American Melodies To 1865-These 45 early-American melodies work especially well on the modern flute. They provide excellent material for developing skills in rapid tonguing phrasing and extended breath 8 controlMany of these melodies have roots in the Old World. For example La Cachucha La Cracovienne and La Smolenska were brought to America by the amazing ballerina Fanny Elssler. (For her White House performance Congress adjourned early!) A separate recorder editionis available.These 45 early-American melodies work especially well on the modern flute. They provide excellent material for developing skills in rapid tonguing phrasing and extended breath 8 controlMany of these melodies have roots in theOld World. For example 'La Cachucha ' 'La Cracovienne ' and 'La Smolenska' were brought to America by the amazing ballerina Fanny Elssler. (For her White House performance Congress adjourned early!) A separate recorder edition is available.

This new book is designed for seniors who wish to learn to play the ukulele. Care has been taken to select repertoire familiar and appealing to a more mature audience and attention has been given to the pacing of the material. Basic chords are given and variety of songs and exercises make the learning fast and fun. Includes access to play along audio containing all the songs taught in the book. This new book is designed for seniors who wish to learn to play the Ukulele. Care has been taken to select repertoire familiar and appealing to a more mature audience and attention has been given to the pacing of the material.Basic chords are given and variety of songs and exercises make the learning fast and fun. Play along audio includes all songs taught in the book. Includes access to online audio.

If you've heard jazz guitarists like Joe Pass play chord melody you may think that the style requires an encyclopedic knowledge of music theory musical super-powers or making a deal with the devil. But fear not! This book will show you how to create your own satisfying chord melody arrangements on the mandolin...and will do so in a practical applicable non stroke-inducing way. Aaron Weinstein has many musical accomplishments. I am very proud to have played a small part with some of them. When he was only 12 he made his first recordings and asked me to play mandolin on them. I was knocked out to encounter someone that young that was conversant in both old-time or contest fiddling and Joe Venuti style jazz. Not long after that Aaron became interested in the mandolin and chords and he came by every so often to play and discuss voicings improvisation and the like. I showed him some of the Jethro Burns chord melody arrangements that Jethro showed me. I've been teaching those for decades in hopes of one day playing them smoothly myself! Fast forward a few more years and Aaron has a Berklee degree traveled the world playing hot violin music and is hobnobbing with the greatest NYC jazz stars. And oh yeah one other thing: he took the art of chord-melody mandolin style to an entirely new level! The rich harmonies of the standard jazz and show tune repertoire the swinging bass lines and connecting chords and independent voice movements (doing more than one thing at a time) are all present in Aaron's style thanks to his great ear open mind and gift at locating things on the fretboard. And now Aaron has documented explained and shared his discoveries and approach with all of us in this book. Thank you Aaron! This is truly a step-by-step method that you will enjoy. You'll find yourself saying 'oh of course!' as the author gets you playing and understanding things that sound very detailed and complex. The first section I would call the mandolinistic stuff: the how-to on getting things moving and connected on the fretboard. This part is laid out in a very logical manner with clear explanations and fun activities. After working through these etudes you will know the fretboard better and be a better mandolin playing musician regardless of what style of music is your favorite. As I looked this part over I recalled the parable about 'give someone a fish and he will have a meal. Teach him to fish and he'll eat the rest of his life..' The second part puts your new-found chops to work playing some great solo chord melody tunes Weinstein style. Again the author walks us gently into the material by providing two versions of each piece the basic structure followed by a more developed version. In the history of mandolin playing there have been many examples of techniques arrangements and music that might be thought of as 'chord-melody' style. Consider works by Raffaele Calace or 'Duo' style from the early twentieth century American stylists and

A wonderful collection of Dixieland tunes for fingerstyle Guitar. Titles include: Indiana Bill Bailey 12th Street Rag When the Saints Go Marching In That's a Plenty Way Down Yonder in New Orleans Royal Garden Blues and Tiger Rag . Perfect for the intermediate guitarist looking for some great Dixieland melodies to add to their repertoire. This book comes with an online audio recording of Nashville's Tommy Flint playing each of the solos. A wonderful collection of Dixieland tunes for fingerstyle Guitar. Titles include: Indiana Bill Bailey 12th Street Rag When the Saints Go Marching In That's a Plenty Way Down Yonder in New Orleans Royal Garden Blues and Tiger Rag . Perfect for the intermediate guitarist looking for some great Dixieland melodies to add to their repertoire. This book comes with an online audio recording of Nashville's Tommy Flint playing each of thesolos.

50 Celtic Reels A-L For Mandolin-Steve Kaufman Three Time National Flatpicking Champion does it again. This first installment of a four part series brings us Steve's favorite Celtic Reels transcribed for the mandolin (and fiddle too). Though the title says Fifty reels there are actually quite a few more. This is a large collection of reels will build your repertoire as well as help you develop more ideas licks and runs for arranging your own melodies. All the songs in the book are played note for note on the accompanying audio at about -+ speed. Your goal is to learn the song memorize it and then race with the Champ. Includes access to online audio. Steve Kaufman Three Time National Flatpicking Champion does it again. This first installment of a four part series brings us Kaufman 's's favorite Celtic Reels transcribed for the Mandolin (and Fiddletoo). Though the title says 'Fifty' reels there are actually quite a few more. This is a large collection of reels will build your repertoire as well as help you develop more ideas licks and runs for arranging your ownmelodies. All the songs in the book are played note for note on the accompanying audio at about -+ speed. Your goal is to learn the song memorise it and then race with the Champ. Includes access to online audio.

With Online Audio-Written for the intermediate to advanced jazz guitarist this book assumes an adequate knowledge of chord scales and jazz theory. The topics include playing modally chord substitutions Coltrane substitutions diminished and melodic minor scales as well as dealing with pentatonics. Companion audio download available online. Written for the intermediate to advanced jazz guitarist this book assumes an adequate knowledge of chord scales and jazz theory. The topics include playing modally chord substitutions Coltrane substitutions diminished andmelodic minor scales as well as dealing with pentatonics. Companion audio download available online.

Finally. There is a definitive reference guide available for Harmonicas in each and every key. This ground breaking series unlocks the musical power of the 10-hole major diatonic Harmonica. One key at a time each isdesigned to present detailed musical information for beginners intermediate and advanced players who are either music readers or non-reading players. Learn the notes intervals bends overbends dyads chords arpeggios modesand scales that are specific to each Harmonica key. There is also a special section in each book showing other types of diatonic Harmonicas and the variations unique to them like - extreme bending low-tuned octave andtremolo-tuned models and more.

Easy to play five-string banjo arrangements of twenty-four children's favorites by banjo master Ross Nickerson. Not only are these songs fun to play but from an instructional standpoint they are perfect for helping you develop the ability to bring out the melody in the bluegrass banjo style. Accenting the melody within the steady rhythmic roll of banjo playing is one of the biggest challenges facing banjo students and these familiar melodies are ideal for your development of that skill. Each song is arranged and performed using proper three-finger bluegrass technique. The arrangements are carefully designed to bring out the melody but easy enough for a beginner or intermediateplayer to learn quickly. The tablature in the book is large and easy to read with accent marks for melody notes as well as right and left-hand fingering indications. This book is not simply a tablature book! Children's Songs for Banjo Made Easy also features instruction on learning the chords to each song chord progression charts for each song special learning tips for each arrangement a full page of advice on memorizing the songs and more. Also in the instructional section of the book Ross includes a page of suggestions on the best use of practice time and how to develop the skills needed to succeed with each piece. Includes online access to a high quality studio recorded audio of all the songs played at three speeds and a bonus track of Ross performing. Easy to play five-string Banjo arrangements of twenty-four Children's favorites by Banjo master Ross Nickerson . Not only are these songs fun to play but from an instructional standpoint they are perfect for helping youdevelop the ability to bring out the melody in the bluegrass Banjo style. Accenting the melody within the steady rhythmic roll of Banjo playing is one of the biggest challenges facing Banjo students and these familiarmelodies are ideal for your development of that skill. Each song is arranged and performed using proper three-finger bluegrass technique. The arrangements are carefully designed to bring out the melody but easy enough for abeginner or intermediate player to learn quickly.

The format used in this book was developed by Norm Jones a self-taught non-music reading ukulele enthusiast. Norm was unable to find the songs that he wanted in just a lyric/chord format so he developed his own. He later added thematic graphics to make the sheets more attractive. The music is not provided so it is necessary that the player know the tune. However this is a great format for people who either play or would like to play the ukulele but don't read music. The novelty of this format will entertain and provide enjoyment to those who are more accomplished strummers as well.The format used in this book was developed by Norm Jones a self-taught non-music reading ukulele enthusiast. Norm was unable to find the songs that he wanted in just a lyric/chord format so he developed his own. He later addedthematic graphics to make the sheets more attractive. The music is not provided so it is necessary that the player know the tune. However this is a great format for people who either play or would like to play the ukulele butdon’t read music. The novelty of this format will entertain and provide enjoyment to those who are more accomplished strummers as well.

Dulcimer Jam takes common and obscure tunes heard in jam sessions and arranges them for hammered dulcimer fretted dulcimers (with tablature) and other instruments to play in a jam session setting.

Joining a jam session can be intimidating. Presented here is everything a beginning or intermediate mandolin player needs to know to participate in a jam session. There are sections that describe how jam sessions work and jam session etiquette. The book also describes the typical chords and keys for jamming and describes right hand usage. A section is included on the role each instrument plays in bluegrass rhythm. A play-along audio is included with 9 typical bluegrass jam tunes. The tunes are played twice: once with the tune played on the left channel and a verbal description on the right channel and once in stereo. Includes access to online audio.Joining a jam session can be intimidating. Presented here is everything a beginning or intermediate Mandolin player needs to know to participate in a jam session. There are sections that describe how jam sessions work and jamsession etiquette. The book also describes the typical chords and keys for jamming and describes right hand usage. A section is included on the role each instrument plays in bluegrass rhythm. A play-along audio is included with 9typical bluegrass jam tunes. The tunes are played twice: once with the tune played on the left channel and a verbal description on the right channel and once in stereo. Audio download available online.

The complete set of Twelve Spanish Dances transcribed and arranged for guitar. The transcriptions remain true to the original piano score but have been arranged in an idiomatic style for the guitar. The Spanish Romantic compositional style of Enrique Granados comes through in these elegant dances. The simplistic and intimate nature of the melodies make them very accessible for the guitar. These arrangements are a fresh approach to the familiar dances and an incentive to play some of the lesser known. A valuable addition to any guitar library. The edition includes a composer bio and program notes about each of the dances. Written in standard notation.The complete set of Twelve Spanish Dances transcribed and arranged for guitar. The transcriptions remain true to the original piano score but have been arranged in an idiomatic style for the guitar. The Spanish Romanticcompositional style of Enrique Granados comes through in these elegant dances. The simplistic and intimate nature of the melodies make them very accessible for the guitar. These arrangements are a fresh approach to the familiardances and an incentive to play some of the lesser known. A valuable addition to any guitar library. The edition includes a composer bio and program notes about each of the dances. Written in standard notation.

The Art of Transcribing is a book that makes transcribing for the drum set as easy as 1-2-3. Here is how it works:1) Learn one rhythm at a time (every variation of 16th notes and 8th note triplets are covered).2) Transcribe the beats and fills from the online audio recording on to the blank music paper that is provided.3) Check your accuracy by viewing the answers in the back of the book.This book can be used for self study (as explained above) or tailored by a teacher to be compatible for drummers of all levels. For example the teacher can play the beats live or program a drum machine. This will allow the teacher to slow down the tempo for beginning students and alsoallow the teacher to speed up the tempo for intermediate and advanced students. The Art of Transcribing is two books in one. Not only will this book teach you skills necessary to transcribe it will also give you over 200 beats and fills to play! Includes access to online audio. The Art Of Transcribing is a book that makes transcribing for the Drum set as easy as 1-2-3. Here is how it works: 1) Learn one rhythm at a time (every variation of 16th notes and 8th note triplets arecovered). 2) Transcribe the beats and fills from the CD on to the blank music paper that is provided. 3) Check your accuracy by viewing the answers in the back of the book. This book can be used for self study(as explained above) or tailored by a teacher to be compatible for drummers of all levels. For example the teacher can play the beats live or program a Drum machine. This will allow the teacher to slow down the tempo forbeginning students and also allow the teacher to speed up the tempo for intermediate and advanced students. The Art Of Transcribing is two books in one. Not only will this book teach you skills necessary totranscribe it will also give you over 200 beats and fills to play! Includes access to online audio.

50 Celtic Jigs And Waltzes For Mandoln-Steve Kaufman Three Time National Flatpicking Champion does it again. This installment of a four part series brings us Steve's favorite Celtic Jigs and Waltzes transcribed for the mandolin (and fiddle too). This is a large collection of reels will build your repertoire as well as help you develop more ideas licks and runs for arranging your own melodies. All the songs in the book are played note for note on the accompanying online audio download at about -+ speed. Your goal is to learn the song memorize it and then race with the Champ. Includes access to online audio. Steve Kaufman Three Time National Flatpicking Champion does it again. This installment of a four part series brings us Steve's favorite Celtic Jigs and Waltzes transcribed for the mandolin (and fiddletoo). This is a large collection of reels will build your repertoire as well as help you develop more ideas licks and runs for arranging your own melodies. All the songs in the book are played note for note on theaccompanying online audio download. Your goal is to learn the song memorize it and then race with the Champ. Includes access to online audio.

Jazz guitarist Kurt Rosenwinkel has been pushing the jazz envelope for more than a decade and is recognized as one of today's premier soloists and composers. This book showcases solo transcriptions of Kurt's critically acclaimed album Deep Song as well as lead sheets for many of Kurt's personal favorite tunes presented in standard notation and tablature. The book is personalized with photos of Kurt's tours and recording sessions and is a valuable collection of modern jazz guitar. Jazz guitarist Kurt Rosenwinkel has been pushing the jazz envelope for more than a decade and is recognised as one of today's premier soloists and composers. Kurt Rosenwinkel: Compositions showcases solo transcriptions of Kurt 's critically acclaimed album 'Deep Song' as well as lead sheets for many of Kurt 's personal favourite tunes presented in standard notation and tablature. The book ispersonalised with photos of Kurt 's tours and recording sessions and is a valuable collection of modern jazz Guitar.

This fun and easy bluegrass fiddle book and companion audio takes you from the very beginning. Starting with an introduction to the instrument the book teaches you basic fiddle technique such as holding the bow and provides scales and exercises setting the foundation for the repertoire found in the book. Featuring classics such as Boil E'm Cabbage Down Cripple Creek and Old Joe Clark. This book will get you playing in no time! Includes access to online audio. This fun and easy bluegrass Fiddle book and companion audio takes you from the very beginning. Starting with an introduction to the instrument the book teaches you basic Fiddle technique such as holding the bow and providesscales and exercises setting the foundation for the repertoire found in the book. Featuring classics such as Boil E'm Cabbage Down Cripple Creek and Old Joe Clark . This book will get you playing in notime! Includes access to online audio.

This handy case-sized book is packed full of useful information and tips for mandolin players of any experience level. Clear musical examples in standard notation and mandolin tablature are included along with diagrams photos and cartoons. Topics covered include left/right hand technique chords practice theory traditional music improvisation posture instrument care and accessories. An ideal gift for any mandolin player. This handy case-sized book is packed full of useful information and tips for Mandolin players of any experience level. Clear musical examples in standard notation and Mandolin tablature are included along with diagrams photosand cartoons. Topics covered include left/right hand technique chords practice theory traditional music improvisation posture instrument care and accessories. An ideal gift for any Mandolin player.

These melodies of Stephen Collins Foster have been freely adapted from the original songs and will enrich the repertoire of the solo guitar through their colorful variety. These settings appear in standard guitar notation complete with fingerings. Although conceived principally for interpretation on the classical guitar many of these pieces also lend themselves well to being played on the steel-string guitar. These melodies of Stephen Collins Foster have been freely adapted from the original songs and will enrich the repertoire of the solo Guitar through their colorful variety. These settings appear in standardGuitar notation complete with fingerings. Although conceived principally for interpretation on the classical Guitar many of these pieces also lend themselves well to being played on the steel-string Guitar.

A collection of 16 fiddle duets ranging in difficulty from moderate to challenging for the experienced fiddler. The music has been arranged with melody and harmony for old time favorites and a few new original pieces for two or more players. The audio download available online is a good learning tool as it demonstrates how the duets should sound. The book is especially suited to young and older players who will find the difficulty of the music advances with each page turn. The audio is an excellent tool for learning and listening for those who love the instrument played well. This book appeals to older generations of fiddlers because of the familiarity of the tunes and theunusual harmonies. New original music is also presented here for the first time.- Collection of 16 fiddle duets ranging in difficulty from Moderate to challenging - Old time favorites and new originals with harmonies for two or more players - Includes access to online audio that demonstrates how the duets should sound and for casual listening pleasure. A collection of 16 Fiddle duets ranging in difficulty from moderate to challenging for the experienced fiddler. The music has been arranged with melody and harmony for old time favorites and a few new original pieces for two ormore players. The audio download available online is a good learning tool as it demonstrates how the duets should sound. The book is especially suited to young and older players who will find the difficulty of the musicadvances with each page turn. The audio is an excellent tool for learning and listening for those who love the instrument played well. This book appeals to older generations of fiddlers because of the familiarity of the tunes andthe unusual harmonies. New original music is also presented here for the first time. Collection of 16 Fiddle duets ranging in difficulty from Moderate to challenging. Old time favorites and new originals withharmonies for two or more players. Online audio to demonstrate how the duets should sound and for casual listening pleasure.

This collection features 20 well-known and beloved American patriotic tunes plus one original tune. Biographical information is supplied for many of the pieces. Selections include: The Star Spangled Banner: When Johnny Comes Marching Home: Yankee Doodle: Anchors Aweigh: The Stars and Stripes Forever and many more. This collection features 20 well-known and beloved American patriotic tunes plus one original tune. Biographical information is supplied for many of the pieces. Selections include: The Star Spangled Banner; When Johnny ComesMarching Home; Yankee Doodle; Anchors Aweigh; The Stars and Stripes Forever and many more.