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Composers -
be sure to use the IMC's online databases including
Biography Resource
Center and Discovering Collection from Gale Group,
Biography Plus from WilsonWeb
and MasterFile Premier Biographies from Ebscohost
Classical Composers
Biographies - a jumping off point for this topic
Classical Net - provides links to
classical music sites on the web - scroll down for information on composers and their
music; it provides a list of composers by nationality
Chopin Piano Competition
Canons and Fueges of John Sebastion
Bach - scroll down for biographical information which connects him to historical and
artistic events; you will have to download CD Link
Lists of Music Sites on the Web
Classical Net - provides links to
classical music sites on the web
Classical Music Archives
- music from over 1300 composers
Midi Files - thousands of
classical music files in in Midi and live recordings in MP3 and WMA formats.
Provides illustrated biographies as well as historical timelines.
Web Thumper - offers lessons for the
beginning as well as the advanced drummer, through MIDI files and musical notations.
Jazz and Blues Classes - Offers classes in
Blues and Jazz Improvisation through books and e-mail.
Music Links - Instrumental music resource page which includes information on beginning
instruction, intermediate and advanced techniques, student guides, teacher resources.
Musicians and Injuries -
good tips to avoid injuries when practicing and performing.
Ear Power - Information and downloadable
software to improve musical ear training, sight reading etc.
Top of Page
Slowhand Blues Guitar - a good
overview of guitar basics, techniques, scales and music links
Guitar Acoustics - Basics about
how sound works
Classical Guitar List of
Composers
Flamenco Guitar Homepage-
resources for beginners, transcriptions, and much more
Portuguese
Guitar - traces the roots of the guitar used for the fado and
describes its different techniques and tuning.
Guitars - traces the history
of the guitar from the lute to the electric guitar
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
- biographies of inductees such as Chuck Berry, Elvis Presley, Little
Richard etc.
Great Guitarists -
interviews, reviews and biographies of great musicians
Electric Guitar
- describes and illustrates the evolution of the electric guitar from a
novelty to its inclusion in marching bands and conservatories.
Electric Guitar FAQ's
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