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Guitar Edition-Charlie Parker was arguably one of the most influential jazz musicians to have ever lived. This text presents numerous jazz lines in Charlie's style grouped by their application in a given harmonic content. Students will learn to connect lines to play over ii-V-I progressions turnarounds and other harmonic frameworks. To facilitate proficiency in all twelve keys each section of the book has a chordal play-along that modulates around the circle of fourths. Some of the techniques used in the Charlie Parker style will also be discussed with examples provided. This will help musicians analyze each of the ideas presented further ensuring their mastery. Includes access toonline audio. Charlie Parker was arguably one of the most influential jazz musicians to have ever lived. This text presents numerous jazz lines in Parker 's style grouped by their application in a given harmoniccontent. Students will learn to connect lines to play over ii-V-I progressions turnarounds and other harmonic frameworks. To facilitate proficiency in all twelve keys each section of the book has a chordal play-alongthat modulates around the circle of fourths. Some of the techniques used in the Charlie Parker style will also be discussed with examples provided. This will help musicians analyse each of the ideas presented further ensuring their mastery. Includes access to online audio.

A collection of 16 hot intermediate-level flatpicking guitar solos from five of the leading exponents of this technique. David Bromberg is known as the leader of one of the most successful acoustic bands of the 1970's and 1980's. The Kitchen Girl a fine Kentucky tune is an example of Bromberg's good taste in choosing material. Dick Fegy is a master picker of fiddle tunes and is the most heavily-featured player in the collection. San Francisco Bay area favorite Eric Thompson crosses old-time with traditional Irish playing. Michael Aumen contributes three tunes associated with Clarence White and a very interesting version of Soldier's Joy with a flair that pushes the limits ofthe hot country style. Richard Lieberson is a fine bluegrass picker who has developed a convincing swing jazz style with exciting results and a touch of humor. Written in notation and tablature. Includes access to online audio featuring performances of all the tunes in the book. A collection of 16 hot intermediate-level flatpicking guitar solos from five of the leading exponents of this technique. David Bromberg is known as the leader of one of the most successful acoustic bands of the 1970's and1980's. The Kitchen Girl a fine Kentucky tune is an example of Bromberg's good taste in choosing material. Dick Fegy is a master picker of fiddle tunes and is the most heavily-featured player in the collection. San Francisco Bayarea favorite Eric Thompson crosses old-time with traditional Irish playing. Michael Aumen contributes three tunes associated with Clarence White and a very interesting version of Soldier's Joy with a flair that pushes the limitsof the hot country style. Richard Lieberson is a fine bluegrass picker who has developed a convincing swing jazz style with exciting results and a touch of humor. Written in notation and tablature. Includes access to online audiofeaturing performances of all the tunes in the book.

This book teaches the improvisation of classical piano music through a step-by-step method including the use of chord tone approaches scales arpeggios non-chord tones motivic development ornamentation modulation stylistic variation and more. By practicing simple tasks the pianist escapes the mental pressure of performing on the spot and develops the ease and freedom of improvising in classical styles. This book also includes 7 variations on a theme by Beethoven illustrating the improvisational concept and technique. Includes access to online audio.This book teaches the improvisation of classical Piano music through a step-by-step method including the use of chord tone approaches scales arpeggios non-chord tones motivic development ornamentation modulation stylisticvariation and more. By practicing simple tasks the pianist escapes the mental pressure of performing on the spot and develops the ease and freedom of improvising in classical styles. This book also includes 7 variations on a themeby Beethoven illustrating the improvisational concept and technique. Audio available online.

This is a brilliant collection of ten favorites arranged for flatpicking guitar from top to bottom by three-time National Flatpicking Champion Steve Kaufman with some tunes running 10 to 12 pages. These extensive and exciting arrangements are designed for the intermediate through advanced student who is looking for a real challenge. Performance of this type of tune will increase your awareness of concentration and build your stamina. Flatpickers generally play a two-part tune or AABB tune. These tunes are AA BB AA CC AA DD AA and possibly with an EE AA section. These electrifying arrangements will soon become favorites of yours and those around you through Steve's clearand precise arrangement notes and comprehensive text. This is a brilliant collection of ten favorites arranged for flatpicking guitar from top to bottom by three-time National Flatpicking Champion Steve Kaufman with some tunes running 10 to 12 pages. These extensive and excitingarrangements are designed for the intermediate through advanced student who is looking for a real challenge. Performance of this type of tune will increase your awareness of concentration and build your stamina. Flatpickersgenerally play a two-part tune or AABB tune. These tunes are AA BB AA CC AA DD AA and possibly with an EE AA section. These electrifying arrangements will soon become favorites of yours and those around you through Steve's clearand precise arrangement notes and comprehensive text.

100 Hymns for Trumpet and Guitar is a collection of all-time favorite hymns arranged for trumpet 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 Trumpet and Guitar is a collection of all-time favorite hymns arranged for trumpet solo with suggested written chordal accompaniment. Fingerstyle guitar and strum styles areindicated 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 usedas preludes or offertories throughout the various seasons in the church year.

The Vocabulary Of Gypsy Jazz Violin-Do you want to sound more like the French maestro Stephane Grappelli? Here is the answer. I've selected around 250 classic Grappelli licks for you to learn. Using simple chord theory and tips for timing and style. You can start these songs instantly. Includes access to online audio containing samples solos and backing tracks for practicing your new-found skills. Do you want to sound more like the French maestro Stephan Grappelli ? Here is the answer. Tim Kliphuis has selected around 250 classic Grappelli licks for you to learn. Using Simple chord theory andtips for timing and style. You can start these songs instantly. The online audio recording contains samples solos and backing tracks to practice your new-found skills on.

These violin solos on traditional hymn tunes were written to give the intermediate violinist new and appealing repertoire that will contribute to church services throughout the year. These hymns will add variety and life to worship celebrations. Twenty-one hymn tunes are included in medleys or solos arrangements. Includes a 24-page pull-out part for the violin. These violin solos on traditional hymn tunes were written to give the intermediate violinist new and appealing repertoire that will contribute to church services throughout the year. These hymns will add variety and life toworship celebrations. Twenty-one hymn tunes are included in medleys or solos arrangements. Piano accompaniment is included.

Canadian fiddle music receives the credit and recognition it deserves in this lively collection of tunes from virtually every province and ethnic group in Canada. Originally published in 1990 this project is the result of generous donations by numerous fiddlers and fans of fiddle music. In addition to the preservation and popularization of this folk music form the contributors shared these common goals in this endeavor: composer recognition folk music revitalization in Canada and abroad acknowledgement of the violin and its own origins in the development of fiddle music and its place in Canadian society note reading and chording and to pay tribute to many greatfiddlers. This revised edition features contributions of 200 of the best tunes from the first printing as well as 200 new tunes. They consist of hornpipes strathspeys polkas waltzes calypsos reels clogs two-steps jigs airs breakdowns schottishes marches rags and laments. A bibliography and the background of each composer is included. Canadian fiddle music receives the credit and recognition it deserves in this lively collection of tunes from virtually every province and ethnic group in Canada. Originally published in 1990 this project is the result ofgenerous donations by numerous fiddlers and fans of fiddle music. In addition to the preservation and popularization of this folk music form the contributors shared these common goals in this endeavor: composer recognition folkmusic revitalization in Canada and abroad acknowledgement of the violin and its own origins in the development of fiddle music and its place in Canadian society note reading and chording and to pay tribute to many greatfiddlers. This revised edition features contributions of 200 of the best tunes from the first printing as well as 200 new tunes. They consist of hornpipes strathspeys polkas waltzes calypsos reels clogs two-steps jigs airs breakdowns schottishes marches rags and laments. A bibliography and the background of each composer is included.

Written by a master of Hawaiian slack-key guitar this text teaches the history tunings and other techniques found in slack-key guitar music. Because of the altered tunings in slack-key guitar music all of the examples and exercises in this text have been written in tab only. Topics discussed are: right and left hand technique alternating bass slides pull-offs hammering harmonics and other slack-key related topics. Includes access to online audio containing recordings of nine exercises from the book which demonstrate these techniques (with tunings). Beautiful black and white photos of native Hawaiian musicians are scattered throughout the text. Written by a master of Hawaiian Slack-Key Guitar this text teaches the history tunings and other techniques found in Slack-Key Guitar music. Because of the altered tunings in Slack-Key Guitar music all of the examples andexercises in this text have been written in tab only. Topics discussed are: right and left hand technique alternating bass slides pull-offs hammering harmonics and other Slack-Key related topics. Recordings of nineexercises from the book which demonstrates these techniques (with tunings) are provided on an accompanying audio online. Beautiful black and white photos of native Hawaiian musicians are scattered throughout the text.

This progressive scale system coordinates basic concepts from elementary to advanced scales in preparation for the Scale System by Carl Flesch. In some aspects it goes beyond the scope of the Flesch system. One-octave scales are introduced in patterns with emphasis on half steps and finger retention. The two-octave scale patterns are non-shifting. Three-octave scales are offered with traditional and modern fingerings. The double stop scales vary in fingerings in order to teach the basic concepts of double-stops. Harmonics are included beyond the scope of the Flesch system in a basic form including natural harmonics.This progressive scale system coordinates basic concepts from elementary to advanced scales in preparation for the Scale System by Carl Flesch. In some aspects it goes beyond the scope of the Flesch system. One-octave scales areintroduced in patterns with emphasis on half steps and finger retention. The two-octave scale patterns are non-shifting. Three-octave scales are offered with traditional and modern fingerings. The double stop scales vary infingerings in order to teach the basic concepts of double-stops. Harmonics are included beyond the scope of the Flesch system in a basic form including natural harmonics.

One of the most stressful situations that a music student (or any performer) encounters during their studies is the day the hour or the moment of the performance. Whether it is a first lesson entrance exam graduation recital audition or music competition there is always presence of this inner fight with our nerves. Participating in more then 35 International Guitar/Music Competitions this book intends to transmit the author's experiences from those events. You will find advice that relate to guitar performers and their specific ideas concerning competitions and repertoire but mainly the book focuses on how to deal with the issue of stage fright self control and how todeliver to the best of your abilities. Self doubt is part of all of us and enclosed are ways to control it not to eliminate it. In essence the book is intended for anyone who plays an instrument including vocalist at any level (professional amateur). One of the most stressful situations that a music student (or any performer) encounters during their studies is the day the hour or the moment of the performance. Whether it is a first lesson entrance exam graduation recital audition or music competition there is always presence of this inner fight with our nerves. Participating in more then 35 International Guitar/Music Competitions this book intends to transmit the author’s experiences from thoseevents. You will find advice that relate to guitar performers and their specific ideas concerning competitions and repertoire but mainly the book focuses on how to deal with the issue of stage fright self control and how todeliver to the best of your abilities. Self doubt is part of all of us and enclosed are ways to control it not to eliminate it. In essence the book is intended for anyone who plays an instrument including vocalist at any level(professional amateur).

First Lessons on Banjo is an ultra-easy instruction manual for beginning five-string banjo played in the three finger style in G tuning. It can be used by those with no previous experience with the banjo or music of any sort. It is so basic it can be used even by small children. The book features very detailed descriptions of even the most basic aspects such as wearing the picks properly the correct picking motion and noting the strings properly. These are aspects that are so basic most manuals skip over them. There are many detailed photos several from the player's point of view not from in front of the banjo. First Lessons on Banjo covers the most basic rolls theAlternating Thumb Roll and two Forward Rolls plus the three basic chords plus the relative minor chord. All musical examples are presented in tablature with the melody notes in boldface type so the student knows which notes to emphasize. All arrangements include lyrics which is very important to the novice who is trying to train the ear to hear the melody among the fill notes. Several tips and suggestions about the proper mental approach are included that will lead to playing by ear and arranging at an earlier stage in the student's development. There are also suggestions about developing the proper mental approach and about speed reading of tablature. These suggestions are not found in any other banjo instruction book. The 'finale' arrangement is Cripple Creek a popular banjo standard that when mastered should give the novice a great sense of accomplishment. The accompanying audio download includes all tabbed examples with the rhythm instruments and lead banjo in separate channels. The songs are played at three tempos the first tempo VERY slow then a medium tempo version and finally at performing speed with guitar mandolin and bass accompaniment. The up- tempo accompanied versions are all together at the end of the recording so the final tracks can be used as a listening recording. This also allows the student to play along with all the more interesting arrangements in sequence without skipping around the recording. Includes access to online audio and video. First Lessons on Banjo is an ultra-easy instruction manual for beginning five-string Banjo played in the three finger style in G tuning. It can be used by those with no previous experience with the Banjo or music of any sort.It is so basic it can be used even by small children. The book features very detailed descriptions of even the most basic aspects such as wearing the picks properly the correct picking motion and noting the strings properly.These are aspects that are so basic most manuals skip over them. There are many detailed photos several from the player's point of view not from in front of the Banjo. First Lessons on Banjo covers themost basic rolls the Alternating Thumb Roll and two Forward Rolls the three basic chords plus the relative minor chord. All musical exa

These fresh arrangements of fourteen old English hymns combine both classical and folk elements for a delightful effect. The flute soloist is encouraged to embellish the melodies once the basic tunes have been mastered. These solos with piano accompaniment have been modified from the Green Hill CD version to facilitate smooth interplay between the soloist and accompanist. Artistic and facilitate smooth interplay between the soloist and accompanist. Artistic and engaging these solos will be a joy to play for church services and recitals throughout the year. Includes familiar favorite tunes such as: All Things Bright and Beautiful; Let All Things Now Living; Christ the Lordis Risen Today; For the Beauty of the Earth; I Sing the Almighty Power of God; Come Ye Thankful People Come; I Want a Principle Within; Come Thou Long Expected Jesus; and more. Early intermediate in difficulty. These fresh arrangements of fourteen old English hymns combine both classical and folk elements for a delightful effect. The flute soloist is encouraged to embellish the melodies once the basic tunes have been mastered. Thesesolos with piano accompaniment have been modified from the Green Hill CD version to facilitate smooth interplay between the soloist and accompanist. Artistic and facilitate smooth interplay between the soloist and accompanist.Artistic and engaging these solos will be a joy to play for church services and recitals throughout the year. Includes familiar favorite tunes such as: All Things Bright and Beautiful; Let All Things Now Living; Christ the Lordis Risen Today; For the Beauty of the Earth; I Sing the Almighty Power of God; Come Ye Thankful People Come; I Want a Principle Within; Come Thou Long Expected Jesus; and more. Early intermediate in difficulty.

Since it came out in 1981 thousands of people have enjoyed and learned from the pages of The Backpocket Bluegrass Songbook. In addition to the lyrics and melody line the book also includes guitar chords tips on choosing theright key using the capo bluegrass music history information on each song and vintage photos. Includes words music and history of: A Beautiful Life All the Good Times Are Past and Gone Banks of the Ohio Bury MeBeneath the Willow Cumberland Gap Darling Cory Don't This Road Look Rough and Rocky Down in the Willow Garden East Virginia Give Me the Roses Now Handsome Molly I'll Be All Smiles Tonight John Hardy Just Over in theGloryland Knoxville Girl Leaning on the Everlasting Arms Life's Railway to Heaven Little Maggie Little Log Cabin in the Lane Lonesome Road Blues Long Journey Home Lord I'm Coming Home Maple on the Hill Midnight on theStormy Deep My Home's Across the Smokey Mountains Old Joe Clark Poor Ellen Smith Pretty Polly Put My Little Shoes Away Rabbit in the Log Roll in My Sweet Baby's Arms Roving Gambler Sally Goodin Seeing Nelly Home ShortLife of Trouble Sweet Sunny South The Girl I left in Sunny Tennessee When the Bees Are in the Hive Where the Soul of Man Never Dies Wildwood Flower.

This book presents transcriptions of David Grisman's solos and accompaniment patterns from the CD Shady Grove. The Shady Grove recording contains some wonderful performances of old-time American music by David Grisman and Jerry Garcia two of American music's greatest players. It is a vibrant collection of wonderful traditional American songs from a great variety of genres played in a style closely based on their traditional sources. All of the solos can be played on the standard mandolin including one written for mandola and one for banjolin (mandolin-banjo). These transcriptions will provide insight into the art of accompaniment mandolin playing as well as soloing.Performance notes by the transcriber are included. This book presents transcriptions of David Grisman’s solos and accompaniment patterns from the CD Shady Grove. The Shady Grove recording contains some wonderful performances of old-time American music by David Grisman and JerryGarcia two of American music’s greatest players. It is a vibrant collection of wonderful traditional American songs from a great variety of genres played in a style closely based on their traditional sources. All of the soloscan be played on the standard mandolin including one written for mandola and one for banjolin (mandolin-banjo). These transcriptions will provide insight into the art of accompaniment mandolin playing as well as soloing.Performance notes by the transcriber are included.

The songs in this book are familiar to children of all ages. They include not only traditional children's songs but also rounds cowboy tunes and popular Christmas songs. They have been arranged in the keys that are most suitable for singing and can be played in a variety of styles using only the words and the accompanying chords. In cases where there are two versions of a particular tune both have been included. If one version is not well known however the most widely used melody is selected. The songs are written as lyrics with chord symbols only: no music notation is provided.The songs in this book are familiar to children of all ages. They include not only traditional children's songs but also rounds cowboy tunes and popular Christmas songs. They have been arranged in the keys that are mostsuitable for singing and can be played in a variety of styles using only the words and the accompanying chords. In cases where there are two versions of a particular tune both have been included. If one version is not wellknown however the most widely used melody is selected. The songs are written as lyrics with chord symbols only; no music notation is provided.

Jazz Standard Progressions-This book contains ten walking bass lines to ten of the most common chord progressions from jazz standards. These walking bass lines will give you a good basis for what to play and how to outline the chords to provide a good solid walking bass line for soloists to improvise over. I strongly suggest that you memorize these bass lines and try to substitue different notes here and there to alter the tonal colors. Also play the given arpeggios to better hear the chord you are playing while being aware of the interval you are playing. Practice these slowly and with chordal accompaniment.This book contains ten walking bass lines to ten of the most common chord progressions from jazz standards. These walking bass lines will give you a good basis for what to play and how to outline the chords to provide a good solidwalking bass line for soloists to improvise over. I strongly suggest that you memorize these bass lines and try to substitue different notes here and there to alter the tonal colors. Also play the given arpeggios to better hearthe chord you are playing while being aware of the interval you are playing. Practice these slowly and with chordal accompaniment.

The Fiddle Club series provides a valuable resource of fiddle tunes for anyone interested in this style of music. The authors themselves music educators include bar numbers plus fingering and bowing indications which are helpful in teaching especially in group situations. Several of the tunes in this collection are arranged for two violins creating a fuller sound for ensemble performance. The Fiddle Club series provides a valuable resource of Fiddle tunes for anyone interested in this style of music. The authors themselves music educators include bar numbers plus fingering and bowingindications which are helpful in teaching especially in group situations. Several of the tunes in this collection are arranged for two Violins creating a fuller sound for ensemble performance.

A small but representative collection of well-known and lesser-known beautiful melodies from the Balkans. The carefully-chosen melodies offer a rich enjoyable and varied book. The arrangements and other adaptations (keys ornaments etc.) have been introduced to make this beautiful South-Eastern European music more suitable for performance on the recorder. It is recommended to repeat each piece 3-4 times because the melodies (like all folk songs in the world) are very short. A free piano accompaniment plus audio downloads are available for use with this title. Free audio files and piano accompaniment available.Recorder/Solos. A small but representative collection of well-known and lesser-known beautiful melodies from the Balkans. The carefully-chosen melodies offer a rich enjoyable and varied book. The arrangements and otheradaptations (keys ornaments etc.) have been introduced to make this beautiful South-Eastern European music more suitable for performance on the recorder. It is recommended to repeat each piece 3-4 times because the melodies(like all folk songs in the world) are very short. A free piano accompaniment plus audio downloads are available for use with this title. Free audio files and piano accompaniment available.