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,...

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,...

Performing Ethnomusicology is the first book to deal exclusively with creating, teaching, and contextualizing academic world music performing ensembles. Considering the formidable theoretical, ethical, and practical issues that confront ethnomusicologists who direct such ensembles, the sixteen essays in this volume discuss problems of public...

Marginalized Voices in Music Education explores the American culture of music teachers by looking at marginalization and privilege in music education as a means to critique prevailing assumptions and paradigms. In fifteen contributed essays, authors set out to expand notions of who we believe...

Music Education: Source Readings from Ancient Greece to Today is a collection of thematically organized essays that illuminate the importance of music education to individuals, communities and nations. The fourth edition has been expanded to address the significant societal changes that have occurred since...

(Berklee Guide). Learn the essential techniques for playing classical guitar. These exercises and demonstrations will help you to develop ease of motion, efficiency, coordination, tone, control over dynamics and color, melodic connection and harmonic balance while preventing injury. Techniques for each hand are discussed...

(Berklee Methods). Available for more than a dozen instruments, these coordinated method books teach how to play in a rock band. Learn what all the great musicians seem to know intuitively how to listen, interact and respond, improvise, and become part of the groove....

(Music Sales America). This exciting book/CD pack features detailed diagrams and information aimed at beginners and includes a matching CD with all the music examples and tunes played by professional musicians.Author: Jason A. ShulmanISBN-10: 0825615941ISBN-13: 9780825615948Publisher: Amsco MusicLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/01/1996Pages: 44Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.44lbsSize: 11.96h...

Author: Altes HenriISBN-10: 0793554225ISBN-13: 9780793554225Publisher: Schirmer G BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/01/1986Pages: 100Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.75lbsSize: 11.80h x 8.90w x 0.30d

Best Blues Solos provides a variety of pieces that range in style from the so called country blues of the old American South, to contemporary compositions written inthe blues style. Guitarists will also find arrangements of well-known bluesstandards such as St. Louis Blues and...

The Ultimate Beginner Series has helped thousands of aspiring musicians begin experiencing the fun of playing music in the simplest, most direct manner possible. This book and DVD set is perfect for beginning students, those changing from another instrument, or as a refresher course...

Concerts flourished in London during the second half of the eighteenth century as never before. Enterprising promoters developed subscription series around the new symphony orchestra, and the lucrative environment attracted both Mozart and Haydn, whose last twelve symphonies were written for London. This book...

Teach viola with the popular Suzuki Viola School. The Suzuki Method(R) of Talent Education is based on Shinichi Suzuki's view that every child is born with ability, and that people are the product of their environment. According to Shinichi Suzuki, a world-renowned violinist and...

(Guitar Method). A Modern Method for Guitar, by William Leavitt, is one of the world's most popular guitar methods and is the basic text for Berklee College of Music's guitar program. It has stood the test of time and earned a vast and loyal...

Over 600 chords and voicings for all 12 keys Alfred's Mini Music Guides provide essential information in a convenient size. Take these books anywhere you want to go. With 600 unique chords and chord voicings for all 12 keys, Piano Chord Dictionary is the...

(Play Like). Study the trademark songs, licks, tones, and techniques of blues juggernaut Joe Bonamassa. This comprehensive book and audio teaching method provides detailed analysis of his guitars, techniques, styles, songs, licks, riffs, and much more. You'll learn everything you need to know about...

This second volume of Professional Piano Teaching is designed to serve as a basic text for a second-semester or upper-division piano pedagogy course. It provides an overview of learning principles and a thorough approach to essential aspects of teaching intermediate to advanced students. Special...

If you want to play the guitar, but don't want to play a zillion chords, this is the book for you! Includes music, tab and lyrics to 33 familiar bluegrass, old-time, folk and gospel songs, each with only TWO CHORDS.Author: Wayne ErbsenISBN-10: 1883206774ISBN-13: 9781883206772Publisher:...

(Percussion). This book will help the intermediate to advanced drummer achieve a more efficient and complete practice routine. Includes exercises designed to organize skills into a streamlined percussion workout, focusing on polyrhythms and independent coordination.Author: Jon BelcherISBN-10: 0793542146ISBN-13: 9780793542147Publisher: Drum Center PublicationsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/01/1994Pages:...

Author: Kris LennoxISBN-10: 1783059540ISBN-13: 9781783059546Publisher: Music SalesLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/01/2015Pages: 120Format: OtherWeight: 0.90lbsSize: 11.90h x 9.00w x 0.40d

(Chord Buddy). This songbook features 60 holiday songs color-coded for playing with the unique ChordBuddy device: Away in a Manger * The Chipmunk Song * Deck the Hall * The First Noel * Frosty the Snow Man * Go, Tell It on the Mountain...

This is the ideal beginner's book, presenting the basics of the 5-string banjo in a way that is both fun and easy. Janet Davis takes you on an extensive tour of this instrument's fundamental techniques, as well as some intermediate possibilities including rolls, chords,...

Author: Juan Antonio MuroISBN-10: 0786686685ISBN-13: 9780786686681Publisher: Mel Bay Publications, Inc.Language: EnglishPublished: 09/23/2015Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 11.60h x 8.70w x 0.20d

Author: Miles OkazakiISBN-10: 0786686030ISBN-13: 9780786686032Publisher: Mel Bay Publications, Inc.Language: EnglishPublished: 02/25/2015Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.25lbsSize: 11.70h x 9.00w x 0.50d

(Chord Buddy). No more sore fingers or cramped hands play your favorite songs with just one finger, or remove one tab at a time to learn the chords yourself with the ChordBuddy, the world's best guitar learning system This songbook features 30 pop favorites,...

(Chord Buddy). Play your favorite praise and worship songs while you learn to play the guitar with the world's best guitar learning system, the ChordBuddy This songbook includes 60 timeless Christian tunes in color-coded arrangements that correspond to the device colors: Awesome God *...

(Willis). Book 2 of a classic, comprehensive step-by-step course specifically designed to suit the needs of children beginning the piano. Includes: colorful characters and illustrations * writing exercises * sight reading drills * review work * teacher/parent accompaniments * and more Our latest edition...

(Faber Piano Adventures ). The 2nd Edition Level 2A Lesson Book follows Piano Adventures Level 1. The book opens with a Note Reading Guide and an introduction to eighth note rhythm patterns. Students work with 5-finger transposition, functional harmony, and musical phrases. Exploration of...

(Chord Buddy). No more sore fingers or cramped hands play your favorite songs with just one finger, or remove one tab at a time to learn the chords yourself with the Chord Buddy, the world's best guitar learning system! This songbook features 60 songs...

(Faber Piano Adventures ). The 2nd Edition Performance Book is a solo collection of 28 effective pieces that reinforce the concepts presented in the Primer Lesson and Theory Books. Fanciful lyrics, colorful artwork, and sophisticated teacher duets enrich the learning experience. Contents include: In...

This book begins with an extensive review of the chords and keys previously studied, using fresh and interesting material that will provide enjoyment as well as reinforcement. Particularly noteworthy is the systematic presentation of chords in all positions in both hands. Titles: America the...

These easy-to-read, progressive exercises by Joanne Martin develop a student's reading skills one stage at a time, with many repetitions at each stage. I Can Read Music is designed as a first note-reading book for students of string instruments who have learned to play...

(DVD). This value pack includes Tommy Igoe's Groove Essentials The Play-Along book/CD pack (06620095/$24.95) AND the Groove Essentials DVD (00320446/$24.95) for the low price of $39.95 The book serves as a play-along companion for the DVD with 88 tracks and charts and 164 groove...

(Essential Elements). Essential Elements for Band offers beginning students sound pedagogy and engaging music, all carefully paced to successfully start young players on their musical journey. EE features both familiar songs and specially designed exercises, created and arranged for the classroom in a unison-learning...

A beginning course for adults who prefer a chord approach. It teaches chords for both hands so that the student can play more than single note melodies. This course is most effective when used under the direction of a piano teacher or experienced musician....

(Faber Piano Adventures ). Adult Piano Adventures enables the adult beginner to play music for pleasure while developing musical understanding. This comprehensive "All-In-One" book includes lessons, technique, and theory in a single spiral-bound volume for ease of use. Book 1 presents the fundamentals of...

(Willis). NEW AND IMPROVED! Recently re-engraved and updated, John Thompson's Adult Piano Course was compiled with the mature student in mind. Adults have the same musical road to travel as the younger student, but the study material for a mature student will differ slightly...

This book contains the second violin part and some third violin parts written by Dr. Suzuki to selected pieces from Suzuki Violin School, Volumes 1, 2, and 3. When a student starts playing advanced pieces he may learn the second part. Contents are: Lightly...

Thirty-nine of the best songs, all chosen from Rolling Stone magazine's 500 Greatest Songs of All Time list. Fingering, lyrics, and chord symbols are included in these easy piano arrangements by Dan Coates. Titles: Baby Love (The Supremes) * Beat It (Michael Jackson) *...

A Dozen a DayThe Dozen a Day books are universally recognized as one of the most remarkable technique series on the market for all ages Each book in this series contains short warm-up exercises to be played at the beginning of each practice session,...

(Faber Piano Adventures ). Whether the adult student has just completed Book 1 or is returning to the piano after formerly playing, great pieces await in Adult Piano Adventures Book 2. This convenient "All-In-One" volume offers carefully sequenced instruction in note reading, music theory...

(Piano Method). Since the first release of this classic Schirmer edition over 100 years ago, almost anyone who has taken piano lessons for more than two years has played from The Virtuoso Pianist . Millions of copies have been sold of these progressive exercises...

(Faber Piano Adventures ). PlayTime Piano Disney brings together contemporary and classic Disney hits arranged for the Level 1 pianist. Students build confidence reading notes, intervals, and basic rhythms, all while playing inspiring songs from blockbusters including Coco, Beauty and the Beast, The Little...

(Percussion). In this, the first drum book he has written, music legend Steve Gadd presents a series of rudimental passages inspired by his experience in drum corps and his love of the rudiments. Each of the etudes is based on a classic or contemporary...

Offers ideas for teaching students to think musically. Enrich the music curriculum through classroom interaction and instruction. Appropriate for elementary through high school levels.Author: Eunice BoardmanISBN-10: 0940796627ISBN-13: 9780940796621Publisher: R & L EducationLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/1989Pages: 128Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.40lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.28d

(Harp). "Sylvia Woods has done it again! Harp Fingering Fundamentals is a must for every teacher and student. It clearly and concisely shows how to approach harp fingerings in her accessible and charming style. It will be a staple in my studio and should...

(Guitar Method). Play your favorite hits from the Beatles, Elton John, Elvis Presley, the Police, Nirvana and more The 20 songs in this book are presented in order of difficulty: All My Loving * Can You Feel the Love Tonight * Dust in the...

With Piano Accompaniment. Easy Classics for Viola is part of the Easy Classics Series, written to provide beginning to intermediate students with an enjoyable introduction to classical music. This book features 16 solos and duets in viola-friendly keys, with accompaniment. All of the pieces...