30 Songs in Pre-Staff Notation. Par . Designed with the beginner in mind, Christmas Songs for the Very Beginner features popular, easy-to-play melodies in pre-staff notation, perfect for those in their first months of learning. Arrangements consist of simple rhythms, letter names inside each note, minimal hand movement, and no page turns. This book is a perfect supplement for students needing extr…

Offering insightful interpretive suggestions, pertinent fingering and historical and stylistic commentary, the Schirmer Performance Editions series is designed for Piano students and teachers, as well as professional pianists.This volume contains 22 pieces by 14 composers, including Berens, Beyer, Burgmüller, Duvernoy, Ellmenreich, Gurlitt, Heller, Kullak, Kunz, Oesten, Reinecke, Schumann, Streabb…

Par JOPLIN SCOTT. As the undisputed 'King of Ragtime Writers,' Scott Joplin (1868--1917) composed many of the best-loved and most popular compositions of the ragtime era. His works include not only classic rags, but marches, waltzes, and cakewalks of incredible beauty that have stood the test of time. This book features Joplin's complete works for piano, in their original editions. Produced in coo…

Inspire the beginner violinist! This title features 30 progressive pieces using just open strings, with incredible backing tracks in popular styles to motivate students to sound their best. Designed to provide absolute beginners with concert repertoire to be proud of, and opportunities to develop music-reading skills and technique. Includes backing tracks, demonstration audio, practice tips, and P…

Specifically created for use at the prestigious Berklee College of Music, this Real Book features over 350 songs and is designed for practical use with neat and meticulously checked accuracies in melody, harmony, and rhythms. This diverse mix of songs covers many genres: bebop, blues, pop, rock, funk, jazz standards, and swing. Includes: Ain't No Sunshine · Bluesette · Careless Whisper · Every Lit…

Par . A superior collection of brass classics, performed by the Classic Brass Ensemble. A very broad program of material designed to test the abilities of the average through excellent trumpeter. Peter Piacquadio, trumpet soloist, shows you the way and then you are at stage center. Includes a high-quality printed solo part and a compact disc containing a complete performance with soloist, then a s…

400 Exercises include 45 Musical Studies in Positions 1 through 5. Par TUCKER RHODA JANICE. Written by Janice Tucker Rhoda, author of the popular ABCs of Strings method, the Complete Technique For Viola series is designed for advanced beginners to upper level students wishing to learn or improve their left hand and right arm bow skills. Starting in first position, and proceeding carefully through …

Play Today! is the ultimate self-teaching method - designed to offer quality instruction, terrific songs, and a professional-quality CD with 86 full-demo tracks. This mandolin method can be used by students who want to teach themselves, or by teachers for private or group instruction. Simply follow the tips and lessons in the book as you listen to the teacher on the CD. This complete guide to the …

A Manual of Techniques and Possibilities for the Adventurous Improvising Musician. Par KANE DAVID. Sure - everybody has an opinion on how to play ?outside?. But until now, no one has made an in-depth exploration of the commonalities and differences in how the greatest jazz players on the planet have incorporated their inspiring, harmony defying techniques. With Playing Outside the Chord, David Kan…

Par HUWS JONES EDWARD. This suite is made up of five pieces each derived from a single line of melody. The music originates from the medieval period spanning approximately four centuries. The pieces are varied in style ranging from a ballad to an instrumental dance. They are designed to encourage confidence in ensemble playing and improve technique./ Répertoire / Set de Cordes

Composing Music with Notation. Par RICHMOND FLOYD / RUDOLPH TOM. Alfred's Music Tech Series: Composing Music With Notation is a breakthrough method designed for elementary to high school students that can be used in a classroom setting or for individual study. Progressive and supplemental activities are included in each unit. Complete with an accompanying data CD that contains compatible files for…

The Contemporary Worship Classics series features six compatible books that can be used alone or in any combination. The arrangements are designed to aid the flow of live congregational worship, and the level is suitable for amateurs and pros alike. Section numbers and lyric cues are included in each book so musicians can play together easily. Use the downloadable audio tracks in lieu of a live ba…

Par HARRIS PAUL. Does the thought of sight-reading make you groan? The ability to sight-read fluently is a vital skill, enabling you to learn new pieces more quickly and play with other musicians. The best-selling Improve your sigh-reading! series, by renowned educationalist Paul Harris, is designed to help you overcome all your sight-reading problems, especially in the context of graded exams. St…

Ouvertüre. Autograph: Biblioteka Jagiellonska Kraków. Par MENDELSSOHN-BARTHOLDY FELIX. An enchanted night, virtually fragrant dreams, floating fairies & the sensory associations evoked and fashioned by the music of Mendelssohn's overture ; A Midsummer Night's Dream are almost inexhaustible. Written by the composer in 1826 in a carefree summer spent between the summerhouse and his siblings, this is…

First Pop Hits is a collection of popular songs in simplified arrangements designed for Pianists working through parts two to four of the renowned John Thompson's Easiest Piano Course.This repertoire book has been specially created to be complementary with the original and best selling Easiest Piano Course. The songs are ordered so that they progress in difficulty, so that songs at the beginning, …