Music-Instruction & Study

(Essential Musicianship for Band). Ensemble Concepts, the highly acclaimed ensemble method by Eddie Green, John Benzer and David Bertman, is designed to help intermediate to advanced level ensembles acquire solid performance skills while also developing overall musicianship. Every aspect of ensemble development is introduced...

(Percussion). Jazz and fusion drumset pioneer Mike Clark reveals the secrets behind his funkiest grooves in this instructional book. Interviews with Mike about his prolific career playing funk, fusion and jazz are interspersed with many of his funk drumming examples and grooves. Audio is...

A group of resourceful kids start solution-seekers.com, a website where cybervisitors can get answers to questions that trouble them. But when one questioner asks the true meaning of Christmas, the kids seek to unravel the mystery by journeying back through the prophecies of the...

(Berklee Guide). Unleash the creative potential of your guitar, and express your imagination through your music! This inspiring, practical and fun approach to composing and improvising will develop your sense of dynamics, articulation, rhythm, melodic direction and musical E.S.P. Think out of the box,...

Pastors Worship Team Leaders Vocalists & Instrumentalists Sound People Do You Want Your Worship Team to . . . * get the most out of rehearsal time? * craft a professional sound, even with just a few instruments? * cultivate the 10 most important...

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,...

Author: Beppe GambettaISBN-10: 1785580787ISBN-13: 9781785580789Publisher: ChesterLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/01/2016Pages: 216Format: OtherWeight: 1.50lbsSize: 11.90h x 8.90w x 0.60d

Music Lesson Plans for Social Justice offers a fresh, innovative approach to teaching general music. This book is a timely collection of lesson plans and units that artfully blend music making with relevant issues of social justice. Particularly accessible to middle and high school...

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,...

Following the idea that you can only go as far forward as you can reach back, Wolfgang walks us through an informative and fascinating look back at the guiding principles of Orff-Schulwerk and how they developed, always with the intent to use them to...

(Guitar Educational). This all-inclusive anthology of performers and playing styles from the last 80 years is the most authoritative and comprehensive source of blues guitar available today. Through rare photos and explanations of styles, tunings and equipment, Dave Rubin gives you insight behind the...

The ability to experience thankfulness and joy can be developed, and the practice of keeping a gratitude journal will help. This guided process of self-reflection invites educators to focus on the positive aspects of being a teacher, musician, and human being. The flexible format...

Ranging from Antiquity to contemporary analytic philosophy, it provides a concise but thorough analysis of the arguments developed by some of the most outstanding philosophers of all times. Besides the aesthetics of music proper, the volume touches upon metaphysics, ethics, philosophy of language, psychology,...

(Piano Instruction). This is the ultimate book for learning and mastering all nine Western scales and modes, whether you read music or not. This book brings together the music fundamentals of scales, modes, and all 30 major and minor keys presented in easy to...

A guide, linked to an online suite of video examples, to how historical instruments influenced the composers of keyboard music, and a way to look at their scores with fresh eyes and ears. Today's pianists are expected to play music of three centuries on...

(Faber Piano Adventures ). ShowTime Piano Music from China is an exciting exploration of rhythmic dances, serene folk melodies, and original Chinese selections. The book is arranged for the elementary pianist and correlates with Level 2A in the Piano Adventures method. At this level,...

(Faber Piano Adventures ). PlayTime Piano Music from China is a musical journey featuring energetic dances, quiet folk melodies, and original Chinese pieces. The book is arranged especially for the early elementary student and correlates with Level 1 in the Piano Adventures method. At...

Brilliant, practical, and humorous conversations with one of the twentieth-century's greatest musicologists on art, culture, and the physical pain of playing a difficult passage until one attains its rewards. Throughout his life, Charles Rosen combined formidable intelligence with immense skill as a concert pianist....

(Play Today Instructional Series). A complete guide to the basics This self-teaching method offers quality instruction, terrific songs, professional-quality full-demo audio tracks and video lessons online. Simply follow the tips and lessons in the book as you listen to the teacher or watch the...

(Instructional). This method is designed for anyone just learning to play the Venova a fun, portable wind instrument with simple, recorder-like fingerings and expressive sound like a saxophone. This easy-to-use beginner's guide serves as an introduction to the Venova and its techniques, teaching you...

(Schott). Carl Orff devoted much of his life to music for children. His pioneering work continues under the guidance of teachers and educators in many countries. The five basic German volumes of "Music for Children" by Carl Orff and Gunild Keetman were published between...

The Bajo Sexto & Quinto Chord Bible, with its 1,728 chords offers a complete solution for both beginner and experienced professional musician alike. The layout is uncomplicated and follows a logical musical progression from standard major chords up to the more esoteric thirteenths used...

With 150 chords, all illustrated for easy learning, this is an essential companion for any guitarist or anyone beginning to play. Whether you're just learning guitar, brushing up on your knowledge of chords, or trying to develop songwriting skills, this guide is a must-have....

(Faber Piano Adventures ). Correlated with the 12 units of the Lesson Book, this International edition provides valuable reinforcement of theory, concepts through writing, sightreding, and ear training activities.Author: Nancy FaberISBN-10: 1616779500ISBN-13: 9781616779504Publisher: Faber Piano AdventuresLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2006Pages: 64Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 11.70h x 8.80w...

(Faber Piano Adventures ). Discover a fun-filled collection of 10 popular arrangements for the elementary pianist. Play smash hits from the biggest pop stars of today, including Ariana Grande, Maroon 5, Camila Cabello, and more. The selections are arranged to provide a smooth transition...

(Faber Piano Adventures ). Primo and secondo parts are written as equals in 5-finger positions. Melodies move from one part to the other, offering each pianist a chance to be both soloist and accompanist. Only the simplest rhythms are used. Contents include: Good King...

(Faber Piano Adventures ). Favorite folk songs and familiar melodies which provide delightful pieces for recital and group sing-along. The arrangements emphasize the student's mastery of I, IV, and V7 chords. Contents include: Skip to My Lou * The Mexican Clapping Song * Rise...

(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 & solos complete with recorded...

(Willis). 15 easy arrangements of Beethoven's most well-known musical creations for the beginning pianist. Progresses from early to later elementary level. Pieces include: Chorus of Prisoners * Eroica Symphony * Fur Elise * Minuet in G Major * Moonlight Sonata * Ode to Joy...

(Music Sales America). This contains a complete course for anyone wanting to learn how to play acoustic or electric guitar. After 20 years of teaching guitar and hearing from hundreds of thousands of followers on You Tube, Justin has realized that the majority of...

(Piano Instruction). Often, jazz pianists are called upon to play solo gigs. This book attempts to ease the transition from group to solo jazz piano playing with a step-by-step practical appraoch to learning and playing standard tunes by dissecting their component parts; melody, harmony...

(ExpressiveArts). Since 1996, World Music Drumming has transformed lives and built community through ensemble drumming, singing, moving, playing xylophones and recorders. Students have developed focus, listening, teamwork, and respect while having the best time anyone can have in school. Now in over 20,000 schools...

(Keyboard Instruction). This comprehensive book will teach you the basic skills needed to play boogie-woogie. From learning the basic chord progressions to inventing your own melodic riffs, you'll learn the theory, tools and techniques used by the genre's best practicioners. The accompanying audio accessed...

(Sitar). The Hal Leonard Sitar Method is designed for anyone just learning to play the sitar. This comprehensive and easy-to-use beginner's guide serves as an introduction to sitar and its technique, as well as the practice, theory, and history of raga music. The accompanying...

(Play Today Instructional Series). This complete guide to the basics contains everything you need to get started on the uke: in-depth instruction, terrific songs, two professional-quality CDs with full-demo tracks, and a helpful DVD Perfect for students who want to teach themselves, or for...

(Music Sales America). These are the original editions of the ever-popular instruction books for various instruments by C. Paul Herfurth. The books are packed full of lessons, illustrations, fingering charts, daily practice records, test questions, and manuscript paper for homework. Perfect for use in...

(Willis). John Thompson's Modern Course for the Piano is a musically appealing method that is well-loved throughout the world. Since its first publication in 1937, this method has been used by millions of students today they are concert pianists, pop icons, church musicians, composers,...

(Guitar Method). Learn how to play power chords using real rock songs This beginner's guide teaches riffs from rock anthems by Jimi Hendrix, Black Sabbath, the Beastie Boys, Nirvana and more. Includes: All Along the Watchtower * Buddy Holly * Fight for Your Right...

(Bass Method). This comprehensive supplement to any bass method will help students learn over 200 great bass licks, lines and grooves in many rhythmic styles. Bass Licks illustrates how simple melodic patterns can become the springboard for group improvisation or the foundation of a...

For music teachers of all instruments, The Practice Revolution takes a fresh look at the institution of practicing. It's not about how much students do. It's about how they spend that time. A long overdue look inside the practice room - what works, what...

The Michael Aaron Piano Course Lesson books have been completely re-engraved, expanded (adding more definitions of musical terms and more musical pieces), updated (with modernized artwork), and re-edited (with less emphasis on fingerings and more on note-reading).Author: Michael AaronISBN-10: 0898988519ISBN-13: 9780898988512Publisher: Alfred MusicLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

(Berklee Guide). A complete guide to playing and maintenance, this handbook offers essential information on all dimensions of the saxophone. It provides an overview of technique, such as breathing, fingerings, articulations, and more. Exercises will help you develop your sense of timing, facility, and...

(Berklee Guide). Learn deep funk/R&B guitar These hands-on exercises, licks, and technical discussions will help you play in the style of Kool and the Gang, Prince, James Brown, Sly and the Family Stone, Jimi Hendrix, Curtis Mayfield, Soulive, and other great artists, spanning from...

(Berklee Guide). Capture the authentic sounds of contemporary hip-hop/R&B with this step-by-step guide. Follow the process as a professional, self-producing artist tracks and mixes two hip-hop/R&B songs. Learn the effects, settings, and techniques used by the industry's top hip-hop/R&B producers and engineers. The DVD-ROM...

Scored by Thomas F. Heck for solo violin with classical guitar accompaniment, this collection includes pieces from Volumes 1--3 of the Suzuki Violin School. Heck, a guitarist and Suzuki parent, intended the arrangements to serve as interesting alternative accompaniments to the Violin School repertoire....

The Suzuki Method(R) of Talent Education is based on Dr. Shinichi Suzuki's view that every child is born with ability, and that people are the product of their environment. According to Dr. Suzuki, a world-renowned violinist and teacher, the greatest joy an adult can...

(Music Sales America). A compendium of more of the world's classics. A splendid array of pieces that, over the years, have captured the imagination of music lovers, as well as a variety of lesser-known pieces that are no less exquisite.Author: Hal Leonard CorpISBN-10: 0825616204ISBN-13:...

(Fast Track Music Instruction). For electric or acoustic guitar - or both Teaches music notation, tablature, Full chords and power chords, riffs, licks, and scales, and rock and blues styles. Method Book 1 includes 73 songs and examples. The accompanying audio is accessed through...

(Educational Piano Library). Piano Solos books feature original performance repertoire from 14 different composers. These inviting compositions provide ample reinforcement of skills and concepts learned in the corresponding level Piano Lessons books. The outstanding variety of musical styles makes every solo an important piece...