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Michael Walker

    Michael Walker crafts vivid narratives centered on the pulsating heart of music and culture, particularly exploring the legendary milieu of Laurel Canyon, a crucible of rock and roll. His work delves into how this iconic neighborhood shaped the evolution of music and captures the zeitgeist of an era that birthed groundbreaking sounds. Walker also probes the world of punk rock history, illuminating its lasting impact on modern music. His extensive journalistic background, including editorial roles at major newspapers, informs his insightful examinations of pop culture.

    Hortus Musicalis Novum - New Garden of Music - The Fantasies Late Renaissance Lute Music by Elias Mertel Volume Three For Baritone Ukulele and Other Four Course Instruments
    Kingdom Road
    Hortus Musicalis Novum New Garden of Music - The Preludes Late Renaissance Lute Music by Elias Mertel Volume One For Baritone Ukulele and Other Four Course Instruments
    Hortus Musicalis Novum New Garden of Music - The Preludes Late Renaissance Lute Music by Elias Mertel Volume Three For Baritone Ukulele and Other Four Course Instruments
    Hortus Musicalis Novum New Garden of Music - The Fantasies Late Renaissance Lute Music by Elias Mertel Volume One For Baritone Ukulele and Other Four Course Instruments
    Indefinite
    • Indefinite

      • 256 pages
      • 9 hours of reading
      4.5(55)Add rating

      Indefinite is an ethnographic study of life in a contemporary county jail system. Having been arrested and jailed, Michael Walker turned his experience into an examination of jails from the inside out, revealing the physical and emotional experience of doing time, the set of strategies prisoners use to endure it, and the deputies who use race to control prisoners and the kinds of experiences prisoners had.

      Indefinite
    • Featuring 40 lute fantasies from the Late Renaissance, this compilation by renowned German lutenist Elias Mertel offers a rich selection of music for various instruments. The pieces have been transcribed for baritone ukulele, Renaissance guitar, low G ukulele, and other four-course instruments, making them accessible to a wide range of musicians. All selections can also be played on the guitar, ensuring versatility for performers.

      Hortus Musicalis Novum New Garden of Music - The Fantasies Late Renaissance Lute Music by Elias Mertel Volume One For Baritone Ukulele and Other Four Course Instruments
    • Featuring 75 lute preludes and nine alternative versions from the Late Renaissance, this compilation by renowned German lutenist Elias Mertel offers a rich selection of music. The pieces have been thoughtfully transcribed for various instruments, including the baritone ukulele, Renaissance guitar, and low G ukulele, making them accessible to a wide range of musicians. Each piece can also be performed on the guitar, enhancing its versatility and appeal for players of different skill levels.

      Hortus Musicalis Novum New Garden of Music - The Preludes Late Renaissance Lute Music by Elias Mertel Volume Three For Baritone Ukulele and Other Four Course Instruments
    • Elias Mertel's compilation features 80 lute preludes from the Late Renaissance, showcasing the work of a prominent German lutenist. These pieces have been skillfully transcribed for various instruments, including baritone ukulele, Renaissance guitar, and low G ukulele, while remaining suitable for guitar performance. This collection offers a rich exploration of Renaissance music, making it accessible to a wide range of musicians.

      Hortus Musicalis Novum New Garden of Music - The Preludes Late Renaissance Lute Music by Elias Mertel Volume One For Baritone Ukulele and Other Four Course Instruments
    • Kingdom Road

      Volume 1

      • 142 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      Set in AD 1492, the narrative explores a richly populated North America, where educated Indian tribes have established sophisticated societies. These tribes possess advanced knowledge of navigation, weather, and astronomy, making them formidable in the face of foreign explorers seeking the land's abundant natural resources. The book delves into the dynamics between these indigenous cultures and the incoming conquerors, highlighting themes of exploration, resource exploitation, and cultural resilience.

      Kingdom Road
    • The collection features 40 lute fantasies from the Late Renaissance, compiled by renowned German lutenist Elias Mertel. These pieces are transcribed for various instruments, including the baritone ukulele, Renaissance guitar, and low G ukulele, making them accessible to a wider range of musicians. While designed for specific four-course instruments, they can also be played on the guitar, allowing for versatility in performance.

      Hortus Musicalis Novum - New Garden of Music - The Fantasies Late Renaissance Lute Music by Elias Mertel Volume Three For Baritone Ukulele and Other Four Course Instruments
    • Domenico Bianchini Lute Music of the Renaissance

      Il Rosetto, Domenico Bianchini's Lute Book Transcribed for Baritone Ukulele and Other Four Course Instruments

      • 78 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      Featuring 27 compositions by 16th-century composer Domenico Bianchini, this collection is transcribed for various instruments, including the baritone ukulele, Renaissance guitar, and low G ukulele. Each piece is adaptable for any four-course instrument, ensuring versatility for musicians. The arrangements allow players to explore Bianchini's work while accommodating different playing styles and instruments.

      Domenico Bianchini Lute Music of the Renaissance
    • Endings in the Cinema

      Thresholds, Water and the Beach

      • 332 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Exploring the concept of film endings, this book shifts focus from narrative resolution to the intricate elements that create the sensation of closure. It identifies three central motifs—thresholds and boundaries, water, and the beach—as key structures in film endings. The beach, symbolizing a blend of water and boundary, emerges as a significant site in cinema, particularly in post-classical films across various genres and cultures. By analyzing beach endings, the author highlights their aesthetic depth and structural intricacies, revealing their prominence since 1910.

      Endings in the Cinema
    • After God's Own Heart

      Leadership Lessons from the Life of David

      • 116 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      The book highlights the importance of effective leadership in the church, emphasizing the Bible as the ultimate source for leadership models. It focuses on the exemplary life of David, the second king of Israel, showcasing his qualities and actions as a paradigm for current and aspiring church leaders. Through David's story, readers can learn valuable lessons about leadership rooted in biblical principles.

      After God's Own Heart
    • Elias Mertel, a prominent German lutenist of the Late Renaissance, compiled 80 lute preludes that showcase the intricate musical style of the period. These pieces have been thoughtfully transcribed for various instruments, including the baritone ukulele, Renaissance guitar, and low G ukulele, making them accessible to a wider range of musicians. Additionally, they can also be performed on the guitar, inviting players of different backgrounds to explore this rich musical heritage.

      Hortus Musicalis Novum New Garden of Music - The Preludes Late Renaissance Lute Music by Elias Mertel Volume Two For Baritone Ukulele and Other Four Course Instruments