Sight-singing exercises-160 progressive exercises to introduce simple sightsinging. 160 easy graded sight-reading exercises for singers. This handy book boasts a wealth of short tests and practice phrases to help you get firmly to grips with sight-reading and sight-singing. The exercises are progressive and each section includes guidance that will help you to spot any awkward notes or potential pitfalls. Ideal training material for any singer undertaking structured voice examinations or wishing to improve their reading skills in general.

Yves Klein 's Sur La Route De La Musique series separates learning to play music for young beginners into three distinct but interrelated chapters. Written by an expert these books are both excellenttutors but also fun and enjoyable to play from. The first section is rhythm in which the beat and groove will help the student acquire one of the essential skills of music: rhythm. The second chapter isreading giving the beginner a constant educational progress that when mixed with musical games will imbue the student with confidence and enthusiasm. The final section is the crucial song developing in the beginner a sense ofrhythm phrasing melody and singing bringing together everything in an enjoyably musical conclusion to the course.

Orchestral excerpts by Handel Purcell Bach Britten and others. Part of the training of the instrumentalist consists of the study of extracts from orchestral works - characteristic solos and difficult passages for the isntrument. This edition holds numerous examples for the advanced player.

Baby Jesus was written as a follow-up to Gold Frankincense and Myrrh. The songs are simple yet colourful and the piano part has been kept easy enough for most school pianists to cope with. Percussion parts will add interest tothe music and give a great sense of achievement to the players. The lyrics are uncluttered and are hence manageable for very young children and those with learning difficulties. Baby Jesus provides a versatile work into whichteachers can input their own ideas. Duration: 25 mins. You will require a license to perform this work at your school/youth theatre; please click here for moreinformation and our application form.

Excellence in Theory is especially designed to creatively enrich the curriculums of beginning Instrumental Choral and General Music classes! It's all here - Theory and Ear Training Notation Composition and History complete in three volumes. Progressive Theory concepts and skills are reinforced and reviewed through both written and aural exercises. Ear Training examples and exercises are accessible by teach or student via the Kjos Multimedia Library at www.kjos.com. History pages come alive with vibrant colour images and comprehensive quizzes to help put events styles and details into perspective. Separate Theory and History sections are presented offering multiple teachingpossibilities. Theory and History can be taught together or separately depending on your class objectives and scheduling considerations. A Keyboard illustration glossary and blank manuscript pages are also included as convenient study tools. The Theory section in Book Two begins with a review of concepts previously learned then moves forward into more advanced lessons. Key signatures and the circle of fifths/fourths are introduced and music reading progresses with new technique and expression markings. Students are introduced to challenging new rhythms and melodic and harmonic intervals are explored. Each lesson is carefully reinforced through specific Review pages. Ear Training continues to play a vital role in Book Two with aural exercises appearing throughout the book wherever new theory concepts are learned. These aural exercises reinforce student understanding and immediately put new theory into practice. The History section of Book Two presents more detail on each of the musical eras from the Middle Ages through the 20th century. Composers performers and important musical events are presented in the historical context of their day. A greater understanding of the historical context in which music was created sets the course for a lifetime of music appreciation. Excellence in Theory is especially designed to creatively enrich the curriculums of beginning Instrumental Choral and General Music classes! It's all here - Theory and Ear Training Notation Composition and History complete inthree volumes. Progressive Theory concepts and skills are reinforced and reviewed through both written and aural exercises. Ear Training examples and exercises are accessible by teach or student via the Kjos MultimediaLibrary at www.kjos.com. History pages come alive with vibrant colour images and comprehensive quizzes to help put events styles and details into perspective. Separate Theory and History sections are presented offeringmultiple teaching possibilities. Theory and History can be taught together or separately depending on your class objectives and scheduling considerations. A Keyboard illustration glossary and blank manuscript pages are alsoincluded as convenient study tools. The Theory section in Book Two begins with a review of c

This method is loaded with information. In the author's words The electric bass is in a very exciting developmental period. No longer does it just provide 'low-end support.' Now entire songs are built around the bass line. This method is both easy to understand and thorough! It provides the theory and technique needed to play contemporary bass and it covers such modern effects as slap & pop and right-hand hammering techniques. While note reading is taught tablature is also presented. The companion video is included in this package in DVD format.This method is loaded with information. In the author's words 'The electric bass is in a very exciting developmental period. No longer does it just provide 'low-end support.' Now entire songs are built around the bass line.' This method is both easy to understand and thorough! It provides the theory and technique needed to play contemporary bass and it covers such modern effects as slap & pop and right-hand hammering techniques. While note readingis taught tablature is also presented. The companion video is included in this package in DVD format.

CD Only (Classic Edition)-Accompaniment CD for Recorder From The Beginning: Pupil's Book 1 . This provides a model recorder version of each tune from the pupil’s book. This is followed by an interesting and lively accompaniment which will provide pleasure in the practice of even the simplest of tunes. The music is arranged so the player can still be clearly heard. This is an excellent supplement to this highly successful recorder method which will enhance enjoyment whilst learning. (CD only.)Accompaniment CD for Recorder From The Beginning: Pupil's Book 1 . This provides a model recorder version of each tune from the pupil’s book. This is followed by an interesting and lively accompaniment which will providepleasure in the practice of even the simplest of tunes. The music is arranged so the player can still be clearly heard. This is an excellent supplement to this highly successful recorder method which will enhance enjoymentwhilst learning. (CD only.)

With Online Audio-A popular and easy to understand book which teaches and explores the many aspects of bottleneck/slide guitar techniques developed nearly a century ago and made famous through the recordings of legendary blues greats like Robert Johnson Mississippi Fred McDowell and Muddy Waters. Much of the book is dedicated to teaching you how to use these assorted techniques to make original improvised solos. You will learn to play bottleneck guitar in open D tuning open E tuning open A tuning and standard tuning. Written in notation and tablature. Includes access to online audio. A popular and easy to understand book which teaches and explores the many aspects of bottleneck/slide guitar techniques developed nearly a century ago and made famous through the recordings of legendary blues greats like RobertJohnson Mississippi Fred McDowell and Muddy Waters. Much of the book is dedicated to teaching you how to use these assorted techniques to make original improvised solos. You will learn to play bottleneck guitar in open Dtuning open E tuning open A tuning and standard tuning. Written in notation and tablature. Includes access to online audio.

In this Guitar Artistry DVD Geoff talks about his influences as well as his approaches to arranging music to the guitar. An intimate portrait of a great artist. There are only three white blues singers and Geoff Muldaur is at least two of them. - Richard Thompson In this Guitar Artistry DVD Geoff talks about his influences as well as his approaches to arranging music to the guitar. An intimate portrait of a great artist. There are only three white blues singers and Geoff Muldaur is at least two of them. - Richard Thompson

Progressive Recorder is the perfect introduction to the fundamentals of Recorder playing and understanding music. All examples sound great and are fun to play. This book covers a variety of styles including folk classical jazz blues pop and rock.

Teach children how to play the Harmonica with these easy lessons. The Progressive Harmonica Method For Young Beginners covers the important techniques required to learn to play the Harmonica includingcorrect lip position tonguing and breathing for 5 Harmonica notes. Suitable for children aged 4 to 8 years and all types of children’s Harmonicas including 10-hole diatonic Harmonicas in the key of C - including MarineBand and Hohner Harmonicas this book includes 39 great sounding exercises and popular easy songs for kids. The Progressive Harmonica Method For Young Beginners is beautifully illustrated in full colourthroughout with music featuring easy Harmonica tabs with lyrics plus chord symbols for Piano or Guitar accompaniment. This book comes with a CD containing audio and free online videos demonstrating all examples. No priorknowledge of how to read music or playing the Harmonica is required to teach your child using this book.

A fun space adventure musical full of information on technology the solar system and travel. Ideal as an end of term production at any time of th year. Duration: 45 mins. You will require a license to perform this work at yourschool/youth theatre; please click here for more information and our application form.

Pro microphone placement techniques and placement for: Vocals Guitar Drums Bass Horns Percussion Learn about: Room acoustic variations Setting up a final mix Effects - usage anddescriptions Compressors and gates Complete mixer explanation Types of PA systems and microphones

Never lose valuable lesson time when circumstances conspire against you! Minimum preparation maximum learning: this pack supports Music Departments faced with providing emergency absence cover often by non-specialist teachers. Music Cover Lessons provides ten valuable learning experiences focused on the need for stylistic awareness understanding of key terms and appreciation of musical traditions: Flexibility designed for the non-specialist - the mixed-ability activities can be delivered easily regardless of the teacher's musical ability or equipment available and with a minimum of preparation. Multi-purpose - the lessons are designed forKS3 and 4 in school or as homework revision or bridging activities. Relevant and purposeful - the activities are focused on providing a valuable learning experience. Complete with a CD-ROM offering further flexibility the lessons cover a range of styles from Baroque and British folk to African music. A YouTube playlist has been prepared to help the teacher access suggested listening extracts with a minimum of fuss. Never lose valuable lesson time when circumstances conspire against you! Minimum preparation maximum learning: this pack supports Music Departments faced with providing emergency absence cover often by non-specialist teachers. Music Cover Lessons provides ten valuable learning experiences focused on the need for stylistic awareness understanding of key terms and appreciation of musical traditions: Flexibility designed for the non-specialist - the mixed-ability activities can be delivered easily regardless of the teacher's musical ability or equipment available and with a minimum of preparation. Multi-purpose - the lessonsare designed for KS3 and 4 in school or as homework revision or bridging activities. Relevant and purposeful - the activities are focused on providing a valuable learning experience. Complete with a CD-ROM offering further flexibility the lessons cover a range of styles from Baroque and British folk to African music. A YouTube playlist has been prepared to help the teacher access suggested listening extracts with a minimum of fuss.

The classic resonator guitar sound is currently popping up in all types of music ranging from country to bluegrass to blues to rock. Resonator Guitar is a fun instrument to play. Janet Davis has taught people of all ages to play resonator guitar and in her own words They all have a good time pickin' and grinnin'. This is a very easy method to follow and it will teach you basics of resonator performance including both chording and single note playing using the slide bar. Also you will play bluegrass old-time country blues Hawaiian fiddle tunes folk songs and more. This method covers an extremely wide and diverse array of topics. If you want to play Dobro this book willshow you how! In tablature only. Includes access to online audio and video. The classic resonator Guitar sound is becoming increasingly popular in all types of music ranging from country to bluegrass to blues to rock. You Can Teach Yourself Dobro provides a very easy method tofollow and it will teach you the basics of resonator performance including both chording and single note playing using the slide bar. Also you will play bluegrass old-time country blues Hawaiian fiddle tunes folk songs andmore. This method covers an extremely wide and diverse array of topics. Resonator Guitar is a fun instrument to play. Janet Davis has taught people of all ages to play resonator Guitar and in her own words 'Theyall have a good time pickin' and grinnin'.' If you want to play Dobro this book will show you how! In tablature only. Includes access to online audio and video.

This is the first book of a unique series designed for learning and teaching Keyboard improvisation. Students who have mastered late-elementary level Keyboard skills and know basic theory concepts will learn to play well-known melodies by ear improvise embellishments and variations add chords and accompaniment styles and create full-sounding arrangements based on their tastes and preferences. To be studied either along side with traditional materials or as a new direction of study this series balances the ear and the eye for playing today’s music. Teachers even those with a limited background in improvisation will find this series approachable and fun! The KjosInteractive Practice Studio (IPS) technology provides access to orchestrated accompaniments (“backing tracks”) select video lessons with the author additional detailed information/downloads and more! This is the first book of a unique series designed for learning and teaching Keyboard improvisation. Students who have mastered late-elementary level Keyboard skills and know basic theory concepts will learn to play well-knownmelodies by ear improvise embellishments and variations add chords and accompaniment styles and create full-sounding arrangements based on their tastes and preferences. To be studied either along side with traditionalmaterials or as a new direction of study this series balances the ear and the eye for playing today’s music. Teachers even those with a limited background in improvisation will find this series approachable and fun! The KjosInteractive Practice Studio (IPS) technology provides access to orchestrated accompaniments (“backing tracks”) select video lessons with the author additional detailed information/downloads and more!

2004 Edition-The new 2004 edition. The Teacher's Books include simple Piano accompaniments guitar chord symbols and performance suggestions for classroom percussion.

Volume 1-Tony McManus is an adept master of Celtic fingerstyle guitar both in terms of adapting Celtic music to the guitar and in its performance – presenting all it intricacies graces and frills yet at the same time maintaining thepace and drive which characterises this style of music. In this first lesson Tony discusses in detail the importance of ornamentations and triplets in Celtic music and importantly how this can be technically achieved. Scalesand fingerings and playing in the DADGAD tuning are discussed and then illustrated with several melodies played in this dropped D tuning. This is a challenging DVD lesson for intermediate fingerstyle guitar students but one thatwill be very rewarding as you learn to play Celtic Music from one of the finest players of this genre. Complete with a 40 page tab/music PDF of all the pieces included in the DVD.

Keith Wyatt GIT's resident blues authority reveals his favourite blues chord voicing and comping concepts. Keith explores everything from straight-eighth boogie blues to rock shuffles and sophisticated uptown styles. Includes:classic blues chord voicings blues progression variations chord substitution straight-eightth and shuffle patterns and several complete 12-bar blues progressions. This DVD has all the tricks to help you go beyond the basics ofplaying blues rhythm guitar.

To Fingerstyle Swing Guitar-Duck Baker is considered to be one of today’s finest fingerstyle guitarists. In this lesson he teaches the basics of how to put that ‘swing’ in to your playing. This is not a lesson for beginners and it is assumed you will alreadyhave some knowledge of this style. Duck shows you how to expand and take your playing to a different level so that you can fingerpick swing tunes. Along the way he explains and explores rhythm chords and changes that you will needto incorporate into your playing. Four familiar tunes from the swing repertoire are taught and the arrangements are fully explained phrase by phrase. This DVD format has each arrangement on split-screen that clearly show whateach hand is performing. This lesson will help you develop your own individual technique for playing fingerstyle swing guitar.