This book provides 60 technical exercises that will help to develop strong hands and flexible fingers whilst having fun. The exercises are divided into five 'sets' which are carefully graded to introduce new technical points gradually, and will help create a regular practice routine. Specifically designed for use from the first few lessons, alongside Chester's Easiest Piano Course Books 1 to 3, th…

The third volume of the Heifetz Collection is a treasure trove of material for violinists, including many items that have never been published before. Jascha Heifetz (1901-1987) remains a landmark among violinists of the twentieth century, a performer who virtually redefined the limits of the possible for his chosen instrument. These transcriptions and arrangements, made to enrich his own repertoi…

Eta Cohen 's world famous Violin method broke new ground when it was first released. Providing an incremental approach to learning the instrument, it only introducing one concept at a time and reinforced each new concept with an accompanying exercise and highly enjoyable pieces. The careful organisation of the method meant that it was a great equaliser because any child could make good progress al…

Par HANNICKEL MIKE. This exciting medley of American spirituals is sure to please! Mike Hannickel's carefully crafted THREE AMERICAN SPIRITUALS helps young bands develop those all-important listening skills. They'll hear how each tune contrasts and complements the others when “Go Tell It On The Mountain”, “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot” and “Who did Swallow Jo-Jo-Jonah” all come together in rousing cou…

Par CHAMBERLAIN LOUISE. Step It Up! is the fun way to move your playing onwards and upwards. Packed full of original jazzy pieces by Louise Chamberlain - with imaginative arrangements of well-known tunes, unaccompanied pieces and duets too - this carefully graded volume for violin also includes a CD of groovy backing tracks. So whether practising at home or performing to your friends, take your pl…

Par CHAMBERLAIN LOUISE. Step It Up! is the fun way to move your playing onwards and upwards. Packed full of original jazzy pieces by Louise Chamberlain - with imaginative arrangements of well-known tunes, unaccompanied pieces and duets too - this carefully graded volume for clarinet also includes a CD of groovy backing tracks. So whether practising at home or performing to your friends, take your …

Par VAN DER VOORT PAUL. Recorder World is a new and colourful introduction to recorder playing, particularly suitable for very young children. The Great Wizard and his owl act as guides through the book. New notes and ideas are introduced gradually and reinforced by colourful stickers which can be used as each concept is presented. There are also games and pieces in two and three parts including b…

The Sei Sonate a Quattro are, if not Rossini's very first attempt at composition, then definitely one of his earliest works, having been composed in 1804. Composed for two violins, cello and double bass while staying with his friend and patron Agostino Triossi, the curious combination of this quartet makes this a unique, extremely well crafted piece, with a few fresh new ideas from a young compose…

Par DAVIES JOHN H. / HARRIS P.. Paul Harris' Improve Your Sight-Reading! Grades 1-5 for Trombone. Now more than ever, the ability to sight-read fluently is an essential part of the training of musicians of any instrument. This workbook is designed to help overcome the nerves that can cause sight-reading problems by giving sound technical advice and confidence boosting tips. Step by step it help…

Par HARRIS PAUL. Now more than ever, the ability to sight-read fluently is an essential part of the training of musicians on any instrument. This workbook is designed to help overcome the nerves that can cause sight-reading problems, taking the young recorder player up to grade three level. Step-by-step it helps the player to build up a complete picture of each piece, first through rhythmic and me…

Par RAE JAMES. Wider Opportunities with the new Debut series INDIVIDUAL OR GROUP LEARNING All of these pieces for young clarinettists in their earliest stages of learning can be performed as a solo or in unison with others. Some have an optional 2nd part and may also serve as ensemble material. MIXED ENSEMBLE OPTION Whilst written specifically for the clarinet and addressing the challenges beginn…

From Vivaldi's Spring to Dvorák's famous 'From the New World' theme, this book and play along CD offers flautists the chance to play gems of the classical music repertoire that are not too technically challenging for the beginner to intermediate player. Easy arrangements of famous works, along with selected pieces originally written for the flute are included, each presented as a demonstration per…

# Open string pieces and tunes using the finger pattern 0-1-34
# Quality original pieces from rock to calypso
# Careful introduction of new notes and rhythms
# Simple slurs and dynamics
# Easy duets
# Scales and arpeggios in the keys of G, D, and C major, one octave
# CD with performances of all the pieces to play along to - jazz and rock numbers add drumkit
# Bo…