Begin your journey to improv mastery and finding your own musical voice! Each étude is based on a standard chord progression and centered on one left-hand position. Everything is carefully crafted to improve playing technique, reading and improv chops of the beginning guitarist, and to increaase awareness on melody, harmony and rhythm. The accompanying CD features the author's recorded demos of al…

This tender arrangement of the well-loved Irish folk melody Londonderry Air sets an uplifting poem by Howard Walter: a stirring combination of music and text that was also used at the funeral of Diana Princess of Wales in 1997. Opening with the melody sung by tutti sopranos the texture gradually builds to a climatic double choir section as the text celebrates the journey to God's heavenly kingdo…

Fred Cockerham and Tommy Jarrell's Clawhammer Banjo Masters is a collection of 23 Clawhammer Banjo solos written in tablature. The pieces are transcribed as played by FredCockerham and Tommy Jarrell by Bob Carlin. Also included are modern interpretations by Dan Levenson. This is the third book in a series of transcribed tunes from the old masters. Previous books are Kyle Creed -Clawhammer Banjo Ma…

Songs for Claire is intended to portray a life journey with all the joys and trials that may be encountered. From a personal point of view it was written in memory of the composer's childhood best friend Claire who sadly died of cancer aged 10. Most people will be able to relate to the moods of the three movements and draw from their own life experiences in order to create the expression desi…

‘Music’ by John Miles was one of Blackstone’s favourite numbers. With completely different notes but holding on to the same form and atmosphere the latter has tried to write an attractive composition for both young and old.Gate 11 refers to the ever agitated and noisy scenes at an airport especially during check-in. Yet there are also passengers who wait patiently letting their thoughts r…

Learn to play banjo and open up a brand new world of musical knowledge with this exciting method from Alfred Music. Beginners of all ages can start their journey to a lifetime of musical enjoyment. Alfred's Teach Yourself to Play Banjo teaches you to play 5-string banjo even if you've never held the instrument before. The book starts with the fundamentals such as the history of the banjo, its comp…

The variants of this piece chart the experience of the composer's musical journey from childhood as well as citing influences from other composers including Brahms the piece also draws connections between the composer andhis previous influences.This composition has 10 variations on the opening theme the introduction of the piece sees a 3 part unit with quiet brass notes holding together flowing…

With lush harmonies and contemporary compositional techniques Robert Sheldon's Ghost Fleet takes you on the journey of long-forgotten warships as their 'spirits' break free returning to the high seas and former days of glory.Sure to be a staple on many contest lists Ghost Fleet is a must-have for every concert band. An instant classic!

Lynne and Robin Benton. A well-known story of challenge and adventure based on ancient Greek legend following Jason’s heroic journey in search of the Golden Fleece. This versatile musical play can be performed in a variety of ways and has ample scope for involving any number of children in the solo parts chorus and acting roles. The action is always fast moving with short and simple dialogue l…

Edward Fairlie's Storm and Urge is a significant work for wind band and portrays a journey of emotional turbulence. The title comes from the German 'Sturm und Drang,? a literary and musical movement of the late 1700s which focused on extremes of emotion. Opening with a simple and reflective theme, we are then taken through a range of emotional settings from uncertainty to resistance, and then calm…

Månerejsen est un solo de piano, savamment composée par Jakob abscès. Le titre se traduit, en anglais, à Lune Journey / Piano

The term 'modern legato' is hardly a new term in fact players like Brett Garsed have been turning heads with this fresh metronomic approach to legato for the best part of 30 years. There is no question though that Tom Quayle is an absolute master of the technique not just from an application perspective but also as a teacher. In this course Quayle will walk you through 51 Modern Legato Li…

Here's the rock classic from the group Journey and made famous recently in the TV series Glee in a terrific easy chart that will go together quickly. Trumpets are featured on the melody with plenty of solid full band accompaniment.

A Musical Journey Through the African Savannah-Let's go on a safari with Ward and Lilly Didi Daniel Melissa Wally and a host of safari guides! Through song and dialogue we'll learn about the exciting African Savannah wildlife of lions giraffes geckos bushbabies servals weaverbirds crocodiles and elephants! Either as a staged performance with characters or simplified speaker parts for a …

Level 1. PlayTime Piano Music from China is a musical journey featuring energetic dances, quiet folk melodies, and original Chinese pieces. The book is arranged especially for the early elementary student and correlates with Level 1 in the Piano Adventures method. At this level, five-finger positions reinforce tonalities and intervals. Teacher duets provide a full, rich background. Along the way, …