Music-Instruction & Study

(Guitar Educational). Expand your guitar knowledge with the Guitar Lesson Goldmine series Featuring 100 individual modules covering a giant array of topics, each lesson in this Blues volume includes detailed instruction with playing examples presented in standard notation and tablature. You'll also get extremely...

(Bass Method). Bass for Kids is a fun, easy course that teaches children to play bass guitar faster than ever before. Excerpts from popular songs such as "Crazy Train," "Every Breath You Take," "A Hard Day's Night" and "Wild Thing" keep kids motivated, and...

(Instructional). The Hal Leonard Irish Bouzouki Method is designed for anyone just learning to play the Irish bouzouki. This comprehensive and easy-to-use beginner's guide focuses on teaching the basics of the instrument as well as accompaniment techniques for a variety of Irish song forms....

(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...

(Brass Method). These excellent studies are the next step for students who have completed the advanced level method for their instrument. The full-page etudes in this series, key-centered and supported by scale and arpeggio exercises, take the student to that next level of performance...

(Willis). Burnam composed this collection of piano pieces to correlate directly with her Step by Step piano course method. Prefixed to each piece is an indication of the exact page of Step by Step at which a selection from Pieces to Play may be...

(Percussion). "In many respects, this book picks up where the original Master Studies left off. Some of the material shown here is more difficult than that found in the first book. Like Master Studies, it's a workbook of material to use in developing the...

This book offers both philosophical and practical ways to teach music through language and enhance literacy programs with music. It includes. 48 tried-and-true activities for preschool age through upper elementary.. Lesson plans usable by both music and classroom teachers.. A sequential development from phonemes...

(Educational Piano). The definitive source for blues riffs and licks Features performance notes for and accompanying audio examples of fills and embellishments, turnarounds, tags and licks in the style of Ray Charles, Dr. John, Professor Longhair, and Johnny Johnson.Author: Ed BakerISBN-10: 0895249294ISBN-13: 9780895249296Publisher: Cherry...

(Berklee Guide). Acclaimed jazz multi-instrumentalist Rob Thomas brings a fresh look at violin scales for the modern age. Chapters in this book cover: * Single-String Frames * Four-String Frames * Mode and Arpeggio Exercises * Using Play-Along Accompaniment * and more Play-along audio tracks...

(Berklee Guide). Learn ten jazz guitar standards, arranged for solo guitar. These performance-ready arrangements demonstrate different ways to interpret jazz standards and render them for solo guitar performance. Each includes a technical introduction from the arranger, discussing his motivations and identifying some of the...

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...

These etudes must be used along with the Suzuki Violin School to learn and master different positions. Dr. Suzuki recommends that first position etudes be started when the student is working on Volume 2. The student should always be careful that fingers are placed...

(Music Sales America). Shows you all you need to know in order to start playing this enjoyable instrument. Simple explanations backed up by superb photographs.Author: Fred SokolowISBN-10: 0825603056ISBN-13: 9780825603051Publisher: Music SalesLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/1992Pages: 64Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.26lbsSize: 12.00h x 4.50w x 0.20d

(Instrumental Jazz). Designed to teach jazz basics to students with 1-2 years playing experience (but no prior experience playing jazz), Essential Elements for Jazz Ensemble is great for individual or classroom use. * Teaches the basics of swing style in a step-by-step approach, using...

(Guitar Educational). Finally, a guitar method solely for south paws This comprehensive book covers: chords, scales, riffs and strumming; rock, blues, fingerpicking and other styles; tuning, theory and other fundamentals; reading standard notation and tab; and lots more. Includes lots of photos, diagrams and...

(Guitar Educational). This fascinating new book will let you explore the music of one of the 20th century's most influential musicians. For the first time ever, saxophonist Charlie Parker's legendary "heads" and improvised solos have been meticulously adapted for the guitar in standard notation...

(Pace Piano Education). Kinder-Keyboard helps young children (ages 5-6) develop elementary keyboard skills by singing, creating, listening, and writing as they explore melody, harmony, and rhythm. Graphics facilitate the development of reading skills and a variety of activities peak the interest of every student.Author:...

(Educational Piano Library). This collection of favorite children's pops is the perfect book for any beginning piano student. Correlates directly to Piano Lessons Book 1. Each song includes an optional teacher accompaniment. Fully orchestrated CD disks are available separately. The CDs have a practice...

(Educational Piano Library). Spike, Party Cat and friends guide the student through fun and creative assignments that introduce the language of music and its symbols for sound, silence, and rhythm. Ear training and basic theory exercises help students learn to write and play the...

(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 in...

(Guitar Method). Contents: All Through the Night * Allegretto (Giuliani) * Allegretto, Op. 44, No. 8 (Sor) * Alman (16th C.) * Amusement, Op. 18, No. 3 (Horetzky) * Andante (Sor) * Andante, Op. 6 (Molino) * Andantino (Sor) * Andantino (Carulli) * Andantino,...

(Banjo). The Hal Leonard Banjo Method 2nd Edition is the newly updated and revised version of the original classic method. This comprehensive and easy-to-use beginner's guide is designed for anyone just learning to play bluegrass-style 5-string banjo. Inside you'll find loads of techniques, tips,...

The book that started the Essential Elements Band Method features music history right in the book, band arrangements, Dr. Tim parent letter, quizzes, and a rhythm-based sequence. Effective pedagogy, a logical sequence of skills, innovative parental communication tools, multicultural songs, duets and full band...

Author: Madeline MacNeilISBN-10: 0786693258ISBN-13: 9780786693252Publisher: Mel Bay Publications, Inc.Language: EnglishPublished: 11/13/2015Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.62lbsSize: 11.60h x 8.60w x 0.20d

Johann Friedrich Burgmuller (1806-1874) published several albums of piano studies that have become standard works. This collection consists entirely of 25 Progressive Pieces, Op. 100. Mr. Schaum has renamed some of the exercises with appealing titles and purposely abridged some of the exercises thereby...

Learn the basics of digital recording, each step of the signal path, and everything from microphone placement to mixing strategy through the eyes and ears of The Immortal" Roger Nichols, master engineer. From scientifically analyzing the differences between condenser, ribbon, and dynamic microphones, to...

Sound Innovations for Concert Band, Book 2 continues your student's musical journey by teaching with a complete review of Book 1, and a segmented presentation of new concepts while introducing ensemble playing. Following the unique Sound Innovations organization, the band method contains levels, each...

Beginner's Guide to Electric Guitar is all you need to start playing electric guitar. With an easy-to-understand and down-to-earth tone, this book gets to the important stuff first and doesn't bog you down with all the details. Learn all about the different types of...

Sittin' In with the Big Band, Vol. II is more than just a fun play-along kit. This book and audio set features 10 big band charts written at the intermediate level. It provides an opportunity to play along with a professional jazz ensemble and...

Recognized for over 50 years as the best-paced and most comprehensive guitar method available, Alfred's Basic Guitar Method has introduced over 3 million beginners to the joy of playing guitar. This updated and expanded edition features a new layout, making it easier to read...

Welcome to the Beginning Ukulele Fingerstyle Songbook. This songbook is perfect for the beginning ukulele player ready to break out of strumming songs and explore the world of fingerstyle ukulele. The goal of the Beginning Ukulele Fingerstyle Songbook is to help you master essential...

This brand new collection of tunes will add some new life into your current collection. Each tune includes standard musical notation, as well as suggested activities that are sequenced according to Dr. Edwin E. Gordon's Music Learning Theory. A companion digital resource pack is...

(Ukulele Ensemble). The songs in this collection are playable by any combination of ukuleles (soprano, concert, tenor or baritone). Each arrangement features the melody, a harmony part, and a "bass" line. Chord symbols are also provided if you wish to add a rhythm part....

A Guide to Library Research in Music introduces students to the process and techniques for researching and writing about music. It provides examples of different types of writing, offers a thorough introduction to music literature, describes various information-searching methods and library-based organizational systems, and...

(Music Sales America). This book presents a clear and direct path to experiencing the feel of pulse and rhythm. The exercises are fun and mentally challenging while incorporating the use of our physical selves for a whole body experience of music. Todd Isler has...

"Chords for Kids" is a handy resource for children and early learners of guitar and keyboard. Chords are one of the most important ways that children can learn about music. They provide a fast route into playing with others and encourage a feeling for...

(Music Sales America). Within Sevcik's School of Violin Technique, the Op. 7 series focuses on studies preparatory to the shake and development in double-stopping, for the slightly advanced pupil. Includes 28 exercises in the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th positions.Author: Otakar SevcikISBN-10: 1847721702ISBN-13:...

Dinner parties a bit tame? Tired of hearing the same old playlists? Liven up your evenings with these hilarious after-dinner sound and music experiments. Musical Experiments for After Dinner includes 21 techniques each illustrated by a handsome card including step-by-step instructions and presented in...

(Music Sales America). Step-by-step pictures take you from first day exercises to playing along with a backing track Absolute Beginners has been designed to tell you everything you need to know from the very first time you pick up your saxophone. In one great...

(Percussion). Taking Center Stage is the definitive print retrospective and musical documentation of the career of one of the greatest rock drummers of all time, Neil Peart of Rush. Originally conceived as a companion to the groundbreaking 2011 3-disc DVD set of the same...

(Willis). Level 5 of 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: 1458491188ISBN-13: 9781458491183Publisher: Willis...

(Music Sales America). As Reilly did with Volumes 1 and 2 of The Harmony of Bill Evans, he now explores the harmony of Dave Brubeck through extensive writings, music examples, and audio examples as well. Fans of Brubeck and students of all jazz styles...

Author: Carl CzernyISBN-10: 1458426696ISBN-13: 9781458426697Publisher: G. Schirmer, Inc.Language: EnglishPublished: 11/01/1986Pages: 64Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.45lbsSize: 11.70h x 8.70w x 0.30d

(Schirmer Performance Editions). The more advanced of Czerny's best-known exercises, this set emphasizes the development of rapid passage work for both hands. Includes historical and performance notes, easy-to-read new music engraving and audio demonstrating possible tempos to which students may aspire. Schirmer Performance Editions...

(Music Express Books). First, We Sing Songbook One is a collection of twenty children's songs, rhymes and games from around the world. Whether you are looking for new songs to add to your repertoire, or for new ways to teach familiar favorites, FIRST, WE...

(Ukulele). This comprehensive, easy-to-use beginner's guide by uke master Lil' Rev is designed for anyone just learning to play baritone ukulele. It teaches: tuning; music reading and tablature; melody playing; chords & scales; strumming; tremolo; the history of the instrument; and much more Students...

(Guitar Educational). The term 12-bar blues has become synonymous with blues music and is the basis for an incredible body of jazz, rock 'n' roll, and other forms of popular music. This book/2-CD/DVD package is solely devoted to providing you with all the technical...

(Guitar Educational). In any music style, there are essentials scales, licks, chords, etc. Jazz Guitar Chords teaches you the must-know chords that will get you swinging in no time. You won't get bogged down with tons of details. Rather, you'll be armed with many...

New Solution for beginners Learn piano in MINUTES with this unique illustrated guide. * Wish you knew the basics? * Don't have a lot of extra time (or patience)? Fast & fun tutorial - easy learning tricks + memory tips Quick visuals - so...