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  Mussorgsky in Words and Music

  Davinia Caddy

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  The Great Gate of Kiev resounds to the tumultuous bell rings that end Pictures an an Exhibition, one of the most magnificent and virtuosic of all piano pieces. However, to some of his contemporaries, Modest Mussorgsky was ‘insane’ and ‘a perfect idiot’. Born into a wealthy land-owning family, what drove this tormented man and why did he suffer psychological breakdowns and alcoholism? How did he achieve his command of the realist idiom in his stage works? Illustrated with some of Mussorgsky’s finest works, the biographical narrative includes excerpts from Songs and Dances of Death, Boris Godunov, A Night on the Bald Mountain and, of course, Pictures at an Exhibition.

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  The Humbugs of the World - An...

  P. T. Barnum

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  P. T. Barnum, best-known for his own use of hoaxes in his popular Barnum & Bailey Circus, found that the use of hoaxes was acceptable when the audience was getting the entertainment they paid for. When it came to religious hoaxes, fraud, and swindling, Barnum was avidly against it. He even went so far as to offer $500 to any medium who could prove that they actually could reach the dead. In this exposé of humbugs and the scams they perpetuate, he goes after religious quacks, witches and sorcerers, and other forms of frauds in all walks of life. He discusses some of the most notable scams of the time and reveals the perpetrators as humbugs. In addition to scams, he also discusses business affairs and his own opinions of the current events of his time.

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  No Bull Music Theory for...

  James Shipway

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  Music Theory for Guitarists is the ground-breaking guitar theory book for guitar players. Now, guitarists of all levels can understand most of the music theory they'll ever need, without the confusion.  
  Easy to understand language, explanations and practical examples mean you can understand in hours, music theory concepts which can confuse guitar players for years. No music reading or theory knowledge required!   
  12 bite-sized chapters teach you the following topics and show you how to use them in your playing, improvising and song writing. The Musical Alphabet - the 12 notes used in musicTones and SemitonesThe Major Scale - what it is and why you need itMajor and Minor Triads (used in most pop, country, rock and folk music)Intervals (major scale and chromatic)Major Keys (the secret to writing great songs and solos)Chord Progressions (start writing pro sounding chord sequences/songs) Pentatonic Scales (most common guitar scales ever)The Natural Minor Scale (for minor key soloing)Minor Key Basics - understand minor key songs and chord sequences 
  Perfect for learning guitar music theory at beginner/intermediate level, boosting knowledge to improve playing/songwriting, understanding other musicians use and learning to write better songs. 
  I wrote this as the antidote to the confusing, poorly explained music theory books guitarists (including me) have had to struggle with until now, so grab your guitar and nail 99% of the music theory you need, with Music Theory for Guitarists!

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  Liao Dynasty - Nomadic...

  Rolf Hedger

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  The story of the Liao people begins in the vast and harsh steppe regions to the north of China, where they first emerged as a formidable force in the region’s history. The Liao were a nomadic group, characterized by their mastery of horseback riding and combat, which set them apart from the sedentary agricultural societies of the surrounding civilizations. Their origins are not fully understood, but it is widely believed that they came from the Mongolian Plateau, migrating southward and eastward into the northern reaches of China during the early centuries of the Common Era. 
  In their early years, the Liao people were organized into various tribes, each with its own leadership and customs. These tribes were constantly in motion, following the migratory patterns of their livestock and engaging in periodic warfare with one another for dominance and resources. Despite the chaotic nature of their existence, the Liao were bound together by a common identity rooted in their nomadic lifestyle and warrior culture. Over time, they developed a strong sense of unity, driven by their shared need to survive in an unforgiving environment. 
  As the tribes of the Liao people grew in number and influence, they began to organize themselves more systematically under the leadership of powerful chieftains. These chieftains rose to prominence not only through their military prowess but also through their ability to forge alliances and broker peace with neighboring peoples. The Liao were skilled diplomats, and many of their early leaders recognized the value of creating relationships with the settled agricultural societies that dominated China’s northern frontier. This strategic diplomacy allowed them to secure critical resources, such as grain and horses, while maintaining their autonomy and military strength.

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  Continuity

  Bess Wohl

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  A sheet of ice sits in the desert of New Mexico. A mad eco-terrorist plants a bomb in order to save humankind. A beleaguered film crew tries to get in one last shot before losing the light. Storytelling and science collide with hilarious and devastating consequences. 
   
  “Continuity” is part of L.A. Theatre Works’ Relativity Series of science-themed plays. Lead funding for the Relativity Series is provided by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, bridging science and the arts in the modern world. 
   
  Recorded at The Invisible Studios, West Hollywood in December 2022. 
   
  Directed by Anna Lyse Erikson 
  Producing Director: Susan Albert Loewenberg 
   
  An L.A. Theatre Works full-cast production starring: 
   
  Johnny Berchtold as Jake and George	 
  Seamus Dever as David Caxton	 
  Sarah Drew as Eve and Nicole 
  Mark Holden as Sound Guy 
  Desireé Mee Jung as First AD 
  Kurt Kanazawa as The PA 
  Stacey Martinez as Second PA 
  Bukola Ogunmola as Dr. Anna Gerber and Lily 
  Devon Sorvari as Second AD and Camera Op Stephen Tobolowsky as Larry 
  Liza Weil as Maria 
   
  Senior Producer: Anna Lyse Erikson 
  Audio Concept Design by Mark Holden  
  Recording Engineer and Editor: Neil Wogenson  
  Sound Design: Mark Holden, David Wilson and Charles Carroll 
  Mixing Engineer: Charles Carroll 
  Prepared for Audio by Mark Holden for The Invisible Studios, West Hollywood 
  Senior Radio Producer: Ronn Lipkin 
  Foley Artist: Jeff Gardner

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  Caravan The - Talk of the Town

  Praveen Donthi

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  An article published by Delhi Press Magazine 'The Caravan' on How Arun Jaitley wins friends and influences people

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