Best MIDI & Mixers Books of 2026

This book is a must-have for any Super Mario Bros. fan who also loves playing the piano. "Super Mario for Piano" features 34 easy-to-play arrangements of classic tunes from the Super Mario game series. Each piece comes with graphics from the corresponding games, making this book even more fun to play from. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced pianist, this book will provide hours of entertainment. Overall, this book is a great addition to any pianist's collection and a perfect gift for any Super Mario fan.

The Legend of Zelda for Easy Piano is a collection of 33 iconic melodies from the beloved video game series arranged for easy piano. The sheet music includes graphics from the corresponding games, making it a must-have for any fan of the franchise. The book is perfect for pianists of all ages and skill levels, and it makes a great gift. Alfred Music has done an excellent job of capturing the essence of the music from The Legend of Zelda series, making this book a must-have for any fan of the franchise.

The Super Mario Series for Piano: Intermediate/Advanced Piano Solos is a collection of 34 arrangements of instantly recognizable melodies from the Super Mario Bros. video game series. The book features note-for-note transcriptions of the iconic music composed by Koji Kondo and graphics from the corresponding games. This officially licensed, collectible sheet music companion folio is perfect for pianists of all ages who want to impress friends, family, and audiences. The book is a great gift for fans of the Super Mario Bros. video game series and a must-have for anyone who loves playing video game music on the piano.

Electronic Projects for Musicians by Music Sales America is a comprehensive guide that simplifies the process of building electronic accessories. With clear instructions and illustrations, readers can learn how to build pre-amps, tone controls, mixers, and more. The book also provides access to free audio demonstrations of electronic effects through a unique code. This feature allows readers to stream or download the audio online. Overall, Electronic Projects for Musicians is a valuable resource for musicians looking to enhance their sound and experiment with electronic accessories.

Generating Sound & Organizing Time: Thinking with gen~ Book 1 is a must-read for anyone interested in creating music and tools to generate and modulate audio. The book uses gen~, which provides a way to work directly at the sample level through visual patching or coding, allowing for exploration of the immense possibilities of digital audio signal processing. Moreover, the book offers insights into developing useful things to think with: design patterns, techniques, and subcircuits to help bring new musical signal processes to life. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for anyone looking to demystify digital audio processing and explore new possibilities.

The Legend of Zelda Series for Piano: Piano Solos is a must-have for any pianist who is also a fan of the iconic video game series. This intermediate-advanced piano edition features 33 note-for-note transcriptions of the beloved melodies from the games, including Koji Kondo's "The Legend of Zelda Main Theme" and pieces from A Link to the Past and Ocarina of Time. The sheet music is accompanied by graphics from the corresponding games. Impress your friends and family with this magnificent collection that makes a great gift for any pianist. Overall, this book is a unique and delightful addition to any pianist's collection.

Make: Analog Synthesizers: Make Electronic Sounds the Synth-DIY Way is a comprehensive guide for musicians and hobbyists to create their own analog synthesizers. Ray Wilson, the author, shares his decades of experience in synth-DIY, including the popular Music From Outer Space (MFOS) website and analog synth community. The book covers the differences between analog and digital synthesizers, analog synthesizer building blocks, how to tool up for synth-DIY, foundational circuits, and how to work with the MFOS Noise Toaster kit. It also teaches readers how to set up a synth-DIY electronic music studio on a budget. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in creating their own analog synthesizer.

This book, titled "Minecraft -- Volume Alpha: Sheet Music Selections from the Video Game Soundtrack (Piano Solos)" by Alfred Music, is a must-have for Minecraft fans and pianists alike. It features sheet music selections from the video game's beloved soundtrack composed by Daniel C418" Rosenfeld. The book includes titles such as "Key," "Door," "Minecraft," and "Sweden," among others. Pianists can now bring the music to life and relive their favorite moments from the game. Overall, this book is a fantastic addition to any Minecraft fan's collection and a great opportunity for pianists to play some of the most recognized and beloved video game scores of all time.

This book, titled "260 Drum Machine Patterns," is a great resource for percussionists looking to program original rhythm patterns and breaks on any drum machine. It contains over 260 contemporary rhythms, many of which incorporate flams for use on the latest generation of drum machines. Published by Hal Leonard LLC, the world's largest source of music performance and instructional materials, this book is a reliable addition to any percussionist's library. Overall, it is a valuable resource for drummers of all skill levels looking to expand their repertoire of rhythm patterns.

Life and Death on the New York Dance Floor, 1980–1983 is a fascinating book that chronicles the creative and intense party scene in New York during the 80s. Tim Lawrence interviews DJs, producers, musicians, artists, and dancers to illustrate how the post-disco, post-punk, and hip hop scenes became marked by their level of plurality, interaction, and convergence. Lawrence's meticulous research provides critical and analytical commentary on the social backdrop of the times, the genesis of the emerging and eclectic music/dance styles, and the essence of this artistic renaissance. Cultural historians and those familiar with the 1980s milieu will find this informative and insightful.