Music-Instruction & Study

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,...

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,...

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,...

Lively Violin Tunes is a collection of 57 spirited violin solos. The selections include reels, hornpipes, jigs, sea chanteys, dance tunes and more. These violin solos are ideal for performance or just enjoyment while playing the instrument. Guitar chords are included for accompaniment, and...

The book ""Ethics And Aesthetics Of Piano Playing"" was written by Constantin Von Sternberg and was first published in 1917. This book is a comprehensive guide to the art of piano playing, covering both the technical aspects of playing the instrument and the philosophical...

Author: Kirby JacobsenISBN-10: 1513478494ISBN-13: 9781513478494Publisher: Mel Bay PublciationsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/01/2024Pages: 104Format: Paperback

The pandemic and social unrest during the year of 2020 set in motion sudden and drastic changes to how collegiate music was taught. Teachers and students experienced the most dramatic disruption in the history of the music teaching profession.This book examines the state of...

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,...

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,...

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,...

(Guitar Educational). Teach yourself to play authentic blues guitar with this book and video teaching pack Each music example in the book is taught and performed on video by author and blues historian Dave Rubin. You'll also learn many tips, techniques and tools of...

(Percussion). The exercises in Melody & Rhythm Permutations were developed to improve sight reading and improvisational skills in the advanced player. The inversions of melody and rhythm will keep the instrumentalist busy analyzing and performing these musical studies over the long haul, and a...

(Percussion). As a long-time studio musician, Emil Richards knows the importance of sight reading, and in this book has provided a superb source for those who would like to improve the skills needed to play today's music. Sight Reading for Mallets contains over 30...

What do YOU want to PLAY today? The PLAY series has nailed down what today's musician really wants: lessons you can use anytime, anywhere. They're flat-out more convenient than private lessons, and just as valuable. The high-quality video of expert instructors will help players...

This guide, written by one of the foremost interpreters of early clarinet music, is intended for all clarinetists with a desire to investigate music of earlier periods. It contains practical help on both the acquisition and playing of historical clarinets, while performers on modern...

Critiques and calls for reform have existed for decades within music education, but few publications have offered concrete suggestions as to how things might be done differently. Motivated by a desire to do just that, College Music Curricula for a New Century considers what...

Learn everything you need to know about making music with this incredibly detailed and practical guide to mastering the bass guitar.The bass guitar is a completely underrated musical instrument but it serves an extremely important function. It gives music heart and depth. Other instruments...

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,...

Sound Artistry supports musical growth, enhancing technical and expressive skills. Backed by collaborative partners and specialist teachers, this comprehensive book features lessons suitable for intermediate to advanced players with a focus on instrument-specific exercises---perfect for use after any method book to bridge the gap...

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,...

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,...

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,...

(Bass Method). The Hal Leonard Bass Method is designed for anyone just learning to play electric bass. It is based on years of teaching bass students of all ages and it also reflects some of the best bass teaching ideas from around the world....

(Guitar). The most thorough blues guitar book yet. Over 35 blues tunes covering electric blues, blues rock, country blues, fingerpicking and bottleneck blues, B.B. King and Chuck Berry styles, jazzy blues, and more. Plus positions, scales, chords, discographies and an overview of styles from...

(Instructional). Scales provide the basis for jazz improvisation and fill-ins. The scales presented in this book produce idiomatic sounds associated with many jazz styles. Boyd explores the jazz scales and examines their potential, giving the player more improvisation resources. Each chapter includes charts with...

The Complete Mandolinist is the most comprehensive American mandolin methodto be published in nearly a century. Written by Marilynn Mair, internationally acclaimed mandolinist, recording artist and teacher for over two decades, this book presents a logical approach to mandolin technique that builds on the...

(Instructional/Drum/DVD). Drawing on his experience with artists from Maynard Ferguson to Santana to Toto and Ringo Starr, Gregg Bissonette presents his highly successful approach to creating musically supportive drum parts in virtually any studio or live drumming situation. This 4-hour, 2-DVD set defines what...

The Ultimate Guide To Learning How To Master The Most Recognizable Music Instrument In Jazz. The Saxophone.If you're reading this, you've probably been exposed to jazz music in varying degrees. While it doesn't matter how you were exposed to this versatile instrument, you've decided...

(Educational Piano). This stunning new collection features 20 previously unpublished piano works by Florence Price, ranging from intermediate to early advanced. Very little of her music was published in her lifetime (1887-1953) but hundreds of never-before seen manuscripts were found in 2009. While her...

DragonScales: The Hero Levels, 25 Fantasy Etudes to Slay Evil, is a revolutionary role playing video game-inspired etude book where you, the player, are the hero in an original magical adventure fantasy. The 25 etudes and their accompanying audio play-along recordings are the soundtrack...

How to Play Dulcimer for BeginnersAre you fascinated by the soothing sounds of the dulcimer and eager to start playing?Do you want to master basic dulcimer techniques with step-by-step guidance?Looking for a comprehensive beginner's guide that makes learning the dulcimer enjoyable and effective?Ready to...

Published in 1915, The Art of the Player-Piano is a comprehensive guide to the history, technology and aesthetics of mechanical music devices. Grew's lucid prose and insightful analysis make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the cultural and social impact of technology...

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,...

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,...

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,...

If you want to learn how to read music notes, then get "How To Read Musical Notation". Want to learn how to read music notes? Want to compose your own music? Want to learn more musical symbol? If your answer is yes, then grab...

(Rock House). Designed by John McCarthy, this complete ukulele course has all the essential techniques needed to play all genres of music. Start with how to hold the ukulele for comfortable playing and fast, effective learning. Next, learn picking and strumming techniques, chords, rhythm,...

(Educational Piano Library). Greek mythology is the inspiration for this mythical triptych composed for piano solo by the masterful artist and pedagogue Christos Tsitsaros. Growing up in Cyprus, the composer was surrounded by his ancestors' cultural and intellectual heritage, and has skillfully created each...

Perfect for beginning ukulelists as well as players who want to enhance their knowledge, this book and video teaches everything you need to know to get started on the ukulele, including chords, strumming, picking, basic music theory, and reading tablature (TAB) and standard music...

(Percussion). This sequel to The New Breed is a more advanced book that teaches a method for learning total independence and creativity. It was started by Gary Chester and completed by his student Chris Adams after Gary's death. Topics covered include: cross bonuses, wac-a-chuck...

Simply Opera is a collection of arias, dances, choruses, interludes, and overtures from famous operas. These selections have been carefully arranged by Tom Gerou for Easy Piano, making them accessible to pianists of all ages. Phrase markings, articulations, fingering, pedaling and dynamics have been...

The dazzling, beautiful, and entertaining arrangements in the Dan Coates Popular Piano Library advanced collections are a welcome addition to any pianist's pop repertoire. Popular Christmas Hits is a collection classic and contemporary holiday favorites. Titles: Bethlehem Morning * Frosty the Snowman * The...

(Berklee Guide). Learn to play guitar! Develop a healthy, efficient technique, and play melodies and chords using today's most effective approaches to learning the guitar. You will explore the fretboard, master the essential skills for playing the instrument, and understand musical concepts such as...

An adept improviser can find ways forward amid impasse, agency amid oppression, and community amid division. The editors and contributors to The Improviser's Classroom present an array of critical approaches intended to reimagine pedagogy through the prisms of activism, reciprocity, and communal care. Demonstrating...

An adept improviser can find ways forward amid impasse, agency amid oppression, and community amid division. The editors and contributors to The Improviser's Classroom present an array of critical approaches intended to reimagine pedagogy through the prisms of activism, reciprocity, and communal care. Demonstrating...

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,...

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,...

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,...

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,...

Book One is a progressive set of exercises that thoroughly covers Simple and Compound Meters. Starting with basic rhythms in 4/4 time, the book immediately trains the student to play and count rhythms in 2/4, 3/4, and 5/4. The latter half does the same...