Performance - Technology Directory

  1. The Christmas Pianist [IBM / Macintosh]. Buffalo, NY: PG Music Inc.; 1996266 Elmood Ave., Suite 111, Buffalo, NY 14222, 800-268-6272.
    Rec #: 1036
    Call Number: Updated 1996; information provided by publisher
    Notes: Cost: $49.00
    Abstract:
    The Christmas Pianist is a music program with a huge library of over 50 Christmas songs and carols played on MIDI keyboard by top pianists, ideal for listening or singalong. Lyrics to all songs are displayed on the screen in large type. Print out the lyrics for all to sing along. View or printout the complete piano arrangements, including chords, lyrics and music notation -Windoe=ws version only.

     

  2. Echos II [IBM]. Champaign, IL: Electronic Courseware Systems Inc.; 19961210 Lancaster Dr., Champaign, IL 61821, 800-832-4965.
    Rec #: 1040
    Call Number: Updated 1998; information provided by publisher
    Notes: Cost: $79.95; lab pack: $200.00; network: $400.00; site license: $560.00
    Abstract:
    Echos is designed to stregthen music sight reading skills at the keyboard in the keys ranging from 2 sharps and flats to 6 sharps and flats (major or minor). All musical examples are first heard and then the student has 3 opportunities to correctly pay each example. Missed notes are highlighted for feedback.

     

  3. The Gospel Pianist [IBM / Macintosh]. Buffalo, NY: PG Music Inc.; 1996266 Elmood Ave., Suite 111, Buffalo, NY 14222, 800-268-6272.
    Rec #: 1037
    Call Number: Updated 1996; information provided by publisher
    Notes: Cost: $49.00
    Abstract:
    The Gospel Pianist is a powerful program for playing and studying a piano style that is both universally appealing and which underlies musch of the blues, jazz and popular music played today. An on-screen piano keyboard shows you exactly what the pianist is playing. The program includes on-screen music notation, chord symbols and music printout of the piano parts. (These features are available in Windows version only.)

     

  4. MiBAC JAZZ [Macintosh].
    Rec #: 1234
    Call Number: updated 2002; information provided by email newsletter
    Abstract:
    MiBAC Jazz Features: twelve jazz styles, flexible song forms, export standard MIDI files, play in any key, silence any part, wrtie bass pedals, simulate slash chords, control dynamics, print lead sheets, change drum sets, humanize rhythms mix styles in songs play multiple songs, set the piano voicings, set the tempo, pick a chrd, write that tune, practice your et, play from a high tech lead sheet, vary the groove, vary the rhythm tension, calculate song times.

     

  5. MiBAC Jazz [Macintosh]. Ellinger, John and Baker, Lynn. Version Ver. 1.6.1. Northfield, MN: MiBAC Music Software; c1991-2001PO Box 468, Northfield, MN 55057, 507-645-5851.
    Rec #: 324
    Call Number: Updated 2002; information obtained from publisher.
    Notes: Cost: $125.00; Lab Five Pack: $375.00; site license: $999.00 per building; demo: free
    Abstract:
    MiBac JAZZ lets you play with a singin' jazz combo--on any tune you'd like, in any key, at any tempo, and as long as you like. You just type in the chords; click the "Write" tool; and click the "Play" tool. Every chorus will have different drum patters, bass lines, piano comping rhythms, and piano voicings. 12 Jazz Styles including 4/4 and 3/4 Ballad, Swing, Bebop, Rock Shuffle, Bossa Nova, Samba, Slow 12/8, you hear sounds live and natural. Exports Standard MIDI Files.

    Reviews: MacWorld, August 1993; Electronic Musician, Jan 1993; Electronic Musician, Sept 1990; Keyboard, Oct 1990; MacWorld, Nov 1990; Yavelow: Macworld Music & Sound Bible, IDG Books

     

  6. MIDI Bass Works [IBM]. Champaign, IL: Electronic Courseware Systems Inc.; 19961210 Lancaster Dr., Champaign, IL 61821, 800-832-4965.
    Rec #: 1035
    Call Number: Updated 1998; information provided by publisher
    Notes: Cost: $39.95; ;ab pack: $140.00; network: $200.00; site license: $280.00
    Abstract:
    This exciting new program is a terrific tool that lets users create bass lines and practice along with them. Different tuning standards may be selected to offer versatility and bass lines may be printed. A great program for all musicians.

     

  7. The New Orleans Pianist [IBM / Macintosh]. Buffalo, NY: PG Music Inc.; 1996266 Elmood Ave., Suite 111, Buffalo, NY 14222, 800-268-6272.
    Rec #: 1038
    Call Number: Upated 1996; information provided by publisher
    Notes: Cost: $49.00
    Abstract:
    The New Orleans Pianist is a music program containing a library of over 60 "New Orleans style" piano music standards played on MIDI keyboard by top New Orleans pianists. Users can learn the pieces by watching the screen piano or load the standard MIDI files into a sequencer for further study. The Windows version features on-screen music notation.

     

  8. The Ragtime Pianist [IBM / Macintosh]. Buffalo, NY: PG Music Inc.; 1996266 Elmood Ave., Suite 111, Buffalo, NY 14222, 800-268-6272.
    Rec #: 1039
    Call Number: Updated 1996; information provided by publisher
    Notes: Cost: $49.00
    Abstract:
    The Ragtime Pianist is a music program containing a library of over 110 Ragtime Piano music standards, played on MIDI keyboard by top Ragtime and Blues pianists. Every Scott Joplin rag performed by world renowned Ragtime pianist John Arpin has been included. The Windows version features on-screen music notation and users may print out the pieces in notational form.

     

  9. SlowBlast! [Windows 95, 98, NT, 2000, ME]. Young, Jim. Version Ver. 1.0.1.58. World Wide Woodshed; c1998-2000PO Box 75, Jacksonville, OR 97530, 541-899-1040, wsirota@worldwidewoodshed.com.
    Rec #: 1204
    Call Number: updated 2002; information provided by publisher
    Notes: Single Cost: $19.95; Multiple Cost: $8.98 - $11.98 depending on quantity; Demo Cost: Demo download free from www.worldwidewoodshed.com
    Abstract:
    SlowBlast! slows down (or speeds up) any musical passage from any recording with very high fidelity, without changing the pitch. Can change the temp to any percentage (not just selected percentages) of the original from 5% to 200%, although changes within the range of 33% to 166% offer the greatest fidelity. Works natively with any CD or Wave audio

     

  10. SlowGold [Windows 95, 98, NT, 2000, ME]. Sirota, Warren. Version Ver. 7.0.3.0. World Wide Woodshed; c1998-2000PO Box 75, Jacksonville, OR 97530, 541-899-1040, wsirota@worldwidewoodshed.com.
    Rec #: 1205
    Call Number: updated 2002; information provided by author and publisher
    Notes: Single Cost: $49.95, Multiple Cost: $22.48 - $29.98 depending on quantity, Demo Cost: Demo download free at www.worldwidewoodshed.com
    Abstract:
    SlowGold slows down (or speeds up) any musical passage from any recording with incredible fidelity, without changing the pitch. Can change the tempo to any percentage (not just selected percentages) of the original from 5% to 200%, although changes within the range of 33% to 166% offer the greatest fidelity. Also can transpose the original recording by helf-steps or fine-tune it by cents. Works natively with any CD or Wave audio. Includes MP3-Wave converter and built-in recorder for capturing music from any LP or cassette. Can create rhythmically precise practice loops.

     

  11. SmartMusic 6.0: Coda Music Technology.
    Rec #: 1167
    Call Number: updated 2002; information obtained from publisher
    Abstract:
    SmartMusic Studio is an interactive, computer-based practice progrma for woodwinds, brass players and vocalists. It can improve your musical performance in less time by making practicing more fun. A recent Kent State University study shows that significant improvement in the ability to perform solo repertoire comes from working with accompaniment. And SmartMusic Studio is the convenient, fun way to always practice with expert accompaniment.

     

  12. Ultimate Guitar Links [Web Page]. Available at: http://go.to/UGL.
    Rec #: 1229
    Call Number: updated 2002; information provided by email
    Abstract:
    Online links for guitars