Folk Song Sight Singing- A series of little books of short carefully graded folk tunes beginning with the simplest passages and progressing to more difficult leaps rhythms chromatics and modulations. The later books introduce two-part sight singing.

A fresh approach for beginners featuring jazz and improvisation-Creative Clarinet is a tutor book ideal for beginner and intermediate clarinettists of all ages. Tried-and-tested pieces in a variety of contemporary styles-including rock swing funk blues and Latin-are presented alongside guidelines on the fundamentals of technique from expert teachers Kellie Santin and Cheryl Clark. As with each book in the series Creative Clarinet is accompanied by a CD featuring play-along tracks by world-class musicians. The Creative Clarinet series is perfect for those who want to play jazz rock and contemporary music while mastering the essential technical skills. Each book includes a CD with professional backings providing the student with an authentic and stylistically varied playing experience. Creative Clarinet is a tutor book ideal for beginner and intermediate clarinettists of all ages. Tried-and-tested pieces in a variety of contemporary styles-including rock swing funk blues and Latin-are presented alongside guidelines on the fundamentals of technique from expert teachers Kellie Santin and Cheryl Clark. As with each book in the series Creative Clarinet isaccompanied by a CD featuring play-along tracks by world-class musicians.

Spiral Bound- The authors' new approach to learning two playing techniques offers a systematic method for mastering the modern legato technique needed for organ music composed after 1750 as well as an articulated technique for earlier works. The authors also present useful information on accompanying anthems and solos and on adapting piano and orchestral accompaniments to the organ.

Now in its second edition A Handbook of Diction for Singers is a complete guide to achieving professional levels of diction in Italian German and French the three major languages of the classical vocal repertory. Written for English-speaking singers and offering thorough consistent explanations it is an ideal tool for students and an invaluable reference for voice teachers vocal coaches and conductors. The book combines traditional approaches proven successful in the teaching of diction with important new material not readily available elsewhere presenting the sounds of each language in logical order along with essential information on matters such as diacriticalmarks syllabification word stress and effective use of the variety of foreign-language dictionaries. Presented in an attractively concise format the book goes into greater detail than comparable texts providing specific information to clarify concepts typically difficult for English-speaking singers. Particular emphasis is placed on the characteristics of vowel length the sequencing of sounds between words as well as the differences between spoken and sung sounds in all three languages. Featuring significantly expanded coverage of each of the three languages and illustrated with numerous examples this second edition of A Handbook of Diction for Singers is an exceptional text for courses in diction and a valuable reference source for all vocalists. Attractively concise format Provides specific information to clarify concepts typically difficult for English-speaking singers

Paperback-Piano accompaniments to selected pieces in Flute Time 1

Piano Time Pieces 2 presents a sparkling selection of pieces in all styles. Here are classical and jazzy pieces folksongs and specially written tunes and songs and character pieces of all kinds. Practising the range of techniques and keys introduced in Piano Time 2 these pieces provide a wealth of enjoyable practice and repertoire material for all young pianists. Piano Time is a hugely successful series for all young beginners from the very first lesson up to around grade 3. With a complete range of carefully paced and attractive books - tutors books of pieces of all kinds duets and technique books - Piano Time is a highly enjoyable way to learn the piano. Piano Time Pieces 2 presents a sparkling selection of pieces in all styles. Here are classical and jazzy pieces folksongs and specially written tunes and songs and character pieces of all kinds. Practising the range of techniques and keys introduced in Piano Time 2 these pieces provide a wealth of enjoyable practiceand repertoire material for all young pianists. With superb illustrations throughout this is a must have companion volume to Piano Time 2.

Piano Time Duets Book 1-Duets with a Difference is an imaginative collection of duets to enjoy with a teacher or friend. Here are classical and popular duets and pieces in jazz and folk styles all playable by pupils around the level of Piano Time 2. With superb illustrations fun listening games and even the opportunity to make up your own duets Duets with a Difference is a great introduction to the joy of making music together. Part of the hugely popular Piano Time series this collection of Piano Duets is perfect for early intermediate Piano students. By including songs and pieces in many different styles from classical to jazz and folk Pauline Hall has assembled an exciting program of pieces to give young beginners early experince of duet-playing. Both Piano parts are specially arranged for friends of equal ability making practicing the Piano great fun for two!

A second book of easy pieces for cello- Cello Time is a great series for young cellists. Packed with lively original tunes easy duets and traditional pieces the books are carefully paced and organised to build confidence every step of the way. With plenty of entertaining illustrations and a CD to play along to with Cello Time it really is fun to play!

Creative Saxophone Improvising is the third book in the series and leads the student towards fluent and idiomatic improvisation using a range of skills and techniques. The book includes 16 new pieces in a range of contemporary styles each presented with warm ups scales and solo ideas or melodic variations to be used as a basis for improvising. BL For intermediate saxophonists of all ages BL Authentic and varied CD backing for all pieces includes versions for alto and tenor saxophone Creative Saxophone is an innovative series for the Saxophonist who wants to play Jazz Blues Rock and other contemporary styles whilst developing a solid technique. The idiomatic exercises and pieces encourage an awareness of authentic styles and give players the confidence to begin improvising. The book contains 16 pieces in a variety of contemporary music styles each with ideas for improvising. It also includes two authentic and varied CDs of backing tracks for all pieces with versions for both Alto and Tenor Saxophone.

Viola Time Runners is compatible with Fiddle Time Runners: all of the tunes (except the C string pieces) may be played together by viola and violin either in unison in unison with a few simple changes or with the ensemble parts provided. The book uses the finger patterns 0-12-3-4 and 0-1-2-34 and includes 'C string specials': extra pieces to give plenty of practice on the C string. Duets with parts of equal difficulty and a CD with performances of all of the pieces - bass and drums added for the jazz and rock numbers - make learning the viola fun. Piano accompaniments are provided in Runners Piano Book. Viola Time Joggers boasts no less than 33 simple yet delightful melodies that will encourage and inspire the Viola beginner. The pieces have been written and selected to offer opportunities to develop all the skills the early Viola player needs and to develop your confidence with the instrument. The book includes: Open-string pieces and tunes for finger pattern 0-1-23-4 and 0-1-2-34 All manner of styles from Rag to Flamenco A range of tuners by well-known composers including Handel and Mozart C-String Specials to give you plenty of practice on the C stringEasy duets to play with friends of your teacher Semiquavers dotted crotchets and 6/8 time A Music Fact-Finder page to help with awkward words and signs A CD is included that features full performances that you can play along to with Drums and Bass added to the Jazz and Rock numbers. Many of the tunes are also compatible with the Fiddle Time Runners collection for Violin (catalogue no.3220954) A set of straight-forward Piano accompaniments are also available (catalogue no.3221209)

In this collection you'll find fun and accessible Piano accompaniments for the 32 well-known Christmas carols and pieces featured in the Cello Time Christmas melody book. Perfect for busking school concerts or family get-togethers the Cello Time Christmas piano book offers stylish and festive accompaniments capturing the spirit and mood of the pieces. Essential for teachers and musical parents this book will help motivate all young cellists as they learn to play. In this collection you'll find fun and accessible Piano accompaniments for the 32 well-known Christmas carols and pieces featured in the Cello Time Christmas melody book. Perfect for busking school concerts or family get-togethers the Cello Time Christmas piano book offers stylish and festive accompaniments capturing the spirit and mood of the pieces. Essential for teachers and musical parents this book will help motivate all young cellists as they learn to play.

Piano Accompaniment for Viola edition-This book contains the piano accompaniments for Viola Time Runners. Characterful and easy to play these piano parts provide stylish accompaniments to all of the pieces in the pupil book. Essential for teachers and musical parents these books will help motivate all young violists as they learn to play. This book contains the piano accompaniments for Viola Time Runners . Characterful and easy to play these piano parts provide stylish accompaniments to all of the pieces in the pupil book. Essential for teachers and musical parents these books will help motivate all young violists as they learn to play.

Violinworks in two volumes is a comprehensive method for older beginners and improvers taking students from the first steps to around Grade 3 standard. The accompanying CD in each book includes performance tracks with piano string quartet or band backings plus aural exercises and downloadable PDFs of piano accompaniments. Published in two volumes Violinworks is a comprehensive Violin method created specially for older beginners and improvers. Book 1 carefully guides beginners from the very first steps to around ABRSM Grade 1 standard and book 2 continues up to ABRSM Grade 3 standard. The Violinworks approach is well-suited to self-taught violinists as well as those who have teachers. This method emphasizes the importance of good habits from day one of using your ear and of always aiming for the best sound. Each volume contains a wide selection of repertoire plus detailed descriptions and photographs to illustrate correctplaying positions. The accompanying CD includes performance tracks with Piano String Quartet or Band backings plus aural exercises and downloadable PDFs of the Piano accompaniments. There are supporting video clips and additional resources on a dedicated website making Violinworks a complete resource for anyone learning or returning to the Violin.

An addition to the Viola Time series for young viola players this book provides viola accompaniments to all of the pieces in Viola Time Sprinters. The duet part is suitable for a teacher or more advanced student and this new duet book will enhance lessons by providing an alternative accompaniment option for these popular pieces. An addition to the Viola Time series for young viola players this book provides viola accompaniments to all of the pieces in Viola Time Sprinters . The duet part is suitable for a teacher or more advanced student and this new duet book will enhance lessons by providing an alternative accompaniment option for these popular pieces.

An addition to the Viola Time series for young viola players this book provides viola accompaniments to all of the pieces in Viola Time Joggers. The duet part is suitable for a teacher or more advanced student and this new duet book will enhance lessons by providing an alternative accompaniment option for these popular pieces. An addition to the Viola Time series for young viola players this book provides viola accompaniments to all of the pieces in Viola Time Joggers . The duet part is suitable for a teacher or more advanced student and this new duet book will enhance lessons by providing an alternative accompaniment option for these popular pieces.

This fabulous collection of easy duets in jazzy and light styles is just the thing to liven up any lesson or practice session. Expertly written for students around the level of Piano Time 2 these stylish and toe-tapping duets provide accessible and fun material for all young jazz players. There are duets in a huge range of styles from an energetic boogie to a moody blues and lively samba as well as music to waltz groove tango and rock'n'roll to and pieces to sing along with. Piano Time Jazz Duets 1 is a fabulous collection of pieces in jazzy and light styles. Carefully written for students around the level of Piano Time 2 these stylish and toe-tapping duets provide accessible and fun material for all young jazz players. Here are duets in all kinds of styles from energetic boogie to a moody blues and lively samba as well as music to waltz groove and rock 'n' roll to and pieces to sing along with. Wittily illustrated this is a must-have collection for all teachers and pupils looking for fresh and original duet repertoire.

This book contains the piano accompaniments for Viola Time Joggers. Characterful and easy to play these piano parts provide stylish accompaniments to all of the pieces in the pupil book. Essential for teachers and musical parents these books will help motivate all young violists as they learn to play. This book contains the piano accompaniments for Viola Time Joggers . Characterful and easy to play these piano parts provide stylish accompaniments to all of the pieces in the pupil book. Essential for teachers and musical parents these books will help motivate all young violists as they learn to play.

A second book of easy pieces for violin-Fiddle Time is a great series for young violinists. Packed with lively original tunes well-known pieces and easy duets the series is carefully paced and organized to build confidence every step of the way. This new edition still contains all your favourite pieces back by popular demand plus 5 new pieces a brand new CD and fantastic new illustrations. Fiddle Time Runners follows Fiddle Time Joggers providing a further collection of easy pieces for Violin. Packed with lively original tunes well-known pieces and easy duets the Fiddle Time series is carefully paced and organized to build confidence every step of the way. The new editions contain all your favourite pieces from the previous books back by popular demand. fantastic new cover illustrations by Martin Remphry new colour cartoons throughout Joggers and Runners a modern fresh design exciting new play-along CDs for Joggers and Runners with multi-instrumental backings and otherimprovements additional 'practice speed' (slower) play-along tracks

Folk Song Sight Singing- A series of little books of short carefully graded folk tunes beginning with the simplest passages and progressing to more difficult leaps rhythms chromatics and modulations. The later books introduce two-part sight singing.

A fresh approach for beginners featuring jazz and improvisation-Creative Clarinet is a tutor book ideal for beginner and intermediate clarinettists of all ages. Tried-and-tested pieces in a variety of contemporary styles-including rock swing funk blues and Latin-are presented alongside guidelines on the fundamentals of technique from expert teachers Kellie Santin and Cheryl Clark. As with each book in the series Creative Clarinet is accompanied by a CD featuring play-along tracks by world-class musicians. The Creative Clarinet series is perfect for those who want to play jazz rock and contemporary music while mastering the essential technical skills. Each book includes a CD with professional backings providing the student with an authentic and stylistically varied playing experience. Creative Clarinet is a tutor book ideal for beginner and intermediate clarinettists of all ages. Tried-and-tested pieces in a variety of contemporary styles-including rock swing funk blues and Latin-are presented alongside guidelines on the fundamentals of technique from expert teachers Kellie Santin and Cheryl Clark. As with each book in the series Creative Clarinet isaccompanied by a CD featuring play-along tracks by world-class musicians.