In this book Mark Harrison rebuilds and analyses the Soviet economy's wartime statistical record, examining its prewar size and composition, and wartime changes in GNP, employment, the defence burden, and the role of foreign aid. Complementing classic long-run growth studies, the book compares the Soviet experience with that of other great powers. It emphasises the severity of current costs and capital losses arising from the war, which had a negative effect on GNP that persisted well after the end of the war. The results are based on a comprehensive analysis of hitherto closed official documents, shedding light on the dimensions of the Soviet war effort, the comparative economics of the war, and its long-term impact on the Soviet economy.
(Piano). This book is the product of Mark Harrison's experience teaching hundreds of students at the world-famous Grove School of Music in Los Angeles. Suitable for instrumentalists, vocalists, composers and songwriters, this Level 3 course covers the chord tones, extensions and scale sources for all major, minor, dominant and diminished chords, and then applies the contemporary shape concept to create voicings, polychords, and to harmonize melodies.
(Keyboard Instruction). This comprehensive book with online audio will teach you the basic skills you need to play R&B keyboard. From soul to funk to disco to pop, you'll learn the theory, the tools, and the tricks used by the pros. The accompanying audio features many of the examples in the book, including seven complete songs performed either solo or with a full band. The audio is accessed online using the unique code inside each book and can be streamed or downloaded. The audio files include PLAYBACK], a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right.
(Keyboard Instruction). Ever wanted to play the blues, but weren't sure where to start? Blues Piano will teach you the basic skills you need. From comping to soloing, you'll learn the theory, the tools, and even the tricks that the pros use. And, you get seven complete tunes to jam on. Listen to the audio, then start playing along Covers: scales and chords; left-hand patterns; walking bass; endings and turnarounds; right-hand techniques; how to solo with blues scales; crossover licks; and more. Audio is accessed online using the unique code found inside each book and includes Playback+ tools including tempo adjustment and looping capabilities.
(Keyboard Instruction). This comprehensive book with online audio tracks will teach you the basic skills needed to play jazz-blues piano. From comping to soloing, you'll learn the theory, the tools, and the tricks used by the pros. The accompanying audio features many of the examples in the book performed either solo, or with a full band, including a full chapter of complete songs. Topics covered include: scales and chords * harmony and voicings * progressions and comping * melodies and soloing * characteristic stylings.
(Keyboard Instruction). This comprehensive book with online aduio will teach you the basic skills you need to play smooth jazz piano. From comping to soloing, you'll learn the theory, the tools, and the tricks used by the pros. The accompanying audio features many of the examples in the book performed either solo or with a full band. Specifically, you'll learn: scales and chords, harmony and voicings, progressions and comping, rhythmic concepts, melodies and soloing, characteristic stylings, the history of jazz, and more. THE HAL LEONARD KEYBOARD STYLE SERIES provides focused lessons that contain valuable how-to insight, essential playing tips, and beneficial information for all players. Comprehensive treatment is given to each subject, complete with professionally recorded audio tracks. The audio is accesssed online for download or streaming.
‘Mark Harrison's book illuminates the threats posed by infectious diseases since 1500. He places these diseases within an international perspective, and demonstrates the relationship between European expansion and changing epidemiological patterns. The book is a significant introduction to a fascinating subject.’ Gerald N. Grob, Rutgers State University In this lively and accessible book, Mark Harrison charts the history of disease from the birth of the modern world around 1500 through to the present day. He explores how the rise of modern nation-states was closely linked to the threat posed by disease, and particularly infectious, epidemic diseases. He examines the ways in which disease and its treatment and prevention, changed over the centuries, under the impact of the Renaissance and the Enlightenment, and with the advent of scientific medicine. For the first time, the author integrates the history of disease in the West with a broader analysis of the rise of the modern world, as it was transformed by commerce, slavery, and colonial rule. Disease played a vital role in this process, easing European domination in some areas, limiting it in others. Harrison goes on to show how a new environment was produced in which poverty and education rather than geography became the main factors in the distribution of disease. Assuming no prior knowledge of the history of disease, Disease and the Modern World provides an invaluable introduction to one of the richest and most important areas of history. It will be essential reading for all undergraduates and postgraduates taking courses in the history of disease and medicine, and for anyone interested in how disease has shaped, and has been shaped by, the modern world.
(Piano). This cutting-edge keyboard method is a total step-by-step approach to creating keyboard parts spontaneously. Rhythmic and harmonic concepts are applied in all keys, and are then used as a basis for developing specific solutions in rock, pop, ballad, funk, new age, country and gospel styles. Endorsed by Grammy winners, top educators, and Keyboard magazine.
A complete harmony and theory method designed specifically for the pop and jazz musician. Chapters include major and minor scales, keys and key signatures, all intervals, triads and four part chords. A complete harmony and theory method designed specifically for the pop and jazz musician. This book provides a sound and proven approach to theory. The Level One book completely derives and explains major and minor scales, keys and key signatures, all intervals, triads and four part chords, modes and more.
Complete IELTS combines the very best in contemporary classroom practice with stimulating topics aimed at young adults wanting to study at university. The Workbook without Answers contains extra practice corresponding to the units of the Student's Book.
Complete IELTS combines the very best in contemporary classroom practice with stimulating topics aimed at young adults wanting to study at university. The Workbook with Answers contains extra practice corresponding to the units of the Student's Book.
Complete IELTS combines the very best in contemporary classroom practice with stimulating topics aimed at young adults wanting to study at university. The Workbook without Answers with Audio CD contains extra practice corresponding to the units of the Student's Book.
Complete IELTS combines the very best in contemporary classroom practice with stimulating topics aimed at young adults wanting to study at university. The Workbook with Answers with Audio CD contains extra practice corresponding to the units of the Student's Book.
All About Piano is a fun and simple guide to playing Piano, that will have you playing your most loved songs in no time.This fantastic songbook contains over 40 popular songs, an introduction to Piano and Keyboard, step-by-step music reading instruction, how to play by ear and improvise, background on various styles of music, including dozens of favourite songs and performing tips.
(Music Instruction). If you wish there was a fun and engaging way to help you understand the fundamentals of music, then this is it. Whether it's learning to read music, understanding chords and scales, musical forms, or improvising and composing, this enjoyable guide will help you to finally start understanding the structure and design of music. This fun-filled, easy-to-use guide includes: * Music notation * Scales and modes * Melody harmonization and counterpoint * Chord progressions * Song form and structure Listen and learn with the 90 tracks of online audio, available for download or streaming, including over 50 popular songs such as: Beauty and the Beast * Candle in the Wind * Imagine * In the Air Tonight * Killing Me Softly with His Song * Let It Be * Message in a Bottle * Misty * Satin Doll * Take the 'A' Train * Unchained Melody * What'd I Say * and more
(Keyboard Instruction). This comprehensive book/online audio pack will teach you the basic skills needed to play beginning rock keyboard. From comping to soloing, you'll learn the theory, tools, and techniques used by the pros. The accompanying audio tracks demonstrate most of the music examples in the book. Get started today The price of this book includes a unique code that provides access to audio tracks online, for download or streaming. The tracks include PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right available exclusively from Hal Leonard.
Let's talk about the Big Dogs When hearing the expression, Big Dogs, these are the major players (or people, such as managers, bosses, leaders, etc.) and institutions - the movers and shakers - and not much happens unless the Big Dogs bark and make things happen. That's why I've written a book called "Barking With The Big Dogs". In order to Bark With The Big Dogs, we must play the game by their rules. Unfortunately, the rules aren't always in black and white. In reality though, the games are very simple and I'll point this out repeatedly in my book. For now though, let's understand the game that everyone plays. One of the biggest games in life that everyone must participate in is the game of money. However, do we really consider our finances as a game? Probably we should. Money comes in and money goes out. Common expressions are "making money" and "losing money". Therefore, somebody wins and somebody loses from time to time. That's why "Barking With The Big Dogs" shows the financial strategies the Big Dogs use everyday in any market. Now, you can see and use those same strategies too. As a result of years of experience, research and education, I've come up with a comprehensive book designed to teach people how to play and potentially win big against the mega-machines in the financial world - in particular - the mortgage and real estate business. Targeting the topics of personal finance and a home are simple; everyone needs a place to live and a house is most often the largest financial expenditure many people will make. "Barking With The Big Dogs" is not typical. As inspiration from what we are commonly taught and told, I set out to delve deeper into the working of the banking institutions; after all, money is something touches our every day lives - no way around it. What I've come up with is behind the scenes, inner workings of financial institutions, and have put it into one easy to follow, comprehensive book that definitely levels the playing field against the mega-machines. However, I'm not here to suggest that everyone should borrow money, but most people cannot afford to buy a home without going to the bank. But what about those who do not want to go to the bank or borrow money? Yes, something very important exists for the debt-free homeowners as well. Topics exist that affect the financial side for everyone regardless of ever stepping into a bank other than to make a deposit. Now you too can turn the tides, so as to empower yourself to become a successful financial machine when others are simply following the crowd. (By the way, you can use these very same concepts in areas other than just a home. Property can be residential or commericial as we know, but the ideas relate not only to personal finance, but business well. As a matter of fact, once you have the basics down, you can apply them to many topics. That's the beauty of Barking With The Big Dogs.)
Learn to play the Piano styles of today's top rock, pop, and jazz artists with Piano Styles Of 23 Pop Masters: Secrets Of The Great Contemporary Players.Great for beginner to intermediate Piano players, and including the melodic and harmonic techniques of 23 iconic performers, including Ray Charles, Herbie Hancock, Norah Jones, Alicia Keys, Elton John and Stevie Wonder, to name just a few.The accompanying CD is designed to allow maximum flexibility when practicing: you can highlight the Piano part, the rhythm section, or both - according to your needs.A must for players who really want to get inside the styles of their favorite artists.
Get a complete jazz-rock Piano workout as you develop your rhythmic feel, dexterity, hand coordination and voicing skills as you work through the fun, authentic examples in Jazz-Rock Piano Chops: Firing Up Your Technique.The pieces in Jazz-Rock Piano Chops: Firing Up Your Technique will help you use your jazz-rock Piano technique in a musical, stylistically effective way. Each music sample is recorded at several tempos, so you can choose the one that's right for you as you play along with the jazz-rock rhythm section on the CD.
