The Herb Ellis Jazz Guitar Method is designed to take the mystery out of playing jazz guitar. Herb teaches single-note improvisation through a system of simple guitaristic 'shapes' that are derived from chord fingerings you already know.

The Female Edition of Secrets of Singing is unique as it was designed with complete vocal instructions and singing exercices specifically tailored for the female singing range. Secrets of Singing is an indispensable guidebook for serious vocalists of all ability levels and styles of music. Whether you're singing for pleasure or for profit it will give you the know-how to practice audition perform and record professionally. The book includes: Two complete CDs with a series of thirty-three fully explained state-of-the-art exercises (with vocal examples). The first CD contains explanations and exercises for the female low voice. Thesecond CD contains explanations and exercises for the female high voice. A ten-step power vocal work-out Trouble-shooting guides Endurance exercise groups Voice maintenance and hygiene tips Numerous quick reference charts Four simplified easy-to-understand sections describing the inner workings of the vocal instrument

The Most Complete Guitar Course Available-This book by Aaron Stang includes: All styles of music including rock pop folk and classical Rock workshops that teach rock rhythm and lead guitar Tablature to be used as an aid in learning new material Moveable scale fingerings Pick-style and finger-style Barre chords

Becoming a Better Lead Guitarist-With only a basic knowledge of guitar soloing which is reviewed right at the beginning you will learn all the subtleties of mature and accomplished lead playing that will make you sound like a seasoned veteran. Topics include a basic guitar soloing review guitar tricks the finer points of soloing playing lead throughout a song advanced scales and scale variations and how to practice. DVD special features include solo demonstrations with analysis play-along practice tracks in many different styles MP3 downloads of all practice tracks printable PDF files of all on-screen scale graphics a lead guitar workout a tuning segment and bonus performances by Steve Morse andRobben Ford. With only a basic knowledge of guitar soloing which is reviewed at the beginning you will learn all the subtleties of mature and accomplished lead playing that will make you sound like a seasoned veteran.

14 Jazz And Funk Etudes written for B flat instruments by jazz musician Bob Mintzer includes practice and performace materials in various styles used in jazz and funk jazz performace. Practice aids and theoretical explanations are given with each etude and a CD recording of combo accompaniment for practice sessions is included.

This new series brigns popular music into the piano lesson through quality arrangements by Wesley Schaum. The arrangements are musically sound and fun to play. The C book is the grade - 1 level.

The CD of Suzuki Solos For Young Violinists Volume 5.

Performed by Marion Verbruggen (recorder) Mary Springfels (viola da gamba) and Arthur Haas (harpsichord).

This method builds upon your independence skills allowing you to be conscious of how each limb interacts with the others. It's guaranteed to increase your drumming skills dramatically and increase your flexibility to adapt to all music styles! Includes: Extreme Warm-up Exercises Melodic Patterns to Develop Independence Odd Meters Played Over 4/4 Play-Along Tracks Advanced Hi-Hat Exercises

Drummer Tom Brechtlein presents a two-step introduction to the Blues Drums that will get you grooving straight away. In the first part of this tutorial you will learn The Blues shuffle Alternate cymbal paterns for the shuffle Hi-Hat coordination exercises The slow Blues groove The second part of the DVD covers Bass Drum varations A Blues Rhumba Open Hi-Hat sound The Steve Gadd shuffle Loads of new fill ideas The disc includes on-screen graphics and tab plus demonstrations by an excellent pro band.

Essential High-Spirit High-Energy Hand Drumming Rhythms-Presenting a 30-person drum circle with Carla Campbell Sean Feder Warren Jones and Shawn King playing djembes ashikos congas bongos frame drums doumbeks tamborines djun djuns bass drums shakes bells woodblocks and more! The four feature players lead the different drumming parts of the group rhythms. Their entrances into the drum circle are staggered so you have time to look at and listen to each of the parts in an action-packed big-group environment. Rhythms played are: Doudoumba Fanga Rhumba Kakilambe Heartbeat Shiko Rhythms are played in their entirety averaging ten minutes each. Each rhythm has easy-to-read on-screen box notation.

This handy reference guide fits into your Ukele case and is organized in a unique dictionary style permitting you to locate any chord quickly. A great source not just for chords but also includes an introduction to the instrument and the basics of music theory. This clearly presented and illustrated guide to playing the most commonly used chords in music is an essential tool for all Ukulele players.

In Middle School Music Class- Popular songs from the 50s to the 80s with easy appealing instrument parts for middle school students. Opportunities for improvisation in every song Cambiata parts for boys' changing voices Teaching suggestions which support the National Music Standards.

Designed to give Students a proper conception and systematic approach to music reading and the art of brass performance. Emphasis is on the fundamentals including tone production tone placement embouchure development technique rhythmic perception and tonal consciousness. Through this thorough and efficient course of study the student will be led to take his place as a contributing member of the school band or orchestra in the shortest possible time.

Designed to be used alongside Alfred's Basic Piano Library: Lesson Book 2 this guide to composition is packed with exercises and challenges for the young pianist. Many aspects of music oare carefully discussed including: Motives Inversions and Retrograde phrases Major scales Chromatics Minor scales triads and basic progressions Time signatures

Make home practice more enjoyable and develop skills more quickly with the motivational Accent On Achievement . This is a comprehensive band method that develops creativity and musicianship. This expertly written book includes exciting original works as well as extended arrangements of classic and folk tunes. The accompanying CD-Rom allows you to play along with skilled musicians and hear full recordings of all five performance pieces from the book. With the CD-Rom students can also record themselves playing adjust the tempo and much more!

The complete edition featuring all stages of the Alfred Basic Piano Theory course - a method designed specially for the younger Piano student offering musicianship and understanding of written music. For the later beginner.

This method contains syncopation studies designed to develop accuracy and speed in sight reading.

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.

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.