Guitar - Intermediate - Digital Download SKU: M0.97196MEB A Comprehensive Method for Today's Guitarist!. Composed by William Bay. Style. E-book and online audio. Mel Bay Publications - Digital Sheet Music #97196MEB. Published by Mel Bay Publications - Digital Sheet Music (M0.97196MEB). ISBN 9781619116436. 8.75x11.75 inches.Mastering the Guitar 2B is a continuation of Mel Bay's innovative, comprehensive method for learning the guitar. This volume features closed position playing in the keys of A, F-sharp, E-flat and C-minor. In addition to an incredibly diverse variety of guitar solo material in flatpick and fingerstyle forms, Book 2B teaches chord progressions, blues turnarounds, fingerpicking blues and ragtime solos, harmonized scales and basic improvisation. Finally, a number of outstanding duets are included by masters such as Corelli, Bach, and Rameau. Mastering the Guitar 2B extensive audio is a recording to accompany the new comprehensive Mel Bay method of the same title. This audio contains most all of the solo and duet settings found in the book as performed by William Bay, Mike Christiansen, and John McClellan.   Includes access to online audio.

Guitar,Voice - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1384353 By Vanessa Williams. By Alan Menken and Stephen Schwartz. Arranged by Brad Powell. Broadway,Children,Classical,Film/TV,Musical/Show,Pop. Guitar Tab with Voice. 8 pages. Geofonica Artistworks #968672. Published by Geofonica Artistworks (A0.1384353). This is a solo guitar instrumental arrangement in both TAB and standard notation (including lyrics for reference) of Colors of the Wind (from Pocahontas), created by Brad Powell The Candlelight Guitarist--for his performances in the Princess Breakfast Adventure at the Disneyland Resort's Grand Californian hotel (Napa Rose restaurant), from 2019 to early 2024. Brad performed this for Pocahontas, her friends, and guests. It's an intermediate level larrangement mixing pop with basic classical fingerstyle techniques. You can see & hear the full arrangement performed in the YouTube link provided.ABOUT: Brad Powell (aka The Candlelight Guitarist) began guitar at age ten, inspired by The Beatles. At 15, he became a protégé of jazz guitarist Joe Pass, and later studied classical guitar under Vincent Macaluso, and at California State University, Northridge under Ronald Purcell, with a master class under Andrés Segovia. Brad was featured performing Gerald Wilson's Sonata for Guitar and Orchestra at the Hollywood Bowl, with the composer conducting. Brad was mentored in composition by David Rose (composer for Little House on the Prairie). Brad has composed music for TV, including Hill Street Blues and The 'A' Team, working with Mike Post. Brad has ten albums as The Candlelight Guitarist. When not making music, Brad is often out hiking with his four dogs. Brad also played as the solo guitarist for Disney's Princess Breakfast Adventure at Disney's Grand Californian Resort by Disneyland (March 2019-January 2024), providing music for the Disney Princesses (Belle, Tiana, Jasmine, Rapunzel, Mulan, Aurora, Ariel, Pocahontas, Cinderella, and their friends and guests).COMMENTS FROM LONG-ESTABLISHED REVIEWERS (for this and other Candlelight Guitarist recordings)...Bill Binkelman - Music Reviewer for Zone Music Reporter and New Age RetailerThe Candleight Guitarist is your tour guide to a land of easy-going, warm, and inviting instrumentals.Rebecca of Amazon - Amazon.com HALL OF FAME TOP 500 REVIEWERBradley Powell's flawless playing allows you to completely relax into sleep or relax into an evening of candlelight and romance. I've fallen into a peaceful sleep while listening to this music and have also spent relaxing afternoons reading while The Candlelight Guitarist wove an intricate tapestry of sounds to nurture my heart. ...  Bradley Powell's music is infused with natural ambience. As rich sounds renew your spirit, you can relax into a deep sigh of the heart. His style is artistic, heart healing and filled with romantic and cultural influences.Vicki Blizzard (Editor, PaperWorks and Crazy for Cross-Stitch! magazines) in CREATIVITY e-Letter: Music to filter into my dreams. My new favorite to listen to is classical guitar music by Bradley Powell.Bob McKillop, founder and publisher, MaineFolkMusic.com...perfect for situations in which candlelight figures prominently. Quiet meditation, romance, intellectual stimulation – the soft, pure tones of his Spanish and classic instrumental style open up your heart and render it more receptive to the spiritual messages that these pursuits engender..

Solo Guitar - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1384445 By Vanessa Williams. By Alan Menken and Stephen Schwartz. Arranged by Brad Powell. Broadway,Children,Classical,Film/TV,Musical/Show,Pop. Individual part. 6 pages. Geofonica Artistworks #968716. Published by Geofonica Artistworks (A0.1384445). This is a solo guitar instrumental arrangement in standard notation (including lyrics for reference) of Colors of the Wind (from Pocahontas), created by Brad Powell The Candlelight Guitarist--for his performances in the Princess Breakfast Adventure at the Disneyland Resort's Grand Californian hotel (Napa Rose restaurant), from 2019 to early 2024. Brad performed this for Pocahontas, her friends, and guests. It's an intermediate level arrangement mixing pop with basic classical fingerstyle techniques. You can see and hear the full arrangement performed in the YouTube link provided.  (NOTE: This same arrangement is also available with TAB included.)ABOUT: Brad Powell (aka The Candlelight Guitarist) began guitar at age ten, inspired by The Beatles. At 15, he became a protégé of jazz guitarist Joe Pass, and later studied classical guitar under Vincent Macaluso, and at California State University, Northridge under Ronald Purcell, with a master class under Andrés Segovia. Brad was featured performing Gerald Wilson's Sonata for Guitar and Orchestra at the Hollywood Bowl, with the composer conducting. Brad was mentored in composition by David Rose (composer for Little House on the Prairie). Brad has composed music for TV, including Hill Street Blues and The 'A' Team, working with Mike Post. Brad has ten albums as The Candlelight Guitarist. When not making music, Brad is often out hiking with his four dogs. Brad also played as the solo guitarist for Disney's Princess Breakfast Adventure at Disney's Grand Californian Resort by Disneyland (March 2019-January 2024), providing music for the Disney Princesses (Belle, Tiana, Jasmine, Rapunzel, Mulan, Aurora, Ariel, Pocahontas, Cinderella, and their friends and guests).COMMENTS FROM LONG-ESTABLISHED REVIEWERS (for this and other Candlelight Guitarist recordings)...Bill Binkelman - Music Reviewer for Zone Music Reporter and New Age RetailerThe Candleight Guitarist is your tour guide to a land of easy-going, warm, and inviting instrumentals.Rebecca of Amazon - Amazon.com HALL OF FAME TOP 500 REVIEWERBradley Powell's flawless playing allows you to completely relax into sleep or relax into an evening of candlelight and romance. I've fallen into a peaceful sleep while listening to this music and have also spent relaxing afternoons reading while The Candlelight Guitarist wove an intricate tapestry of sounds to nurture my heart. ...  Bradley Powell's music is infused with natural ambience. As rich sounds renew your spirit, you can relax into a deep sigh of the heart. His style is artistic, heart healing and filled with romantic and cultural influences.Vicki Blizzard (Editor, PaperWorks and Crazy for Cross-Stitch! magazines) in CREATIVITY e-Letter: Music to filter into my dreams. My new favorite to listen to is classical guitar music by Bradley Powell.Bob McKillop, founder and publisher, MaineFolkMusic.com...perfect for situations in which candlelight figures prominently. Quiet meditation, romance, intellectual stimulation â?? the soft, pure tones of his Spanish and classic instrumental style open up your heart and render it more receptive to the spiritual messages that these pursuits engender..

Easy Piano - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1318473 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by André Nusa. Patriotic,Traditional. Score. 2 pages. Andre_Nusa #907139. Published by Andre_Nusa (A0.1318473). Elevate your piano repertoire with the lively Turkey in the Straw. This beginner-friendly arrangement ensures a delightful playing experience for novice pianists. Infused with playful energy, this solo piece invites you to master the charming melodies and enhance your musical skills. Perfect for those starting their musical journey, Add a touch of Americana to your repertoire and enjoy the satisfaction of mastering this classic tune with our carefully crafted sheet music.

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Easy Piano - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1362067 By American Folk Song and Children Songs. By American Folk Song and Children Songs. Arranged by Darek. Children,Folk,Multicultural,Traditional,World. Score. 2 pages. Darek #946531. Published by Darek (A0.1362067). I've Been Working on the Railroad – American Folk Song [EASY]Simplified Children Song “I've Been Working on the Railroad� for Piano and Keyboard in Easy Arrangement for Beginners. Each note has video tutorial on the Music Lessons by Darek YouTube channel.This Sheet Music is Simple Arrangements for Beginners for Instruments such as Piano, Grand Piano, Keyboard or even Accordion or Bells! Easy Sheet Music for Children will be perfect for those who already know something, but are still at the beginning.Included: Lyrics, Chords, Fingering and simple YouTube video tutorial.This Sheet Music is perfect for preschoolers and older children, as well as for adults or parents who want to play for their children, who have already started their adventure with learning to play the piano or keyboard, but are not yet advanced musicians. Musical development is an important element of growing up for every young music enthusiast. What better way to love music than by playing it yourself? This Sheet Music includes the lyrics to the song, allowing young pianists to sing along while they play, making their practice sessions even more engaging. In addition, the chords and fingering markings are provided, guiding beginners in mastering the piece and developing proper technique.Piano | Keyboard | Children Song | Digital Sheet Music | Easy Arrangement | Children Music | Song for Children | Easy Version for Pianists | Beginner Version | Easy Piano Sheet Music | Arrangement for Beginners | Grand Piano | Easy Piano Arrangement | Simple Arrangement For Beginners | Sheet Music Children Collection | Various Children Songs| Easy Sheet Music Collection | Songs for Kids | American Folk Song | Early Childhood Music Education.

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Chamber Orchestra - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.750975 Composed by Samuel A. Ward 1895. Arranged by Brendan Elliget MAGA 537. Patriotic. Score and parts. 12 pages. BJE Music #5789233. Published by BJE Music (A0.750975). America the Beautiful is an American patriotic song. The lyrics were written by Katharine Lee Bates, and the music was composed by church organist and choirmaster Samuel A. Ward at Grace Episcopal Church in Newark, New Jersey. The two never met. Bates originally wrote the words as a poem, Pikes Peak, first published in the Fourth of July edition of the church periodical The Congregationalist in 1895. At that time, the poem was titled America for publication. Ward had originally written the music, Materna, for the hymn O Mother dear, Jerusalem in 1882, though it was not first published until 1892. Ward's music combined with the Bates poem was first published in 1910 and titled America the Beautiful. The song is one of the most popular of the many U.S. patriotic songs. [Wikipedia]It has been arranged here for a String Quartet or Group [Key of C] including a Violin 3 which doubles the Viola part with appropriate range changes. There is also an optional Piano Part (Not shown on the score).The MP3 was recorded with NotePerformer 3.Grade = 2.5 Duration = 1:40 mins (2 verses)

Small Ensemble Flute,Piano - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.750979 Composed by Samuel A. Ward (1848-1903). Arranged by Brendan Elliget MAGA 537. Folk,Patriotic. Score and parts. 13 pages. BJE Music #5854021. Published by BJE Music (A0.750979). America the Beautiful is an American patriotic song. The lyrics were written by Katharine Lee Bates, and the music was composed by church organist and choirmaster Samuel A. Ward at Grace Episcopal Church in Newark, New Jersey. The two never met. Bates originally wrote the words as a poem, Pikes Peak, first published in the Fourth of July edition of the church periodical The Congregationalist in 1895. At that time, the poem was titled America for publication. Ward had originally written the music, Materna, for the hymn O Mother dear, Jerusalem in 1882, though it was not first published until 1892. Ward's music combined with the Bates poem was first published in 1910 and titled America the Beautiful. The song is one of the most popular of the many U.S. patriotic songs. [Wikipedia]It has been arranged here for a Flute Quartet or Group [Key of Bb]. Parts for 4 Flutes and optional parts for Alto and Bass Flutes. There is also an optional Piano Part (Not shown on the score).The MP3 was recorded with NotePerformer 3.Grade = 2 Duration = 1:40 mins (2 verses)

Small Ensemble Alto Saxophone,Baritone Saxophone,Piano,Soprano Saxophone,Tenor Saxophone - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.750974 Composed by Samuel A. Ward 1895. Arranged by Brendan Elliget MAGA 537. Folk,Patriotic. Score and parts. 12 pages. BJE Music #5789731. Published by BJE Music (A0.750974). America the Beautiful is an American patriotic song. The lyrics were written by Katharine Lee Bates, and the music was composed by church organist and choirmaster Samuel A. Ward at Grace Episcopal Church in Newark, New Jersey. The two never met. Bates originally wrote the words as a poem, Pikes Peak, first published in the Fourth of July edition of the church periodical The Congregationalist in 1895. At that time, the poem was titled America for publication. Ward had originally written the music, Materna, for the hymn O Mother dear, Jerusalem in 1882, though it was not first published until 1892. Ward's music combined with the Bates poem was first published in 1910 and titled America the Beautiful. The song is one of the most popular of the many U.S. patriotic songs. [Wikipedia]It has been arranged here for a Saxophone Quartet or Group [Key of Bb]. Parts for Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Baritone, and Bass Saxophones. There is also an optional Piano Part (Not shown on the score).The MP3 was recorded with NotePerformer 3.Grade = 2.5 Duration = 1:40 mins (2 verses)