Music-Instruction & Study-Techniques

(Guitar). The 2,000 licks in this book are organized into 36 chapters. These chapters explore the different pitches, rhythms, techniques, and methods of phrasing found in blues and blues-influenced guitar solos and fills. Use these licks to deliver heavy, yet ear-catching riffs. These can...

Writing good songs is not easy-many talented musicians don't know how to do it. No matter what the obstacle might be, constructing a solid song can be an arduous process that frequently causes many musicians to give up. If you are interested in writing...

"Micah's new book serves as great inspiration & knowledge for both new and seasoned guitarists...Nicely done "-Chris Wormer Lead Guitarist for The Charlie Daniels BandThere are literally thousands of guitar chords you can learn. Knowing which ones to begin with is an absolute must...

These studies constitute an irreplaceable part of the standard study material for classical guitar. They are designed to aid in maximum development of right-hand technique.Author: Mauro GiulianiISBN-10: 0898981905ISBN-13: 9780898981902Publisher: Alfred MusicLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/01/1983Pages: 20Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.20lbsSize: 11.98h x 8.98w x 0.14d

Author: Edna Mae BurnamISBN-10: 1458416127ISBN-13: 9781458416124Publisher: Willis Music CompanyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2005Pages: 24Format: OtherWeight: 0.40lbsSize: 11.70h x 8.60w x 0.20dNot available to be shipped via Media Mail

(Willis). The iconic A Dozen a Day books have been in piano studios around the world since 1950. Written and illustrated by Edna Mae Burnam, a second-generation piano teacher, the books are universally recognized as one of the most practical technique series on the...

Proficiency as a drummer has always come from great hand dexterity. However, with the introduction of modern drumming techniques, it has become increasingly necessary to gain complete independence of both the hands and feet. With various rhythmic exercises in easy-to-read notation, 4-Way Coordination is...

(Willis). Each book in this series contains short warm-up exercises to be played at the beginning of the student's practice session. Performing these technical exercises will help develop strong hands and flexible fingers. Audio recordings of the book's exercises are available online.Author: Edna Mae...

(Willis). Each book in this series contains short warm-up exercises to be played at the beginning of the student's practice session. Performing these technical exercises will help develop strong hands and flexible fingers. This book includes access to online audio files that can be...

(Percussion). This book presents 1,001 drumset beats played in a variety of musical styles, past and present. It's ideal for beginners seeking a well-organized, easy-to-follow encyclopedia of drum grooves, as well as consummate professionals who want to bring their knowledge of various drum styles...

(Percussion). 66 Drum Solos for the Modern Drummer presents drum solos in all styles of music in an easy-to-read format. These solos are designed to help improve your technique, independence, improvisational skills, and reading ability on the drums and at the same time provide...

(Bass Builders). The low, throbbing beat of great bassists like James Jamerson, Anthony Jackson, Larry Graham, Bootsy Collins, Louis Johnson and Verdine White drove the world to the dance floor during the disco era. In this comprehensive Bass Builders book, renowned bassist Josquin des...

(Guitar Educational). 101 Guitar Tips contains invaluable guidance on everything from scales and music theory to truss rod adjustments, proper recording studio set-ups, and much more. The book also features snippets of advice from some of the most celebrated guitarists and producers in the...

For the price of less than one guitar lesson, you can learn 42 chords, music theory and professional tips that would take nearly 42 in-person guitar lessons. There are literally thousands of guitar chords you can learn. Knowing which ones to begin with is...

Go Way Beyond Traditional Guitar Lick BooksThis guitar lick compilation is different to every other guitar lick book available. It's not simply a cold list of licks, it is a breakdown of the playing styles of the world's most important guitarists. You won't just...

This theoretical book is meant to improve contemporary jazz styles techniques for all musician players of modern jazz.We will divide this book into scale exercises, arpeggio exercises, jazz line phrases as well as contemporary chord progressions. Exercises consist of jazz solos by great musicians...

(Southern Music Brass). Trumpet players/students around the world rely on this collection of studies for the development of embouchure, lip flexibility, breath control and extraordinary tonguing techniques that provide a strong base for improved performance and endurance.Author: Earl IronsISBN-10: 1581060572ISBN-13: 9781581060577Publisher: Southern Music CompanyLanguage:...

You will find 48 fingerstyle studies for solo ukulele in the book. Each study is dedicated to another task.For this reason I wrote fingering for right or left hand. Start exercising of each study firstly in slow tempo and acccelerate gradually.For a better idea,...

This book is designed to guide saxophonists of any genre towards achieving their ideal sound. Not only will pursuing this aspiration result in a more beautiful and powerful tone, but it will also promote virtuosity in other areas of technique such as the ability...

With 25 Piano Etudes in Idiomatic Styles, Dr. Bruce Dudley (Belmont University and Vanderbilt University) explores a variety of popular styles of music including jazz, rock, pop, gospel, fusion, blues, R&B, New Orleans, Afro-Cuban, samba, and bossa nova. The book addresses the stylistic, technical,...

This book contains 100 licks and patterns of the diminished scale in all transpositions. You will find famous vocabulary pieces associated with tonal jazz as well as rarely played, yet coherently constructed, patterns. This project draws from a wealth of historical and theoretical information...

Let's face it. Most kids don't want to practice the piano. And if they do find the time to practice, it's usually because their parent kept nagging them. How frustrating Piano teachers are frustrated too. It's nearly impossible to teach students new concepts when...

48 Fingerstyle Studies for Ukulele with low G. You will find 48 fingerstyle studies for solo ukulele with low G in the book. Each study is dedicated to another task. For this reason I wrote fingering for right or left hand. Start exercising of...

A unique approach to solo guitar which applies music theory, arranging, and orchestration to the guitar. The arrangements in this book make the fingerboard more accessible for the experienced player or the novice. In addition, this approach could ultimately be applied to other songs...

(Educational Piano Library). 9 Gifts for Pianists is a ground-breaking manual for piano teachers. It uses iconic figures and anatomical illustrations that effortlessly clarify principles of piano playing. It answers 9 crucial technical and musical questions about piano playing, such as "How do I...

(Willis). Edna Mae Burnam wrote these 32 short melodies in 1975, after the runaway success of the main core of the A Dozen A Day series. The book emphasizes playing in a variety of key signatures: major pieces are paired with the relative minor....

Late Beginner to Early Intermediate piano students are sure to derive much pleasure from playing this delightful book of children's music- 22 Nursery Rhymes: Techni-Arrangements for Piano (48 pages). Each piece is beautifully illustrated in colour. Nursery rhymes have been musical favourites for generations...

Late Beginner to Early Intermediate piano students are sure to derive much pleasure from playing this delightful book of 21 Nursery Rhymes Techni-Arrangements for Piano (35 pages). Each piece is beautifully illustrated in colour. Nursery rhymes have been musical favourites for generations and their...

If you're a musician, you know how hard it is to establish and keep track of a consistent and productive practice routine. 52 Weeks of Practice will help you achieve this task for one entire year. The book consist of 2 sections: The "How...

World-renowned Brazilian classical guitar virtuoso Carlos Barbosa-Lima has written: "Jeffrey Goodman's excellent book, "A Beginner's Guide to the Classical Guitar," is very well conceived, covering all the multiple aspects of guitar technique. Exercises are built in a progressive way, having a wide variety of...

80 Graded Studies for Violin, Book 1 is a must-have resource for teachers and students. Studies are an established part of every instrumentalist's training. They place technical problems in musical contexts, and can be invaluable aids for development. This study book brings together a...