CD Edition-This easy and fun approach to learning the Piano has a modern look with clear and straight-forward layouts plus amusing new characters who help emphasise the information being taught. As new notes are introduced the pupil is given the opportunity to play examples in which only one hand is required. Each book of the course contains its own writing exercises sightreading drills review work and later technical studies. Accompaniments for teacher or parent are supplied with most of the examples. The accompanying online audio is a wonderful tool for enhancing this method with highly acclaimed midi-orchestrated backingtracks. Practice becomes so much fun! Each track is split to enable the pupil to hear both Piano part and accompaniment if the balance is centred the accompaniment without Piano if the balance is to the left and the Piano part alone if the balance is all the way to the right. There are also two tempos for each song allowing slower practice while it's needed - an ideal accompaniment for learning!This easy and fun approach to learning the Piano has a modern look with clear and straight-forward layouts plus amusing new characters who help emphasise the information being taught. As new notes are introduced the pupil is given the opportunity to play examples in which only one hand is required. Each book of the course contains its own writing exercises sightreading drills review work and later technical studies. Accompaniments for teacher or parent are supplied with most of the examples. The accompanying online audio is a wonderful tool for enhancing this method with highly acclaimed midi-orchestrated backingtracks. Practice becomes so much fun! Each track is split to enable the pupil to hear both Piano part and accompaniment if the balance is centred the accompaniment without Piano if the balance is to the left and the Piano part alone if the balance is all the way to the right. There are also two tempos for each song allowing slower practice while it's needed - an ideal accompaniment for learning!

Now on DVD. Having trouble with Banjo? Want to play songs that sound like something? Want to play songs your friends might recognize? Songs that aren't so darn fast? Banjo For Misfits is what you need. Designed especially for adults. Uses basic licks to play great arrangements. Basic chording explained. No Tab. Includes: Boil Them Cabbage Down I Saw the Light Worried Man Do Lord and Two-Dollar Bill . (1 hour 50 minutes) Now on DVD. Having trouble with Banjo? Want to play songs that sound like something? Want to play songs your friends might recognize? Songs that aren't so darn fast? Banjo For Misfits is what youneed. Designed especially for adults. Uses basic licks to play great arrangements. Basic chording explained. No Tab. Includes: Boil Them Cabbage Down I Saw the Light Worried Man Do Lord and Two-DollarBill . (1 hour 50 minutes)

As editor of Fingerstyle Guitar Magazine I have had the good fortune to meet some of the finest guitar players in the world. Today the scope of the players out there keeps growing and the level of musicianship keeps getting higher. It is an honor to present Vol. 1 of what promises to be a long series of DVDs presenting some of the finest fingerstyle players the world has to offer. ' - Bill Piburn As editor of Fingerstyle Guitar Magazine I have had the good fortune to meet some of the finest guitar players in the world. Today the scope of the players out there keeps growing and the level of musicianship keeps gettinghigher. It is an honor to present Vol. 1 of what promises to be a long series of DVDs presenting some of the finest fingerstyle players the world has to offer. ' - Bill Piburn

Everything you need to become a lead guitarist with a band! This book and compact disc gives you all the tips music and backing tracks to learn at your own pace. Even if you've never played before this is the key to playing great solos. From tuning your guitar and understanding simple music notation this will get you playing real songs fast from day one! Music is presented in standard notation.

The Complete Blues/Rock Drummer is an advanced instruction book specializing in blues and blues/rock beats. This book includes fills and instrumentals both with and without drums for play-along. About half of the book features advanced beats with fills and the other half consists of instrumentals. Drummers interested in studying blues will learn much from this book.There is challenging material for you to practice. The Complete Blues/Rock Drummer is a unique source for those interested in this genre. Like most musical styles the breadth of blues music is vast taking on many forms throughout different parts of the United States. Our aim is to focus on a few styles anddemonstrate the drumming that is associated with each style. After that it's your turn to play-along and come up with your own parts or play the transcription of each song. Remember there isn't a single all-inclusive book that will cover everything there is to know about blues or any style for that matter. This book provides practical ideas for blues and blues/rock. The Complete Blues/Rock Drummer is an advanced instruction book specializing in blues and blues/rock beats. This book includes fills and instrumentals both with and without drums for play-along. About half of the book featuresadvanced beats with fills and the other half consists of instrumentals. Drummers interested in studying blues will learn much from this book. There is challenging material for you to practice. The Complete Blues/Rock Drummer is aunique source for those interested in this genre. Like most musical styles the breadth of blues music is vast taking on many forms throughout different parts of the United States. Our aim is to focus on a few styles anddemonstrate the drumming that is associated with each style. After that it’s your turn to play-along and come up with your own parts or play the transcription of each song. Remember there isn’t a single all-inclusive book thatwill cover everything there is to know about blues or any style for that matter. This book provides practical ideas for blues and blues/rock.

Pre-Practice Technical Exercises-Pre-practice technical exercises for the piano. The purpose of this book is to help develop strong hands and flexible fingers. The idea is to learn two or three exercises at a time which should be played each day before practising. Only when these are mastered should you add another. When all in the first group are mastered the next group may be introduced. Many of these exercises may be transposed to different keys.

Two of the world's premiere acoustic guitarists join forces in this concert recorded in 1982 to define and explore the parameters of American and European folk blues jazz and ragtime music - from a medieval English dance tune to a Charles Mingus composition. Guitarists Stefan Grossman and John Renbourn play both solo and as a duo on this incredible DVD. Titles include: Looper's Corner The Shoes Of The Fisherman's Wife Are Some Jive Ass Slippers Struttin' Rag The Assassination of John Fahey Tightrope Judy Angie White House Blues The English Dance Trotto Goodbye Porkpie Hat Candyman Spirit Levels and Take A Whiff On Me.

Jim Nichols Craig Wagner and Tim Thompson are three of the most gifted guitarists I've come to know. While each would be classified as jazz players they each have a different approach and sound. Jim brings the tradition of Joe Pass and Lenny Breau as well as a bebop sound to his lines. Craig applies warp speed three fingered scale techniques on his seven string guitar and mixes the traditional jazz repertoire with the pop styles of Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson. Tim likes to give an edge to the groove of his traditional swing feel while playing solo and using a looping device. He also likes to surprise his audience with unique song selection and original compositions. ' -Bill Piburn Jim Nichols Craig Wagner and Tim Thompson are three of the most gifted guitarists I've come to know. While each would be classified as jazz players they each have a different approach and sound. Jim brings the tradition ofJoe Pass and Lenny Breau as well as a bebop sound to his lines. Craig applies warp speed three fingered scale techniques on his seven string guitar and mixes the traditional jazz repertoire with the pop styles of Stevie Wonderand Michael Jackson. Tim likes to give an edge to the groove of his traditional swing feel while playing solo and using a looping device. He also likes to surprise his audience with unique song selection and originalcompositions. ' - Bill Piburn

A Further Handbook for Singing-Voiceworks 2 is a second inspired collection of 66 fabulous songs including material to stretch more confident groups. Every bit as practical and accessible as Voiceworks 1. BL Lively and simple ideas for Key Stage 3 (Scottish levels D and E) BL Ideal for youth choirs school groups county youth choirs and choral groups of all ages and experience BL 66 songs from simple unison to four-part harmony BL Vast range of repertoire and styles from around the world BL Songs for warm ups rehearsal use and concert repertoire BL Most songs unaccompanied or with simple accompaniments for keyboard or guitar BL A complete lesson or rehearsal plan for each song BL Vocal warm ups andgeneral advice included BL Double CD contains performances plus support material BL Photocopiable pages A magnificant resource for promoting good singing in schools and choirs. Leading on from Voiceworks 1 it includes an extended range of songs and material designed to stretch more confident groups. Packed with practical tips and lively piece.

In what is neither an instructional nor a concert-style format acoustic Guitar master and acknowledged Harp Guitar pioneer Stephen Bennett plays ten captivating Harp Guitar solos demonstrating the capabilities of this rarely heard instrument in a relaxed recording studio setting. With one exception the traditional fiddle tune Westphalia Waltz Stephen composed all of the music heard here. Stephen introduces each tune with insightful remarks about Harp Guitar history the tunings he developed for the additional six bass strings and the events or circumstances that inspired his compositions .One of the original advertising claims made for Harp Guitars was that they would doto the standard Guitar what the Piano did to the Harpsichord; that is make it obsolete. That may or may not occur but in this video you will at least hear some of the inherent possibilities of the Harp Guitar. Ultimately you may find yourself thinking that those early claims might not be so farfetched; indeed magic happens when these instruments are in the right hands and Stephen Bennett clearly has those hands. Join Stephen for an intimate introduction to this largely forgotten instrument and allow yourself to fall under the spell of the Harp Guitar. In what is neither an instructional nor a concert-style format acoustic Guitar master and acknowledged Harp Guitar pioneer Stephen Bennett plays ten captivating Harp Guitar solos demonstrating the capabilities ofthis rarely heard instrument in a relaxed recording studio setting. With one exception the traditional fiddle tune Westphalia Waltz Stephen composed all of the music heard here. Stephen introduces each tune with insightfulremarks about Harp Guitar history the tunings he developed for the additional six bass strings and the events or circumstances that inspired his compositions .One of the original advertising claims made for Harp Guitars was thatthey would do to the standard Guitar what the Piano did to the Harpsichord; that is make it obsolete. That may or may not occur but in this video you will at least hear some of the inherent possibilities of the HarpGuitar. Ultimately you may find yourself thinking that those early claims might not be so farfetched; indeed magic happens when these instruments are in the right hands and Stephen Bennett clearly has thosehands. Join Stephen for an intimate introduction to this largely forgotten instrument and allow yourself to fall under the spell of the Harp Guitar.

Anyone Can Play C6 Lap Steel Guitar is designed for the absolute lap steel beginner. The course will take you through the very basics of getting started including the proper way to hold the steel tuning changing strings right and left hand technique as well as licks and positions. Advanced techniques intros and a classic song are also taught. Rob will also cover topics such as the necessary gear and an explanation of how to get the right sound out of your lap steel guitar. You will learn everything you need to know to have a good foundation for further learning. Rob has included many tips and tricks in this DVD which he has acquired in over 30 years of playing professionally.Anyone Can Play C6 Lap Steel Guitar is designed for the absolute lap steel beginner. The course will take you through the very basics of getting started including the proper way to hold the steel tuning changing strings rightand left hand technique as well as licks and positions. Advanced techniques intros and a classic song are also taught. Rob will also cover topics such as the necessary gear and an explanation of how to get the right sound out ofyour lap steel guitar. You will learn everything you need to know to have a good foundation for further learning. Rob has included many tips and tricks in this DVD which he has acquired in over 30 years of playing professionally.

A New York City native and University of Miami graduate jazz guitarist and composer Jonathan Kreisberg backed a long list of top jazz professionals before breaking out on his own. Unearth featuring eight original compositions is Jonathan’s fourth CD as a leader. He’s accompanied by Scott Wendholt on trumpet Aaron Goldberg on piano Matt Penman on bass and Anthony Pinciotti on drums. When not on tour Jonathan and his trio perform each Wednesday at La Lanterna in Greenwich Village. This enhanced CD also includes a Mel Bay Records interview artist biography photo gallery and discography.A New York City native and University of Miami graduate jazz guitarist and composer Jonathan Kreisberg backed a long list of top jazz professionals before breaking out on his own. Unearth featuring eight original compositions is Jonathan’s fourth CD as a leader. He’s accompanied by Scott Wendholt on trumpet Aaron Goldberg on piano Matt Penman on bass and Anthony Pinciotti on drums. When not on tour Jonathan and his trio perform each Wednesday atLa Lanterna in Greenwich Village. This enhanced CD also includes a Mel Bay Records interview artist biography photo gallery and discography.

Harmony Singing Made Easy teaches you to sing harmony by ear. Murphy and friends Bill Evans Janet Beazley and Chris Stuart join together to sing some beautiful trios and quartets. First you hear the three (or four) voices blending together then you hear each harmony part sung separately. You learn your part by singing along with us. We sing several songs in three different keys so no matter what your vocal range you can try your hand at singing the lead part. Sometimes the men (Bill Chris) take the lead; sometimes the women (Murphy Janet) take the lead. With three keys to choose from you can also find a harmony part to suit your voice.Along the way we offer somehelpful hints such as What key do I sing in? How do I find my harmony part? and How can I get a good blend? At the very end Murphy and Bill break out their banjos for a rousing quartet version of Over in the Gloryland. Very entertaining! If you've been wondering how to sing harmony we've made it as easy as possible. Or as we say in Virginia It's as easy as pie. Read even more details on our blog. Will the Circle Be Unbroken Bury Me Beneath the Willow All the Good Times Are Past and Gone Don't This Road Look Rough and Rocky Amazing Grace Over in the Gloryland Harmony Singing Made Easy teaches you to sing harmony by ear. Murphy and friends Bill Evans Janet Beazley and Chris Stuart join together to sing some beautiful trios and quartets. First you hear thethree (or four) voices blending together then you hear each harmony part sung separately. You learn your part by singing along with us. We sing several songs in three different keys so no matter what your vocal range you can tryyour hand at singing the lead part. Sometimes the men (Bill Chris) take the lead; sometimes the women (Murphy Janet) take the lead. With three keys to choose from you can also find a harmony part to suit yourvoice.Along the way we offer some helpful hints such as 'What key do I sing in?' 'How do I find my harmony part?' and 'How can I get a good blend?' At the very end Murphy and Bill break out their banjos for a rousing quartetversion of 'Over in the Gloryland.' Very entertaining! If you've been wondering how to sing harmony we've made it as easy as possible. Or as we say in Virginia 'It's as easy as pie.' Read even more details on our blog.Will the Circle Be Unbroken Bury Me Beneath the Willow All the Good Times Are Past and Gone Don't This Road Look Rough and Rocky Amazing Grace Over in the Gloryland

Diatonic Arpeggios for Classical Guitar provides extended arpeggios for all chords over the full range of the guitar's tessitura. The fingerings provided for the left hand present a wide variety of shifting possibilities: open-string glide free-finger and squeeze shifts. Right-hand fingerings demonstrate sequencing patterns that will improve control and dexterity when navigating the thorniest concert repertoire. Diatonic Arpeggios for Classical Guitar provides extended arpeggios for all chords over the full range of the Guitar's tessitura. The fingerings provided for the left hand present a wide variety ofshifting possibilities: open-string glide free-finger and squeeze shifts. Right-hand fingerings demonstrate sequencing patterns that will improve control and dexterity when navigating the thorniest concert repertoire.

One of the hippest hardest swinging guitarists on the jazz scene Dave Stryker has placed his signature warm-toned blues-drenched lines (played on his Gibson 347 semi-hollow body guitar) in a wide variety of contexts as a leader on 18 recordings. A prolific composer and potent player with a penchant for bop ballads and blues Stryker has incorporated such important (and wildly diverse) six-string influences as Wes Montgomery Pat Martino Grant Green Sonny Sharrock and Albert King into a highly personalized guitar vocabulary while also reflecting the inspiration of such immortal composers as Duke Ellington Ornette Coleman Miles Davis Wayne Shorter and TheloniousMonk. On Big City Styker is reunited with the stellar drummer (and fellow Omaha native) Victor Lewis who appeared on the guitarist’s 1992 release Guitar On Top. He is also joined by bassist Ed Howard and pianist Dave Kikoski in a program of swinging originals and savvy covers. From the introduction by Bill Milkowski One of the hippest hardest swinging guitarists on the jazz scene Dave Stryker has placed his signature warm-toned blues-drenched lines (played on his Gibson 347 semi-hollow body guitar) in a wide variety of contexts as a leaderon 18 recordings. A prolific composer and potent player with a penchant for bop ballads and blues Stryker has incorporated such important (and wildly diverse) six-string influences as Wes Montgomery Pat Martino GrantGreen Sonny Sharrock and Albert King into a highly personalized guitar vocabulary while also reflecting the inspiration of such immortal composers as Duke Ellington Ornette Coleman Miles Davis Wayne Shorter and TheloniousMonk. On Big City Styker is reunited with the stellar drummer (and fellow Omaha native) Victor Lewis who appeared on the guitarist’s 1992 release Guitar On Top. He is also joined by bassist Ed Howard and pianist DaveKikoski in a program of swinging originals and savvy covers. From the introduction by Bill Milkowski

New edition revised by R. Sainz De La Maza.

Step by Step Mastery Of the Piano-Book 3 focuses on new technical skills to increase the student's capability for artistic performance. Exploration of ornamentation independence of hands combined touches in one hand contrapuntal playing development of velocity. Book Three of the Kasschau Piano Course aims to provide further experience in the Piano techniques already learnt in Books One and Two as well as covering new material such as ornamentation independance of both hands combined touches in one hand contrapuntal playing playing at speed and an introduciton to Contemporary music. Technical notes and studies are given before each piece. Revised Edition.

First Lessons Cajon will take you through the necessary steps to become a proficient cajon player in a pop and rock context. Basic lessons in rhythm will help you learn mainstream beats for the cajon that you can use in your favorite songs. Lessons in hand position posture and sound are also included to ensure the best cajon playing experience possible. Whether you are a beginner or have a little experience with the cajon this book will help you master the fundamentals of this unique instrument. Comes with access to online audio. First Lessons Cajon has been specially designed to guide beginning players through all of the necessary steps to becoming a proficient Cajon player in a pop and rock context. Basiclessons in rhythm will help you learn mainstream beats for the Cajon that you can use in your favorite songs. Lessons in hand position posture and sound are also included to ensure the best Cajon playing experience possible. Whether you are a beginner or have a little experience with the Cajon this book will help you master the fundamentals of this unique instrument. First Lessons Cajon includes access toonline audio tracks.

Este libro es un método preparatorio para tocar el piano. Esta especialmente diseñado para adultos y su objetivo es introducir al alumno de forma rapida pero rigurosa en el conocimiento de los elementos del estudio del piano. - Nueva edicion de este famoso método de piano. - El curso de piano líder mundial para adultos. - Revisado y actualizado.

Modes on Mandolin: Improving Your Improvisation is a collection of exercises for the mandolin student to work through to better understand the fretboard and expand their musicality. The collection includes scales modes arpeggios patterns intervalic and rhythmic exercises and progressions. It will serve as a valuable resource and a supplement to but not a substitute for a good teacher. You do not need to follow the chapters in order as all of them will help you play and improvise over progressions. The exercises are tools to help you build muscle memory and musical ideas anywhere on the fretboard. Connect the physical with the theoretical. There are examples ofcommon tune chord progressions with ideas applied to them. By creating your own musical ideas over the same progressions you will find that the practical information given (exercises) turns into functional use (playing and improvising). Once you gain a better understanding of the fretboard you will notice more fluidity and creativity in your playing. Modes on the Mandolin: Improve Your Improvisation is a collection of exercises for the mandolin student to work through to better understand the fretboard and expand their musicality. The collectionincludes scales modes arpeggios patterns intervalic and rhythmic exercises and progressions. It will serve as a valuable resource and a supplement to but not a substitute for a good teacher. You do not need to follow thechapters in order as all of them will help you play and improvise over progressions. The exercises are tools to help you build muscle memory and musical ideas anywhere on the fretboard. Connect the physical with thetheoretical. There are examples of common tune chord progressions with ideas applied to them. By creating your own musical ideas over the same progressions you will find that the practical information given (exercises) turns intofunctional use (playing and improvising). Once you gain a better understanding of the fretboard you will notice more fluidity and creativity in your playing.