Music-Instruction & Study

Christmas Music for Easy Mandolin is now available as Volume One and Volume Two. Each song in both volumes is arranged in four ways: 1. Single-note melody with tablature (easy).2.Unique Chord-melody with tablature (more advanced).3. Single-note melody with only standard notation.4. Unique Chord-melody with...

(Educational Piano). 10 great pop piano solo arrangements, each with fun technical warm-ups They complement the famous Fingerpower series but are also useful as motivating supplements to any method and in any learning situation. Titles: Blackbird * Defying Gravity * I Feel the Earth...

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(Instrumental Jazz). Mike Steinel's follow-up book to his popular Essential Elements for Jazz Ensemble features a wealth of instructional material that can be used in a full band setting or individually. After a brief review of style basics, this comprehensive method includes a section...

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(Education Piano Lib French Ed). Book 4 expands on the related five-finger patterns learned in Book 3 to introduce the scales of C Major, A Minor, G Major, and E Minor. Chord progressions in close position are also presented in each of these keys....

The Colombian Tiple Chord Bible, with its 2,880 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 by many...

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(Misc). An approach based on self-learning and recognition of rhythmic and melodic patterns. Original tunes rather than abstract sight-reading exercises. 195 carefully graded pieces in a range of musical styles. Eight sections related to the technical development of the oboist, with tunes using three...

In Music Teachers' Values and Beliefs, Dwyer investigates the relationships between teachers, learners and music in music classrooms. Using Bourdieu's concepts of habitus and doxa as an interpretive lens, the book explores the values and beliefs of four music teachers, depicted in richly detailed...

(Piano Instruction). If you're new to the piano, you're probably eager to learn some chords to play along with your favorite songs. This one-of-a-kind collection features accessible, must-know piano chords and progressions used in famous pop, rock, hip-hop, R&B, gospel, blues, and folk tunes....

Due to the popularity of our first book, we have decided to release new dot books with fun and unique covers. This drill book for marching bands is meant to be used on the field by the student while learning their sets. Each page...

This book, along with others in its series, is designed to develop overall music reading skills. It offers a way for musicians to develop their reading skills without having to resort to method books. The book is divided into two sections: The first is...

(Guitar Method). The Hal Leonard Bluegrass Guitar Method is your complete guide to learning bluegrass guitar. This book uses excerpts from popular bluegrass songs to teach you the basics of rhythm and lead playing in the styles of Doc Watson, Tony Rice, Maybelle Carter,...

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This affordable QWIKGUIDE offers 43 traditional fiddle solos in standard notation with chord symbols. Selections include: Arkansas Traveler; Back Up and Push; The Blarney Pilgrim; Beaumont Rag; Bill Cheatham; Billy in the Lowground; Blackberry Blossom; Bonaparte's Retreat; Cotton-eyed Joe; Cripple Creek; Down Yonder; Dill...

Investigation of the role of music in early life and learning has been somewhat fragmented, with studies being undertaken within a range of fields with little apparent conversation across disciplinary boundaries, and with an emphasis on pre-schoolers' and school-aged childrens' learning and engagement. The...

My Recollections is a fascinating memoir by Harry Villiers Barnett, a British journalist who spent much of his life reporting on the arts and culture of Paris. The book provides a unique and insightful perspective on the cultural landscape of Paris during the late...

Garcilaso de la Vega, a Peruvian writer of the 16th century, writes about the Inca civilization in this epic book. This narrative includes histories of the Incas as well as detailed accounts of the Spanish conquest of Peru. This book is a must-read for...

(Guitar). More than 20 great exercises are included to strengthen your playing. Features full-color designs and clear diagrams that serve as an instant reference.Author: Hal Leonard CorpISBN-10: 0634084143ISBN-13: 9780634084140Publisher: Hal Leonard Publishing CorporationLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2004Pages: 1Format: OtherWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 4.25h x 24.50w x 4.25dNot available...

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(Faber Piano Adventures ). Promotes enthusiasm for sightreading through unique "Sightreading Stocking Stuffers." Contents include: Angels We Have Heard on High * Deck the Halls * Good King Wenceslas * Jingle Bells * Joy to the World * O Come, All Ye Faithful *...

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The book "Guitar Shapes Navigator" deals with the determination of the positions of characteristic points, lines, distances and shapes of parts of the guitar as a whole. In contrast to technical drawings, "Guitar Shapes Navigator" does not use classic dimensions, but mainly the coordinates...

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(Percussion). Designed as a companion to Todd Sucherman's award-winning first DVD release, Methods and Mechanics, this book sheds new light on the playing and concepts of one of the most exciting drummers of our time. Built around note-for-note transcriptions by drummer/educator Brad Schlueter, the...

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,...

(Vocal Instruction). Sight-Reading for Young Singers is a fun, easy collection of songs to help kids bridge the gap between singing by "ear" and reading notes. The lessons are easy to follow and present just one concept at a time, using audio, simplified notation...

This unique book offers a fascinating insight into the musical and poetic traditions of the Welsh bards. It includes a collection of relics that have been preserved through tradition and authentic manuscripts, along with variations for various instruments. It is a must-read for anyone...

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,...

(Percussion). Learn about the wonderfully rich music which is derived from the fusion of the cultures of West-Africa, Europe, and the indigenous Indian cultures of the Caribbean region with this book/online audio pack. Most of the rhythms presented here have evolved from their original...

(Music Sales America). Buddy Rich's Modern Interpretation of Snare Drum Rudiments contains a systematic course for the beginner, and is a great value to the teacher and professional who wishes to increase his knowledge of rudiments. In addition to the elementary principles of music,...

(Music Sales America). Master the basics of hand position, note reading, scales, melody and chords as you step into the exciting world of piano playing. A complete guide to getting a good start at the piano. The accompanying CD contains all of the music...

This book and video will take you from basic concepts in blues guitar through performance level blues solos and techniques. Chapters include: Notation and Tablature, Time Values, Strumming, Blues Techniques, The Blues Progression, Open String Power Chords, Barre Chords, Blues Turnarounds, Blues Fill-Ins, The...

(Educational Piano Library). This handy and thorough guide is designed to help the independent piano teacher in all aspects of running his/her own studio. Whether it be business practices such as payment plans, taxes, and marketing, or teaching tips involving technique, composition, or sight...

(Bass Instruction). Grammy nominee and fretless bass pioneer Bunny Brunel teams up with bestselling author and session bass player Josquin des Pres to offer the first book/online audio tutorial dedicated solely to the development of skills on the fretless bass. Covers: fingering and intonation...

(Percussion). This book with access to online audio is designed for drummers of all styles and levels, as well as recording engineers and producers. It contains step-by-step instructions along with over 35 professional photos that allow you to see the tools and tuning techniques...

(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...

(Southern Music Woodwind). This second volume of David Hite's Melodious and Progressive Sudies has become part of the standard teaching repertoire for all saxophone players/students. It includes: 16 Caprices (Gambaro); 14 Etudes from Op. 37 (Dont); 6 Studies for the Development of the Tongue;...

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,...

Scale Fluency - Major Scale Modes will give you the complete picture for any major scale mode in any key across the entire guitar neck. In essence, it's a practice method that ties all those loose ends together that you may have picked up...

This is the first dedicated study of the musical patronage of Roman baronial families in the sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries. Patronage - the support of a person or institution and their work by a patron - in Renaissance society was the basis of...

(Fretted). 18 favorites, each presented in two versions: a simple lead sheet arrangment with melody, lyrics and chords; and an advanced solo arrangement that combines the melody and accompaniment. Includes: Adeste Fideles * Deck the Halls * The First Noel * Good King Wenceslas...

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(Do It Yourself). Have you always wanted to play flute? There's no need to wait any longer! With Do-It-Yourself Flute, you will have all the tools you need to teach yourself to make those dreams come true: clear, written instruction; video instruction and demonstration;...

Full of rich, detailed, watercolor illustrations, Kaleidoscopes Book 1 opens a magical world for the beginning violinist.The revolutionary method synthesizes Montessori, Suzuki, and Kod疝y philosophies into a flexible, robust and joyful approach. Genuine folk songs encourage singing and connect children to the heritage of...

Take your music to the next level with Prosonic Charts, a new series of cutting-edge books designed to give your playing a boost Fretboard Chord Charts for Guitar will expand your tonal color palette, giving you more ways to express yourself through the guitar.Imagine...

(Guitar Method). Strum along with your favorite hits This third edition is correlated to work with any guitar method book 1. The songs are presented in order of difficulty beginning with simple three- and four-note tunes and ending with songs that contain many chords,...