Music-Instruction & Study

The Playing with Colour series introduces students to music making from the start. Coloured notation, numbered staves, as well as clear graphic illustrations for the right and left hands are presented in the beginning of each book. Thereafter, theory, rhythm, ear training, improvisation, and...

(Bass Play-Along). The Bass Play-Along series will help you play your favorite songs quickly and easily Just follow the tab, listen to the audio to hear how the bass should sound, and then play along using the separate backing tracks. The melody and lyrics...

(Faber Piano Adventures ). Good sightreading ability is a necessary skill for the developing musician. The Accelerated Sightreading Book 2 builds confident readers as students play musical variations based on their Lesson Book pieces. Theory activities help students focus on key concepts: eighth note...

(Faber Piano Adventures ). The Popular Repertoire Book combines popular hits with imaginative "Activity Pages" that explore rhythm, note reading, and theory fundamentals. Level 4 includes: Ashokan Farewell * Change the World (recorded by Eric Clapton) * The Greatest Love of All (recorded by...

(Faber Piano Adventures ). In the Level 3B Technique & Artistry Book, students learn four effective Technique Secrets to help develop fluency for early-intermediate repertoire. New etudes by Bertini, Beyer, and Czerny are used to review and apply the Secrets, leading to Artistry Magic...

(Faber Piano Adventures ). An excellent collection of symphonic and operatic works by the great composers. The pieces were chosen for their appealing melodies and rhythmic vitality. Includes: Theme from Don Giovanni (La ci darem la mano) by Mozart * Egyptian Ballet Dance (from...

(Faber Piano Adventures ). Piano arrangements of some of the great symphonic and operatic masterworks of Western music. Contents include: Aria (from the Peasant Cantata) by J.S. Bach * La Donna e Mobile (from the opera Rigoletto ) by Verdi * Largo (from the...

(Faber Piano Adventures ). PreTime Piano Kids' Songs is a collection of songs that brings special joy to children. The simplicity, humor, and charm of the selections will enhance the enjoyment of beginning piano for students and parents alike. After all, many of these...

(Guitar Educational). The Legendary Licks series presents the music of a band or artist in a comprehensive play-along package. Each book contains note-for-note transcriptions and detailed performance notes on how to play a multitude of classic licks, fills, riffs, and solos complete with recorded...

(Guitar). Teaches beginning or advanced guitarists how to master the basic musical skills of fingerpicking techniques needed to play folk, blues, fiddle tunes or ragtime on guitar. Contents: All the Good Times * Along the Rocky Road to Dublin * Barrow Street Rag *...

(Signature Licks Guitar). Study the virtuosic fingerstyle technique, bluesy expression and sophisticated phrasing of country guitar icon Jerry Reed with step-by-step breakdowns by Dave Rubin. Includes online access to full band audio demos at normal and slow speeds for download or streaming. Songs include:...

(Guitar Educational). This revolutionary approach to chord-tone soloing features a 52-week, one-lick-per-day method for visualizing and navigating the neck of the guitar. Rock, metal, blues, jazz, country, R&B and funk are covered. Topics include: all 12 major, minor and dominant key centers; 12 popular...

(Willis). Gillock's bestselling New Orleans Jazz Styles have been repertoire staples since the 1960s. This complete collection features updated engravings for all 15 original piano solos. In addition, access to orchestrated online audio files is provided. Titles: New Orleans Nightfall * The Constant Bass...

(Ensemble Collection). This classic series of duets for like instruments is recognizable to nearly everyone who has ever studied an instrument. The wealth of material supplements musical development and provides a rich experience for growing musicians. Duet playing is often a student's first form...

(String Method). A Complete Course of Study for Double Note and Chord Development Suitable for any student who has finished a first-year violin method book.Author: Harvey S. WhistlerISBN-10: 1423444906ISBN-13: 9781423444909Publisher: Rubank PublicationsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/01/1989Pages: 72Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.55lbsSize: 11.70h x 8.70w x 0.30d

(Advanced Band Method). An outlined course of study designed to follow the elementary and intermediate levels of any instructional method, the Rubank Advanced Methods are considered to be one of the gold standards of advanced instrumental study. The specially designed units provide a a...

(Advanced Band Method). An outlined course of study designed to follow the elementary and intermediate levels of any instructional method, the Rubank Advanced Methods are considered to be one of the gold standards of advanced instrumental study. The specially designed units provide a a...

(Guitar Method). This premier method for the beginning classical guitarist, by one of the world's pre-eminent virtuosos and the recognized heir to the legacy of Andres Segovia, is now available with online audio Guitarists will learn basic classical technique by playing over 50 beautiful...

MUSIC PAPER is a range of affordable manuscript paper for musicians, students, and teachers. Designs favour legibility, flexibility, and simplicity in various formats.The NoteBook - Standard Notation volume presents blank music staves with wider interlines and spacing between staves, allowing for ledger lines and...

(Music Sales America). The 30th anniversary edition of this fingerpicking instruction book will help you learn the essential techniques of virtuoso-level fingerpicking through astute exercises and 14 fun instrumentals. Included in 50 Greatest Guitar Books, this updated title from Grammy-Award winner Mark Hanson includes...

This historical survey focuses on music for piano solo but also includes important compositions for piano duet and two pianos. Scholarly yet readable, it covers the entire repertoire from the Renaissance to the late 20th century and incorporates a bibliography of 1 100 sources...

(Percussion). Among the very few truly iconic drum method books, legendary drummer Joe Morello's Master Studies is, according to Morello's own preface, not a "how-to" book, but rather a workbook of material to use in developing the hands for accenting and controlling the different...

Solos for Young Violinists is a graded series of works ranging from elementary to advanced levels representing an exciting variety of styles and techniques for violinists -- a valuable resource for teachers and students of all ages. Many of the works in this collection...

(Music Sales America). The complete music instruction package. Read the easy-to-understand instruction book and watch as an expert teacher demonstrates songs and techniques on the DVD. Includes plenty of tunes to get you started. Authored for Zone 0.Author: Hal Leonard CorpISBN-10: 0825618924ISBN-13: 9780825618925Publisher: Music...

Specifically designed to teach jazz basics to students with 1 or 2 years playing experience, but with no prior experience playing jazz. Great for individual or classroom use. Teaches the basics of swing style in a step-by-step approach using well-known songs. Improvisation is made...

This expanded edition of the acclaimed Modern Guitar Method Grade 3 contains outstanding solos, etudes, chord melody studies, scale studies and duets in the keys of A, F#m, G, D, Em, Bm, F, Dm, Bb, Gm, Eb, Cm, Ab and Fm! In addition, 2nd...

Anyone interested in learning to play mandolin can pick up this book and get started right away. This well-paced, comprehensive method covers everything from basic to advanced techniques. Beginning concepts include reading music and TAB, basic strumming patterns, alternate picking, tremolo, slides, and bluegrass...

(Guitar Recorded Versions). 16 songs from these legendary rockers, including: Animal * Armageddon It * Bringin' on the Heartbreak * Hysteria * Love Bites * Photograph * Pour Some Sugar on Me * Rock of Ages * Women * and more.Author: Def LeppardISBN-10: 0634099701ISBN-13:...

(Keyboard Instruction). This easy-to-understand book will get you playing right away and at your own pace, in the comfort of your home Teach Yourself to Play Piano covers everything from the basics of hand position and good posture to playing melodies and songs. By...

(Essential Elements). Essential Elements for Strings 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...

(Play Today Instructional Series). The ultimate self-teaching method designed to offer quality instruction, terrific songs, 72 professional-quality full-demo online audio tracks, and a 25-minute DVD. This series can be used by students of all ages who want to teach themselves, or by teachers for...

(Signature Licks Guitar). Learn the trademark riffs and solos of Joe Pass, one of the greatest guitarists in the history of jazz, with this in-depth book/online audio pack. Wolf Marshall analyzes and teaches a dozen top songs: Blues for Basie * Cavalerie * C.E.D....

Author: Hal Leonard CorpISBN-10: 1480302236ISBN-13: 9781480302235Publisher: Hal Leonard Publishing CorporationLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/21/2016Pages: 32Format: OtherWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 11.70h x 8.80w x 0.40d

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,...

John Tchicai: A chaos with some kind of order is the story of a pioneering saxophonist, composer and teacher of jazz music and improvisation, an artist who wanted his music to contribute to 'a better realization of the oneness of all beings'. Just as...

The Ultimate Chord Reference Book for 3-String Cigar Box Guitar Players. The Complete Cigar Box Guitar Chord Book is the most extensive library of chords everassembled for the 4-string cigar box guitar. Incredibly, there are thousands of possible chords withonly four strings in GDGB...

(Faber Piano Adventures ). Features new piano solos for the mid-elementary pianist from Nancy and Randall Faber, some with optional teacher duet parts. These pieces present a broad range of styles to enhance the young musician's awareness of classical, jazz, folk, and impressionistic sounds....

(Bass Instruction). Bootsy Collins Legendary Licks presents the music of funk master Bootsy Collins in a comprehensive package. In standard notation and bass tab, the book contains note-for-note transcriptions and detailed performance notes on how to play a multitude of classic licks, fills, riffs,...

(Bass Instruction). The Hal Leonard Jazz Bass Method is your complete guide to learning jazz bass. Author Matthew Rybicki guides you through the essential knowledge you need to create your own walking bass lines and improvised solos in the classic jazz style. This book,...

(Signature Licks Guitar). Learn the classic thrash metal riffs and solos of Slayer, as played by guitarists Jeff Hanneman and Kerry King. You get a step-by-step breakdown of the guitar styles and techniques used in songs including: Angel of Death * Black Magic *...

(Intermediate Band Method). One of the most widely used series of methods for individual or like-instrument class instruction. Using a very well-rounded approach including scales, arpeggios, technical studies, studies for musicianship, articulation studies, solos, duets, and studies devoted to the special needs of each...

(Willis). Thompson's popular Note Speller includes drills in notation and musical rudiments for the piano student. Notes are presented so that learning to read notes goes hand-in-hand with the student's piano lessons.Author: John ThompsonISBN-10: 1423410785ISBN-13: 9781423410782Publisher: Willis Music CompanyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/01/2005Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.25lbsSize:...

(Willis). A comprehensive step-by-step course specifically designed to suit the needs of all children beginning the piano. Includes: characters and illustrations * writing exercises * sight reading drills * review work * accompaniments * and more.Author: John ThompsonISBN-10: 0877180164ISBN-13: 9780877180166Publisher: Willis Music CompanyLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

(Essential Elements). Original series (red cover) Tailored to beginning students, Essential Elements for Strings Book 1 covers techniques such as instrument position, fingerings, and bowings while incorporating theory and history lessons throughout. Features a broad scope, comprehensive detail, great pacing, thorough reinforcement, and much...

(Essential Elements). Original series (red cover) Tailored to beginning students, Essential Elements for Strings Book 1 covers techniques such as instrument position, fingerings, and bowings while incorporating theory and history lessons throughout. Features a broad scope, comprehensive detail, great pacing, thorough reinforcement, and much...

Made famous by the legendary Jerry Byrd, the C6 tuning [CEGACE] for the non- pedal lap steel guitar has many advantages due to its versatility. The tuning isespecially useful in playing two and three-string chord combinations and for easy single-string passages. Patience, dedication and...

If everybody were to play first violin, we could not have an orchestra. Therefore respect each musician in his own place. There is no end to learning. Originally published in1850, Advice to Young Musicians: Musical Rules for Home and in Life offered composer Robert...

Music practice arguments in families are seemingly so ubiquitous that it's become a trope used in sitcoms. But it doesn't have to be this way. Your child can have a wonderful experience with music and you can enjoy watching their progress without it becoming...

Unlock the Secrets of Bebop Saxophone Licks for Jazz GuitarAre you struggling to play authentic bebop guitar? The saxophone played a pivotal role in the development of bebop - the music that revolutionised jazz and opened the door to a whole new world of...

(Faber Piano Adventures ). Features some of the most popular Christmas hits arranged to coincide with Level 3B. Contents include: The Twelve Days of Christmas * Silent Night * Christmas Music Calendar * Stuffing the Stockings (theory and review) * Coventry Carol * God...