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  MINSTREL BOY: Picasso of Song...

  Chris Gregory

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  MINSTREL BOY: Picasso of Song Part 2 
  This book is about is one of the major cultural figures of the modern age, combining a reverence for the traditions of many forms of American music with a distinctly postmodern sensibility. It is no exaggeration to state that he has revolutionised the art of poetic songwriting. He is a recipient of the Nobel Prize for Literature, the Pulitzer Prize and numerous other awards, as well as being arguably the most influential single artist in the history of rock music.  
  This book is the second volume of Chris Gregory’s Picasso of Song, a highly comprehensive ‘trilogy in reverse’ which takes ‘deep dives’ into all of the songs, while exploring the many ways in which he has used live performance to expand and deepen the effects of his art. Following on from the acclaimed Determined to Stand which covered his later years, Minstrel Boy focuses on the many artistic and personal metamorphoses he went through between 1967 and 1990 - what might be called his ‘years of struggle’. Dylan could easily have rested on the laurels of his early fame but he refused to be categorised or ‘boxed in’ by the intense personal pressures that were placed on him. Instead, he continued his restless quest to find new ways to present his songs to fans and followers, knowing that they would hang onto every word he said or sang.

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  Mastering Comedy - Elevate Your...

  Virversity Online Courses

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  Ready to tickle your funny bone and master the essence of humor? Mastering Comedy is an online course crafted to help you grasp the core elements of comedy, enhancing your skills to spread laughter around you.Discover the Art of Comedy and Humor:- Learn the fundamentals of comedy.- Understand various comedic styles and techniques.- Improve comedic timing and delivery.- Gain confidence in creating and performing comedy.- Unlock your unique comedic voice.Master the Basics of Comedy and Humor:Dive into the essentials of humor, exploring various comedic styles to entertain and engage your audience. Start with comedy fundamentals like timing, punchlines, and structure, perfect for stand-up, improv, or comedic writing enthusiasts.Through interactive lessons and exercises, develop your comedic skills and learn techniques used by professionals. Create relatable, humorous content, understand context's role in comedy, and use humor in storytelling and communication.The course highlights critical comedic timing and delivery, helping you refine your skills to make sure your jokes hit the mark with confidence. By the course's end, you'll have the tools to craft and deliver your own comedic material successfully.Upon completion of Mastering Comedy, you'll possess a comprehensive understanding of humor, ready to apply these skills in various settings. Whether pursuing a comedy career or wanting to make others laugh, this course transforms your humor perspective and empowers you to bring joy and laughter to any audience.

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  The Art and Business of Songwriting

  Larry D. Batiste

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  In this valuable resource guide for both beginners and professionals, veteran songwriter, producer, arranger, vocalist, music director, and educator Larry D. Batiste shares practical advice and tips from his decades of experience in ways that are bound to help all listeners improve their songwriting skills. Through this book, listeners will learn the craft of professional songwriting, including the ins-and-outs of song structure, lyric and melody writing, and the essential elements of a hit song. From the start, Batiste incorporates exercises to help songwriters strike upon ideas for song titles, concepts, and stories that will appeal to their audience. He also discusses critical business aspects of songwriting, such as copyrighting, publishing, royalties, networking, and digital media. In addition to the fundamentals, the listener will learn how to build their songwriting career, generate income, build an online community and fanbase, release music independently, expertly place their songs, and navigate the world of digital music. Throughout the book are interviews with iconic songwriters and producers such as Peter Asher, Lamont Dozier, and Narada Michael Walden, as well as independent recording artists, including Fantastic Negrito, a winner of multiple Grammy Awards, and Meklit Hadero.

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  Let's Build A Snowman

  Kim Mitzo Thompson, Karen Mitzo...

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  “Let's Build a Snowman” is a delightful story/song combination for children as they listen and follow along word-for-word in this adorably illustrated eBook. Fun music will entertain pre-readers as these rhymes reinforce early literacy skills needed for school success. This holiday season, kids and parents alike will enjoy reading and singing along to “Let's Build a Snowman” as they listen to this and follow” over and over again!

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  Drama Box and the Social Theatre...

  How Wee Ng

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  This pioneering study provides an essential guide to the formative years of Drama Box, a leading Chinese-language theatre company in Singapore. How Wee Ng presents a compelling narrative of how Drama Box has emerged as a prominent force in the field of theatre for social intervention, effectively amplifying the voices of marginalised communities and establishing itself as a foremost advocate of cutting-edge, socially oriented artistic practice. Ng’s in-depth analysis of Drama Box’s most influential works during this pivotal period, and his meticulous examination of the social, political, and economic contexts of their productions, illuminate the remarkable balance the company has achieved in its engagement with government policy, censorship, and financial imperatives, while fiercely defending its artistic autonomy. As well as unveiling the remarkable history of Drama Box, the book offers readers a unique lens through which to understand the complex relationship between the arts and state authority, and the broader socio-cultural and political landscape of contemporary Singapore.

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  City Resilience - Building...

  Lyric Vale

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  In an era of rapid urbanization, cities are facing an array of challenges that threaten the sustainability and stability of urban life. From climate change-induced natural disasters to social inequality and economic instability, the vulnerabilities of urban environments are increasingly evident. As the global population continues to concentrate in cities, the importance of urban resilience has never been more critical. Urban resilience refers to a city's capacity to withstand, adapt to, and recover from various shocks and stresses, ensuring the continued wellbeing of its residents and the functionality of its infrastructure. 
  The resilience of urban communities is not just about withstanding external shocks such as earthquakes, floods, or pandemics, but also about the ability to respond to longer-term stresses like climate change, economic fluctuations, and demographic shifts. Cities are complex systems, where the interplay of social, environmental, economic, and technological factors can either contribute to vulnerability or foster the development of adaptive capacities. Building resilience, therefore, requires a multi-dimensional approach that integrates these various aspects, creating a robust foundation upon which cities can thrive despite inevitable challenges. 
  One of the primary reasons urban resilience has gained such prominence is the growing recognition of the vulnerability of cities in the face of climate change. With rising sea levels, more frequent and severe storms, and heatwaves becoming the norm, cities are exposed to significant risks that threaten public safety, economic stability, and infrastructure. Moreover, rapid urban growth often leads to poor urban planning, inadequate infrastructure, and limited resources to address emerging problems.

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