We are thrilled to announce the upcoming release of several new books by Christian Klinkenberg focused on music composition, performance, and theory!
Here’s a glimpse of what’s coming soon:
For Composers, Arrangers, and Orchestrators:
- Instrumentopedia – Your Guide to Instrumentology and Orchestration: This is your essential quick-reference guide to modern orchestration. Ditch the history lessons and dive straight into concise instrument profiles, key techniques, sound characteristics, and orchestration tips. Learn to choose the right instruments, understand their limitations, and create balanced, effective orchestrations.
For Pianists of All Styles:
- Play like McCoy Tyner: Learn to improvise like the Jazz pianist McCoy Tyner: This book is a thorough analysis of the playing style of the great Jazz pianist McCoy Tyner.
- Keys to Success: A Progressive Piano Journey (6 Volumes): Embark on a comprehensive piano education! This series offers a balanced approach to music reading, technique, and musical expression, progressing gradually from beginner to advanced levels. Includes original Hanon-inspired exercises for finger strength and dexterity.
- Volume 1: First Steps on the Keys (Beginner Level 1)
- Volume 2: Building a Foundation (Beginner Level 2)
- Volume 3: Expanding Horizons (Early Intermediate)
- Volume 4: Developing Technique (Intermediate Level 1)
- Volume 5: Refining Musicality (Intermediate Level 2)
- Volume 6: Achieving Virtuosity (Advanced Level)
- Piano Styles Unleashed: A Practical Guide to Accompaniment, Band Playing, and Solo Performance: Master the dynamic world of contemporary piano playing! Learn to be a versatile musician comfortable accompanying, jamming, and performing solo arrangements in diverse styles, from pop to hip-hop.
- Piano Chords: A practical and accessible guide for beginners and experienced players alike! Build a deep understanding of chord theory and unlock your creative potential, even if you don’t read music. Visual keyboard diagrams make learning easy.
For Rhythm Section Players:
- Locking In: A Contemporary Rhythm Section Workbook: Dive deep into rhythmic principles, interplay, and techniques for the modern rhythm section. Learn to craft the perfect groove in the studio and on stage.
For Harmony Enthusiasts (Readers and Non-Readers):
- Harmony Unleashed: Move beyond the basics and explore the rich world of harmony! A practical, accessible, and genre-spanning approach for musicians eager to improve their compositional, improvisational, and arranging skills. Features clear explanations, real-world examples, and practical exercises.
- Harmony for non music readers: Visual learning, practical tools, and genre-spanning insights.
For Composers & Songwriters:
- The Architect of Music: Form and Structure in Every Genre: Understand the crucial role of form in music. Perfect for composers, songwriters, instrumentalists, music producers, and music lovers seeking a deeper understanding of musical structure.
- Composition Techniques: From Minimalism to Algorithmic Composition: An overview of compositional techniques used in the late 20th century.
- Compositional Genres: Pop, Blues, Jazz, Third Stream, Avantgarde, Latin… Explore a variety of compositional Genres.
- Beyond the Half-Step: A Practical Guide to Microtonality for Musicians: Step into the future of music with this practical guide to microtonality. Learn what it is, how to make music with it, and explore compositional tools and techniques.