The function of the bass player in rock music is multi-dimensional. In How to Create Rock Bass Lines you'll explore common rock drum beats popular rock chord progressions and the scales and techniques you'll need to add melody to your playing. By combining all of these elements you'll learn how to create bass lines that lock in with the drummer and complement the other instruments. You'll also take a look at examples in the style of rock bass greats like Paul McCartney John Paul Jones Flea John Entwistle and Tom Hamilton to see how these masters put their own unique spin on the rock format. The book includes loads of demo and play-along tracks available online fordownload or streaming. How To Create Rock Bass Lines explores the multi-dimensional function of the rock bassist. In this method you'll explore common rock Drum beats popular rock chord progressions and the scales and techniques you'll need to add melody to your playing. By combining all of these elements you'll learn how to create Bass lines that lock in with the drummer and complement the other instruments. In How To Create Rock Bass Lines you'll also take a look at examples in the style of rock bass greats like Paul McCartney John Paul Jones Flea John Entwistle and Tom Hamilton to see how these masters put their own unique spin on the rockformat. The book includes loads of demo and play-along tracks available online for download or streaming.

Based on the successful Essential Elements for Choir series this second volume in our choral sight-singing method will allow you to continue to build skills in your choral ensembles with a handy octavo-sized volume! Continuing where Volume 1 finished this step-by-step approach uses unison and combinable exercises along with motivating songs to provide a basis for developing music literacy within the choral rehearsal. The Accompaniment Cd's provide light accompaniment for the combinable pitch builders speech choruses and songs. In keeping with the spirit of sight-reading there is no singing on the CDs. Accompaniment CD available. Based on the successful Essential Elements for Choir series this second volume in our choral sight-singing method will allow you to continue to build skills in your choral ensembles with a handy octavo-sized volume! Continuing where Volume 1 finished this step-by-step approach uses unison and combinable exercises along with motivating songs to provide a basis for developing music literacy within the choral rehearsal. The Accompaniment Cd's provide light accompaniment for the combinable pitch builders speech choruses and songs. In keeping with the spirit of sight-reading there is no singing on the CDs. Accompaniment CD available.

Jazz Chorals-This slow samba by Brazilian singer/songwriter Djavan is artfully arranged for SATB with soprano solo and rhythm section by jazz educator/arranger Paris Rutherford. This slow samba by Brazilian singer/songwriter Djavan is artfully arranged for SATB with soprano solo and rhythm section by jazz educator/arranger Paris Rutherford.

ShowTraxCD-ShowTrax CD for Les Misérables (Choral Medley) .This CD contains the full performances on one track then the accompaniment only on the second track. Arranged by Ed Lojeski.

ShowTrax CD-The magical ballad from Walt Disney's Pocahontas in a memorable choral arrangement patterned after Vanessa Williams' pop hit recording! Available: SATB SAB 2-Part and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 4:00. The first track on this CD is the full performance for you to learn the song and sing along with. The second track is the accompaniment only perfect for performances and auditions.

Comprehensive band method- (Essential Elements for Band and Essential Elements Interactive are fully compatible with Essential Elements 2000 ) Essential Elements for Band offers beginning students sound pedagogy andengaging music all carefully paced to successfully start young players on their musical journey. EE features both familiar songs and specially designed exercises created and arranged for the classroom in a unison-learningenvironment as well as instrument-specific exercises to focus each student on the unique characteristics of their own instrument. EE provides both teachers and students with a wealth of materials to develop total musicianship even at the beginning stages. Books 1 and 2 also include access to Essential Elements Interactive (EEi) the ultimate online music education resource - anywhere anytime and on any device. Go to www.essentialelementsinteractive.com to learn more! Method features: Enhanced Learning System Optimum Reinforced Learning Theory History Cross-Curriculum &Creativity Daily Warm-ups & Rubank Studies 12 Full Band Arrangements Rhythm Studies Book also includes My EE Library* (www.myeelibrary.com) - InstantStream/Download/CD-ROM* Start-up video Learn the basics Play-along mp3 tracks for all exercises Features a professional player on each individualinstrument Duets and trios Print and play parts with friends Music listening library Hear great pieces for band! * Internet access required for My EE Library .Book includes instructions to order free opt. CD-ROM. Now the best-selling band method is even better! Book 1 for absolute beginners includes a start-up video and much much more all on CD-ROM. Features: Same great Essential Elements 2000 method! 15-minute video/“super lesson” for learning the basics Play-along mp3* tracks for all 185 exercises (featuring a professional player on your instrument) Tempo Adjustment Software Duets and Trios Music Listening Library SmartMusic® Software for Exercises 1-100 (for use on PC/Mac) - practice record and email a performance with on-screen assessment

This book/CD pack will have you playing 40 great songs on recorder in no time! The book includes all the information you will need to get started plus an easy-to-use finger chart and the demonstration/play-along CD features professional accompaniments to make you sound like a pro! Songs include: All Through The Night ú Amazing Grace ú Carnival Of Venice ú Cockles And Mussels ú The Coventry Carol ú La Cucaracha ú A Mozart Melody ú Simple Gifts ú Zum Gali Gali ú more. This book/CD pack will have you playing 40 great songs on recorder in no time! The book includes all the information you will need to get started plus an easy-to-use finger chart and the demonstration/play-along CD features professional accompaniments to make you sound like a pro! Songs include: All Through The Night · Amazing Grace · Carnival Of Venice · Cockles And Mussels · The Coventry Carol · La Cucaracha · A Mozart Melody · Simple Gifts · Zum Gali Gali · more.

ShowTrax CD-Louis Armstrong's inspirational ballad of hope for a better world. Quite suitable for both concert and pop ensembles. Available separately: SATB SAB SSA 2-Part ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available digitally (gtr b dm syn). Duration: ca. 2:20. Louis Armstrong's inspirational ballad of hope for a better world returns in the blockbuster movie Good Morning Vietnam. Quite suitable for both concert and pop ensembles. Available: SATB SAB SSA ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:20.

An effective two-level method for recorder instruction (Student Book 2 = 00710300) and a contemporary approach to instrument learning. The student books include complete introductory materials suitable for use with Baroque andGerman-style recorders. For general music class teaching the basic student materials are supplemented by a special Teacher's Cassette Kit (item 00710020). Includes 35 songs: Bingo The Caissons Go Rolling Along Danceof the Reed Flutes Dona Nobis Pacem Down in the Valley The Irish Washerwoman Jingle Bells Jolly Old St. Nicholas Merrily We Roll Along Ode to Joy Short'nin' Bread ZumGali Gali and more. An effective two-level method for Recorder instruction (Student Book 2 = 00710300) and a contemporary approach to instrument learning. The student books include complete introductory materials suitable for use with Baroque and German-style recorders. For general music class teaching the basic student materials are supplemented by a special Teacher's Cassette Kit (item 00710020). Includes 35 songs: 'Bingo' · 'The Caissons Go Rolling Along' · 'Dance of the Reed Flutes' · 'Dona Nobis Pacem' · 'Down in the Valley' · 'The Irish Washerwoman' · 'Jingle Bells' · 'Jolly Old St. Nicholas' · 'Merrily We RollAlong' · 'Ode to Joy' · 'Short'nin' Bread' · 'Zum Gali Gali' and more.

Starter Pack Levels 1 & 2-This complete guide to the basics contains everything you need to get started on the uke: in-depth instruction terrific songs two professional-quality CDs with full-demo tracks and a helpful DVD! Perfect for students who want to teach themselves or for teachers giving private or group lessons. Simply follow the tips and lessons in the book as you listen to the teacher on the CDs and DVD. Covers: songs chords and melodies; picking fingerpicking and strumming; playing tips and techniques; standard notation and tablature; and much more. Over 150 songs and examples! Have fun as you open the door to the fun world of ukulele! DVD running time: 1 hr. 15 min. This complete guide to the basics contains everything you need to get started on the uke: in-depth instruction terrific songs two professional-quality CDs with full-demo tracks and a helpful DVD! Perfect for students who want to teach themselves or for teachers giving private or group lessons. Simply follow the tips and lessons in the book as you listen to the teacher on the CDs and DVD. Covers: songs chords and melodies; picking fingerpicking and strumming; playing tips and techniques; standard notation and tablature; and much more. Over 150 songs and examples! Have fun as you open the door to the fun world of ukulele! DVD running time: 1 hr. 15 min.

This valuable resource is a must for every choral director. The 140 warmups and vocal exercises in a handy Book/CD format will help singers produce a free and open tone develop clean articulation and diction improve resonance intonation and more. The enclosed CD includes demonstration for each accompanied exercise for full choir small group or individual practice.This valuable resource is a must for every choral director. The 140 warmups and vocal exercises in a handy book and CD format will help singers produce a free and open tone develop clean articulation and diction improve resonance intonation and more. The enclosed CD includes demonstration for each accompanied exercise for full choir small group or individual practice.

A Beginner's Guide with Step-by-Step Instruction for Acoustic and Electric G-Guitar for Kids is a fun easy course that teaches children to play Guitar faster than ever before. Popular songs such as Yellow Submarine Hokey Pokey I'm a Believer Surfin' U.S.A. This Land Is Your Land and Hound Dog keep students motivated and the clean simple page layouts ensure their attention remains focused on one concept at a time. The method is equally suitable for students using electric or acoustic Guitars. It can be used in combination with a Guitar teacher or parents even if they've never had any musical training themselves. The accompanying CD contains more than 30 tracks for demonstration and play-along. No tablature included. Guitar for Kids is a fun easy course that teaches children to play Guitar faster than ever before. Popular songs such as Yellow Submarine Hokey Pokey I'm a Believer Surfin' U.S.A. This Land Is Your Land and Hound Dog keep students motivated and the clean simple page layouts ensure their attention remains focused on one concept at a time. The method is equally suitable for students using electric or acoustic Guitars. It can be used in combination with a Guitar teacher or parents even if they've never had any musical training themselves. The accompanying audio download contains more than 30 tracks for demonstration and play-along. Notablature included.

First Irving Berlin...then the popular Taco recording...now Kirby Shaw! An up-tempo Dixieland treatment that's a show-stopper for any age choir. Available: SATB SAB SSA 2-Part Instrumental Pak ShowTrax CD. First Irving Berlin...then the popular Taco recording...now Kirby Shaw! An up-tempo Dixieland treatment that's a show-stopper for any age choir. Available: SATB SAB SSA 2-Part Instrumental Pak ShowTrax CD.

Bulletin Boards that Teach Music is organized by concepts and skills and divided into six sections: Elements of Music Music Skills Music Listening Examples Children's Songs Music Around the World Music Throughthe Ages. Each board idea contains text and graphics that are easily adaptable to any classroom situation. Also included for each board is the focus of instruction activities variations and suggestions for special effects. Areproducible pak is also available to save your book from wear and tear. So don't just decorate your classroom use your bulletin boards to make the most of those teachable moments. For grades K-6.Available: Resource Book Reproducible Pak.Bulletin Boards that Teach Music is organized by concepts and skills and divided into six sections: Elements of Music Music Skills Music Listening Examples Children's Songs Music Around the World Music Throughthe Ages. Each board idea contains text and graphics that are easily adaptable to any classroom situation. Also included for each board is the focus of instruction activities variations and suggestions for special effects. Areproducible pak is also available to save your book from wear and tear. So don't just decorate your classroom use your bulletin boards to make the most of those teachable moments. For gradesK-6.Available: Resource Book Reproducible Pak.

A Comprehensive And Practical Guide-Instrumental Jazz Arranging consists of a systematic presentation of the essential techniques and materials of jazz arranging. Authors Mike Tomaro and John Wilson draw upon 50+ years of combined teaching experience to bring you a book that addresses all of the basic needs for beginning arrangers. Topics include counterpoint/linear writing jazz harmony compositional techniques and orchestration. All topics serve to address issues concerned with true arranging in great detail. The book may be used in both individual and classroom instructional situations. The accompanying CDs - 170 tracks in all! - include many of the examples in the book plus templates for assignments formatted for Finale©. Instrumental Jazz Arranging consists of a systematic presentation of the essential techniques and materials of jazz arranging. Authors Mike Tomaro and John Wilson draw upon 50+ years of combined teaching experience to bring you a book that addresses all of the basic needs for beginning arrangers. Topics include counterpoint/linear writing jazz harmony compositional techniques and orchestration. All topics serve to address issues concerned with true arranging in great detail. The book may be used in both individual and classroom instructional situations. The accompanying CDs - 170 tracks in all! - include many of the examples in the book plus templates forassignments formatted for Finale®.

ShowTrax CD-Here is #3 in a very successful series! Kirby Shaw helps kids learn more about vocal jazz in this easy-to-sing and educational collection. Each original song focuses on a different aspect of jazz singing. Includes: A La Mode;Jump Jive and Jam; Schoolhouse Blues. Available: 2-Part ShowTrax CD Grades 3-8ShowTrax CD. Here is #3 in a very successful series! Kirby Shaw helps kids learn more about vocal jazz in this easy-to-sing and educational collection. Each original song focuses on a different aspect of jazz singing. Includes: A La Mode; Jump Jive and Jam; Schoolhouse Blues. Available: 2-Part ShowTrax CD Grades 3-8

Intermediate to Advanced Studies- (Essential Technique for Band is fully compatible with Essential Technique 2000) A technique-building program for any band Essential Technique for Band is also an excellent tool for individual or smallgroup study. This is Book 3 of the Essential Elements for Band beginning band system and features: Key-Centered System Nine major and related minor keys Scales etudes shortchorales and music technique exercises Individual Instrument Studies Demonstrated by a professional soloist on your instrument Professionally recorded accompaniments (notsynthesized) Special Studies Section Reading Skill Builders Rhythm Pages Jazz Style and Improvisation Full Chorales Rubank Scales and Arpeggios Integrated History Theory and Creativity MoreGreat Music Classical world music folk and more Book also includes My EE Library* (www.myeelibrary.com) - Instant Stream/Download/CD* ...with Play-along mp3 tracks for ALLexercises *Internet access required for My EE Library . Book includes instructions to order free optional CD. Trombone. A TECHNIQUE BUILDING program for any band · Also for INDIVIDUAL STUDY or small groups · BOOK 3 of the Essential Elements 2000 beginning band system - FEATURES: KEY CENTERED SYSTEM · 9 Major and Related Minor Keys · Scales Etudes Short Chorales and Music Technique Exercises - INDIVIDUAL INSTRUMENT STUDIES · For EVERY instrument demonstrated by a professional soloist · CD in each student book · Includes accompaniments on real instruments not synthesized - SPECIAL STUDIES SECTION · Reading Skill Builders Rhythm Pages Jazz Style and Improvisation Full Chorales Rubank Scales and Arpeggios - all included on CD - INTEGRATED HISTORY THEORY AND CREATIVITY · Exceedsthe National Standards for Arts Education - MORE GREAT MUSIC · A wide variety: Classical World Folk and more.

Bass Play-Along Volume 43-The Bass Play-Along Series will help you play your favorite songs quickly and easily! Just follow the tab listen to the CD to hear how the bass should sound and then play along using the separate backing tracks. The melody and lyrics are alsoincluded in the book in case you want to sing or to simply help you follow along. The audio CD is playable on any CD player. For PC and Mac computer users the CD is enhanced so you can adjust the recording to any tempo without changing pitch!This volume includes: Band on the Run • Hey Bulldog • I Want You (Shes So Heavy) • Live and Let Die • Maybe Im Amazed • Penny Lane • Rain • Silly Love Songs • With a Little Help from My Friends. Bass Play-Along Volume 43: Paul McCartney will help you play your favourite Paul McCartney songs quickly and easily. Just follow the tab listen to the CD to hear how the bass should sound and then play along using the separate backing tracks. The melody and lyrics are also included in the book in case you want to sing or to simply help you follow along. The audio CD is playable on any CD player. For PC and Mac computer users the CD is enhanced so you can adjust the recording to any tempo without changing pitch. Bass Play-Along Volume 43: Paul McCartney includes sheet music for Band on the Run Hey Bulldog IWant You (She's So Heavy) Live and Let Die Maybe I'm Amazed Penny Lane Rain Silly Love Songs and With a Little Help from My Friends .

Play Along Trax - 3-CD Set-Play Along Trax - 3-CD Set. Essential Elements was the major breakthrough for beginning band methods in the '90s. Now Essential Elements 2000 will take band programs into the next millennium! EE2000 features:· A CD featuring a professional soloist in every Student Book 1 · Great performance music with planned first concert. · Even more great tunes motivating students to practice and stay in band. · Special Rubank® Studies · Better pacing sequencing and reinforcement. · Theory history and creativity exercises integrated into each student book.

One of the great jazz bassists of our time Gary Peacock shares the technical and improvisational ideas he has developed during the course of his brilliant 45-year career. He delves into three important aspects of playing - the physical the mental and the intuitive - which together form the complete process of creating music on the bass.