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Improve your sight-reading! Piano Grade 2 (Elementary) is part of the best-selling series by Paul Harris, guaranteed to improve your sight-reading! This workbook helps the player overcome problems by building up a complete picture of each piece, through rhythmic and melodic exercises related to specific technical issues, then by studying prepared pieces with associated questions, and finally by ‘going solo’ with a series of meticulously graded sight-reading pieces. This edition now includes supporting audio available online for students to check their performances against. The Improve your sight-reading! series will help you improve your reading ability, and with numerous practice tests included, will ensure sight-reading success in graded exams.

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Paul Harris’s Basics Series is widely regarded as the leading method for beginner players and their teachers. This edition of Clarinet Basics Pupil’s book offers a fresh design, clear technical drawings, fun illustrations, new activities, pull-out fingering chart and of course all of the great tunes featured in the original Clarinet Basics. Starting at absolute beginner level and progressing to about Grade 2, it contains: warm ups and fun original exercises invaluable fact files, quizzes and technical advice covering notation, general musicianship and care of the instrument helpful fingering diagrams and rhythm boxes pull-out fingering chart to pin on your wall Online audio featuring piano and clarinet accompaniments to play along with.

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The best-selling Improve your sight-reading! Series, by renowned educationalist Paul Harris, is designed to help you overcome all your sight-reading problems, especially in the context of graded exams. Improve your sight-reading! Piano Duets Grades 0-1 is a collection of duets for pre-grade 1 to grade 1 gives players a chance to practise their sight-reading skills with another player (the second parts are easily playable by other pupils or teachers). As well as providing a fun break from solo sight-reading practice, these duets will help develop a strong sense of rhythm and the all-important ability to ‘keep going’. Complete with associated questions to help prepare each piece. Carefully paced to be used alongside the best-selling Improve your sight-reading! Series.

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Compose Yourself! is the indispensable resource for all teachers of composition. Emphasising a holistic and practical approach to composition, this book offers: fifty lesson plans for the over-worked music teacher, and ideas for listening, discussion, notation, improvisation and performance activities. Information is divided into helpful, ‘bite-size’ sections that support Key Stages 3 and 4. It offers ideal preparation for the composition element of Music GCSE and Trinity practical examinations. The corresponding pupil’s workbook, available in packs of ten, contains twenty-two worksheets.

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Now more than ever, the ability to sight-read fluently is an essential part of the training of musicians on any instrument. This book is designed to help overcome sight-reading problems, especially for violinists working for the grades 1-5. Step-by-step it helps the player to build up a complete picture of each piece, first through rhythmic and melodic exercises related to specific problems, then by the study of a prepared piece with associated questions for the student to answer, then finally to the real unprepared sight-reading test itself.

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Fully updated, the third edition of Grids for Graphic Designers explores this important tool which is part of every designer's practice- whether it involves digital or print-based media. With over 200 illustrations plus six new interviews with design practitioners such as Second Story, Brody Associates and Peter Dawson, the student is introduced to the creative use of grids in contemporary practice as well as the basic principles that underlie their effective use. Written and designed by best-selling authors Gavin Ambrose and Paul Harris, this clear and concise introduction to the use of grids in design covers all the basics and the expanded section of activities and exercises allows students to implement what they have learned.

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Violin Basics is a landmark method by two of the leading figures in music education. Comprising pupil’s tutor book, teacher’s accompaniment book, and online audio, Violin Basics provides everything you need to get playing. This Pupil’s Book starts at absolute beginner level and progresses to Grade 1 level. The step-by-step technical progression is supported by fun exercises and warm-ups, a wide range of imaginative repertoire, music theory, and general musicianship activities. Audio of all the accompaniments are available online.

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The very thought of aural, especially in examinations, strikes fear into the heart of many young pianists and instrumentalists. But aural should not be an occasional optional extra, it’s something to be developing all the time, because having a good ear will help you to improve as a musician more than any other single musical skill. Improve your aural! Is designed to take the fear out of aural. Through fun listening activities, boxes to fill in and practice exercises, this workbook focuses on all the elements of the aural test. And because all aspects of musical training are of course connected, a range of interconnected activities are included to help develop the ear including singing, clapping, playing your instrument, writing music down, improvising and composing. This edition supports ABRSM syllabus requirements from 2010, ensuring success in the aural test of graded exams. All the answers for Improve your aural! Grade 3 are provided on the last page of the physical book.

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76 Graded Studies for Flute Book Two, selected and edited by Paul Harris and Sally Adams, covers a broad selection of 19th century study repertory, including Baermann, Berr, Demnitz and many others. It follows on directly from the first book, giving an equally broad selection of repertoire. The pieces are selected from the historical repertoire to present playing challenges and new techniques in a specific musical context and arranged in progressive order of difficulty, taking the player through to a Late Intermediate/Advanced standard (Grades 6-8). The studies are arranged in order of increasing difficulty. This book contains exercises 55 to 76, with the earlier pieces to be found in Book One. Studies are an established part of every instrumentalist's training. They place technical problems in musical contexts, and can be invaluable aids to development. 76 Graded Studies for Flute is a must-have resource for all students and teachers, and the two books feature heavily on the major examination board syllabuses.

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Selected Solos for Tenor Saxophone for soprano/tenor saxophone contains pieces for the Grade 4-6 level player. With works by composers such as Bizet and Vivaldi standing aside the ever-popular Pam Wedgwood and Paul Harris, players are sure to find this music both stimulating and appealing.

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80 Graded Studies for Oboe Book Two is a direct continuation of the first and is designed to take young players to a Late Intermediate/Advanced level (Grades 6-8). It concentrates on a number of techniques such as tone quality, dynamics, intonation, articulation, finger technique and playing in character. The wide variety of styles covered by the book fosters a musical understanding in the young oboist. 80 Graded Studies for Oboe brings together in two books a broad selection of 18th and 19th century repertory, with studies by Blatt, Brod, Ferling, Fetzen, Garnier, Hinke, Luft and others. Also included are a number of specially composed studies by Paul Harris. Book One contain studies 1-46, with studies 47-80 in Book Two. Studies are an established part of every instrumentalist's training. They place technical problems in musical contexts, and can be invaluable aids to development. 80 Graded Studies for Oboe is a must-have resource for all students and teachers, and the two books feature heavily on the major examination board syllabuses.

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The Second Book of Clarinet Solos continues the natural progression established in the Really Easy Clarinet Book and First Book of Clarinet Solos. The sixteen pieces are arranged in approximate order of difficulty and provide a wide range of music for study and performance. The book encourages players to address technical issues such as rhythm, tone quality, intonation, articulation and musical character. The wide selection of pieces from a number of composers introduce a variety of styles that each require a slightly different approach to playing.

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From traditional print to digital formats for mobile phones and tablets, this book provides a clear introduction to the creative use of format in graphic design. Using 200 inspirational examples from contemporary international designers, Format for Graphic Designers guides the student through the role of format in both the purpose and the narrative of a design. The authors look at the physical aspects of formats - traditional and experimental, print and digital - to explore innovative solutions and, through case studies, explore how and why professional designers choose particular formats for a job. Covering everything from books and magazines, point-of-purchase displays, packaging, direct mail, brochures, and screen-based formats, the new edition illuminates this critical element of design practice for students, and provides them with a solid foundation on which to build their own designs.

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The very thought of aural, especially in examinations, strikes fear into the heart of many young pianists and instrumentalists. But aural should not be an occasional optional extra, it’s something to be developing all the time, because having a good ear will help you to improve as a musician more than any other single musical skill. Improve your aural! Is designed to take the fear out of aural. Through fun listening activities, boxes to fill in and practice exercises, this workbook with online audio focuses on all the elements of the aural test. And because all aspects of musical training are of course connected, a range of interconnected activities are included to help develop the ear including singing, clapping, playing your instrument, writing music down, improvising and composing. All the answers for Improve your aural! Grade 5 are provided on the last page of the physical book.

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Studies are an established part of every instrumentalist's training. They place technical problems in musical contexts, and can be invaluable aids to development. 76 Graded Studies for Flute brings together in two books a broad selection of repertoire in a variety of styles, from Camus to Telemann. Also included are a number of specially composed studies by Paul Harris that introduce aspects of 20th-century style and considerably extend the scope of the selection. It is a must-have resource for all students and teachers. 76 Studies for Flute Book One are arranged in order of increasing difficulty, according to a carefully planned technical progression from Grades 1-5 standard. **ABRSM selected piece (Flute 2018-2021): Hessian Dance.

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First Repertoire For Clarinet comprises 16 easy-intermediate pieces for clarinet and piano, edited, selected and arranged by Paul Harris and Emma Johnson. This is a collection of imaginative and idiomatic arrangements and original pieces, all carefully selected and written for Grade 1-4 player. From Bruch to Britten, Telemann to Alkan, and including such classics from the shows and television as Cole Porter's Night and Day and Barrington Pheloung's theme from Inspector Morse. There is something here for every occasion! Paul Harris is one of the leading figures in music education, with many varied publications to his name. Emma Johnson has established herself as one of the world’s foremost clarinet soloists, performing regularly in the USA, the Far East, and throughout Europe. **ABRSM selected piece (Clarinet 2008-2013): The Spy Who Went Out to the Cold (Harris)

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Flute All Sorts is designed to fit the technique and capabilities of the young player, with easy-to-play piano accompaniments for the teacher. This assortment of 19 fun pieces to pick and mix offers all sorts - from easy classics to great new pieces!

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Concert Repertoire For Alto Saxophone is a collection of fifteen imaginative and sax-friendly arrangementsand original pieces, all carefully selected and written for the Grade 5–7 player, with piano accompaniment, by talented duo Paul Harris and Beverley Calland. Their wealth of talent and experience have been pooled together to create this varied and challenging collection. From Ellington’s jazz classic Caravan and Brubeck’s It’s a raggy waltz, to Villa-Lobos, Debussy, Gershwin and J. S. Bach - there is something here for every occasion! Paul Harris is one of the leading figures in music education, with many varied publications to his name. Beverley Calland is in great demand as a player and teacher, and was one of the founder saxophonists in The Fairer Sax. **ABRSM selected pieces (Saxophone 2006-2013): Allegro vivace (Singelée) Theme from Rhapsody in Blue (Gershwin) Spanish Love Song (Anon.) Saxsequential (Harris) Music of the Spheres (Harris) **Trinity College London selected pieces (Saxophone 2012-2014): Theme from Rhapsody in Blue (Gershwin) Spanish Love Song (Anon.)

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First Repertoire For Alto Saxophone is a collection of twenty imaginative and sax-friendly arrangements and original pieces, with piano accompaniments, all carefully selected and written for the Grade 1-3 player by talented duo Paul Harris and Beverley Calland. From Latin classic Desafinado to Handel's Water Music, Massenet to Mussorgsky, and including classic themes from the shows and television, there is something here for every occasion! The solo Alto Saxophone part is also included on a separate insert. **ABRSM selected pieces (Saxophone 2006-2013): Theme and Variations (Glazunov) Midnight Air (Harris) Trio from Water Music (Handel) Pirates Ahoy! (Harris) Promenade (from Pictures at an Exhibition) (Mussorgsky) Cantabile (from Il Cordellino) (Vivaldi) Showtime (Harris) Desafinado (Antonio Jobim and Newton Mendonca) **Trinity College London selected pieces (Saxophone 2012-2014): Theme and Variations (Glazunov) Seascape (Harris) Trio from Water Music (Handel) Promenade from Pictures at an Exhibition (Mussorgsky) Cantabile from II Cordellino (Vivaldi)

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80 Graded Studies for Oboe brings together in two books a broad selection of 18th and 19th century repertory, with studies by Blatt, Brod, Ferling, Fetzen, Garnier, Hinke, Luft and others. Also included are a number of specially composed studies by Paul Harris. Book One contain studies 1-46, with studies 47-80 in Book Two. 80 Graded Studies for Oboe Book One are arranged in increasing difficulty, according to a carefully planned technical progression (Grades 1-5). Studies are an established part of every instrumentalist's training. They place technical problems in musical contexts, and can be invaluable aids to development. 80 Graded Studies for Oboe is a must-have resource for all students and teachers, and the two books feature heavily on the major examination board syllabuses. **ABRSM selected pieces (Oboe 2006-2013): Study in C (Garnier) Study in C or Study in G (Harris) Study in C (Brod) Study in C (Fetzen) Study in C (Baermann) Study in D (Langey) **Trinity College London selected pieces (Oboe 2012-2014): Study no.11 (Garnier) Study no.12 (Baermann) Study no.22 or Study no.29 (Harris) Study no.40 (Harris) Study no.42, Csardas (Wiedemann)

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Time Pieces is an exciting new series of repertoire which explores the wealth of music written from the sixteenth century to the present day. The pieces are presented chronologically within each volume and all include the year in which they were written too so you can map your journey through time. Time Pieces for Cello is a three-volume anthology providing a graded selection of well-crafted and idiomatic arrangements, as well as some original pieces, for cello and piano. All of them have been carefully written to provide practice of the keys, note ranges and fingering patterns encountered in the early grades, and there are suggestions for position work and varied bowing patterns. Each volume balances well-known pieces with less familiar music, and the emphasis throughout is on tuneful repertoire perfectly suited to the cello with a simple supportive piano accompaniment. From Tallis to Tchaikovsky and from Haydn to Britten, Time Pieces for Cello allows the pupil to get a real feel for the different styles of music through tune and will prove an invaluable, varied source of further study and recital repertoire. Perfect for learners exploring repertoire for the own-choice piece in ABRSM's Performance Grade exams

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More Graded Studies for Flute Book Two, by Sally Adams and Paul Harris, brings together saxophone study repertoire spanning the entire spectrum of technique from the 19th Century onward, and provides a firm foundation for progress. Featuring core studies alongside specially composed pieces by Paul Harris, this comprehensive collection applies the Simultaneous Learning approach to instrumental technique. Book Two takes the student from Intermediate to Advanced level (approx. Grades 6–8). The studies are arranged in order of increasing difficulty according to a carefully planned technical progression, and each study comes with a list of Simultaneous Learning musical ingredients for players to explore in preparation for the music. **ABRSM selected piece (Flute 2018-2021): Sea Echo **ABRSM selected piece (Flute 2018-2021): Study in D minor **ABRSM selected piece (Flute 2018-2021): Presto ‘humoroso’ **ABRSM selected piece (Flute 2018-2021): Theme and Variation

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50 Graded Studies for Recorder brings together a broad range of repertoire spanning three centuries. Placing pieces by de Boismortier next to specially composed pieces by Sally Adams and Paul Harris, the book is progressive and studies are arranged in order of difficulty spanning from a preparatory level to Grade 5 standard. **ABRSM selected pieces (Recorder from 2008): Moderato in G (Fetzen) King Richard, his Delight (Harris) Al hebben de Princen haren (van Eyck) The Quaker's Grace (Playford) Menuett–allegretto (Wiedemann) Fred's Frolic (Adams) **Trinity College London selected piece (Recorder 2012-2014): Study no.13 (Boismortier) Study no.22 (Gariboldi) Study no.34 (Harris) Study no.24 (Hinke) Study no.50 (Harris) Study no.26 (Kohler) Study no.45 (Gariboldi) Study no.47 (Kuhlau)

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Violin Basics is a landmark method by two of the leading figures in music education. Comprising pupil’s tutor book, teacher’s accompaniment book, and online audio, Violin Basics provides everything you need to get playing. This Teacher’s Book supports the pupil from absolute beginner level, progressing to Grade 1 level. It contains piano and violin accompaniments for the pieces in Violin Basics, along with general guidance for teachers. Audio of all the accompaniments is available online.

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Improve your sight-reading! Grades 5-8 for trumpet is designed to help overcome the nerves that cause sight-reading problems, especially for trumpet players working for the Grades 5-8 examinations. Step by step it helps the player to build up a complete picture of each piece, first through rhythmic and melodic exercises related to specific problems, then by the study of a prepared piece with associated questions for the student to answer, then finally to the real, unprepared sight-reading test itself.

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Time Pieces is an exciting new series of repertoire which explores the wealth of music written from the sixteenth century to the present day. The pieces are presented chronologically within each volume and all include the year in which they were written too so you can map your journey through time. Time Pieces for Cello is a three-volume anthology providing a graded selection of well-crafted and idiomatic arrangements, as well as some original pieces, for cello and piano. All of them have been carefully written to provide practice of the keys, note ranges and fingering patterns encountered in the early grades, and there are suggestions for position work and varied bowing patterns. Each volume balances well-known pieces with less familiar music, and the emphasis throughout is on tuneful repertoire perfectly suited to the cello with a simple supportive piano accompaniment. From Tallis to Tchaikovsky and from Haydn to Britten, Time Pieces for Cello allows the pupil to get a real feel for the different styles of music through tune and will prove an invaluable, varied source of further study and recital repertoire. Perfect for learners exploring repertoire for the own-choice piece in ABRSM's Performance Grade exams

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Time Pieces is an exciting new series of repertoire which explores the wealth of music written from the sixteenth century to the present day. The pieces are presented chronologically within each volume and all include the year in which they were written too so you can map your journey through time. Time Pieces for Cello is a three-volume anthology providing a graded selection of well-crafted and idiomatic arrangements, as well as some original pieces, for cello and piano. All of them have been carefully written to provide practice of the keys, note ranges and fingering patterns encountered in the early grades, and there are suggestions for position work and varied bowing patterns. Each volume balances well-known pieces with less familiar music, and the emphasis throughout is on tuneful repertoire perfectly suited to the cello with a simple supportive piano accompaniment. From Tallis to Tchaikovsky and from Haydn to Britten, Time Pieces for Cello allows the pupil to get a real feel for the different styles of music through tune and will prove an invaluable, varied source of further study and recital repertoire. Perfect for learners exploring repertoire for the own-choice piece in ABRSM's Performance Grade exams

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Flexi Violin 2 is a refreshingly diverse collection for violin with both piano and violin duet accompaniments from leading educational authors Paul Harris and Jessica O’Leary. Suitable for Grade 3 to 5 (Intermediate) level players, it features a wide range of composers and the pieces have both piano and violin duet accompaniments.

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80 Graded Studies for Saxophone, selected and edited by John Davies and Paul Harris for both Alto and Tenor Saxophones, brings together in two books a broad selection of 18th and 19th century repertory, with studies by Arban, Baermenn, Blatt, Brod and others. Also included are a number of specially composed studies by Paul Harris. These introduce aspects of 20th-century style and considerably extend the scope of the selection. The studies are arranged in order of increasing difficulty, according to a carefully planned technical progression. 80 Graded Studies for Saxophone Book One are arranged in increasing difficulty from elementary level to early intermediate (Grades 1-5). Studies are an established part of every instrumentalist's training. They place technical problems in musical contexts, and can be invaluable aids to development. 80 Graded Studies for Saxophone is a must-have resource for all students and teachers, and the two books feature heavily on the major examination board syllabuses. **ABRSM selected pieces (Saxophone 2006-2013): Study in C (Brod) Study in C (Baermann) Study in D (Garnier) Study in A minor (O. Langey) Study in Bb (Gariboldi) **Trinity College London selected pieces (Saxophone 2012-2014): Study no.9 (Demnitz) Study no.8 (Garnier) Study no.21 (Garnier) Study no.32 (Baermann) Study no.31 (Gariboldi)

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80 Graded Studies for Clarinet Book Two is a direct continuation of the first and is designed to take young players to an intermediate level. It concentrates on a number of techniques such as tone quality, dynamics, intonation, articulation, finger technique and playing in character. The wide variety of styles covered by the book fosters a musical understanding in the young clarinetist. Studies are an established part of every instrumentalist's training. They place technical problems in musical contexts, and can be invaluable aids to development. 80 Graded Studies for Clarinet is a must-have resource for all students and teachers, and the two books feature heavily on the major examination board syllabuses. **ABRSM selected piece (Clarinet 2008-2013): Study in D minor (Demnitz) Study in A (Baermann) Study in G# minor or Study in G minor (Müller) **Trinity College London selected pieces (Saxophone 2012-2014): Study no.64 (Mazas)

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80 Graded Studies for Clarinet Book One are arranged in order of increasing difficulty, up to early intermediate level, according to carefully planned technical progression (Grades 1-5). 80 Graded Studies for Clarinet, selected and edited by John Davies and Paul Harris, brings together in two books a broad selection of 19th-century study repertory, with studies by Baermann, Berr, Demnitz, Klose, Lazarus, Lefevre, Muler, Rose, Stark, Vanderhagen, and Wiedemann - all virtuosi of their day. Also included are a number of specially composed studies by Paul Harris that introduce aspects of 20th-century style and considerably extend the scope of the selection. Book One contains studies 1-50, with 51-80 in Book Two. Studies are an established part of every instrumentalist's training. They place technical problems in musical contexts, and can be invaluable aids to development. 80 Graded Studies for Clarinet is a must-have resource for all students and teachers, and the two books feature heavily on the major examination board syllabuses. **ABRSM selected pieces (Clarinet 2008-2013): Study in F (Demnitz) Study in A minor or Study in F (Demnitz) Csardas (Wiedemann) **Trinity College London selected pieces (Clarinet 2012-2014): Study no.5 or Study no. 9 (Demnitz) Study no. 6 (Harris) Study no. 13 (Demnitz) Study no.15 (Lazarus) Study no.22 or Study no.27 (Demnitz) Study no. 39 (Baermann) Study no. 35 (Demnitz) Study no. 50 (Stark) **Trinity College London selected pieces (Clarinet 2012-2014): Study no.60 (Harris) Study no.52 (Demnitz) Study no.56 (Lazarus) Study no.64, Romance (Wiedemann) Study no.73 (Baermann) Study no.67 (Harris)

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Prominent scientists and philosophers of science address contemporary debates on the nature of Time. Their contributions freely discuss its unity and reality, its compatibility with the orders of classical philosophy (present, past and future) and with the disputed idea of free will (Volume 1). They also present a detailed and updated state of the role of Time in the so-called exact sciences: biology — or more precisely genetics, evolution, neurosciences, natural and artificial intelligence (Volume 2) , and physics — relativity, quantum mechanics and quantum gravity, and cosmology (Volume 3).

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Introducing students to the field of graphic design through inspirational examples and clear, practical advice, The Fundamentals of Graphic Design has been fully updated to reflect the changes in today's technologies and graphic design practice. With a new section expanding the coverage of digital design tools and new material on social media, apps plus more on design for the Web, the book gives students a unique overview of what graphic designers do and how they work, historical influences on the field, and coverage of design thinking and the production process.

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South African sculptor Angus Taylor, born in Johannesburg in 1970 and alumnus of the University of Pretoria, is known mainly for his monumental works. For these, in addition to the classic bronze, he uses a selection of materials special to his immediate environment: black granite, red jasper, straw, and the red earth of the Pretoria region. In the symbiosis of these materials with traditional artistic craft techniques, distinctly contemporary works arise, which Taylor pioneeringly positions as figurative landmark sculpture. This first-ever monograph on Angus Taylor offers a comprehensive survey of his oeuvre to date. Key works from his entire career since the founding of his studio Dionysus Sculpture Works in 1997 are featured in full colour illustrations throughout. The essays discuss Taylor’s methods, practices, and personal philosophies and put his work is context within South Africa’s social situation as well as with his own biography. The book offers a much welcomed profound introduction to Angus Taylor’s innovative and characteristic body of work.

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