Accompaniment-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! The Accompaniment Books contain piano parts that are simple enough to allow parents or siblings with some musical skills to play. For many of the simple pieces the right hand piano part is suitable as a violin accompaniment. These are great resource books for ensemble work. Many tunes are arranged for duets trios or quartets and allow more advanced pupils to play along with beginners. Accompaniment Book Three has harmony parts that span the range of ability from beginner to able fourth year player. Books One and Two contain over a dozen games that provide variation for the class

Alfred's Basic Piano Library offers seven perfectly graded beginning series which are designed to prepare students of all ages for a successful musical learning experience. With the exception of Alfred's Basic Adult Piano Course which is complete in itself all of the beginning series are interchangeable at several levels (see arrows below) and lead into the main Alfred's Basic course which is complete through Level 6 (seven levels all together). This course then is the most flexible of any method in allowing the teacher to personally design a specific curriculum according to the age and needs of each individual student. On completion the student is readyto begin playing the great Piano masterworks.

Succeeding At The Piano - Grade 2A Recital Book provides wonderful repertoire in a variety of musical styles. Students will enjoy and be motivated to play these creative pieces for lesson assignments family and friends recitals or just for their own fun! The CD gives an opportunity for students to continue to develop their listening skills as they hear the pieces being played musically and technically correct. Also in the Recital Book students have an opportunity to play many of the pieces with a string quartet accompaniment recorded live. 'A very enlightened approach which is certainly worth considering for very young pianists.' - European Piano Teacher’s Association Journal 'The goal of my studio is to instill a life-long love of music and I choose methods that will help me attain that goal. SATP achieves this on several levels: the colorful graphics really appeal to students; the generous use of classical themes makes them feel that they are playing “important music”; the short pieces are easily mastered with 100 percent accuracy within one week; students develop smart practice habits; and above all students develop a love for music.' - Gail Lew Clavier Companion

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 Teacher's Manual for New Directions For Strings Book 1

This exciting new teaching method by the renowned piano pedagogue Hans-Günter Heumann is ideal for adults and young people looking to learn the piano from scratch or for those returning to the piano after a break from playing. Using classical music as a basis for learning this method introduces interesting varied and well-known pieces right from the outset. The two method books have been carefully designed to progress in small manageable steps beginning with simple fingering patterns and exercises onto some of the most beautiful melodies and pieces from the baroque classical and romantic eras such as the Ode to Joy Für Elise and the BlueDanube Waltz. Leading the student through a range of exercises repertoire pieces theory checks tips on practising playing and technique and composer biographies the process of learning is made interesting informed and fun. The four supplementary volumes present further material to help learning at each stage of the students’ development as well as offering up a wider range of beautiful pieces for the solo pianist or piano duet. The method books and duet collections are accompanied by a CD recording of all pieces performed on a grand piano by a professional concert pianist as well as some additional accompanying parts which can be used as play-along tracks.

Grade 6-Recordings of all the pieces from the ABRSM Grade 6 Guitar Syllabus from 2009. All duos are accompanied by another guitar and playalong tracks for these pieces are also included. A valuable resource for candidates preparing for ABRSM exams. Recordings of pieces from the new ABRSM Guitar Syllabus from 2009. Innovative and valuable resource for candidates preparing for ABRSM exams. All duos are accompanied by another Guitar and playalong tracks for these pieces are also included.

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 CDs for grades 6-8 contain recordings of all the musical examples from the specimen questions in the books including all the instructional text so that students may practice the questions as often as they like without their teacher. As with the books all theCDs have been fully revised to fit with the new ABRSM aural syllabuses.

In two volumes Hyacinthe Klosé (1808-1880) a virtuoso wind player of his day provides detailed progressive exercises and studies for the Saxophone. Complete Method for all Saxophones is essential to all saxophonists seeking to improve their technique on the instrument. Klosé 's second volume gives focus to the technique of the instrument including phrasing intervals scales chromaticism ornamentation accidentals breath control articulation dynamics and performance directions among other musical aspects. Moreover Complete Method for all Saxophones contains technicalstudies to ensure adequate comprehension of a range of techniques. It is stated in the introduction that this Klosé series was compiled as a response to the considerable evolution of the instrument at the time. With detailed notes in French and English and with the book being adaptable to any Saxophone Complete Method for all Saxophones is versatile and crucial to the progress of any Saxophone player.

Music Theory Puzzles and Games-Book (Pack of 10). Elliott K

The study of string instruments should include ensemble playing at the earliest possible stage. There is much to be gained from the playing of duets. Each player learns how to listen to the other and in a short time develops an awareness of balance musical phrasing intonation and tone quality. This type of training is excellent preparation for participation in larger groups. This collection of folk tunes and selections from the classics has been chosen because of their melodic beauty and technical value. They have been skillfully transcribed and edited by Samuel Applebaum.

Recognized for over 50 years as the best-paced and most comprehensive guitar method available Alfred's Basic Guitar Method has introduced over 3 million beginners to the joy of playing guitar. Alfred’s Basic Bass Method is the newest addition to the Alfred’s Basic family of methods featuring clear well-paced instruction covering popular styles like rock blues country and jazz. Lots of photos and diagrams make learning easy and the DVD includes iPod-compatible video that is perfect for the visual learner. Learning to play has never been easier or more fun than with Alfred’s Basic Bass Method-the first and best choice for today’s beginning guitar students. Book 1features all the necessities including how to hold your bass tuning your bass right-hand and left-hand technique basics of reading music notes on all four strings scales licks and songs how to read TAB playing slides and accents and photos and diagrams. The DVD included features iPod-compatible video that is perfect for the visual learner.

Hours With The Masters - Volume 2 (transitional). Selected graded classics for Piano including fingering interpretative notes metronome rates etc. by Dorothy Bradley .

This exciting new teaching method by the renowned piano pedagogue Hans-Gunter Heumann is ideal for adults and young people looking to learn the piano from scratch or for those returning to the piano after a break from playing. Using classical music as a basis for learning this method introduces interesting varied and well-known pieces right from the outset. The two method books have been carefully designed to progress in small manageable steps beginning with simple fingering patterns and exercises onto some of the most beautiful melodies and pieces from the baroque classical and romantic eras such as the Ode to Joy Fur Elise and the Blue Danube Waltz.Leading the student through a range of exercises repertoire pieces theory checks tips on practicing playing and technique and composer biographies the process of learning is made interesting informed and fun. The four supplementary volumes present further material to help learning at each stage of the students' development as well as offering up a wider range of beautiful pieces for the solo pianist or piano duet.The method books and duet collections are accompanied by a CD recording of all pieces performed on a grand piano by a professional concert pianist as well as some additional accompanying parts which can be used as play-along tracks.

For the Earliest Beginner-Learn to play the Piano in the most enjoyable and natural way with the progressive tried-and-tested John W. Schaum Piano Course . This Green Book is aimed at the absolute beginner with no previous musical knowledge. Many teachers who use a tutor book to enhance their own pedagogical methods tend to try out a number of different titles but those who try John W. Schaum rarely move on to any other. These books are guaranteed to keep young beginners interested and motivated while also most importantly of all enjoying their playing. The book is very simple and easy-to-use moving logically through the conceptsthat any beginning pianist needs to know. This will ensure a solid foundation for when pupils move on to the next level of the Piano Course . The colourful pictures help to keep the sometimes difficult concepts exciting and the words that accompany the simplistic melodies are specifically aimed at young people creating tunes that beginners will genuinely enjoy playing. The John W. Schaum Piano Course lays out a clear and straightforward path for beginners to the Piano with this book aimed at those who have no prior knowledge helping them to lay the groundwork before they progress to Grade One. For an efficient effective and most of all enjoyable way to teach young beginners to play the Piano you'd be hard-pressed to find a better quality tutor than John W. Schaum 's Piano Course. With such a wealth of Piano tutor books out there it's difficult to know who to trust. Schaum 's course was first completed back in 1945 and it's still a favourite today and we know you'll be amazed at how swiftly your child or pupil picks up the Piano with this tutor.

The first volume of one of the most systematic and successful piano methods ever compiled. Volume 1 covers the elementary stages of study including singing and picking out melodies familiarisation with the keyboard and reading printed music. The Russian School Of Piano Playing is the Piano method officially recommended for use in Children's Music Schools throughout Russia. It is generally considered to be one of the most systematic and successful Piano methods ever to be produced. This is Part 1 of Book 1 and is devoted to the elementary stages of study - singing and picking out melodies by ear getting to know the Keyboard and reading the printed note and then using the very basic examples to master the most elementary aspects of Piano playing.

This DVD showcases fifteen of the true legends of jazz drumming in astounding extended solos and in rare never-before-seen drum duels. Includes solos from Buddy Rich Sam Woodyard Sonny Payne Rufus Jones and Louie Bellson andbattles between Gene Krupa and Cozy Cole Buddy Rich and Ed Shaughnessy; Chico Hamilton Gene Krupa and Lionel Hampton; Elvin Jones Sunny Murray and Art Blakey; and a once in a lifetime meeting of Buddy Rich and Jerry Lewis! Alsofeatures a full length commentary from Peter Erskine and the original trailer for 'The Gene Krupa Story'.

These books build solid reading skills for all pianists. This includes: Daily Note Search that emphasizes quick recognition of notes out of five-finger positions Short Phrases that provide quick note-readingexercises that strengthen and build strong sight-readers Suggested practice routine that fosters self-evaluation habits.

An Introduction to Jazz Harmony Technique and Improvisation- This definitive book is designed for the intermediate clarinettist looking for an introduction to the world of jazz. Renowned jazz saxophonist Ollie Weston introduces key concepts step by step explaining clearly and simply throughout with the minimum of musical jargon. Improvisation is featured from the very beginning with authentic live jazz trio recordings on the accompanying CD for you to play along with. Key subjects covered include: modes swing playing melodic development the 2-5-1 progression jazz blues progressions pentatonic scales jazz chord extensions stylistic development unique clarinet sounds and many more.

Grades 1-3-This book is for Clarinet players of all ages who wish to develop their sight-reading skills and contains a number of graded exercises which lead up to examples of tests of similar standard to those set by the major examinationboards.