A clear fun well presented book of simple tunes for a young beginer pianist. Between the melodies and exercises are useful hints explanations and guides that help the young musician to tackled ostacles in the subsequent pieces. A collection of solos and duets this is a fantastic book for an aspiring young pianist.

This series is a fun way to begin to learn music. Books 1 and 2 contain theory lessons ear training lessons and worksheets. Students from ages 8 to 12 in their first year of lessons will reinforce their music reading skills and gain a better understanding of the building blocks of music. This thorough easy-to-use theory method includes lessons ear training (CDs included with books 1 and 2) and worksheets.

UK & International edition-The essential handbook for instrumental and singing teachers relevant for working at home or in schools full-time or part-time teaching individuals or groups. Contains advice information and pragmatic solutions to teaching problems. Includes forms for lesson plans pupil profiles termly overviews and attendance registers. The Music Teacher's Companion is the essential handbook for instrumental and singing teachers. All teachers will find it relevant whether they are working at home or in schools full-time or part-time teaching individuals or groups. It contains advice information and pragmatic solutions to teaching problems forms for lesson plans pupil profiles term-by-term overviews as well as discussing concepts and strategies that may well have remained unquestioned during years of teaching. Note this is the UK Edition .

A complete course for individual and group teaching. The Essential String Method offers a comprehensive and entertaining guide to playing string instruments affiliated to the Guildhall School Of Music. Violin Book 2 continues building upon the lessons of book one with games exercises pieces and ideas that explore the next stage of Violin playing. You'll find sections covering: Rhythm games Bowing exercises Lots of new notes Left and right hand techniques Bow lifting Composing Slurs and legato Concert solos and duets Activities pages that will help you discover more about music itself!

Conceived for beginners and written in 1921 André Lafosse 's Complete method of Slide Trombone - Volume 1 is an introductory method with comments and explanation for Slide Trombone. Including various exercises and studies this complete method will also guide the player with the right positions to adopt and direct him to produce a clean sound on the instrument. Complete method of Slide Trombone has been written in three volumes the first two in 1921 and the last one in 1946 and the Bass Trombone is covered in an appendix of three pages. André Lafosse (1890-1975) was aTrombonist and a professor at Paris Conservatoire. He also composed a suite for brass quintet called 'Suite Breve' and recorded with Stravinsky.

An introduction ot jazz harmony technique and improvisation. Includes a CD of over 60 minutes of demos and backing tracks. Perfect for the beginner guitarist who wants to learn more about Jazz this book provides a comprehensive introduction to the world of Jazz Guitar. Author Phil capone explains jazz harmony in a clear and accessible style from simple chordmchanges through to the II-V-I progression turnarounds and other classic jazz sequences. Building steadily throughout the book you'll learn authentic jazz voicings and accompaniment styles and as vital jazz theory. Packed with practical advice on getting to grips with improvisation Exploring Jazz Guitar unlocks the secrets of Jazz harmony allowing you to construct authentic jazz solos. Complete with accompanying CD containing demonstration solos and live jazz backing tracks.

Ultimate Realistic Rock Drum Method arranged by the award winning Carmine Appice. New features include: two CDs with remastered original and new drum exercises three play along tracks odd time signature sections combining patterns for hands and feet. An excellent edition for the developing drummer recommended by such luminaries as Dave Weckl Gregg Bissonette Andrew Dice Clay Vinny Appice and Billy Ashbaugh.

Book 2 in the John Schaum Adult Piano Course.

A complete introduction to jazz styles-A complete introduction to Jazz styles for solo piano by Martial Solal. This collection of short pieces and exercises gives a taste of the melodic and rhythmic fundamentals of the jazz tradition. With sixty studies to develop your ear your feel and your technique arranged from simple exercises to sophisticated jazz stylings this is a progressive and practical approach to free your fingers!

for Mezzo Soprano (Alto) or Baritone-These famous methods are now available with a CD of piano accompaniments. In addition the enhanced CD also includes tempo adjustment software for CD-ROM computer use. Practical Method Of Italian Singing: For Mezzo-Soprano (Alto) Or Baritone is a famous method which is now available with online audio Piano accompaniments. Composed by Nicola Vaccai and editedby John Glen Paton for Advanced level Mezzo-Soprano (Alto) Or Baritone vocalists.

Featuring the music of Liquid Tension Experiment and Dream Theater. This DVD version includes over 20 minutes of bonus footage camera-switching options and a commentary from Potnoy himself. Mike Portnoy plays Tama drums Sabianand Sabian MAX cymbals Pro Mark 420 sticks Latin percussion Remo heads and DW pedals. Double DVD Set.

Compiled for the Percussive Arts Society this tutorial features complete listing of the 40 new international Drum rudiments seven essential rudiments charts and a CD of demonstrations.

Anyone with basic keyboard skills can dig right in and begin learning rock straight away. Starting with a thorough review of music fundamentals and basic rock theory you'll learn the basics of rock chords left-handed patterns arpeggios slash chords how to read lead sheets and get started improvising with the pentatonic scale. Other topics include blues-rock rock ballads and an introduction to the modes.

The first steps towards the fun of playing music. The Book/DVD package will guide you through everything you need to know to begin playing Bass Guitar: How to tune. How to change strings . Basic picking techniques. Reading music and tablature. Common bass lines. Playing with a drummer. Slap/Pop techniques.

A variety of exercises to develop co-ordination and strength.

New complete edition combines parts 1 and 2 into one value-priced edition. New complete edition combines parts 1 and 2 into one value-priced edition.

Violin Star is a three-book series offering beginner violinists refreshing and inspirational pieces to build confidence and musical skills. The repertoire is tailored to develop specific techniques through a range of musical styles. This Student's book contains solo violin parts along with colourful illustrations activities and playalong CD. Violin Star 2 is part of a three-book series offering beginner violinists a refreshing and inspirational choice of pieces to help build confidence and musical skills. The repertoire is imaginatively tailored to develop specific techniques through an exciting range of musical styles. This Student's book contains the solo violin parts along with colourful illustrations activities and a playalong CD. The Accompaniment book available separately includes piano and violin accompaniments for every piece. Key features of the series: An approachable progression from beginner level to Grade 2 Playalong CDs with eachStudent's book which contain specially created instrumental arrangements to convey style and mood Original compositions and arrangements by Edward Huws Jones

Ultimate Guitar Techniques Series-In Rock and Metal Runs Danny will teach you over 40 runs using all of the classic techniques used in rock and metal: bends pull-offs hammer-ons sweep picking 2 hand tapping slides vibrato and more. Each idea is played incontext with a backing track and then demonstrated slowly with full explanations on the scales and techniques used. These melodic phrases will help you to solo over the entire length of the fretboard in a variety of rock and metalsituations.In Rock and Metal Runs Danny will teach you over 40 runs using all of the classic techniques used in rock and metal: bends pull-offs hammer-ons sweep picking 2 hand tapping slides vibrato and more. Each idea is played incontext with a backing track and then demonstrated slowly with full explanations on the scales and techniques used. These melodic phrases will help you to solo over the entire length of the fretboard in a variety of rock and metalsituations.

Alfred’s new Kid’s Drum Course is a fun method that teaches you to play rhythms and songs on a variety of drums and sound sources including many simple inexpensive objects found around your home. With an accompanying CD that always lets you hear how the music should sound each lesson on every colourful page is explained in plain language that’s easy to understand. You’ll learn from three irresistible drum experts – a clever classical dog one cool cat and a friendly alligator. They keep your attention focused by pointing out what’s important on each page and help you learn by making music fun! Parents can be effective guides to help you through this course even if they’ve never had any musical training themselves. Plus you can play along with the great-sounding accompaniments on the enclosed CD and feel like you’re performing with a real band! Now get ready to take your first best step toward a lifetime of musical enjoyment. This fun colourful and easy-to-use method is beautifully illustrated and has been written by Dave Black and Steve Houghton. Book 1 is for beginner to elementary level.

Designed to be used in conjunction with Introducing Guitar Book 1 Introducing Guitar - Supplementary Songbook A contains more than 30 additional songs including 14 duets which are cross referenced to thelessons in book 1. Songs include: Lightly Row Orange Blossom Roses From The South The Mexican Hat Dance Looby Loo Down In The Valley Pease Porridge Hush Little Baby Michael Row The Boat Ashore Guitar Boogie and She Wore A Yellow Ribbon .