This book the first in a series on a variety of Brazilian musical styles is completely dedicated to the choro. It contains 12 piano pieces including 6 original compositions by the authors and 6 arrangements of choros written by some of the greatest Brazilian composers like Pat pio Silva Joaquim Callado Anacleto de Medeiros and Satiro Bilhar. This book the first in a series on a variety of Brazilian musical styles is completely dedicated to the choro. It contains 12 piano pieces including 6 original compositions by the authors and 6 arrangements of choroswritten by some of the greatest Brazilian composers like Patápio Silva Joaquim Callado Anacleto de Medeiros and Sátiro Bilhar.

Mariachi music for most of its 200 or so years has primarily been an aural tradition passing songs down from generation to generation ear to ear. This collection puts many popular tunes from the genre in print for any classical guitarist to play. Author Laura Sobrino has been a professional mariachi and is familiar with the stylistic intricacies that truly make this Mexican traditional and popular music unique. Written in standard notation and tablature. Mariachi music for most of its 200 or so years has primarily been an aural tradition passing songs down from generation to generation ear to ear. This collection puts many popular tunes from the genre in print for any classicalguitarist to play. Author Laura Sobrino has been a professional mariachi and is familiar with the stylistic intricacies that truly make this Mexican traditional and popular music unique. Written in standard notation and tablature.

A new collection by Argentine guitar virtuoso and composer Jorge Morel. This collection features solos by three renowned Latin composers plus two original solo guitar compositions by the author/compiler. All works are in the tango/milonga dance form and are presented in notation and tablature. Selections include: Don Agustin Bardi by Horacio Salgan: Gallo Ciego by Agustin Bardi: El Choclo by Angel Villoldo: and Milonga del Viento and Otro Tango: Buenos Aires by Jorge Morel. Includes access to a companion online audio featuring Mr. Morel's performance of each solo. A new collection by Argentine guitar virtuoso and composer Jorge Morel. This collection features solos by three renowned Latin composers plus two original solo guitar compositions by the author/compiler. All works are in thetango/milonga dance form and are presented in notation and tablature. Selections include: Don Agustin Bardi by Horacio Salgan; Gallo Ciego by Agustin Bardi; El Choclo by Angel Villoldo; and Milonga del Viento and Otro Tango;Buenos Aires by Jorge Morel. Includes access to a companion online audio featuring Mr. Morel's performance of each solo.

8 New Blues Tunes For Classical and Fingerstyle Guitar-The blues present an opportunity to be deeply expressive. Every note can be colored with pitch bends slides vibrato and all manner of attacks. The style makes it easy to own the music to close your eyes and play as if you wrote it. These pieces are designed to be fun and entertaining as they work through the sharp keys which are most friendly to the guitar. By working through these keys however they develop a player's awareness of the different tonalities and the way patterns may be altered to facilitate key changes. Written in notation and tablature.The blues present an opportunity to be deeply expressive. Every note can be colored with pitch bends slides vibrato and all manner of attacks. The style makes it easy to own the music to close your eyes and play as if youwrote it. These pieces are designed to be fun and entertaining as they work through the sharp keys which are most friendly to the guitar. By working through these keys however they develop a player's awareness of the differenttonalities and the way patterns may be altered to facilitate key changes. Written in notation and tablature.

Twenty-four solos for alto (treble) recorder based on famous classic melodies by Beethoven Brahms Chopin Corelli Dvorak Faurê Grieg Mozart and others as well as several folk songs and original pieces by the author. This music is specially arranged for the beginning-level pupil. Includes piano accompaniment and a 16-page pull-out section for the treble/alto recorder. Twenty-four solos for alto (treble) recorder based on famous classic melodies by Beethoven Brahms Chopin Corelli Dvorak FaurÈ Grieg Mozart and others as well as several folk songs and original pieces by the author. Thismusic is specially arranged for the beginning-level pupil. Piano accompaniment included.

Level 2- Complete Blues Harmonica Lesson Series-The Exploring series of books within the Harmonica Masterclass Lesson Series walks you through each of the most common played positions on the ten hole diatonic harmonica. This volume for 2nd position focuses on the basic principles of what makes 2nd Position work scales that help maneuverability and speed within 2nd Position deep study into blues phrasing and interactive jamming with David Barrett and the David Barrett Blues Band. The book contains an extensive catalog of 2nd Position blues licks and phrases that use common soloing scales. This book also goes into great depth studying blues phrasing and will help you start your journey into creating great solos.Written in notation and harmonica tablature. Includes access to online audio. The 'Exploring' series of books within the Harmonica Masterclass Lesson Series walks you through each of the most common played positions on the ten hole diatonic harmonica. This volume for 2nd position focuses on the basicprinciples of what makes 2nd Position work scales that help maneuverability and speed within 2nd Position deep study into blues phrasing and interactive jamming with David Barrett and the David Barrett Blues Band. The bookcontains an extensive catalog of 2nd Position blues licks and phrases that use common soloing scales. This book also goes into great depth studying blues phrasing and will help you start your journey into creating great solos.Written in notation and harmonica tablature. Includes access to online audio.

Celebrate the holiday season with Mel Bay's collection of Christmas carols arranged for flute and piano. Contemporary tonal colors and harmonic progressions enhance these delightful arrangements. Carols are extended through variations to extend duration and add melodic interest. Each piece modulates to the next so that the entire collection may be performed as an extended suite. The diversity of styles range from a quasi-jazz rendition of 'We Three Kings of Orient Are' to a contemporary version of 'Deck The Halls With Boughs of Holly'. Guaranteed to please the audience and performer alike. Includes access to online audio and a PDF download of the piano accompaniment. Celebrate the holiday season with Mel Bay's collection of Christmas carols arranged for Flute and Piano. Contemporary tonal colors and harmonic progressions enhance these delightful arrangements. Carols are extendedthrough variations to extend duration and add melodic interest. Each piece modulates to the next so that the entire collection may be performed as an extended suite. The diversity of styles range from a quasi-jazzrendition of ' We Three Kings of Orient Are ' to a contemporary version of ' Deck The Halls With Boughs of Holly '. Guaranteed to please the audience and performer alike. Features a 48-page Keyboard accompanimentplus a 16-page flute pull-out section. Includes access to online audio.

Of Original Guitar Duets-Laurindo Almeida (1917-1995) belongs to an elite group of Brazilian/American guitarists who by composing important works for the guitar reinstated the instrument in his native country as worthy of serious musical study. This comprehensive collection presents Almeida's duets preserving original left and right hand fingerings. Written in standard notation only. Laurindo Almeida (1917-1995) belongs to an elite group of Brazilian/American guitarists who by composing important works for the Guitar reinstated the instrument in his native country as worthy of serious musicalstudy. This comprehensive collection presents Almeida 's duets preserving original left and right hand fingerings. Written in standard notation only.

Traditional Songs from Québec for English-Speakers is a collection of 25 hand-picked powerful and gorgeous songs. They range from rousing and rollicking to exquisite and heartbreaking and from widely-known to rare gems of the repertoire. Each song is presented in French as well as in singable English with well-crafted lyrics and each is accompanied by an introduction that adds to an appreciation and understanding of its background. Additionally each song includes transcriptions of the melody as well as two interlocking optional harmonies that can be used singly or together. Both singers and a wide variety of instrumentalists can use these beautifularrangements (and may find helpful the 100 free recordings of them with the melody and harmonies together and separately on the web.) The book's introduction gives a brief historical overview of Québécois traditional songs as well as a guide to the use of the book and playing of the songs. In the back of the book you'll find lists of all the recordings and books referenced within plus lists of festivals camps and gatherings where you can enjoy hear learn and share in some of Québec's rich store of traditional music. Traditional Songs from Québec for English-Speakers is a collection of 25 hand-picked powerful and gorgeous songs. They range from rousing and rollicking to exquisite and heartbreaking and from widely-known to rare gems of therepertoire. Each song is presented in French as well as in singable English with well-crafted lyrics and each is accompanied by an introduction that adds to an appreciation and understanding of its background. Additionally each song includes transcriptions of the melody as well as two interlocking optional harmonies that can be used singly or together. Both singers and a wide variety of instrumentalists can use these beautifularrangements (and may find helpful the 100 free recordings of them with the melody and harmonies together and separately on the web.) The book's introduction gives a brief historical overview of Québécois traditionalsongs as well as a guide to the use of the book and playing of the songs. In the back of the book you'll find lists of all the recordings and books referenced within plus lists of festivals camps and gatherings where you canenjoy hear learn and share in some of Québec's rich store of traditional music.

Learn from the best. Grandpa Jones was a country music legend and a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame. He was very well known and respected for his own style of clawhammer banjo. The instructions are helpful for the beginner with tips on caring for your banjo to keep it sounding its best. The text covers tunings chord diagrams and the right hand rhythm patterns that made Grandpa Jones famous with the 5-string banjo.For the intermediate musician there are alternate tunings drop thumb rhythm and exercises for practicing your new skills. Included are several favorite songs along with lyrics and chords for your accompanist.The preface of the book written byGrandpa Jones along with the collection of personal photographs makes this an excellent keepsake as well. This is simply a must for your music library. Learn from the best. Grandpa Jones was a country music legend and a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame. He was very well known and respected for his own style of clawhammer banjo. The instructions are helpful for thebeginner with tips on caring for your banjo to keep it sounding its best. The text covers tunings chord diagrams and the right hand rhythm patterns that made Grandpa Jones famous with the 5-string banjo. For the intermediatemusician there are alternate tunings drop thumb rhythm and exercises for practicing your new skills. Included are several favorite songs along with lyrics and chords for your accompanist. The preface of the book writtenby Grandpa Jones along with the collection of personal photographs makes this an excellent keepsake as well. This is simply a must for your music library.

100 Hymns for Flute and Guitar is a collection of all-time favorite hymns arranged for flute solo with suggested written chordal accompaniment. Fingerstyle guitar and strum styles are indicated on each solo and capo chords are shown where appropriate. Other chordal instrumentalists can also use the written material. The repertoire spans centuries and represents a wonderful assortment of solos which may be used as preludes or offertories throughout the various seasons in the church year. 100 Hymns for Flute and Guitar is a collection of all-time favorite hymns arranged for flute solo with suggested written chordal accompaniment. Fingerstyle guitar and strum styles are indicatedon each solo and capo chords are shown where appropriate. Other chordal instrumentalists can also use the written material. The repertoire spans centuries and represents a wonderful assortment of solos which may be used aspreludes or offertories throughout the various seasons in the church year.

This text includes fifty-eight pieces of music as well as recorded audio of the entire book. Ben Bolt believes these pieces are the best of the best for developing technique musicianship and exposing the guitarist to the ingenious musical world of Fernando Sor. Regardless of your current level of expertise this music will be a joy to learn and listen to. Titles include: Napoleon's Theme: E Minor at Midnight: Rhapsody in D: March of the Wooden Soldier: and Easter Hymn are sure to please any audience. Ben Bolt's digital recordings of his arrangements are superb. His warm tone and singing vibrato bring Sor's music to life. All interpretations are classically correct. Heplays on his Fleta and Sons concert guitar made in Barcelona Spain (1976). Fernando Sor was born in Barcelona Spain (1778). Includes access to online audio. This collection includes 58 pieces of music by the Spanish Guitar master Fernando Sor as well as audio of the entire book recorded by Ben Bolt . Ben Bolt believes these pieces are the 'bestof the best' for developing technique musicianship and exposing the guitarist to the ingenious musical world of Fernando Sor . Regardless of your current level of expertise this music will be a joy to learn and listento. Pieces include: Napoleon's Theme E Minor at Midnight Rhapsody in D March of the Wooden Soldier and Easter Hymn . Ben Bolt 's digital recordings of his arrangements are superb. Hiswarm tone and singing vibrato bring Sor 's music to life. All interpretations are classically correct. He plays on his Fleta and Sons concert Guitar made in Barcelona Spain (1976).

Great performers have proven that the trumpet can be successfully used for playing not only classic music but also symphonic or chamber music from the classical romantic or modern period just as well as any other musical instrument. No longer is contemporary repertoire considered unfit for the trumpet.Every sincere instrumentalist needs a regular study program. A daily practice of technical exercises and etudes is necessary for improving and maintaining the desired results. Regularly playing works of music should be the aim of every musician amateur as well as professional. The best keys have been carefully chosen for trumpet and therefore many songs are not in thekeys in which they were originally written. Also a number of other adaptations have been introduced to make the music more suitable for performance on the trumpet in B flat. The structure of the music has not been altered. Composers include: Mozart Beethoven Haydn Praetorius Corrette Mozart Handel Bach Hook Lully Boismortier Schumann Rameau Saint-Saens Purcell and Martini. The piano accompaniment is available as a free download. Great performers have proven that the trumpet can be successfully used for playing not only classic music but also symphonic or chamber music from the classical romantic or modern period just as well as any other musicalinstrument. No longer is contemporary repertoire considered unfit for the trumpet. Every sincere instrumentalist needs a regular study program. A daily practice of technical exercises and etudes is necessary for improving andmaintaining the desired results. Regularly playing works of music should be the aim of every musician amateur as well as professional. The best keys have been carefully chosen for trumpet and therefore many songs are not in thekeys in which they were originally written. Also a number of other adaptations have been introduced to make the music more suitable for performance on the trumpet in B flat. The structureof the music has not been altered. Composers include: Mozart Beethoven Haydn Praetorius Corrette Mozart Händel Bach Hook Lully Boismortier Schumann Rameau Saint-Saëns Purcell and Martini. The piano accompaniment isavailable as a free download.

This collection contains 16 traditional fiddling tunes from across North America. They are arranged in a theme and variation format typical of American fiddling. The authentic fiddling style harmonies are written so that various combinations from solo instrument with piano to duets and trios to full string quartet/orchestra are possible. Included are two violin parts and piano accompaniment. American Fiddle Tunes for Solo and Ensemble books are written as ensemble books so they can be played as solo books with piano accompaniment or together as ensemble. Includes a 32-page pull-out part for the piano.This collection contains 16 traditional fiddling tunes from across North America. They are arranged in a theme and variation format typical of American fiddling. The authentic fiddling style harmonies are written so that variouscombinations from solo instrument with piano to duets and trios to full string quartet/orchestra are possible. Included are two violin parts and piano accompaniment. American Fiddle Tunes for Solo and Ensemble books are written asensemble books so they can be played as solo books with piano accompaniment or together as ensemble.

Author Steve Marsh has spent many years playing guitar in the folk clubs of the United Kingdom where Irish music is in abundance. This collection draws from his extensive collection of original arrangements of traditional tunes. The songs vary in style and can be grouped into sets for use in a recital program. Many of the folk songs have been handed down from generation to generation so several versions of a song may exist. Therefore the author has taken a few liberties with the tempo and rhythmic structures of a limited number of tunes in this collection. In general the pieces in this album range from moderate standard to difficult. In standard notation only.Author Steve Marsh has spent many years playing guitar in the folk clubs of the United Kingdom where Irish music is in abundance. This collection draws from his extensive collection of original arrangements of traditional tunes.The songs vary in style and can be grouped into sets for use in a recital program. Many of the folk songs have been handed down from generation to generation so several versions of a song may exist. Therefore the author has takena few liberties with the tempo and rhythmic structures of a limited number of tunes in this collection. In general the pieces in this album range from moderate standard to difficult. In standard notation only.

50 Tunes Volume 1 for Fiddle is one book in a 5-book series. The 50 Tunes series is a collection of Bluegrass Old Time and Celtic tunes for ensembles families and individuals. This book contains the same 50 tunes as those found in the other 4 books of the series but carefully designed for the fiddle.The parts in this book range from beginner to advanced. All tunes contain a simple melody and most of the tunes contain an intermediate or advanced part. Many tunes contain a harmony part to match the melody. Since fiddle contests are a tradition in American and Celtic fiddling 50 Tunes Volume 1 for Fiddle contains hoedowns waltzes reels rags hornpipes jigs polkas and airs.Some of the tunes are authentic to true championship fiddling and were arranged and recorded by a former national champion fiddler. Includes access to online audio. Tunes recorded by full band not all instruments featured in every song. 50 Tunes Volume 1 for Fiddle is one book in a 5-book series. The 50 Tunes series is a collection of Bluegrass Old Time and Celtic tunes for ensembles families and individuals. This book contains the same 50 tunes as thosefound in the other 4 books of the series but carefully designed for the Fiddle. The parts in this book range from beginner to advanced. All tunes contain a simple melody and most of the tunes contain an intermediate oradvanced part. Many tunes contain a harmony part to match the melody. Since fiddle contests are a tradition in American and Celtic fiddling 50 Tunes Volume 1 for Fiddle contains hoedowns waltzes reels rags hornpipes jigs polkas and airs. Some of the tunes are authentic to true championship fiddling and were arranged and recorded by a former national champion fiddler. Includes access to online audio. Tunes recorded by full band notall instruments featured in every song.

This book is packed with seventeen great fingerstyle arrangements of jazz standards. Each tune is presented in standard notation and tab for easy reading. These playable solos work great for fingerstyle players wanting to broaden their repertoire with jazz classics. Guitar solos include: All the Things You Are Alone Together Beautiful Love A Day in the Life of a Fool (Manha de Carnaval) A Felicidade (Adieu Tristesse) Have You Met Miss Jones? How High the Moon I Could Write a Book I Love You I've Got You Under My Skin Just Friends Makin' Whoopee My Funny Valentine My Secret Love The Shadow of Your Smile Summertime and The Way You Look Tonight.This book is packed with great fingerstyle arrangements of jazz standards. Each tune is presented in standard notation and tab for easy reading. These playable solos work great for fingerstyle players wanting to broaden theirrepertoire with familiar tunes. Perfect for gigs or fun.

Backpocket Old-Time Songbook is considered a classic. In addition to song lyrics musical notation and guitar chords it is packed with hints on singing in the right key singing with an instrument transposing your chords usinga capo plus a short history of old-time songs minstrel songs dance tunes knockdown tunes ballads parlor songs and gospel songs. Includes numerous vintage photos. Includes words music and history of: Angelina Baker Bald-Headed End of the Broom Bravest Cowboy Bully of the Town Cindy Cluck Old Hen Come Take a Trip in My Airship Cotton-Eyed Joe Cumberland Gap Darling Nelly Gray Diamond Joe Dixie Don’t You Hear Jerusalem Moan? GroundHog Hard Times Come Again No More I’m Gwine Back to Dixie I’m the Man Who Rose the Mule Around the World Jordan is a Hard Road to Travel Keep My Skillet Good and Greasy Kingdom Coming Little Rosewood Casket Little LogCabin in the Lane Little Stream of Whiskey Milwaukee Blues Mole in the Ground Oh Them Golden Slippers Oh My Little Darling Old Maid’s Last Hope Pap’s Billy Goat Pretty Saro Rambling Boy Shady Grove Shall We Gather atthe River? Sourwood Mountain Sugar Babe Watermelon on the Vine Wild Bill Jones Wildwood Flower Wind and Rain Yellow Rose of Texas.

Beginning drum books can make or break a student's desire to learn the instrument. This book was conceived by a seasoned professional with the idea of developing a collection of exercises that effectively balance simplicity to hold the student's interest. The techniques have been tried and tested through the author's many years of teaching beginning rock drumming. The end result of the author's efforts is a book that specifically addresses the rock drum kit as used in today's pop music. This comprehensive progressive method provides all the concepts and guidance needed to develop solid basic rock drumming skills.Beginning drum books can make or break a student's desire to learn the instrument. This book was conceived by a seasoned professional with the idea of developing a collection of exercises that effectively balance simplicity tohold the student's interest. The techniques have been tried and tested through the author's many years of teaching beginning rock drumming. The end result of the author's efforts is a book that specifically addresses the rock drumkit as used in today's pop music. This comprehensive progressive method provides all the concepts and guidance needed to develop solid basic rock drumming skills.

Not your typical fiddle-tune book these tunes range from variations of regular tunes to obscure Scottish polkas classical duets gypsy fiddle tunes Cajun tunes and even two or three original tunes with many in third and fifth position. Uncompromising care was taken in the transcription of these pieces and virtually nothing was simplified. There are several classical piano pieces trimmed down to violin solos and duets Americana and even the author's own variations on 'Carnival of Venice.' Included is an extensive section on playing back-up fiddle to another instrument dwelling on chord patterns double-stops bowing patterns 'shuffles ' and all manner of accompaniment andall fiddle tunes have chord symbols included. Not your typical fiddle-tune book these tunes range from variations of regular tunes to obscure Scottish polkas classical duets gypsy fiddle tunes Cajun tunes and even two or three original tunes with many in third andfifth position. Uncompromising care was taken in the transcription of these pieces and virtually nothing was simplified. There are several classical Piano pieces trimmed down to violin solos and duets Americana and eventhe author’s own variations on “Carnival of Venice.” Included is an extensive section on playing back-up Fiddle to another instrument dwelling on chord patterns double-stops bowing patterns “shuffles ” and all manner ofaccompaniment and all Fiddle tunes have chord symbols included.