Classical and Opera
This must-have collection of 63 key works will give students an essential grounding in the history of classical and operatic music, from the fifteenth century through to the present day.
The selected texts provide a detailed insight into the place and power of classical music across history, analysing individual composers and their works alongside studies of the cultural reception and ongoing influence of classical music and its genres.
These titles were originally published by Rowman & Littlefield.
- Historical dictionaries and reference works covering key periods and form
- Listeners’ companions and guides elucidating the works of prominent composers
- Studies of classical music’s cultural influences and reception across a range of contexts, from Freudian analysis of the waltz in the late Habsburg Empire, to the rise and decline of musical populism in the works of twentieth century American composers
- Perspectives on the influence and representation of key topics in opera, including orientalism, the supernatural, and queerness.
Available in September for purchase via annual subscription and perpetual access at institutions worldwide.
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Jazz and Blues
Support students in their study of jazz and blues music with this collection of 53 eBooks that range widely over its development and global impact.
Essential histories, biographies, and listeners’ companions provide a strong foundation for studying the genres, while ethnomusicology texts allow students to focus on their research interests and investigate how the music has impacted the cultural and political landscape.
These titles were originally published by Rowman & Littlefield and ABC-Clio.
- Biographical studies of prominent artists and listeners' companions for their works
- Analysis of sociocultural and political impact, including in relation to race, gender, and politics
- Interviews and broadcast transcripts from major figures
- Examinations of sub-genres, including bebop and boogie-woogie
- Area-specific studies, ranging from New Orleans to the Soviet Union
Available in September for purchase via annual subscription and perpetual access at institutions worldwide.
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Music Business and Industry
Supercharge career development with practical insights from music industry experts covering topics from management to musician welfare, and classical music to AI.
This collection supports both prospective musical artists and students preparing for a wide range of roles in the music industry, covering key subjects such as:
- Management, from opera to pop
- Practical advice for musicians, from networking to finance
- Music marketing
- Music copyright and international trade
- Live music and production
- Artificial intelligence in music
The collection includes 59 eBooks from Rowman & Littlefield and Taylor & Francis.
Available in October for purchase via annual subscription and perpetual access at institutions worldwide.
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Music Technology
The Music Technology collection covers both the theory and practice of audio and music production, integrating foundational theory, hands-on technical instruction, creative practice, and music industry insights. Topics covered include:
- Instrumental and vocal recording
- Mixing and mastering
- Live sound
- Electronic music
- Production methods
- Studio and recording histories
Featuring authoritative voices from production legends, encyclopaedic reference works, and software-specific texts covering Ableton Live, Logic Pro and more, the collection offers students and researchers a curated resource to support teaching, research, and interdisciplinary study in music technology, popular music, sound studies, and creative industries.
Featuring 48 titles originally published by Rowman and Littlefield.
Available in November for purchase via annual subscription and perpetual access at institutions worldwide.
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