This volume is a step-by-step approach to improvisation in jazz, rock and pop music. Based on an easy piece which can be practised together with a band on the play-along CD, each chapter comes with brief explanations as to which notes sound best when improvising and why. Solos by experienced musicians serve as examples for the player's own attempts at improvisation. The textbook can also be used b…

Capture the thrill and excitement of soaring high above in this dramatic work! Written in the keys of B minor and E minor, in 4/4 time, with a steady driving tempo throughout, key elements are rich chordal textures, pleasing melody lines, and the use of arpeggios and divisi. Each player's part contributes equally to the power and energy of this piece, creating a musically satisfying experience for…

Par BENNETT STEPHEN. This book features twelve of Stephen Bennett's favorite flatpicking solos for the six-string acoustic guitar. Perhaps best known for his work with the harp guitar, Stephen shows the same relaxed, sharp-witted spirit he exudes on stage in his insightful performance notes for these inspired guitar solos. Written in standard notation and tablature with a few altered and open tuni…

for Euphonium and Concert Band. Par SPARKE PHILIP. Pulcinella was commissioned by the Taiwanese euphonium player Tzu-Hsiang Lin. Lin is a renowned soloist and teacher and a Besson Euphonium Artist. He teaches euphonium at Taipei National University of the Arts, National Taiwan University of Arts, Shih Chien University and National Kaohsiung Normal University. Lin gave the premiere of Pulcinella in…

Piano All Sorts (Initial-Grade 1) is an assortment of 29 fun pieces to pick and mix! From easy classics to great new pieces, these are exciting and varied collections for both educational and recreational use. This collection has been selected and edited by John York and is designed to fit the technique and capabilities of the young player. / Instrumental Music, Piano Music / Recueil / Piano

The Electronic Keyboard Collection is an exciting exploration of music especially arranged for the beginner keyboard player. Each of the pieces are selected, edited and arranged by Trinity College’s experienced electronic keyboard examiner Jeremy Ward. The books have a fabulous range of pop classics to classical hits together with folk music, songs from the shows and a smattering of original piece…

The Essential Reference for the Working Drummer. Become a more versatile drumset player! From traditional Dixieland to cutting-edge hip-hop, Instant Guide to Drum Grooves is a handy source featuring 100 patterns that will prepare working drummers for the stylistic variety of modern gigs. This book is also valuable for anyone preparing a drumset audition for a college music program or professional …

Also available: Blues Hanon Boogie Woogie Hanon Inspired by Charles-Louis Hanon's The Virtuoso Pianist - the essential technical method for any classical player - these new volumes present a modern-day equivalent for the musician seeking to play the key piano styles of the 20th century. Each book develops basic technique and true facility in each genre through authentic, progressive exercises and …

Par EMMANUEL TOMMY. Mel Bay Publications presents a collection of arrangements and original compositions from Australian guitarist Tommy Emmanuel's 2005 CD, Endless Road. Not for the faint of heart, this outstanding collection of intermediate to advanced solos includes two pop standards ('Somewhere Over the Rainbow” and 'Mona Lisa”) plus thirteen of Tommy's incredible compositions. You'll gain ins…

Par WILLIAMS JOHN. selections from Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban Instrumental solo book, accompaniment CD and set of performance parts for horn in F and piano accompaniment. With fingering chart, black and white photos and color photos. The arrangements are completely compatible with each other and can be played togor as solos. Each book contains: A carefully edited removable part that …

Dip In to this great selection of pop songs! All the tunes are specially arranged for Violin, with chord symbols at concert pitch for easy accompaniment, and are graded to suit a wide range of playing levels. Each song is awarded a star rating based on difficulty - making this folio ideal for everyone, from the beginning Violin player to the experienced musician. Includes hit songs by Lady Gaga, C…

If you've been inspired to begin playing fingerstyle guitar or are an experienced player wanting to enhance your knowledge, this book is the perfect place to start. Using standard music notation and TAB, the examples guide you through basic chord theory, modes, drop-D tuning, alternating bass and more. The CD demonstrates all the examples in the book. 96 pages.

A complete resource for the beginning pianist or synthesizer player, in standard notation and handy keyboard diagrams. Over 120 essential scales in all twelve keys. / Clavier

Many of the melodies in this book are more than nine hundred years old; yet these pieces are as vibrant, as exciting, and as seductive as they were centuries ago. This music is fun to play. It’s addictive. You will find yourself humming it, and you’ll come back to play these pieces again and again. Each piece in this collection has its own powerful personality. Many of the Cantigas have an indefin…

This compilation of 11 flute solos from the legendary Rubank educational library now includes online access to: · Full-performance and accompaniment-only audio tracks · PDF piano accompaniment files · PLAYBACK+ A multi-functional audio player that allows you to adjust tempo without changing pitch, change keys, and create practice loops - available exclusively from Hal Leonard. Contents: Albumleaf …