A Position-Written by a team of pedagogues representing each of the four stringed instruments this exciting new comprehensive string method includes many 'new directions ' including equal integration of all instruments and a tetrachord-based approach to support proper development of the left hand. Discover the abundance of assessment opportunities attention to bow control and the incredible music that will surely motivate your students! Introducing all four strings on each instrument from the outset of the book New Directions For Strings will help develop muscle coordination for both left-hand and bow arm skills. The structure provides a systematic introductionof duets rounds and ensemble music for the development of aural skills while incorporating the National Standards throughout. Features: Based on more than 100 years of combined teaching experience! Written by a team of pedagogues representing each of the four stringed instruments! Supplemental music by Soon Hee Newbold and Elliot Del Borgo Includes 2 Play-Along CDs with each student book!

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With this new dedicated UK edition teachers can introduce the Hal Leonard Student Piano Library method to their students by using just one book. All-In-One Piano Lessons Book B combines selected pages from the Piano Lessons Technique Solos Theory Workbook and Practice Games into one easy-to-manage book. A perfect choice for beginning group or private instruction this book/CD offers students a variety of styles and moods and includes the 'best ever' teacher accompaniments. The CD is enhanced so besides working in any CD player Windows and Mac computer users can also access MIDI files for each song! With this new dedicated UK edition teachers can introduce the Hal Leonard Student Piano Library method to their students by using just one book. All-In-One Piano Lessons Book B combines selected pages from the Piano Lessons Technique Solos Theory Workbook and Practice Games into one easy-to-manage book. A perfect choice for beginning group or private instruction this book/online audio set offers students a variety of styles and moods and includes the 'best ever' teacher accompaniments.

A complete and comprehensive Drum tutor designed to meet the needs of the young student aspiring to play in a school band or orchestra. From how to stand correctly and hold the sticks/beaters to rudiments such as rolls and flams as well as syncopations. Book Two extends your vocabulary of rudiments introducing the paradiddle the flamacue the ratamacue and many more. You will learn your first solo pieces as well as becoming familiar with 3/4 and 6/8 measures. With no stone left unturned this detailed and rigorous method provides everything you need to master the drums as a band/orchestral percussionist. A complete and comprehensive Drum tutor designed to meet the needs of the young student aspiring to play in a school band or orchestra. From how to stand correctly and hold the sticks/beaters to rudiments such as rolls and flams as well as syncopations. Book Two extends your vocabulary of rudiments introducing the paradiddle the flamacue the ratamacue and many more. You will learn your first solo pieces as well as becoming familiar with 3/4 and 6/8 measures. With no stone left unturned this detailed and rigorous method provides everything you need to master the drums as a band/orchestral percussionist.

Straight-Ahead Jazz Drumming provides a step-by-step method devoted to unlocking the mysteries of the jazz drummer's role as an accompanist. Author Jeff Jerolamon has gone beyond the mere coordination patterns that comprise most jazz drumming books to combine informative text realistic musical examples and audio tracks that clearly and methodically detail such topics as how to: develop a good traditional cymbal beat; adorn the cymbal beat with comping figures; play and use basic tension figures; play the cymbal in a contemporary (post 1960) fashion; adorn the contemporary cymbal concept with the rest of the drumset; resolve tensions (resolution points); build excitement behind a soloist; and more. Straight-Ahead Jazz Drumming is excellent for self-study studio lessons and college curriculum use. Straight-Ahead Jazz Drumming provides a step-by-step method devoted to unlocking the mysteries of the jazz drummer's role as an accompanist. Author Jeff Jerolamon has gone beyond the mere coordination patterns that comprise most jazz drumming books to combine informative text realistic musical examples and audio tracks that clearly and methodically detail such topics as how to: develop a good traditional cymbal beat; adorn the cymbal beat with comping figures; play and use basic tension figures; play the cymbal in a contemporary (post 1960) fashion; adorn the contemporary cymbal concept with the rest of the drumset; resolve tensions (resolution points); buildexcitement behind a soloist; and more. Straight-Ahead Jazz Drumming is excellent for self-study studio lessons and college curriculum use.

Here are 365 fantastic warm-ups ? one for every day of the year! Covers essentials such as: rudiments patterns weak hand builders triple strokes finger control odd-time and much more. Drummers will improve their speed dexterity accuracy coordination and dynamic control while developing their stylistic repertoire. The CD includes every exercise 20 foot ostinatos that can be used as play-alongs and five brush examples. It's also enhanced so Mac & PC users can adjust the tempo without changing pitch. Here are 365 fantastic warm-ups - one for every day of the year! Covers essentials such as: rudiments patterns weak hand builders triple strokes finger control odd-time and much more. Drummers will improve their speed dexterity accuracy coordination and dynamic control while developing their stylistic repertoire. The online audio tracks feature every exercise 20 foot ostinatos that can be used as play-alongs and five brush examples.

ShowTrax CD-From the film Ratatouille this new Disney classic evokes the whimsical atmosphere of a Parisian café! With French and English lyrics c'est magnifique! Available separately: SATB SAB SSA ShowTrax CD. Duration:ca. 3:00.Michael Giacchino's Le Festin from the 2007 Disney Pixar anmimation Ratatouille arranged for SSA choir by Alan Billingsley. Showtrax CD with all appropriate accompaniments for performance.

New Directions for Strings - Violin Book 2 emphasises the expansion of students' musical horizons through the reinforcement of the US National Standards for Musical Education. Specific activities include theory improvisation and composition as well as singing. History and culture notes throughout the book increase students' knowledge of various composers and musical styles. New Directions for Strings represents the first method ever written by a team of pedagogues representing each of the four stringed instruments. With more than 100 years of combined teaching experience the authors of New Directions® for Strings explore many new directions including equal integration of allthe instruments a tetrachord-based approach to support proper development of the left hand and ensemble opportunities that occur throughout the book. Based on more than 100 years of combined teaching experience Written by a team of pedagogues representing each of the four stringed instruments Supplemental music by Soon Hee Newbold and Elliot Del Borgo Includes 2 Play-Along CDs with each student book and the Teacher's Manual New Directions for Strings - Violin Book 2 emphasises the expansion of students' musical horizons through the reinforcement of the US National Standards for Musical Education. Specific activities include theory improvisation and composition as well as singing. History and culture notes throughout the book increase students' knowledge of various composers and musical styles. New Directions for Strings represents the first method ever written by a team of pedagogues representing each of the four stringed instruments. With more than 100 years of combined teaching experience the authors of New Directions® for Strings explore manynew directions including equal integration of all the instruments a tetrachord-based approach to support proper development of the left hand and ensemble opportunities that occur throughout the book. Based on more than 100 years of combined teaching experience Written by a team of pedagogues representing each of the four stringed instruments Supplemental music by Soon Hee Newbold and Elliot Del Borgo Includes 2 Play-Along CDs with each student book and the Teacher's Manual

Guidelines on Figured Bass takes a clear and constructive look at reasons for figured bass in harmony training and takes the student through the methods and techniques methodically and thoroughly. This 18th century method of musical shorthand can provide the student with a simple and systematic set of procedures for the correct setting and planning of harmony. The author sets these out simply and systematically in the text via a step by step procedure supported by consolidation and exercise. After all there aren't that many figures and like maths once you know how they behave you're home and dry.

A book of accompaniments for use in the studio or at home to supply harmonies in connection with Teaching Little Fingers to Play . This will add immeasurably to the musical interest of the tiny tunes and will make them soundquite grown-up! The advantage is obvious.A book of accompaniments to be played by teacher or parent while the child is playing melodies from Teaching Little Fingers To Play.

from The Motion Picture Slumdog Millionaire-Available separately: SATB SAB SSA ShowTrax CD. Rhythm Section parts available digitally (syn gtr b perc dm). Duration: ca. 3:00. Jai Ho From Slumdog Millionaire (Arr Mark Brymer) Showtrax Cd

This collection includes 10 arrangements for fifth grade students of fun Christmas favorites: Brazilian Sleigh Bells - Christmas Time Is Here - The Christmas Waltz - Frosty the Snow Man - Here Comes Santa Claus (Right Down Santa Claus Lane) - It Must Have Been the Mistletoe (Our First Christmas) - Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! - (Everybody's Waitin' For) The Man with the Bag - Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer - We Need a Little Christmas. This collection includes 10 arrangements for fifth grade students of fun Christmas favorites: Brazilian Sleigh Bells • Christmas Time Is Here • The Christmas Waltz • Frosty the Snow Man • Here Comes Santa Claus (Right down Santa Claus Lane) • It Must Have Been the Mistletoe (Our First Christmas) • Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! • (Everybody's Waitin' For) The Man with the Bag • Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer • We Need a Little Christmas.

The Evolution of Jazz Drumming presents a complete historical overview and analysis of jazz drumming. Designed as a guide and workbook for the high school college level and professional drummer it is designed to bestudied based on a typical 16-week college semester. A legendary and influential jazz drummer is studied during each of these weeks. Upon completion of the book the user will have a complete understanding of the influentialcontributions of these jazz masters which is necessary for any musician to play this music authentically. The 31 jazz drumming legends included are examined with musical analysis including practice exercises in the style of thesubject's drumming transcriptions of both solo and time playing and études that examine the work of each artist in unprecedented detail. Each profile also includes a complete biography personal anecdotes from the author and dozens of exclusive and rare photos many of which have never appeared in print before. The book includes a DVD of classic video clips of many of the drummers as well as an MP3 disc with over 300 tracks. Videoclips on the DVD are analyzed and transcribed in the text while the MP3s consist of exercises and études from the book recorded at various speeds that can be looped for analysis and practice. Drummers featured in thisbook include Chick Webb Gene Krupa Buddy Rich Louis Bellson Kenny Clarke Max Roach Art Blakey and many more.The Evolution of Jazz Drumming presents a complete historical overview and analysis of jazz drumming. Designed as a guide and workbook for the high school college level and professional drummer it is designed to be studied based on a typical 16-week college semester. A legendary and influential jazz drummer is studied during each of these weeks. Upon completion of the book the user will have a complete understanding of the influential contributions of these jazz masters which is necessary for any musician to play this music authentically. The 31 jazz drumming legends included are examined with musical analysis including practice exercises in the styleof the subject's drumming transcriptions of both solo and time playing and etudes that examine the work of each artist in unprecedented detail. Each profile also includes a complete biography personal anecdotes from the author and dozens of exclusive and rare photos many of which have never appeared in print before. The book includes a DVD of classic video clips of many of the drummers as well as an MP3 disc with over 300 tracks. Video clips on the DVD are analyzed and transcribed in the text while the MP3s consist of exercises and etudes from the book recorded at various speeds that can be looped for analysis and practice. Drummers featured in this book include Chick Webb Gene Krupa Buddy Rich Louis Bellson Kenny Clarke Max Roach Art Blakey and many more.

ShowTrax CD-You'll dance to the head of the class with this super arrangement of The Jacksons 5's hit from 1970! Available separately: SATB SAB 2-Part Combo Parts ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:00. You'll dance to the head of the class with this super arrangement of The Jacksons 5's hit from 1970! Available: SATB SAB 2-Part Instrumental Pak ShowTrax Cassette. Performance Time: Approx. 3:00.

These new editions have been fully revised to fit in with the 2011 modifications to the ABRSM aural syllabuses. Each grade takes students through all the sections of the exam offering practice tests example questions and clear explanations of what will be expected of them. They are the ideal study aid for any student preparing for the aural element of an Associated Board practical exam.

The Tricks To Tunes series is designed for teaching mixed string instruments in groups. It is a systematic program developed over many years from many years experience teaching strings in schools. The tutors are aimed at the primary and lower secondary school age group but are also suitable for older beginners. The children learn ‘tricks’ for their fingers or bows which are fun when done in a group. Reading skills are developed at the same time. Each page represents a small step in musical and technical development based on reading music from the very first lessons. Theory homework is included at the end of most sections providing the complete theoryrequired as children progress. The tutors for each instrument are identical in content except where differences are required to accommodate the different instruments. Books 1 and 2 of the series are each intended to cover one year of group tuition based on a school year of 40 weeks. Book 3 provides material for two years. Progress will vary according to the age of the children the size of the group and the extent of their previous musical experience. Additional repertoire at the end of the books provides: extension work for pupils who reach the end of the book before the rest of the group additional work for those who want it and end of year concert pieces. These brilliant tutors make playing music fun as it should be!

This unique method book showcases the art of playing rhythms and patterns with a single hand. Many drummers have used similar techniques throughout the years however Johnny Rabb's method is by far the most comprehensive practical and easy to use. Developed by Rabb through years of extensive research teaching and performing the innovative technique gives players the freedom to expand their snare drum and drum set proficiency and creativity alongwith their independence and coordination. The book is organized into three sections: Section One: The theory mechanics and techniques of Freehand are mastered through numerous rhythmic combinations permutations and exercises. Section Two: Freehand snare drum solos and hybrid rudiments drum set grooves in a variety of musical styles fill-ins and polyrhythms. Section Three: Play-along grooves andloops for developing Freehand along with additional exercises that enable players to incorporate Freehand into their daily playing. Johnny Rabb resides in Nashville TN and continues to explore the drum world as aclinician solo artist and touring/studio drummer. He is a product specialist for the Roland Corporation and has written for DRUM! and Modern Drummer magazines. The Official Freehand Technique is a unique method book showcasing the art of playing and executing rhythms and patterns with a single hand. Many drummers have used this or similar techniques throughout the years; however Johnny's original and innovative method is by far the most comprehensive practical and easy to use. This technique is a legitimate system mastered by Johnny through the years of extensive research and teaching and is designed to enhance your drumming and further develop your independence skills. This technique will not only allow you the freedom to expand your snare drum and drum set proficiency but also it can be directly applied to all percussioninstruments opening doors to numerous rhythmic possibilities. Johnny Rabb a world-renowned performer and clinician has organised this book into three basic sections. First you'll learn the theory mechanics and techniques of the Freehand which will be directly applied to the numerous rhythmic vocabulary permutations that follow. In this section you will practice unlimited combinations of rhythms and patterns preparing you for the final musical applications section which incorporates the freehand into your daily playing. Also included are detailed lessons beyond the basics Freehand snare drum solos and hybrid rudiments drum set grooves and applications and Freehand drum fills and poly-rhythms. As a bonus Johnny includes several play-along groove loops to practice with while you're building your new technique.

ShowTrax CD-Here's a sunny blast from the past. This 1985 hit by Katrina and the Waves is a super choice for pop/show! Available: SATB SAB 2-Part Instrumental Pak (Combo) ShowTrax Cassette. Performance Time: Approx. 3:00. Here's a sunny blast from the past. This 1985 hit by Katrina and the Waves is a super choice for pop/show! Available: SATB SAB 2-Part Instrumental Pak (Combo) ShowTrax Cassette. Performance Time: Approx. 3:00.

(ShowTrax CD)-Available separately: SATB SAB 2-Part ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 4:50.A medley of some the highlights from Danny Elfman's score to Tim Burton's animated motion picture The Nightmare Before Christmas . This Showtrax CD contains the accompaniments for Alan Billingsley's fantastic arrangement.

This easy-to-follow progressively graded Drums method is great for self-instruction or classroom use. Helps new drummers learn: Parts of the drum set Notes & beats Single- and double-stroke rolls Beats and fills in a variety of styles Music reading... and more. The CD helps students hear beats and play along. This easy-to-follow progressively graded Drums method is great for self-instruction or classroom use. Helps new drummers learn: Parts of the drum set Notes & beats Single- and double-stroke rolls Beats and fills in a variety of styles Music reading... and more. The CD helps students hear beats and play along.