Music-Instruction & Study-Techniques

Are you ready to master the enchanting sounds of the handpan drum?Do you want to explore the mesmerizing world of rhythm and melody?Are you looking for a comprehensive guide that covers everything from basics to advanced techniques?Do you want to discover the secrets to...

Innovation in Music: Cultures and Contexts is a groundbreaking collection, bringing together contributions from instructors, researchers and professionals. Split into two sections, covering creative production practices and national/international perspectives, this volume offers truly global outlooks on ever-evolving practices.Author: Jan-Olof Gull?ISBN-10: 1032611162ISBN-13: 9781032611167Publisher: Focal PressLanguage:...

Chords are listed alphabetically and chromatically for easy reference with 36 different mandolin chords listed for each key. With chapters on chord theory, intervals, and chord construction, your chord vocabulary will be forever expanding. Also includes an explanation of the circle of fifths. The...

Author: Murphy KargesISBN-13: 9798990693401Publisher: Ocean 36 PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/23/2024Pages: 186Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.56lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.51d

The Magical Flutist - Exercises for Tone and Technique was inspired by the tuition of the Finnish flute pedagogue Rainer Risberg. This intermediate level book includes detailed instructions, various exercises and fun images for improving your tone and technique. The exercises have been organized...

Edna Golandsky is a world-renowned piano pedagogue, the leading authority on the Taubman Approach, and the co-founder of The Taubman Institute and The Golandsky Institute. She is a graduate of the Juilliard School, where she studied under Jane Carlson, Rosina Lh?vinne, and Adele Marcus....

For ages, musicians have been attracted by the clavichord, an instrument known for its historical significance and distinct tonal qualities. In the thorough "Step by-Step Guide on How to Play Clavichord," budding musicians and seasoned players alike are invited on a musical journey that...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

One Step At A Time is a five-part method of teaching the fundamentals of music on the bass. It is written in a way that is logical, sequential, and easy to understand. The success of this approach is in its simplicity. The writing of...

Author: Levi Clay, Joseph AlexanderISBN-10: 1789334535ISBN-13: 9781789334531Publisher: WWW.Fundamental-Changes.comLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/09/2024Pages: 104Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.58lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.22d

The Power of Practice showcases the pioneering achievements of renowned violinist Yehudi Menuhin (1916-99) and how both disciplines transformed his life and practice. Menuhin's contributions as a performer, teacher, and humanitarian are celebrated around the world. Less well known, however, is Menuhin's devotion to...

"Unlock the mesmerizing world of the Didgeridoo with 'Playing Didgeridoo for Beginners.' This comprehensive guide offers a step-by-step procedural melody journey, designed to empower enthusiasts with no prior experience to confidently learn and master the ancient art of Didgeridoo playing.Discover the rich cultural heritage...

In the 21st Century, the guitar, as both a material object and tool for artistic expression, continues to be reimagined and reinvented. From simple adaptations or modifications made by performers themselves, to custom-made instruments commissioned to fulfil specific functions, to the mass production of...

Everything You Need to Learn Ukulele the Right Way. Chords, Rhythms and Music Principles to Get You Strumming Your First Songs in Just a Matter of DaysUkulele Beginners Jumpstart teaches you music fundamentals and ukulele skills to get you started the right way.Learn to...

Imagine flowing from one position to the next as you play your guitar without thinking. Foresee the people around you amazed by the graceful movement of your hand as it travels up and down the fretboard. Hard to believe? Sounds too good to be...

Originally published in the early 1900s. The book was written to assist Choral Conductors and Choirmasters, though its scope is not limited to these, as many of the principles embodied in the illustrated text are applicable to Soloists as well as to Orchestral and...

Humberto Morales' Latin-American Rhythm Instruments And How To Play Them is a comprehensive guide to the traditional percussion instruments used in Latin American music. Written by the renowned musician and educator Humberto Morales, the book provides detailed information on the history, construction, and playing...

Understand the guitar completely like never before.This innovative musical system easily integrates the Blues and Rock into the Western musical system.Written by a guitarist for the guitarist with step-by-step instruction from over 40 years of teaching.This guitar book of instruction provides a rich source...

Ray Davies: Not Like Everybody Else is a critical biography of Ray Davies, with a focus on his music and his times. The book studies Davies' work from the Kinks' first singles through his 2006 solo album, from his rock musicals in the early...

Gig-worthy licks laid out sequentially over each chord change in the standard 12-bar blues form. Covers scales, chord voicing, chord progressions & rhythm figures, plus all regional blues styles. The disk includes MP3 files of the exercises.Author: Jesse GressISBN-10: 087930913XISBN-13: 9780879309138Publisher: Backbeat BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

Wayne Shorter has been voted best composer in Down Beat polls for years. Here is a collection of some his most famous songs from the 60s and 70s. Contains some of the finest melodic and harmonic vehicles used in the Miles Davis and Art...

Andy LaVerne has taken his years of experience as a first call jazz pianist and created this simple, pocket-sized, easy-to-use reference for playing chords that sound good instantly! Jazz pianists spend perhaps 80% of their practice time learning tunes and soloing. When they play...

(Music Sales America). Whether your favourite blues guitarist is Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters, Blind Blake, John Lee Hooker, Big Bill Broonzy, or Mississippi John Hurt, studying the basic techniques presented in this program is the first step toward being able to capture the essence...

The Two Part Inventions of Johann Sebastian Bach are a set of miniature masterworks which have and can form one of the pillars in the training of any musician.Danny Hall Music Publishing presents these timeless musical gems within the playable range of the 4,5...

HYBRID PICKING EXERCISES Single Note Permutations is a step further toward developing a fluent technique for combining pick and fingers. Here you'll find more than 1,400 different exercises based entirely on permutations. You should condition your fingers to respond to the intuitive part of...

In this book, Edith Lynwood Winn shares her insights on the art of playing the violin. Drawing upon her own experiences as a performer and teacher, she offers practical advice on technique, interpretation, and performance. This is an engaging and informative read for anyone...

It has become standard practice today for the professional musician to play at least one Latin tune in each set for added interest and variety. This popular set contains ten beautiful and popular bossa novas that jazz players have enjoyed for years, played with...

Much has been written about the jazz language or the jazz vocabulary. Linguistic references are sensible and proper because, just as we speak in words and phrases derived from the alphabet, so do we improvise jazz in musical phrases derived from notes. In speech,...

This classic guide to playing the violin walks the reader through every step from buying and holding a violin to sliding, trills, and other more advanced techniques. With simple instructions, expert tips, and a wealth of useful illustrations and examples, "A Practical Guide to...

"My object in writing this book is to encourage and help those students of the violin who are sufficiently intelligent to wish to advance with the times and who realise that in order to free violin playing from the rut of tradition in which...

This instructional book offers lessons on playing the violin, specifically focusing on 'divisions' which were improvisational variations popular in the 17th and 18th centuries. It provides a unique perspective on early music education and is a valuable resource for modern music students and teachers....

Modern self-help books (Volumes 1 & 2) for the beginning pianist. Also teaches music fundamentals using pop examples.Author: Jay SnyderISBN-10: 0578081105ISBN-13: 9780578081106Publisher: Golden Retriever MediaLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/06/2011Pages: 214Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.96lbsSize: 10.00h x 8.00w x 0.45d

Author: Fergus McWilliamISBN-10: 0889629277ISBN-13: 9780889629271Publisher: Mosaic PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/01/2012Pages: 180Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.40d

Rufus Reid Bass Lines complete bass line transcription book from Volume 1: Jazz How to Play and Improvise and Volume 3: II/V7/I Progression featuring the great jazz bassist Rufus Reid. While reading from the book, play along with the bassist on the recording (sold...

This book contains tuba parts to Mahler Symphonies 7, 8, and 9.Abe Torchinsky (1920-2009), the former principal tubist of the Philadelphia Orchestra, produced this significant series of orchestral study books for tubists. Each book includes entire tuba parts for every work.Drawing on his extensive...

Abe Torchinsky (1920-2009), the former principal tubist of the Philadelphia Orchestra, produced this significant series of orchestral study books for tubists. Each book includes entire tuba parts for every work.Drawing on his extensive experience, Torchinsky's writing is concise and informative about each work, highlighting...

This easy method for reading and counting music rhythm patterns was written to help the many persons who love to play music or sing, but were never taught how to count musically. This is one of the reasons so many instruments sit idle in...

""Music Literature Outlines, Series 1: Music In The Middle Ages And Renaissance"" by Harold Gleason is a comprehensive guide to the music of the Middle Ages and Renaissance periods. The book is aimed at music students and enthusiasts who want to gain a thorough...

Updated to include 50 additional grooves, this encyclopedic book and two-CD set contains more than 450 musical examples in standard notation, showing grooves and practical variations. Overviews of the history and development of almost all popular music styles are covered alongside innumerable helpful performance...

Strum a tune on your ukulele--no Hawaiian shirt required! Picture it now: the sun sets over the shimmering sea, and, as the beach bar falls quiet, you begin strumming Queen Liliuokalani's "Aloha 'Oe" to a mesmerized crowd. ... Okay, while this doesn't happen every...

Wail on your harmonica! The harmonica is one of the most popular and versatile instruments in the world. There are several reasons harmonicas are awesome--you can play them anywhere, they're inexpensive, and you can show off in dozens of musical styles. The friendly and...

Here's the quick way to get pickin' with the best of 'em The banjo is both a staple of old-time music and an instrument that makes frequent cameos in today's chart toppers. Whatever your musical leanings, Banjo For Dummies will show you how to...

Learn how fretting and picking can entertain friends! The mandolin is making a big comeback among music enthusiasts. A longtime staple of bluegrass, folk, jazz, and country music, this fast-pickin' favorite featured heavily in traditional music from around the world is now seeing a...

Breathe the blues into your harmonica! Blues harmonica is the most popular and influential style of harmonica playing, and it forms the basis for playing harmonica in other styles such as rock and country. Blues Harmonica for Dummies gives you a wealth of content...

As seen on public television stations nationwide, a revolutionary new approach to playing non-classical music on the piano. Have you ever wished you could play the piano Well, now you can! Scott "The Piano Guy" Houston teaches you to play the way the pros...

The Wind Band: Its Literature And Technique is a comprehensive guide written by Richard Franko Goldman, a renowned conductor and composer in the field of wind band music. The book explores the history, development, and techniques of wind band music, from its origins in...

""Gregorian Chant and Medieval Hymn Tunes in the Works of J.S. Bach"" by John Bosco Connor is a comprehensive study of the influence of Gregorian chant and medieval hymn tunes in the music of Johann Sebastian Bach. The book explores the historical and musical...

(Berklee Guide). Learn to engage, excite, captivate and expand your audience These practical techniques will help you to communicate with your listeners on a deeper, more interactive level. As you do, the concert experience will become more meaningful, and the bond between you and...

Author: Tim CranmoreISBN-10: 1904846378ISBN-13: 9781904846376Publisher: Peacock PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/07/2013Pages: 82Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.36lbsSize: 9.69h x 7.44w x 0.17d

Unlock The Secrets of Diminished Scale Soloing for Guitar Tired of the same old guitar scales, licks, and patterns? Want more depth and sophistication in your soloing? The mysterious world of diminished scales can be scary musical territory, and one often unexplored by guitarists......