Book I- The general plan of this method aims at a systematic rotation of playing fundamentals using new material in each case. Consequently eight or ten exercises are considered as a complete lesson including exercises for tone development articulation mechanism phrasing ensemble playing etc. I believe that this principle is sounder pedagogically than that of presenting many exercises of the same type in succession the superficial attractiveness of the latter notwithstanding. Every exercise or melody has been introduced for a purpose and in most cases that purpose has been stated. In any event however the teacher should take care that the student knows why theexercise was written. A small amount of practice with definite purpose is better than a great amount of 'wandering' on the instrument. The instrument range in this book is moderate. The few exercises that exceed the playing limit of a particular student may be omitted as the material for each new problem is adequate. The pupil-teacher duets can be played by two students as the range of the teacher's part is not prohibitive. Posture Holding the instrument breathing production of tone technical development the language of music and care of the instrument are topics treated in this book.

A piano course for beginners of all ages Alfred's Basic Piano Library offers perfectly graded lessons which are designed to prepare students of all ages for a successful musical learning experience. Each new discipline or technique is accompanied with a substantial and highly musical exercise building to a full repertoire of pieces that explore such elements as Triads Extended Positions and more. This is the lesson book for students working at level 4 of the course.

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This comprehensive method of learning to play the Accordion enables the beginner to progress to an advanced stage of technical skill.

Violin Part and Piano Acc.-Suzuki Solos For Young Violinists Volume 5. Selections from the Student Repertoire. Compiled and edited by Violinist Barbara Barber.

Selections from the Student Repertoire- This first volume of Solos For Young Violinists contains selections from the student repertoire compiled and edited by Violinist Barbara Barber. Includes the Violin Part and the Piano Part.

French Language Edition. This easy step-by-step method emphasizes correct playing habits and note reading through interval recognition. Lesson Book 1B begins by reviewing the concepts taught in Lesson Book 1A then introduces new concepts such as incomplete measures tempo markings eighth notes and rests using the damper pedal half steps and whole steps. It also introduces the major scale through the concept of tetrachords.

Supplementary repertoire material for Alfred's Prep Course For The Young Beginner Level F.

This Alfred Tuition book will tell you everything you need to know to start playing the Harmonica now! For beginners of all ages this clearly presented and informative book for both diatonic and chromatic harmonicas is a complete method that teaches you how to play through an easy-to-understand step-by-step system. In fact using a special note-reading system you will be able to read and play instantly! This method also features a history and maintenance guide for the instrument complete note chart and chording single note-playing and more advanced techniques. Upon completion of this book you will be able to play the Harmonica in all styles from Blues rock pop country and folk styles; perform with a band know how to read music and understand the basics of improvising. Now there is no reason not to learn!

Alfred's Basic Prep Course Levels A through F was written to answer a demand for a course of piano study designed especially for students who are five years old and up. This course offers a careful introduction of fundamentals music that fits comfortably under the young student's normal hand span plus constant reinforcement--all leading to results beyond those generated by other piano methods. After Lesson Book D the student may progress to Prep Course Lesson Book E or choose to go directly into the faster paced Level 2 of Alfred's Basic Piano Library. The complete Prep Course consists of six books (Levels A through F).

The Prep Course For the Young Beginner Lesson Book Level A is a wonderful teaching book suitable for those starting the Piano for the first time. This book combines basic theory with fun first material which will quickly have children playing and enjoying the piano. Alfred's Basic Piano Library takes the limitations of attention span and differing levels of ability into consideration and offers seven perfectly graded beginning series which are designed to prepare students for a successful musical learning experience. The accompanying CD contains backing tracks to all the pieces in the books so that you can play along with lively andexciting accompaniments adding variety to your playing while reinforcing ideas such as rhythms dynamics and phasing.

Ultimate Beginner-The first steps towards the fun of playing music. The Book/CD/DVD package will guide you through everything you need to know to begin playing the guitar. How to tune How to change strings Basic chordsand strumming techniques Reading music and tablature The blues progression Fingerpicking Using the Capo

Ultimate Beginner-The first step towards experiencing the fun of playing music. This DVD will guide you through everything you need to know to begin playing the guitar. How to tune How to change strings Basic chords andstrumming techniques Reading music and tablature The blues progression Fingerpicking Using the Capo

With its highly attractive full-colour age-appropriate layout Poco Piano For Young Children encourages young children to take the first steps on a difficult but thoroughly rewarding journey. Together with the Music Theory for Young Children books the Poco Piano For Young Children series leads the child from the very beginning to grade 1 level. Poco Piano for Young Children includes exercises to help the child develop technique rhythm and reading and it involves the child in activities such as pasting colouring tracing circling and clapping. In Book 2 three new notes in each handare mastered (up to Treble High C and down to Bass Low C) and the child experiences changes of hand position within a tune. Quavers are introduced in all the time signatures covered in Book 1. Sharps and flats are included but no mention is made yet of keys key signatures scales or triads. Dynamic markings are now in Italian while tempo indications are still in English.

Accompaniments range from simple drum patterns to full orchestrations.

Alfred's Basic Adult Piano Course is one of the most popular and successful Piano course ever written. Its goal is to teach the adult beginner in an enjoyable quick and easy way. This terrific approach combines practical and theoretical features to create a comprehensive yet accessible method. Along with the lesson pages that teach the concepts and fundamentals of music Theory and Technique pages have been added to the equation. Using just one book an adult beginner can learn all that is needed to perform successfully. The Adult All-In-One course Level 2 continues to progress smoothly and easily without gaps toward thedevelopment of technique and knowledge required to play in all the most frequently used keys.

& Eartraining C-Gayle Kowalchyk and E.L. Lancaster's delightful colouring workbook filled with a variety of fun activities the material reinforces musical concepts and includes well-planned listening activities that develop ear-training skills. Level C.

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 allows you to play along with skilled musicians and hear full recordings of all five performance pieces from the book.

The Prep. Course For the Young Beginner Lesson Book Level C is a wonderful teaching book suitable for those starting the Piano for the first time. This book combines basic theory with fun first material which will quickly have children playing and enjoying the piano. Alfred's Basic Piano Library offers seven perfectly graded beginning series which are designed to prepare students for a sucessful musical learning experience.

A band method for group or individual instruction by Sandy Feldstein and John O'Reilly. Helps to promote a feeling of success and accomplishment in beginning instrumetalists. This edition for Bass Clarinet.