Par BERWIN LINDSEY. Jazzagility! is a brand-new and unique series, designed to develop piano students' technique using fun material. The pieces are in a variety of jazz-based styles, notably Latin, swing and rock, and, in the first two levels, are enhanced by teacher duets. Book 1 (levels 1-3) begins with short easy pieces which focus on hand position, wrist relaxation and tone production. The mat…

Par . The world of popular music is filled with singer-songwriters who are not just brilliant wordsmiths but also distinctive guitarists. This eclectic guide from the publishers of Acoustic Guitar magazine covers some of the very best of these singer-songwriters. Here you will learn how these musicians support thier songs with inventive accompaniments in a wide range of styles, tunings, and techni…

Off pour un bon départ avec jeux et plaisir, pour les enfants (de 6 ans et plus) d'apprendre à jouer de l'harmonica est un jeu d'enfant avec cet ensemble soigné qui contient tout ce dont vous avez besoin pour commencer à faire de la musique. A expliqué en termes de vraiment faciles, dès la première note ! HARMONICA du VOGGY : prendre cette harmonica brillant, coloré avec vous, où que vous alliez. …

2 Cd Audio Inclus. Par RENOUVIN DIDIER. J'ai réalisé cette méthode dans le but d'intégrer à la formation de l'apprenti guitariste l'acquisition d'une technique classique, mais aussi l'approche du style ' Finger Picking ', des éléments de Blues et de Jazz au travers de quelques études de style. Les pièces atonales cohabitent avec tout cela dans un but bien précis : ouvrir l'esprit et la sensibilité…

Par SPARKE PHILIP. L’Orchestre d’Harmonie du Comté du Huntingdonshire, situé dans l’Est de l’Angleterre, a été fondé en 1993. En 2001, les musiciens invitent le compositeur Philip Sparke, pour un week-end de travail consacré à ses oeuvres. De cette collaboration chaleureuse, naît l’idée de passer commande d’une pièce pour le 10ème anniversaire de la création de la formation, célébré en 2003. Phili…

Composed between 1906 and 1908, the Children's Corner Suite was written to capture the essence of childhood with charm, grace and humor. Debussy's intention was to create moods and sensations and, utilizing his typical harmonic richness, he succeeds in an appealing and joyous fashion. This edition is based on not only the original autograph manuscripts but also on Debussy's sound recording of thes…

It is common to have a toast 'to absent friends' at ceremonies or receptions. While not limited to military functions, it is in this context that the toast often seems the most special and appropriate. This heartfelt piece is a tribute to those who have served in the armed forces and are no longer with us. (3:45) / Concert Band

This volume contains favourite Israeli, Hassidic and liturgical songs as well as selections for the Sabbath and Festivals. The arranger, Albert Rozin, has created sensitive settings which are easy to play but which do not sacrifice the flavour of the original harmonies. Organists and guitar players will find little difficulty in playing the songs harmonically by using the chord symbols indicated i…

Par CASABLANCAS BENET. The String Quartet no. 4, subtitled 'Dedication', was commissioned by the CNDM of Madrid to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of Beethoven and was written for, and dedicated to, the Cuarteto Casals (2017). This one-movement work,lasting some 11 minutes, is based on a small motif from the op quartet. 130 as a tribute to the German master. The work, that explores the full range …

The Little Blue Manuscript Book is the perfect writing companion for students who are progressing through My First Piano Adventure®. With 38 pages of large-sized staffs, teachers and students have plenty of room for writing assignments and exploring composition. But there is more to this handy book than simply blank staffs. Students receive extra support from an eight-page reference section coveri…

It's a casting call for the annual holiday revue and a host of familiar North Pole faces are lined up to audition, headshots and resumes in hand. Three Elves, a not-so-famous Reindeer, a stage-worthy Snowman, Mrs. C. herself, and regular kid Cameron make the first cut and are put to test by their never seen but consistently heard through a sound system director---Santa Claus! Fantastic Broadway-st…

Maurice Hauchard (1870-1957) was a French violinist and composer. As a minor composer, often in the shadow of his contemporary, Maurice Ravel, much of Hauchard's music is not widely known. However,his Pour Distraire Petit Père is a charming suite, perfect for beginners.As an excellent, versatile musician Hauchard loved his art and remains one of the greatestcontributors to music education. Pour Di…