This comprehensive introduction to the art of jazz aims to provides the reader with an accessible source of reference. The chronological coverage includes discussions of history that should help the reader make sense of the changes in style.
Paul Tanner Books
Shop Talk
- 144 pages
- 6 hours of reading
The collection humorously explores the struggles of retail workers, portraying them as underappreciated individuals facing the challenges of dealing with difficult customers. Tanner highlights the absurdities of their daily grind in superstores, revealing their yearning for liberation from the oppressive retail environment and corporate giants. Through sharp wit and relatable anecdotes, the book sheds light on the often-overlooked experiences of those behind the checkout counter.
Class Act
- 150 pages
- 6 hours of reading
The narrative follows Tanner as he navigates the challenges of low-wage jobs and the struggles of unemployment. This third collection captures his experiences with humor and raw honesty, reflecting on the monotony of stacking shelves and the frustrations of the job center. Through vivid storytelling, Tanner explores themes of resilience and the search for purpose amidst the bleakness of everyday life.
The Ism Prison
- 204 pages
- 8 hours of reading
This collection offers a humorous take on contemporary life in Liverpool and the broader UK through a mix of poems, essays, and cartoons. It cleverly satirizes the quirks and characteristics of its inhabitants, providing a witty commentary on modern society. The blend of different literary forms enhances the comedic effect, making it an entertaining read for those familiar with the region and its culture.
Student Instrumental Course: Studies and Melodious Etudes for Trombone, Level III
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
The Belwin Student Instrumental Course is a course for individual instruction and class instruction of like instruments, at three levels, for all band instruments. Each book is complete in itself, but all books are correlated with each other. Although each book can be used separately, all supplementary books should be used as companion books with the method.
Student Instrumental Course: Trombone Soloist, Level I
- 20 pages
- 1 hour of reading
The Belwin Student Instrumental Course is a course for individual instruction and class instruction of like instruments, at three levels, for all band instruments. Each book is complete in itself, but all books are correlated with each other. Although each book can be used separately, all supplementary books should be used as companion books with the method.
The Belwin Student Instrumental Course is a course for individual instruction and class instruction of like instruments, at three levels, for all band instruments. Each book is complete in itself, but all books are correlated with each other. Although each book can be used separately, all supplementary books should be used as companion books with the method.
Catalog of an exhibition held at the Graphische Sammlung der ETH Zèurich, April 10-June 21, 2002.
Gärbers Gritli
- 550 pages
- 20 hours of reading
Der historische Roman erzählt von der Zeit vor, während und nach dem Bauernkrieg und bietet einen Einblick in das Leben der Menschen in dieser turbulenten Epoche. Geschrieben im Unteremmentaler Dialekt, vermittelt das Werk authentische Einblicke in die lokalen Gegebenheiten und den Alltag der Protagonisten. Die Erzählung beleuchtet sowohl die Konflikte als auch die Herausforderungen, mit denen die Bevölkerung konfrontiert war, und zeichnet ein lebendiges Bild der damaligen Gesellschaft.
Ein geheimnisvolles Licht am Dachgiebel des abgelegenen Kleinstheimwesens "Güduweidli" sorgt für Rätselraten. Barbara Schütz nutzt ihr Tagebuch, um dem Phänomen auf den Grund zu gehen. Die Frage, ob das Licht auf etwas Kaufenswertes hinweist, zieht sie in einen spannenden Strudel aus Entdeckungen und Geheimnissen, während sie die Hintergründe des mysteriösen Halogenscheinwerfers ergründet.