Explore Japanese folk artmdash;called mingeimdash;with this beautifully illustrated book.Mingei literally means the "arts of the people" and is a treasured expression of Japanese culture and history. This book of Japanese folk art introduces 116 exquisite and interesting Japanese pieces; describing their origins; showing how they are made and used; and relating the background of myth and folklore associated with each.Illustrated with many line drawings and color photographs; Mingei offers readers a concise and informative introduction to a rich and varied artistic tradition.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Best jazz practice book for bassBy Darwin T.Patterns for Jazz Bass Clef is a great way to learn and practice your scales and chords and to sharpen your reading skills. Laid out in a straightforward way; the exercises start simply with arpeggiation up and down the scale (or chord) in 4/4 time; revolving through the circle of fifths or another pattern. The exercises become more complicated; and time signatures change; as do note values. A lot of material is covered. It can be challenging; but with clear; lucid instructions and helpful examples at the head of each lesson; using this book is actually fun; unlike with lots of other practice books; with this one you feel you are actually learning as you practice. Highly recommended.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Thorough and comprehensive.By jazzlistenerEnough material to work through for a lifetime. Too bad I didnt get this book 40 years ago. I imagine that if a young energetic but patient person actually took the time to methodically and diligently work through all the pages in this book with mind; body; and musical instrument; he or she would be a monster improviser. This book doesnt cover melody and phrasing. Only the nuts and bolts; so to speak.4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Great Practices and PatternsBy LesterbroI started studying jazz a few months ago. The theories are alright; but I always had the problem with improvisation. I play the bass guitar; and I hope to expand my knowledge of jazz through some improvisation on the bass. I had a saxophone teacher that taught me some basics of improvisation; and he highly recommended this book to me. He says this is one of the must-reads for jazz musicians. I got it a few days ago and started practicing; and so far its going well! The book includes lots of different digital patterns that are really useful in jazz improvisation. This is a really helpful book.
