Liturgy and Contemplation in Byrd's Gradualia

William Byrd’s Gradualia is one of the most unusual and elaborate musical works of the English Renaissance. This large collection of liturgical music, 109 pieces in all, was written for clandestine use by English Catholics at a time when they were forbidden to practice their religion in public. When Byrd began to compose the Gradualia, he turned from the penitential and polemical extravagances of his earlier Latin motets to the narrow, carefully ordered world of the Counter-Reformation liturgy. It was in this new context, cut off from his familiar practice of choosing colorful texts and setting them at length, that he first wrote about the "hidden and mysterious power" of sacred words to evoke a creative response.

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Hey Suburbia: A Guide to the Emo/Pop-Punk Rise

Dive into the heartbeat of the Warped Tour era with "Hey Suburbia." Authored by music journalist Mike Damante, this immersive guide traces the meteoric rise of bands like Paramore and My Chemical Romance that defined the Emo/Pop-Punk scene. Damante, a stalwart of North American media, brings you firsthand accounts, behind-the-scenes stories, and exclusive interviews with genre icons like blink-182, Taking Back Sunday, and Dashboard Confessional. From the angst-ridden '90s to the explosive 2000s, this anthology captures the spirit of a musical revolution through the eyes of those who lived it. Embrace the anthems of your underground roots with "Hey Suburbia."

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Touch Loops Studio Rhythms WAV

Introducing the Ultimate Classic Drum Breaks Sample Pack - your go-to resource for injecting timeless rhythm and groove into your music productions! Expertly recorded by Touch Loops royalty, Gillian Mclaughlin, this timeless sample pack offers a rich selection of legendary drum breaks that have shaped the foundation of hip-hop, DnB, soul, and countless other genres.

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Cymatics 7 for 7 Sample Collection 2024 WAV

7 Brand New Sample Packs(Melodies, Drums, FX, MIDI & More) In celebration of Black Friday, we put together a brand new collection of packs for everyone to enjoy!

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Cartel Loops Therapie WAV MiDi

'Therapie' by Cartel Loops features five Hip Hop/Trap Kits loaded with 58 WAV Files and 37 MIDI Files all you need to produce modern Trap/Hip-Hop compositions, all inspired by the hottest artists on the world stage.

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Environment Dreexys (texture kit) WAV

a collection of 114 sounds for your music to add colors/textures and create a unique ~environment high quality sounds

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Environment Dreexys (texture kit) WAV

a collection of 114 sounds for your music to add colors/textures and create a unique ~environment high quality sounds

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Udemy Funky Rhythm Essentials on Piano TUTORiAL

Ready to add some groove and excitement to your accompaniments? Funk is the style that brings rhythmic energy, stylish chords, and a unique vibe to any song! In this course, you’ll learn how to create funky arrangements that capture attention and add character to your favorite tunes. Funk it Up will guide you through essential funk techniques, showing you the chords, rhythms, and patterns needed to build dynamic musical backings.

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ProducerGrind FADED Sample Bundle WAV

Your Go-To Pack for RnB Vibes We knew we had to release a sample pack of easy-access RnB melodies. Not only is each one an instant vibe, but the stems are full of deep basses, lush chords, dreamy vocals, and smooth guitars. The magic is in the layers!

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TapesOnToast 606 Drum Kit WAV

Includes unlimited streaming via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.

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TapesOnToast 909 Drum Kit WAV

Includes unlimited streaming via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.

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TapesOnToast 808 Drum Kit WAV

Includes unlimited streaming via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.

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PastToFutureReverbs Rockin' Guitar KONTAKT

ROCKIN' GUITAR is a lead guitar and it is the perfect complement to our recently released "Nirwana Power-chords Strummer" guitar. We recorded our beloved Jaguar guitar and then we cleverly scripted it into a perfect e-guitar lead library that convinces with an authentic performance.

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Udemy Beginner Violin Course VIOLIN MASTERY FROM THE BEGINNING updated 11 2024 TUTORiAL

Beginner Violin Course - Start Violin from Scratch - The most In depth beginner violin course available online. Beginner Violin Course - Start Violin from Scratch The #1 Violin course online. The most in depth beginner violin course available online.

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Renraku U + ME WAV Synth Presets

The latest toolkit to focus on Alt RnB, Trap, and Soul elements makes its debut on Renraku.  Filled to the brim with sounds that range from the heartbroken and; lovelorn- to the wistful and yearning. U + ME brings together elements of multiple genres to create that slow burning, passionate sound that has spread across the airwaves. 

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Ocean Swift Synthesis Porphyra v1.1.0 KONTAKT

Porphyra Hybrid Porphyra Hybrid by Ocean Swift Synthesis is a cutting-edge Kontakt instrument that seamlessly merges sample and wavetable subtractive synthesis.

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Touch Loops Funk Bounce WAV

Introducing the latest selection from Touch Loops alumni, Fox Hills. Known for his extensive collection of analog synths, timeless drum machines and wonderful live instruments, Mikey sure knows his way around a soulful, funk collection. In this latest pack we lean deep into the world of soulful, grooving house and electronica.

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RARE Percussion AmaPercussion vol.3 WAV

We focused on the core percussive elements of Amapiano and expanded it to incorporate other elements of African percussion that would fit well into the textures and; vibe of this vibrant style.

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Blanc Audio The Sounds Of Blanc Vol.4 WAV

THE SOUNDS OF BLANC VOLUME 4 – YOUR ULTIMATE HOUSE AND TECHNO SAMPLE PACK! Get ready to ignite your creativity and elevate your tracks with the highly-anticipated Sounds of Blanc Volume 4! After two years of meticulous crafting, we're back with our most dynamic and explosive sample pack yet, designed to fuel your passion for house and techno music. Join our thriving global community of over 1 million music lovers and experience the Blanc revolution. Don't just take our word for it – hear the difference for yourself!

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TrakTrain Hologram Loop Kit By Noria WAV

The "Hologram" guitar kit contains 200 original samples, mostly nostalgic guitar loop melodies inspired by artists such as Lil Peep, Deftones and Radiohead. Composed and played by Noria, a talented guitarist and producer with an established online presence, these loops mostly feature post-processing effects such as ethereal delays and reverbs, which could also make them suitable for styles such as Alternative or Indie Rock. They can, however, be used in a multitude of genres, and this is due to both dry and wet versions of each loop being available in the kit.

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