Beatles Books: 7 Recommended Books About The Beatles
As a big fan of both The Beatles and of reading, I have read a huge amount of books on The Beatles. In fact, I really have no idea how many I've read at this point. But I know it's a lot more than the seven books I'm listing here. My point is that these seven great Beatles books are not randomly selected, they are the Beatles books that really stand out among the many that I have read.
The Beatles as Musicians: The Quarry Men through Rubber Soul - I must warn you that the "Beatles as Musicians" books are very heavy into music theory and if you're completely clueless in that area you may find these books to be over your head. These books are really meant for those who want to study The Beatles music at a very deep level.
The Beatles as Musicians: Revolver through the Anthology - I love both of the "Beatles as Musicians" books but I must say that this one is my favorite. My five favorite Beatles albums were all released during this period (The White Album, Sgt. Pepper, Revolver, Abbey Road, & Magical Mystery Tour.)
Tell Me Why - This book includes an essay on every song The Beatles released during their career in the 1960s. There's some factual information in here along with some opinions. I don't always agree with the opinions, but they are an interesting jumping off point for a debate (even if the debate is entirely in my head!)
The Beatles Complete Scores - The ultimate tool for any musicians who wants to learn how to play The Beatles music. It's also a recommended companion piece to The Beatles as Musicians book set. It can help you to study The Beatles music along with Walter Everett.
Lennon Revealed - I think I've probably read 4 or 5 books on John Lennon but I can't really remember any of them clearly except this one. This is a great book that really makes you feel like you're there with John.
Here, There, & Everywhere: My Life Recording The Beatles - This is possibly the most revealing book about The Beatles actual recording sessions I've ever read. I never felt more like I was actually in the studio with the band than I did when reading this book. Fascinating.
The Beatles Anthology - This is the most obvious "must have" Beatles book. It's a companion piece to the DVD set (and the CD sets) by the same name. It's The Beatles story as told by the band themselves and it's really an outstanding "coffee table" book. Highly recommended! - 18418
The Beatles as Musicians: The Quarry Men through Rubber Soul - I must warn you that the "Beatles as Musicians" books are very heavy into music theory and if you're completely clueless in that area you may find these books to be over your head. These books are really meant for those who want to study The Beatles music at a very deep level.
The Beatles as Musicians: Revolver through the Anthology - I love both of the "Beatles as Musicians" books but I must say that this one is my favorite. My five favorite Beatles albums were all released during this period (The White Album, Sgt. Pepper, Revolver, Abbey Road, & Magical Mystery Tour.)
Tell Me Why - This book includes an essay on every song The Beatles released during their career in the 1960s. There's some factual information in here along with some opinions. I don't always agree with the opinions, but they are an interesting jumping off point for a debate (even if the debate is entirely in my head!)
The Beatles Complete Scores - The ultimate tool for any musicians who wants to learn how to play The Beatles music. It's also a recommended companion piece to The Beatles as Musicians book set. It can help you to study The Beatles music along with Walter Everett.
Lennon Revealed - I think I've probably read 4 or 5 books on John Lennon but I can't really remember any of them clearly except this one. This is a great book that really makes you feel like you're there with John.
Here, There, & Everywhere: My Life Recording The Beatles - This is possibly the most revealing book about The Beatles actual recording sessions I've ever read. I never felt more like I was actually in the studio with the band than I did when reading this book. Fascinating.
The Beatles Anthology - This is the most obvious "must have" Beatles book. It's a companion piece to the DVD set (and the CD sets) by the same name. It's The Beatles story as told by the band themselves and it's really an outstanding "coffee table" book. Highly recommended! - 18418
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