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Passion from the Podium: Seven Lessons to Inspire Effective Music Rehearsals

Keeley Haynes — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 04:34:20 +0000

Passion from the Podium: Seven Lessons to Inspire Effective Music Rehearsals Keeley Haynes Wed, 09/23/2026 - 22:34

By Matthew Roeder (DMus'07)

(G.I.A. Publications, 136 pages, 2026)

In this compact volume, teacher-conductor Matthew Roeder shares seven enduring lessons, or central “truths,” about the art of leading effective and engaging music rehearsals.

Effective rehearsals are born from effective conducting.
Connect with hearts and minds.
Spirit transcends technique—every time.
Inspiration is revealed through unified artistic experiences.
Authenticity wins the day. Just be YOU!
Pack lightly and avoid bringing your baggage into rehearsals.
Humanity needs music.

These lessons, drawn from thousands of hours working with students from all walks of life, are enhanced by commentary from seven leading wind band conductors. Their insights reveal an important throughline: that meaningful music making is grounded in authentic connection and positive interactions with ensemble members.

Passion from the Podium is filled with takeaways for your next rehearsal, ideas that will enrich your musical leadership and unlock the artistic potential of your ensemble

In this compact volume, teacher-conductor Matthew Roeder shares seven enduring lessons, or central “truths,” about the art of leading effective and engaging music rehearsals.

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Transplanetary Americas Art, Outer Space, and the Latinx Imagination

Keeley Haynes — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 04:10:31 +0000

Transplanetary Americas Art, Outer Space, and the Latinx Imagination Keeley Haynes Wed, 09/23/2026 - 22:10

By Robb Hernández (Ethnic, Jour’02)

(Duke University Press, 336 pages, 2026)

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In Transplanetary Americas, Robb Hernández launches a propulsive pathway for Latinx cultural studies by exploring how the modern space race has driven artists to look upward and attune to expressions derived from the solar system and beyond. By advancing a theoretical and methodological framework he calls transplanetary relationality, Hernández shows how artists’ ascendant attentions unhinge Latinidades from their terrestrial bindings in an aerial pursuit of being with Earth and with other planets. Speculation, science and technology fuel creative activities referencing the cosmos, taking Latinx art history into unexpected territory. Science fiction B-movie aesthetics empowers political statements of the third kind. NASA’s Apollo program sparks muralist imaginings about other planetary vistas. Private aerospace companies are prompting new generations of artist-activists to defend both land and sky. By showcasing visionaries who frustrate categories of time and place, Hernández’s investigation transcends the typical limits of border studies via a vertical scale, proving that the color of space is not only black but brown.

In Transplanetary Americas, Robb Hernández launches a propulsive pathway for Latinx cultural studies by exploring how the modern space race has driven artists to look upward and attune to expressions derived from the solar system and beyond.

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Recreational & Industrial Audiology

Keeley Haynes — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 03:59:55 +0000

Recreational & Industrial Audiology Keeley Haynes Wed, 09/23/2026 - 21:59

By Gary Gordon (A&S'72)

(Lightning Source, 141 pages, 2026)

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Recreational & Industrial Audiology: The Next Profitable Frontier introduces a transformative perspective on hearing healthcare, revealing how audiology is expanding far beyond traditional clinical boundaries. It highlights the growing demand for hearing protection and communication solutions in real-world environments such as industrial workplaces, sports, aviation, music, and public safety. By shifting the focus from reactive treatment to proactive prevention, the book positions Recreational and Industrial Audiology as a critical and timely evolution within the profession.

Through real-world examples, proven models, and practical strategies, the author demonstrates how hearing professionals can tap into new and underserved markets. The book explores how education, technology, and strategic planning can be leveraged to create scalable and sustainable opportunities. It also emphasizes the importance of collaboration between providers, manufacturers, and educators in building a stronger and more connected hearing healthcare ecosystem.

Ultimately, Recreational & Industrial Audiology: The Next Profitable Frontier serves as both a guide and a call to action for audiologists and industry professionals. It challenges readers to rethink their current practice models and embrace innovation, global thinking, and preventive care. By doing so, they can not only enhance patient outcomes but also unlock new pathways for growth, impact, and long-term success in an evolving healthcare landscape.

Recreational & Industrial Audiology: The Next Profitable Frontier introduces a transformative perspective on hearing healthcare, revealing how audiology is expanding far beyond traditional clinical boundaries.

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Duffy: The Tale of a Terrier

Keeley Haynes — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:43:04 +0000

Duffy: The Tale of a Terrier Keeley Haynes Tue, 08/11/2026 - 14:43

By Gary Porter (MBA'74; PhD'77)

(Outpost Press, 252 pages, 2026)

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Duffy: The Tale of a Terrier is about a rescue dog named Duffy who arrives in Heaven, but neither limitless bowls of chow nor bottomless barrels of rawhide can take away the longing for his folks back home. Then he meets Rex, a literary easterner of the Boston Terrier persuasion, who encourages Duffy to write his life story. From a harrowing start in a hayloft to a prolonged stay in a shelter to his new life with an adoring childless couple, Duffy relives his tale through the written word with the help of his new cultured friend. But how do two dogs — who no longer even reside on earth — find a publisher?

Duffy: The Tale of a Terrier is about a rescue dog named Duffy who arrives in Heaven, but neither limitless bowls of chow nor bottomless barrels of rawhide can take away the longing for his folks back home.

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Little Rex: A Night at Sleepy Hollow Cemetery

Keeley Haynes — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:37:48 +0000

Little Rex: A Night at Sleepy Hollow Cemetery Keeley Haynes Fri, 08/07/2026 - 11:37

By Gary Porter (MBA'74; PhD'77)

(Camulet Editions, 192 pages, 2025)

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On the Day of the Dead, the ghosts of America’s greatest authors rise from their graves…and a Boston Terrier is about to join them on an unforgettable journey.

Rex was once a beloved pet, but when life on the streets of Boston leaves him hungry and alone, he stumbles into Sleepy Hollow Cemetery in Concord, Massachusetts. There, under the moonlit shadows of Authors Ridge, something extraordinary happens: Louisa May Alcott, Henry David Thoreau, Nathaniel Hawthorne and Ralph Waldo Emerson return for one night only.

With wit, warmth and a touch of ghostly wonder, Rex follows the famous writers through Concord’s most historic landmarks—from the Old North Bridge to Walden Pond—discovering the power of words, the weight of history, and the courage hidden in even the smallest heart. Along the way, he also encounters John Brown, the fiery abolitionist, and a Salem “witch” who has unfinished business with Hawthorne’s past.

But Rex is more than just a witness to history. He’s a dog searching for belonging, haunted by the master who gave him up and facing the frailty of his own aging body. His story, told from the afterlife, becomes both a love letter to literature and a timeless reminder of loyalty, friendship and hope. Readers of Duffy: The Tale of a Terrier will delight in this moving prequel that reveals how Rex’s steadfast heart and literary wisdom first took shape.

Little Rex: A Night at Sleepy Hollow Cemetery blends historical fiction, ghostly adventure and canine courage into a heartwarming tale that will spark young readers’ imaginations while introducing them to classic American writers and the lessons they still carry for us today.

On the Day of the Dead, the ghosts of America’s greatest authors rise from their graves…and a Boston Terrier is about to join them on an unforgettable journey.

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The Bitcoin Investment Handbook

Keeley Haynes — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:28:16 +0000

The Bitcoin Investment Handbook Keeley Haynes Fri, 08/07/2026 - 11:28

By Timothy Peterson (Econ'92)

(Freedom Fortune Press, 976 pages, 2026)

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The Bitcoin Investment Handbook is a comprehensive professional reference for evaluating Bitcoin as a financial asset. Written for investors, fiduciaries, analysts, and serious students of digital assets, it brings together monetary history, computer science, cryptography, network economics, valuation theory, portfolio construction, and risk management in a single disciplined framework. The book explains what Bitcoin is, why it exists, how it works, and how investors can judge its value without relying on headlines, promotional claims, or price speculation. It covers digital signatures, proof of work, mining, forks, custody, exchange risk, monetary properties, adoption dynamics, Metcalfe's Law, network effects, valuation models, volatility, drawdowns, ETFs, leverage, operational risk, and investment policy. Unlike introductory cryptocurrency books, this volume treats Bitcoin with the same analytical standards used for equities, fixed income, commodities, currencies, and alternative investments. It examines Bitcoin's fixed supply, settlement structure, security model, network value, macroeconomic role, and portfolio applications, while also addressing common criticisms involving energy use, crime, volatility, intrinsic value, scalability, and replacement risk. Designed as a desk reference, The Bitcoin Investment Handbook gives readers the tools to decide whether Bitcoin belongs in a portfolio, how much exposure may be appropriate, what risks must be controlled, and how to evaluate Bitcoin across market cycles. It is intended for readers who want a rigorous, evidence-based understanding of Bitcoin as money, technology, network, and investment asset.

The Bitcoin Investment Handbook is a comprehensive professional reference for evaluating Bitcoin as a financial asset.

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Inquiry Illuminated: Researcher's Workshop Across the Curriculum

Keeley Haynes — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:04:37 +0000

Inquiry Illuminated: Researcher's Workshop Across the Curriculum Keeley Haynes Thu, 07/16/2026 - 13:04

By Brad Buhrow (Geog'87), Anne Goudvis and Stephanie Harvey

(Heinemann; 264 pages; 2019)

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To immerse students in the richness and intrigue of the content areas, let the kids lead the way!

In Inquiry Illuminated, Anne Goudvis, Stephanie Harvey, and classroom teacher Brad Buhrow shine a light on researchers' workshop—an approach whose true north emerges from kids’ curiosity. Adapting structures you already know from readers' and writers' workshop, they share a predictable, proven, and—most importantly—authentic approach that:

creates irresistible investigations in science, history and social studies or language arts
increases students’ independence and agency by gradually releasing responsibility for inquiry
effectively integrates literacy and content through strategies for comprehension and critical thinking.

With copious full-color photographs and classroom video, Inquiry Illuminated shows how to create a culture where thoughtfulness, creativity and collaboration can turn wonder into powerful inquiry. Then, with researchers' workshop, you’ll uncover a process that transforms curiosity into opportunities to ask questions and follow a path to new understandings. Throughout, you’ll discover how to bring in what you already do in readers’ and writers’ workshops to support students’ investigations as they read, write, create, and take action.

Wonder without inquiry is like a mere spark in the darkness. Read Inquiry Illuminated to find out how to light up the possibilities for your learners.

In Inquiry Illuminated, Anne Goudvis, Stephanie Harvey, and classroom teacher Brad Buhrow shine a light on researcher's workshop—an approach whose true north emerges from kids’ curiosity. Adapting structures you already know from reader’s and writer’s workshop, they share a predictable, proven, and—most importantly—authentic approach that:

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My Hungry Ghosts

Keeley Haynes — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:29:27 +0000

My Hungry Ghosts Keeley Haynes Fri, 07/10/2026 - 11:29

By May-Lee Chai (MEngl'94)

(Blair; 175 pages; 2026)

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In this collection of timely essays and incantations, award-winning author May-lee Chai explores the intersection of world history and her own—feeding herself and her ghosts in the process.

Drawing upon the traditional Chinese Daoist and Buddhist concept of hungry ghosts, May-lee Chai writes about personal hauntings, the people, histories, ancestors and family members who continue to touch her life. Hungry ghosts are spirits that are caught between realms forgotten by their descendants and separated from their ancestors. Yet the Chinese traditional celebration of the Hungry Ghost Festival in the 7th lunar month shows a path forward and a way to heal, when the living can still feed even the hungriest of the wandering spirits in this most egalitarian of holidays. This spiritual practice serves as inspiration in Chai's writing.

In these 12 reflections and incantations, both new and previously published award-winning works, Chai explores Chinese spiritual traditions, the lunar almanac, exile and the diaspora born of war; weaves family stories with our society at large; examines the legacies of the "women of Nanjing" who were enslaved there by the Japanese military in World War II; and examines the racist fear-mongering about Chinese men and white women and how that impacted her own multiracial family. Other topics of this wide-ranging collection include Western European-dominated beauty standards, the rise of authoritarianism in Hong Kong leading to mass migration, the extinction of the Yangzi River dolphin due to climate change and Chai's complex relationship with her white mother.

Spanning continents and centuries, My Hungry Ghosts: Essays and Incantations is a collection that speaks to our current political moment with fresh and innovative forms of writing. Chai's essays provide a lens and path forward for activism and healing.

In this collection of timely essays and incantations, award-winning author May-lee Chai explores the intersection of world history and her own--feeding herself and her ghosts in the process.

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A Memorable Honor: Shakespeare, Lincoln and the Art of Leadership

Keeley Haynes — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 22:25:00 +0000

A Memorable Honor: Shakespeare, Lincoln and the Art of Leadership Keeley Haynes Mon, 06/22/2026 - 16:25

By Frank P. Prager (ChemEngr, Engl'84)

(Henriad Press; 192 pages; 2026)

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William Shakespeare and Abraham Lincoln walk into a meeting...

But what happens next is no joke. By following the wisdom and example of these two visionaries, any leader can embody the honor, persuasion and high-stakes art of leadership.

In A Memorable Honor, veteran business executive Frank P. Prager examines how Shakespeare’s over-four-hundred-year-old texts hold the key to making twenty-first-century leaders stronger, more compassionate and more successful in their organizations. Using Abraham Lincoln—a lifelong lover of the Bard—as a prime case study, Prager offers an in-depth analysis of how themes found in Shakespeare’s plays shaped Lincoln’s leadership and response to the overwhelming pressures of the Civil War. Prager examines how characters in comedies and tragedies alike demonstrate the following essential tools for today’s leaders:

Honor
Poetry
Wit
Courage
Competence
Wisdom
Fragility
Memory

A Memorable Honor is a fascinating deep dive, an intellectual love letter, and an inspiration for how to meet leadership challenges with understanding, perfect for anyone seeking to become a more effective, just and inspirational leader.

William Shakespeare and Abraham Lincoln walk into a meeting...But what happens next is no joke. By following the wisdom and example of these two visionaries, any leader can embody the honor, persuasion and high-stakes art of leadership.

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Curse of the Maestro and Other Stories

Keeley Haynes — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 22:03:22 +0000

Curse of the Maestro and Other Stories Keeley Haynes Mon, 06/22/2026 - 16:03

By G.T. Walker (PhDMus'92)

(MSI Press; 180 pages; 2024)

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A psychopath's scented love letters. Neo-Nazi music journalism. The museum guestbook, right beside a lifelike diorama of musicians in their natural habitat. This collection of hybrid fiction is all that remains of the Stonehaven Symphony Orchestra. In the aftermath of their fiery tour bus mishap, Curse of the Maestro documents the lives, loves, and musical pursuits of tuxedo-clad misfits in their own words, a shameless allegory for the performing arts today. Characters from the gamut of racial and sexual orientations drive these short stories, unreliable narrators exploring the secret trenches of high art.

Fearless readers will embark upon an almost archaeological excavation of these artifacts, searching for clues to uncover answers to questions they did not know they had:

Did Romeo and Juliet really text each other?

How did Lil Skank end up overdosing on stage?

And will the young explorer ever discover a maestro's secrets?

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