like Teen Spirit * Smoke on the Water * Start Me Up * Sweet Child O' Mine * Sweet Home Alabama * Walk This Way * and more.

Acoustic Rock Guitar Songs for Dummies (Songbook)

Acoustic Rock Guitar Songs for Dummies (Songbook)
Author: Hal Leonard Corp.
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
Total Pages: 531
Release: 2009-06-01
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1458447510

(Guitar Collection). Everything you need to play some of the greatest acoustic rock songs is here, including note-for-note transcriptions with lyrics and tab, and easy-to-understand performance notes. Features 32 complete tunes: Against the Wind * All Apologies * Band on the Run * Every Rose Has Its Thorn * Have You Ever Seen the Rain? * The Joker * Learning to Fly * Love the One You're With * More than Words * Name * Rocky Raccoon * Walk on the Wild Side * and more.

PlayTime Piano Rock 'n' Roll - Level 1

PlayTime Piano Rock 'n' Roll - Level 1
Author: Nancy Faber
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
Total Pages: 24
Release: 1999-01-01
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1616773189

(Faber Piano Adventures ). A collection of rock and roll classics from the '50s and '60s. The selections offer fun and excitement at the lessons, while still providing practice in the basics. Includes: Rock Around the Clock * Surfer Girl * Rockin' Robin * The Green Mosquito * Cool Strut * Come Go With Me * The Purple People Eater * Walk Right In * Peanut Butter * Blue Suede Shoes.