Guitar Fretboard Memory Magic
Guitar Fretboard Magic! Unlock all the notes in 6 simple exercises!Why Would I Want to Learn All the Notes of My Fretboard? Over my 25+ year career as a musician and guitar teacher, I have come across many guitarists who cannot name all the frets on the fretboard. Learning the guitar or music theory for that matter, with no knowledge of the basic fundamental organization of the fretboard is a bit like trying to learn to swim without getting into the water. While not impossible, it just doesn't make much sense! This book will make sure you don't wind up like countless other guitar players who can't name the most basic building blocks on their instruments- the notes!Here's why you should learn the fretboard: Understand how the instrument is arranged for melodic and harmonic applicationCreate a mind map that lets you navigate the fretboard seamlessly and quicklyHelps to communicate musical ideas to the written form much fasterCreates a deeper bond with your instrumentHere's What You'll Find InsideThe easiest system of learning the fretboard, organized into 6 easy exercisesA step by step approach that will give you results, fast and painlesslyAll the charts and notation/tabs to show you exactly what to practiceBeginner friendly - no prior music theory experience necessary!Blank tab charts and chord diagrams to design your own versions of the exercises! Includes access to a Video Companion CourseSo what are you waiting for? Start your guitar learning journey now! Or simply continue your journey and make your guitar practice even more satisfying
Hit the drums!
Hit The Drums! is THE method for everyone who wants to learn how to play drums. Through varied and practical exercises that succeed each other in a logical order, you will work on: grooves and fills, reading notes, independence and coordination, accents and ghost notes, hi-hat variations, technique and creativity, song structureand so much more!This book is unique, because sticking and rhythmical language are written downtogether with the exercises. This makes the musical notation even easier and quickerto understand. This comprehensive method is developed through years of teachingexperience, educating all ages and levels of students.Listen to all exercises in this book on www.hitthedrums.com
Piano-Playing Revisited
A guide, linked to an online suite of video examples, to how historical instruments influenced the composers of keyboard music, and a way to look at their scores with fresh eyes and ears. Today's pianists are expected to play music of three centuries on a single instrument: Steinway's design from the late 1800s. Other types of pianos, such as Mozart's Walter or Chopin's Pleyel, are increasingly being copied or restored, but they are played almost exclusively by specialists in "Historical Performance." David Breitman has been introducing Oberlin Conservatory students to historical keyboards since 1991, and in this book he focuses on the music he cares about most deeply and the problems he has found most perplexing. He begins by acknowledging the dilemma of confronting historical repertoire with modern instruments, then shows how to apply insights from period instruments to practical problems on any piano, including the relationship between melody and accompaniment and the use of the pedal. The central portion of the book discusses the pianos and piano music of Haydn and Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, and Chopin, as well as the special place of the clavichord in eighteenth-century keyboard culture. A wide range of musical examples demonstrates how composers were influenced by the instruments they knew, and how that understanding can help today's performers. The book concludes with a passionate plea for individual creativity and autonomy, authentic voices for our own time. A suite of videos, including demonstrations of representative musical examples as well as of the moderator pedal and clavichord action, can be found here: https: //vimeo.com/showcase/8046349.
Catalogue Of The Stearns Collection Of Musical Instruments
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Guitar for Beginners
Want to Learn How to Play a Guitar? Play Your First Song With This Easy to Learn Beginner's Guide.Would you like to: - Learn an instrument you could take anywhere?- Pursue a new hobby to show off to your friends and family?- Master a skill that could build your confidence?If so, this book is for you!Do you believe that music soothes the soul?Listening to music can bring a lot of benefits, but learning to play an instrument is even more beneficial.It can build your confidence, provide an escape to work or other life commitments and it's also a great way to express yourself.And regardless of whether you become a musician in the future or play it off as a hobby, mastering this skill can bring a lot of opportunities.It's an instrument that could bring and connect people together, even if you don't speak the same language.Bringing this out on a party or a gathering can make you the center of attention.Unveiling this talent could even let you make new friends from people you don't expect.Trying to court someone? Use this to strike a conversation. It brings plus points and make you look cooler.Mastering the chords, learning a new song, and nailing a performance are some of the achievements every guitar player could get.There's just this sense of fulfillment when you accomplish something, you're passionate about.And with this book in your hands, you can start your own musical journey. Here's what you'll learn from this book: - Know the different parts of the guitar- How to properly hold and tune your guitar- Learn to read a guitar tablature- Discover how to read chord charts- Finger dexterity exercises you can do to play the guitar smoothly- Guitar techniques such as vibrato, slides and double stops
Open String Bow Workouts for Viola, Book Two
This book of exciting bowing workouts for the viola gives you 110 all-new exercises to train your bow on open strings before you begin the rest of your practice. Since there are no left hand notes, you can focus entirely on improving the dexterity and control of the right (bow) hand. This book gives violists a tremendous resource for developing an all-around bow technique that meets the demands of the viola repertoire, as well as a path to creating better tone. The exercises in this viola bowing book work on on staccato and articulation, dynamics, string crossing, chords, hooked bowing, spiccato, and more.
Open String Bow Workouts for Cello, Book Two
One way to maximize your cello practice is by adding a short bowing study on open strings.Open-string studies on the cello can help you focus on your bow and how it interacts with the string. Good bow technique is essential for creating beautiful sound.This second book of new and exciting bowing workouts for the cello gives you 110 exercises to train your bow on open strings before you begin the rest of your practice.Since there are no left hand notes, you can focus entirely on improving the dexterity and control of the right (bow) hand.This book gives cellists a tremendous resource for developing an all-around bow technique that meets the demands of the cello repertoire, as well as a path to creating better tone.​The exercises in this book work on on staccato and articulation, dynamics, double stop staccato and string crossing, chords, spiccato, and more!Note: The main focus of this book is on bow control with articulations. Smooth, connected bows and string crossing are covered in Open String Bow Workouts for Cello, Book One.
Open String Bow Workouts for Violin, Book Two
This book of exciting bowing workouts for the violin gives you 110 all-new exercises to train your bow on open strings before you begin the rest of your practice. Since there are no left hand notes, you can focus entirely on improving the dexterity and control of the right (bow) hand. This book gives violinists a tremendous resource for developing an all-around bow technique that meets the demands of the violin repertoire, as well as a path to creating better tone. The exercises in this violin bowing book work on on staccato and articulation, dynamics, string crossing, chords, hooked bowing, spiccato, and more.
How to Play Piano for Beginners Kids
Uncover a practical beginner's guide to playing the piano even if you're a complete beginner!Does your child want to start playing the piano, but you're not sure where to begin? Are all the complex guides and expensive tutors putting them off learning? Or are you looking for a step-by-step introduction to the world of the piano? Then this is the book for you!The piano is a wonderful instrument which has become a major part of music through the ages, but for many people, it can seem daunting to learn. Now, this beginner's guide provides a detailed look at the piano and the essential music theory that you need to know.Drawing on simple exercises and easy-to-understand advice that even a newcomer to music will understand, inside you'll discover everything you need to know to familiarize yourself with the piano and start playing in no time at all! Covering a brief history of music, the best piano-playing habits to develop, and an insight into the music theory and chords behind it all, here's what you'll discover inside: - Exploring The Foundation of Music and How It Has Impacted Our Culture- The Golden Rule For Piano Playing and Essential Tuning Tips- Uncovering Octaves, Sharps and Flats, and The Musical Scale- A Breakdown of Key Signatures, Signs, and Symbols- Tips and Tricks For Hand Coordination- Must-Know Major Chords and Minor Chords- A Collection of Popular Songs and Nursery Rhymes To Practice- And So Much More! So don't wait! Even if you're new to the piano, this guide arms you with all the fundamental knowledge you need to start playing. Forget the complex music theory and the expensive lessons now you can learn the piano in a simple, fun way!
How to Play Keyboard for Kids
Teach your child how to play the keyboard with the help of this incredible guide!Do you want to teach your child how to play the keyboard? Looking for a practical guide which explains all the fundamentals in an easy-to-understand way? Then keep reading!Learning an instrument is a great way to improve brain health, boost creativity, and create a valuable skill which will stay with your child for their entire lives. But how can you help them learn in an easy, fun, and hassle-free way? Containing a wealth of essential information, this book uncovers how your child can learn the keyboard with ease. With a breakdown of the different parts of the keyboard, as well as correct posture, chords, and an introduction to musical notation, How to Play Keyboard for Kids is your ticket to the wonderful world of the keyboard!Here's what you'll find inside: - Understanding the Keyboard - Parts, Features, Accessories and More- How To Pick the Right Keyboard For You- Correct Posture and Playing Positions- Understanding the White and Black Keys- Notations, Intervals, Octaves, and Playing Fundamentals- A Beginner's Guide to Reading Sheet Music- "Handy" Exercises For Exercising Your Fingers and Hands- Mastering the Chords, Scales, and Must-Know Chord Progressions- Understanding Musical Notation- And More!With accompanying images to aid explanation, as well as a wealth of useful tips and tricks on everything from getting started to mastering intermediate chords, this book is your all-in-one guide for teaching your child to play the keyboard! So don't waste hours and hundreds of dollars on expensive teachers or courses - now you can make learning the keyboard cheap, easy, and hassle-free!
Mike Stern Altered Scale Soloing
Master Powerful Altered Scale Guitar Soloing With Mike Stern There has never been a jazz guitar book like this before... Mike Stern is an electrifying guitarist whose blistering chops combine sophisticated jazz harmony with rock-fusion firepower and perfect bluesy phrasing. In this ground-breaking book, he shares his secrets of altered scale soloing and reveals the keys to his signature sound. In his new book, Altered Scale Jazz Guitar Soloing, exclusive to Fundamental Changes, Mike teaches you in depth how to use every important altered scale on guitar to create incredible solos with his instantly recognizable sound. You'll master modern outside-sounding jazz guitar chops using... The Altered Scale (Super Locrian Mode)The Mixolydian b2b6 Scale (Phrygian Dominant)The Symmetrical Diminished Scale (Half Whole)The Whole Tone Scale A Complete, Practical System to Create Modern Jazz Guitar Vocabulary Along with over 140 jaw-dropping licks and music examples, Mike's unique jazz guitar course teaches you to get insidethe scales. You'll discover the following jazz guitar soloing concepts: How each altered jazz guitar scale is formedThe most important scale shapes and positions to use and whyHow to master the scale intervals and use them to create blistering jazz solos Beautiful sequencing patterns that quickly become musical phrases you can useDozens of modern scalic licks, runs and sequences With these essential skills under your fingers, you'll immediately apply them musically as you learn play intervallic licksover the most essential chord changes in jazz to add new depth to your soloing. As your jazz guitar soloing skills develop, you'll add to your vocabulary by learning lines based around more advanced, musical jazz structures. You'll learnt to get creative with... Diatonic triads7th chord jazz arpeggio sequencesTriad/arpeggio-based melodiesLonger 8-bar jazz soloing structures Master Altered Scale Jazz Guitar Lines With Four Epic Etudes Each altered scale is taught in its own detailed chapter, and to round off each one you'll be taught a full-length original solo, recorded at Mike's New York studio. These solos combine all the musical approaches of each chapter into beautiful, melodic language you can use in your own playing. This rigorous approach to learning each scale sound, combined with a vast arsenal of melodic ideas, gives you unparalleled insight into the mind of one of the most respected jazz musicians on the planet... and you'll also learn plenty of Mike's signature licks and tricks along the way! One Solo to Rule them All! To tie every altered jazz guitar scale sound together, Mike has written an epic 130-bar solo that explores every musical concept over a blistering Bb Blues. When you learn this solo, you'll hear, internalize and feel how these advanced jazz guitar scales can be used to make powerful, attention-grabbing music. Altered Scale Jazz Guitar Soloing is a deep dive into the musical mind of one the true jazz guitar geniuses of our generation. You owe it to yourself to check it out take your music to a whole new level of creativity.
Beethoven: The Sonatas for Piano and Violin
A rich survey of all Beethoven's sonatas for violin and piano. The first in over half a century to be devoted to a detailed analysis of the complete Beethoven sonatas for violin and piano, this book arose from the author's desire to pass on to a younger generation more than sixty years' experience as a practising musician and teacher. Professor Rostal addresses himself to professional and amateur musicians alike, to students and to listeners, all of whom will derive pleasure and enlightenment from his words. Each of the ten Sonatas is carefully discussed, the manuscripts and first and later editions meticulously compared. Musicians will find technical and interpretative problems approached and solved and the music-lover a helpful listener's guide to these ever-popular masterpieces. As the Amadeus Quartet's Preface says of this important book, `It is a "must" for all students and performers, and is a "must" for all lovers of Beethoven.' A renowned violinist and teacher, Professor MAX ROSTAL studied music under Arnold Ros and Carl Flesch. Founder and President of the European String Teachers' Association, he has made many recordings and is the editor of numerous wirks inthe violin repertoire.
Three-Octave Scales for the Viola, Book One, Learning the Scales
Are you ready to learn three-octave scales on the viola? Do you want a better sense of fingerboard geography? Are you tired of guessing where notes in the higher positions are? This book can help!Using a carefully planned series of exercises, this book teaches the notes and spaces in three-octave major, melodic minor, harmonic minor, and chromatic scales on the viola. After practicing these exercises, your hand can have a much better grasp of where the notes are in each scale and how to reach those notes consistently and precisely. With multiple traditional fingerings as well as a universal fingering for all the scales, this book also gives you studies to increase your scale speed.
A Conguero’s Conguero
This is the memoir of the conguero who made his way into the world of music to become one of the most influential percussionists in salsa.
John Williams: Changing the Culture of the Classical Guitar
This book assesses the influence and reception of many different forms of guitar playing upon the classical guitar and more specifically through the prism of John Williams. Beginning with an examination of Andr矇s Segovia and his influence upon Williams' life's work, a further three incisive chapters cover key areas such as performance, perception, education and construction, considering social and cultural contexts of the guitar over the past century. A final chapter on new directions in classical guitar examines the change in reception of the instrument from the mid-1970s to the present day, and Williams' impact upon what might be termed 'standard classical guitar repertoire'.With in-depth discussion of the cultural and perceptual impact of Williams' more daring crossover projects and numerous musical examples, this is an informative reference for all classical guitar practitioners, as well as scholars and researchers of guitar studies, reception studies, cultural musicology and performance studies. An online lecture by the author and a transcript of the author's interview with John Williams are also available as e-resources.
Solitary Refinement
A musician's journey never ends, and the work is often solitary. Fortunately for bassoonists, Solitary Refinement can be a trusted companion throughout their musical career, replete with exercises adaptable by bassoon students who are still developing their skills, all the way to virtuosi seeking to perfect their craft. Drawing on her extensive career as a professional bassoonist and teacher, Nadina Mackie Jackson has assembled a comprehensive volume of technical exercises for the serious bassoonist. This book covers chromatic scales in many permutations and intervals, diatonic scales and chords, and exercises designed to strengthen fundamental basics, such as fingering, embouchure, double tonguing, vibrato, tuning and tone quality. In elegant, accessible prose, Nadina Mackie Jackson also shares her wisdom on the importance and philosophy of technical practice, with sensible advice on how to build good habits. Beyond the exercises, this book also serves as a guide for bassoonists on how to set personal goals and develop a sustained practice that will nurture their musical growth over a lifetime. Solitary Refinement is designed for the seriously committed bassoonist of any age to maintain, develop and expand their command of the bassoon, and will inspire players to see themselves in a world that combines musical passion and fundamental discipline.
Learn To Play Bass Guitar
Learn To Play Bass Guitar is a comprehensive course for beginners to get started enjoying the fun of playing the bass guitar. It will lead you on a path to bass guitar mastery. It will show you how to get started playing the bass guitar in a simple step-by-step method. Learn parts of the bass guitar, how to properly hold it, what kind of amp is needed, and concepts necessary to create music. Learn bass guitar techniques such as 12 bar bass riffs, chord formulas, arpeggios, proper timing, creating rhythm, and practice habits. In addition to all that, you'll also get introduced to the basics of music theory and the fun of using bass guitar pedals. Yep, it's all here and more in this book Learn To Play Bass Guitar. If you are looking to learn to play bass guitar, then this book is for you. Even if you play bass guitar already, you can still learn some new music concepts that will help improve your musicianship. Packed with information that most bass guitar players who play by ear don't know. Like how to read notation diagrams. How to break down timing into note sequencing for creating better rhythms. This book is designed to take you from an absolute newbie (who knows nothing about the bass guitar) to a well proficient player of music knowledge and understanding. Improve your rhythm, timing, music theory, and techniques associated with playing bass guitar that professionals use in this comprehensive course.
120 Of The Most Beloved Piano Classics
'120 Of The Most Beloved Piano Classics' features a big selection of popular titles in one book, perfect for performing musicians or the serious hobbyist. All titles are arranged for piano. This book will help you achieve excellent results quickly and easily.
The Complete Guitar Technique Speed Strategies Collection
Three genre-defining guitar technique books combined to give you the smoothest playing mechanics on the planet.This ground-breaking guitar technique collection brings together three bestselling books by rock guitar virtuoso Chris Brooks. This compilation will take you from player to slayer as you master the right- and left-hand techniques essential to shred guitar mastery.Over 360 exercise and musical examples that teach you to tackle the most devious of musicOver 3 hours of audio you can download for freeDevelop perfect sweep picking, legato and picking mechanics on guitarBook One: Neoclassical Speed Strategies for GuitarNeoclassical Speed Strategies for Guitar focuses on speed picking in the tradition of Yngwie Malmsteen, where picking technique is approached via biomechanics, strategy, and progressive advancement to create blazing single- and multi-string licks, sequences and etudes.A complete guitar picking course that starts from the first principles of movement and works around your own unique body mechanics, illustrated in detailInventive exercises that combine shifting scale lines, sequences, single-string phrases and string-changing mechanicsConcise, developmental picking drills and studies forming a clear, incremental path to speed-picking masteryBook Two: Sweep Picking Speed Strategies for GuitarSweep Picking Speed Strategies for Guitar takes a meticulous approach to breaking down the biomechanics of sweep picking and goes way beyond drills and guitar licks to get to the heart of great sweep picking technique. You'll master everything from pick grip and fundamental rudiments to the execution of perfect, large-scale arpeggio forms for the most common chord types as you learn sweep picking on guitar. A comprehensive breakdown of everything you need to sweep pick like a proA systematic guide to mastering technique and dominating the fretboardComplete technical development through 100 drills and 17 EtudesBook Three: Legato Guitar Technique MasteryFor the fretting hand, Legato Guitar Technique Mastery will help you to dazzle with smooth lines, comprehensive neck coverage and various mechanical combinations. Here is a complete system to play legato like the masters, in the style of Alan Holdsworth, Guthrie Govan, Greg Howe, Brett Garsed, Steve Vai and Joe Satriani. Learn the secrets of fretting and picking hand controlDiscover techniques for taming unwanted string noiseTrain yourself with diatonic and chromatic fretboard drillsThis three book collection really is the final word in modern guitar technique.Everything need to build the greatest guitar technique on the planet is right here.
Instrumental Music in Late Eighteenth-Century Naples
The music of early modern Naples and its renowned artistic traditions remain a fruitful area for scholars in eighteenth-century studies. Contemporary social, political, and artistic conditions had stimulated a significant growth of music, musicians and culture in the Kingdom of Naples from the beginning of the seventeenth century. Although eighteenth-century Neapolitan opera is well documented in scholarship, historians have paid much less attention to the simultaneous cultivation of instrumental genres. Yet the culture of instrumental music grew steadily and by its end became an exclusive area of focus for the royal court, a remarkable departure from past norms of patronage. By bridging this gap, Anthony R. DelDonna brings together diverse fields, including historical musicology, music theory, Neapolitan and European history. His book investigates the wide-ranging role of instrumental genres within late eighteenth-century Neapolitan culture and introduces readers to new material, including recently discovered instrumental works of Paisiello, Cimarosa and Pleyel.
Best of Bach
(Schott). This collection of 30 popular original compositions and arrangements for piano presents a selection of pieces by Johann Sebastian Bach that will delight any pianist. Besides the "Prelude and Fugue in C Major" from the Well-Tempered Clavier and other popular educational pieces, this volume also contains many arrangements, such as the "Air" from the Orchestral Suite No. 3 or the "Toccata and Fugue in D minor." All the pieces are of an easy or intermediate level of difficulty, with fingerings and metronome suggestions added.
Ukulele for Beginners
When it comes to a unique and awesome musical instrument, there is nothing that depicts this better than a ukulele. The ukulele is a musical instrument that produces wonderful songs and is fun to play. However, for many people today, the problem is not with the instrument but with their ability to learn how to play it. If that is the situation that you find yourself in, then you should not fret! We have got you completely covered.We provide you with simple guidelines on how to learn to play, starting with basic finger positions, which are essential to the ukulele. Here are some things you will learn: - Delve into the world of the ukulele as a beginner and find out what it takes to grow into a pro. This book will help to grow from a new ukulele player to playing and singing hip songs quickly.- Learn various songs that fit perfectly with the ukulele.- Learn the various ways in which you can gain practical experience. This book is sure to not only set you on your way to the top, but guide you on how to get there.Apart from this, you'll also learn: - The history of the ukulele and how it grew to prominence.- You will learn about the various chords and how to successfully strum your ukulele. We also have tips on how to hold the ukulele. You will have no doubt that you are thoroughly covered.Learning the ukulele so something anyone at any age can do! Moreover, the number of people who can play the ukulele is increasing with each passing day.So why not take the first step to learn the ukulele like a pro? You are one page away from learning about all the things you desire. So hop in and enjoy the ride! Click the Buy Now button to get started today.
Building Electric Guitars
This book explains step by step, with over 1800 photos and more than 600 illustrations how to layout and build your own electric guitar.Build an entire guitar in a small room on a homemade multifunctional work table. Only a router and some easy-to-make jigs are required to prepare the wood.
Guitarra Ac繳stica
Libro 1En este libro, te guiar矇 a trav矇s de la teor穩a antes de profundizar en el juego. Te ense簽ar矇 c籀mo tocar una partitura y, cuando termines, podr獺s recoger una pieza de m繳sica y saber c籀mo se supone que se debe tocar. Naturalmente, esto es muy diferente de c籀mo se juega. No te convertir獺s en un maestro ni nada, pero entender獺s c籀mo se toca el instrumento y podr獺s tocar algunas canciones pegadizas t繳 mismo.Si eso te parece cautivador, 癒vamos a sumergirnos!Libro 2Saber c籀mo rasguear y tocar es vital para convertirse en un buen guitarrista, y en este libro, se le proporcionar獺n los m矇todos necesarios para aprender a dominar. Aprender獺 varias t矇cnicas y consejos para potenciarlo, incluidos trucos sobre c籀mo cambiar acordes, rasguear, usar una selecci籀n y tocar arm籀nicos de guitarra. Adem獺s, aprender獺 t矇cnicas de la mano derecha, como palmear y amortiguar las cuerdas.Puedes aprender a sonar como un profesional en un corto per穩odo de tiempo. 聶Entonces, Qu矇 esperas? 癒Es hora de empezar a hacer m繳sica!Libro 3Si quieres la herramienta perfecta para aprender la guitarra ac繳stica, leer partituras, y tocar el instrumento como un profesional en s籀lo unos meses, entonces esta es la gu穩a perfecta para ti.Ver獺s, tocar la guitarra ac繳stica como un profesional no tiene que ser arduo. Lo creas o no, es mucho m獺s f獺cil de lo que crees.Esta gu穩a le ayudar獺 a convertirse en un profesional de la guitarra sin vagar sin rumbo. Estas son las cosas que est獺 a punto de descubrir:
Solitary Refinement
A musician's journey never ends, and the work is often solitary. Fortunately for bassoonists, Solitary Refinement can be a trusted companion throughout their musical career, replete with exercises adaptable by bassoon students who are still developing their skills, all the way to virtuosi seeking to perfect their craft. Drawing on her extensive career as a professional bassoonist and teacher, Nadina Mackie Jackson has assembled a comprehensive volume of technical exercises for the serious bassoonist. This book covers chromatic scales in many permutations and intervals, diatonic scales and chords, and exercises designed to strengthen fundamental basics, such as fingering, embouchure, double tonguing, vibrato, tuning and tone quality. In elegant, accessible prose, Nadina Mackie Jackson also shares her wisdom on the importance and philosophy of technical practice, with sensible advice on how to build good habits. Beyond the exercises, this book also serves as a guide for bassoonists on how to set personal goals and develop a sustained practice that will nurture their musical growth over a lifetime. Solitary Refinement is designed for the seriously committed bassoonist of any age to maintain, develop and expand their command of the bassoon, and will inspire players to see themselves in a world that combines musical passion and fundamental discipline.
10 Improvisational Alto Sax Etudes
Originally written with flute players in mind, 10 IMPROVISATIONAL ALTO SAX ETUDES actually works great for alto sax too! These etudes cover a wide variety of standard jazz material and are recommended for classical as well as jazz players and woodwind doublers. Streaming MP3s and free downloads are included so you can listen to and emulate the style, articulation, and feel of the etudes. The free streaming (and downloadable) alto sax MP3's are available at www.jeffcoffin.com/saxThese etudes are originally played and transcribed on flute by saxophonist/woodwinds virtuoso Jeff Coffin (Dave Matthews Band/Bela Fleck & the Flecktones) and demonstrate his experience, expertise, and passion for music, improvisation, and music education.
10 Improvisational Tenor Sax Etudes
Originally written with flute players in mind, 10 IMPROVISATIONAL TENOR SAX ETUDES actually works great for tenor sax too! These etudes cover a wide variety of standard jazz material and are recommended for classical as well as jazz players and woodwind doublers. Streaming MP3s and free downloads are included so you can listen to and emulate the style, articulation, and feel of the etudes. The free streaming (and downloadable) tenor sax MP3's are available at www.jeffcoffin.com/saxThese etudes are originally played and transcribed on flute by saxophonist/woodwinds virtuoso Jeff Coffin (Dave Matthews Band/Bela Fleck & the Flecktones) and demonstrate his experience, expertise, and passion for music, improvisation, and music education. Jeff plays the MP3s available on the website. In the places where you see notes above/below each other, that is because the range of what's being played goes off the traditional written range of the tenor and goes into altissimo. Jeff recommends playing the upper notes if you can but the lower ones are acceptable as well, of course. Put in the work to be able to play in that upper register.
Musical Bows of Southern Africa
Musical Bows of Southern Africa brings together current scholarly research that documents a rich regional diversity as well as cultural relationships in bow music knowledge and contemporary practices. The book is framed as a critical appraisal of traditional ethnomusicological studies of the region - complementing pioneering studies and charting contexts for a contemporary engagement with bow music as an exchangeable cultural practice. Each contribution is written by an expert in the field and collectively demonstrates the multidisciplinary potential of bow music, highlighting the several fields of knowledge that intersect with bow music including ethno-organology, applied ethnomusicology, composition, music literacy, social development, cultural economics, history, orality, performance and language.
Acoustic Guitar for Beginners
The Complete 3 Book Series on Learning to Play Acoustic GuitarBook 1Have you always dreamed of playing the guitar? Do you love the sound of the acoustic guitar, but don't know how to play it? If you long to sing and play songs, then this book is for you.This book is not a rote learning tool nor a textbook. We spared you the annoyance of reading a mechanical write-up. We've tried to be as humane and relatable to your troubles as much as we can. Most of the information you'll get from this book is relevant in any style of guitar playing. By the end of this book, you should be able to: - Choose the best guitar for your needs- String and tune your guitar - Play basic chords on the guitar - Play different strumming patterns - Understand how chords are formed - Groove with riffs and the pentatonic scale - And most importantly, you will be able to read music. Book 2With this book, you'll learn the magic of music and musical instruments. Every modern band has at least one guitar in the group. The guitar is not only easy to play, but it is also versatile. And who doesn't love a great guitar solo? The guitar can fill in the tones ranging from the lows of the bass guitar to the highs of the lead guitar. In this book, you'll learn about the different types of guitars, the material used to make them, and the kind of music you can play.Underlying music is the theory that defines the arrangement of notes and the way you play chords. Learning this will help you understand how the world of music connects each instrument and forms a song. You can open magical doors by understanding how to transition between notes and use chords.In this book you'll discover: - How to care for and maintain your guitar- Gadget, tips, and tricks to help you refine your playing- Basic major and minor chords found in most songs- Diminished, slashed and inverted chords- The basics of playing songs for beginnersBook 3Each chapter of this book focuses on the basics first and then moves on to some intermediate tips for the individuals who want to learn additional information. The guide starts off with the origin of the "modern acoustic guitar" and how it evolved into what it is today. The chapters that follow have been organized in the manner of importance. So, the beginners learn about basic chords first and some background surrounding the guitar. The chapter that follows details different strumming and picking patterns/styles prevalent in the music world. In this book you'll learn- How to understand chord charts- Tips and tricks to get the best tone out of your guitar- How to play open, advanced and barre chords with ease- Strumming techniques and easy patterns to play- Fingerpicking basics, including fingerpicking exercises- How to play popular songs- How to record your guitar and get the best sound- Recording tips and tricks- Everything you need to know about which microphone to chooseEach new skill covered in the book is dependent on the skill learned in the previous chapter. If taken step by step, this guide can be useful for attentive beginners who are willing to put in the time and effort. If you love the sound of the acoustic guitar and have always dreamed of playing it, then why put it off any longer? Act now and get your copy of this book today!
Ukulele for Beginners
The Complete 3 Book Series on Learning how to Play the UkuleleBook 1In this book you'll discover...- The history of the ukulele- Types of ukuleles and accessories- How to choose a ukulele- Ukulele chords and strumming- Ukulele fingerpicking techniques and melody- Easy ukulele songs for beginners- Troubleshooting and maintenance of the ukuleleBook 2 This book is an absolute beginners guide on how to play the ukulele and does not require any previous musical knowledge. The purpose of this book is to help a beginner sing and play songs. Ukulele is an easy-to-learn and quickly rewarding instrument. The most important thing to remember is to enjoy your time and not to get bogged down.This book cover- The Anatomy of Ukulele- Brief History of Ukulele- Chord- Music Theory- Playing TechniquesAnd so much more!Learning new things is like acquiring a unique experience that gives a sense of accomplishment. Step by step, you will learn basic chord fingerings, rhythms, songs, etc.Book 3While the internet is full of various platforms that help you learn different aspects of playing the ukulele, it is a struggle to compile all that information in a condensed and logical flow of information. The uke is a tricky instrument for an absolute newbie who has no prior knowledge. If you are facing the same problem and tired of gathering and collecting information from here and there with no direction, then this book is the perfect choice for you.This book helps you: - Understand what a ukulele is and how it works- Where the ukulele came from and how it is essential in the music industry today- What you can do with your polished ukulele skills - How to read music- How to polish your skills using globally recommended tips and tricks.Remember that this book caters to beginners who have no previous knowledge regarding the instrument. Thus, the language is simple and easy to follow, without jargon, fancy words, or complicated terminology. So, get your hands on this book today to learn to play your ukulele like a pro.
Notes for Violists
Notes for Violists: A Guide to the Repertoire offers historical and analytical information about thirty-five of the best-known pieces for the instrument, making it an essential resource for professional, amateur, and student violists alike. With engaging prose supported by fact-filled analytical charts, the book offers rich biographical information and insightful analyses that help violists gain a more complete understanding of pieces like B矇la Bart籀k's Concerto for Viola and Orchestra, Rebecca Clarke's Sonata for Viola and Piano, Robert Schumann's M瓣rchenbilder for Viola and Piano, op. 113, Carl Stamitz's Concerto for Viola and Orchestra in D Major, Igor Stravinsky's ?l矇gie for Viola or Violin Unaccompanied, and thirty other masterpieces. This comprehensive guide to key pieces from the viola repertoire from the eighteenth through the twentieth century covers concertos, chamber pieces, and works for solo viola by a wide range of composers, including Bach, Telemann, Mozart, Hoffmeister, Walton, and Hindemith. Author David M. Bynog not only offers clear structural analyses of these compositions but also situates them in their historical contexts as he highlights crucial biographical information on composers and explores the circumstances of the development and performance of each work. By connecting performance studies with scholarship, this indispensable handbook for students and professionals allows readers to gain a more complete picture of each work and encourages them to approach other compositions in a similarly analytical manner.
L’Arte della Didattica Musicale
Guida alla didattica della musica sull'esempio concreto di una esperienza pluridecennale di insegnamento musicale: esempi, suggerimenti, dritte, regole, consigli sull'intraprendere il mestiere dell'insegnante privato di musica. Un pratico vademecum per crescere e confrontarsi in un mondo sempre esistito ed in continua evoluzione: i segreti del mestiere per capire cosa funziona in un attivit? tanto 'libera'.
Christmas Songs For Jazz Guitar
Learn Martin Taylor's Jazz Guitar Arrangements of 10 Beautiful Christmas CarolsChristmas Carols for Guitar, arranged by a master of Chord Melody. "These ten jazz guitar arrangements of my favourite Christmas carols have been a labour of love that began in 2019. There's something about the simplicity of the harmony and melody of these tunes that presents a unique challenge to someone used to reaching for the rich chords and melodic twists of jazz standards.On one level, these Christmas songs are simply perfect performance pieces to play for your family and friends. On another level, as a student you'll discover my playing laid bare. If you ever wanted to learn how I approach altering the harmony of a song, these Christmas carols for guitar will provide you with great insight into my creative process." -Dr Martin Taylor MBEFrom the delicate, exposed vulnerability of O Come All Ye Faithful to the Blues stylings of Jingle Bells; from the jazz harmonies of We Wish You a Merry Christmas, to the extended creative vamps of We Three Kings, there's something for everyone in this collection of accessible chord melody arrangements for guitar. Complete with full notation, tablature, audio and insights into each piece from Martin, you'll discover a whole new versatile repertoire of Christmas songs, arranged for jazz guitar, along with genuine musical techniques that you can apply to any song you learn.Learn These Beautiful Christmas Carols for Guitar- O Come All Ye Faithful- All Through the Night- Auld Lang Syne - Silent Night- We Three Kings- Jingle Bells- Deck the Hall- O Little Town of Bethlehem- Away in a Manger- We Wish You a Merry Christmas This book comes with a free audio download of Martin playing each of the 10 Christmas songs live from his studio - so it's like getting a whole album of his virtuoso playing into the bargain.If you want to discover how a virtuoso guitarist approaches a simple melody and turns it into a wonderous work of art, Martin Taylor's Christmas Carols for Jazz Guitar is a sneak peek behind the curtain of his genius. Buy it now.
Major Scale Master
Master the Major ScaleBeing able to play and understand the major scale is vital for all musicians. Once you know it, learning melodies, licks, riffs, music theory, and other scales becomes much easier. And the best way to learn it is by making it a part of your practice routine. Major Scale Master is designed to do just that by giving you over 100 warm-up exercises, arpeggios, and licks to help you learn the major scale in a variety of ways all over the neck! 118 Warm-Ups Exercises Designed to: Help you easily navigate the major scale anywhere on the neckBuild coordination, muscle memory, finger strength, and dexterityTeach you how to recognize various major scale patternsBuild confidence in you melodic ideas and solosIncrease your speed and accuracyImprove your timing Learn the major scale in 5 different regions of the neckUnderstand the three-notes-per string major scale approachGreat for new and experienced playersWhether you are new to the guitar or an experienced player, Major Scale Master will strengthen your technique while building your skill set, taking your playing and understanding of the fretboard to a whole new level.Why wait? Order your copy and get started mastering the major scale today!
Ukulele for Beginners
Many people believe that the ukulele is part of the guitar family. Others believe that it is an independent instrument, and no other instrument is the same. The truth is that the ukulele, otherwise known as the harp, is a family of instruments. It comes in four sizes: soprano, concert, tenor, and baritone. With the increase in demand for stringed instruments and advances in recent luthier technology, new versions have been produced, such as the guitarlele, a six-string ukulele. Ukulele is a social instrument and a musical instrument that stimulates people to have fun. After mastering the first chords, fingers, and songs, you'll be excited to share them with a friend.This book is an absolute beginners guide on how to play the uke and does not require any previous musical knowledge. The purpose of this book is to help a beginner sing and play songs. Ukulele is an easy-to-learn and quickly rewarding instrument. The most important thing to remember is to enjoy your time and not to get bogged down.This book covers- The Anatomy of Ukulele- Brief History of Ukulele- Chords- Music Theory- Playing TechniquesAnd so much more!Learning new things is like acquiring a unique experience that gives a sense of accomplishment. Step by step, you will learn basic chord fingerings, rhythms, songs, etc.I can assure you if you read this book all the way through you will be able to play your very first song in a week. If you put your head to the grindstone, you will surprise yourself when it comes to learning how to play the ukulele.Now that you have a taste, it is time to jump into the world of playing the ukelele as a beginner. The next seven days will be life changing for you as you embark on the world of music. So, let us turn the page and see what is next when learning the ukulele.
Ukulele for Beginners
The ukulele is a beautiful, culturally, and historically rich instrument. However, as soulful, melodic, and engaging as it is, it can be quite tricky for beginners who do not have the proper guidelines. If you are a beginner trying to learn how to play the ukulele, this book is all you need to get started. I've compiled this book to help every struggling ukulele player so that they not only learn how to play the instrument but also get insight into how to play along with audio recordings, and polish their skills.While the internet is full of various platforms that help you learn different aspects of playing the ukulele, it is a struggle to compile all that information in a condensed and logical flow of information. The uke is a tricky instrument for an absolute newbie who has no prior knowledge. If you are facing the same problem and tired of gathering and collecting information from here and there with no direction, then this book is the perfect choice for you.This book helps you: - Understand what a ukulele is and how it works- Where the ukulele came from and how it is essential in the music industry today- What you can do with your polished ukulele skills - How to read music- How to polish your skills using globally recommended tips and tricks.Remember that this book caters to beginners who have no previous knowledge regarding the instrument. Thus, the language is simple and easy to follow, without jargon, fancy words, or complicated terminology.
Creative Shred Guitar Exercises
If you're stuck in a rut with your rock guitar soloing, Shred legend Chris Zoupa is here to set you straight.Creative Shred Guitar Exercises is an eccentric collection of Zoupa's most devilish shred guitar ideas - all lovingly crafted to sharpen every area of your modern rock guitar technical skills.You'll discover 100 fun, creative and outlandish exercises that will improve your abilities and equip you to tackle any soloing situation.Every musical example is focused on the four essential areas of picking, legato, sweeping and tapping... ... and each discipline is stretched to breaking point with exciting and left-field exercises to unleash your inner virtuoso. Break Out of the Box and Break That Rut!If you're sick of playing the same old clich矇d licks, or have an over-reliance on "pure technique", Zoupa has the antidote with this set of 100 creative drills that isolate your technique and get you creative in any guitar soloing situation.Chromatic and whole tone exercises to build clean executionAscending and descending diminished patterns that add tension to your playingFinger independence workouts to help you play anything on guitarMajor 7th, tritone and augmented combos to add unique depth to your solosString skipping and odd-grouping drills to add exciting melodic leaps and rhythmsPentatonic shred ideas that go way beyond the ordinaryGo Way Beyond the Diatonic and Harmonic Concepts of the MastersYou'll also get to drill shred sequences that take inspiration from iconic guitarists and quickly learn to create your own takes on... Triplet and string-changing monster runs in the style of Paul Gilbert and BucketheadEpic Hirajoshi Pentatonic sequences in the style of Trivium and CacophonyNo-nonsense Neo-classical picking workouts a la Yngwie MalmsteenFuturistic, spacey intervallic lines reminiscent of Steve Vai and Tosin AbasiJoe Satriani and Guthrie Govan-style licks to make diatonic legato sound cool and freshBut there's more! You'll also discover: Josh Middleton's (Sylosis) astonishing "legato arpeggio" styleGreg Howe-style arpeggio runs and hammer-ons from nowhereAmazing sweep sequences in the style of Jason Becker and Jason RichardsonThe arpeggio, chromatic and pentatonic tapping approaches of Synyster Gates and Rusty CooleyCreative Guitar Technique You've Been CravingCreative Shred Guitar Exercises quickly helps you master the challenging techniques used by today's virtuoso guitarists, and presents them all in Chris Zoupa's hilariously irreverent teaching style that's loved by millions on YouTube. Open your ears to 100 incredible new possibilities in rock guitar soloing, but be warned... don't forget your safe word!
Ukulele for Beginners
A ukulele is one of the few musical instruments that is unique and loved by many. It has its roots in Hawaii, but today it's found globally. It continues to bring joy and happiness to thousands of individuals around the globe. Although its shape is similar to a small guitar, the two instruments are distinct in various ways. If you're a beginner aspiring to play this instrument, you'll need some background knowledge to make the process easier.In this book you'll discover...The history of the ukuleleTypes of ukuleles and accessoriesHow to choose a ukuleleUkulele chords and strummingUkulele fingerpicking techniques and melodyEasy ukulele songs for beginnersTroubleshooting and maintenance of the ukuleleThis book's information is intended to lay a solid foundation for individuals planning to start ukulele lessons. Read through and start your journey to becoming ukulele stardom. By the time you're done with this book, you'll already be playing your favorite songs on the ukulele.
UKULELE - An Introduction to Fingerpicking
This book is for Left or Right Handed ukulele players who wish to explore the wonderful realms of fingerpicking on any size ukulele. The book focuses on using easy methods to learn fingerpicking patterns. You do not have to be able to read music or complex tablature, you only need to be able to count to four. The author has created sound files for each exercise in the book and can be contacted by email at - admin@gatewayuke.uk
Odyssey
Between 1976 and 1982, Attila Balogh and his Odyssey Guitars Limited made around 2,000 mysterious, unique instruments in a small factory in Vancouver, B.C. Most were identified only by a small brass disc on their headstock, glimpsed onstage with some of the world's biggest bands, and then, like a dream, they slipped into mist and myth and were gone, along with the tragic young genius who created them. Today, some swear Balogh's instruments are the most beautiful and best-playing electric guitars and basses that have ever been. In this thoroughly researched history, biography, and collector's reference, Craig Jones tells for the first time the story of Attila Balogh, the young men of Odyssey Guitars Limited, and the amazing instruments they made.
Odyssey
Between 1976 and 1982, Attila Balogh and his Odyssey Guitars Limited made around 2,000 mysterious, unique instruments in a small factory in Vancouver, B.C. Most were identified only by a small brass disc on their headstock, glimpsed onstage with some of the world's biggest bands, and then, like a dream, they slipped into mist and myth and were gone, along with the tragic young genius who created them. Today, some swear Balogh's instruments are the most beautiful and best-playing electric guitars and basses that have ever been. In this thoroughly researched history, biography, and collector's reference, Craig Jones tells for the first time the story of Attila Balogh, the young men of Odyssey Guitars Limited, and the amazing instruments they made.
Paradiddle Bootcamp Drumkit Workout
Musical Paradiddle Drum Drills to Build Your GrooveTried and true. The proven way to musically apply paradiddles on the drum set.- Are you struggling to musically incorporate paradiddle rudiments into your drum grooves? - Do you want to master effortless ghost note placement and advanced hi-hat patterns? Developing an in-depth knowledge of drum rudiments helps you to communicate freely, clearly, and expressively to your audience - and of all the rudiments, the paradiddle is one of the most important to master.Most drummers are taught the single paradiddle early in their studies, but the vast majority never learn how to bring it to the kit. There are endless combinations available that help turn all the paradiddle rudiments into unique grooves.Paradiddles and their variations are incredible because they naturally create unique sounding ghosts notes on the snare that set up perfect back-beat accents. Most drummers just never learn how to use them properly.Paradiddle Drum Exercises Based on Military Workout PrinciplesMy Paradiddle Bootcamp is a step-by-step system designed to help drum students master and musically apply single and inverted paradiddle grooves to create great-sounding music. It has been designed to program your muscle memory in the same way that elite military personnel are trained. Each drum workout routine will help you master your ghost note placement and advanced hi-hat patterns, then apply them over popular bass drum patterns. It's about breaking free from the monotony of 1/8th note rock grooves and becoming more musical through the use of single and inverted paradiddles. Whether you want to use your lead hand on the cymbals to lock in with guitar and vocal melodies, or use ghost note patterns to lock in with the bass drum and bass guitar, my paradiddle bootcamp will teach you countless new musical ways to spice up your grooves.You'll increase your independence and musicianship, as well as your freedom and control.- Turn Every Paradiddle Rudiment into Incredible Musical Grooves- Dramatically Improve Your Four-Way Independence, Coordination, and Technique- Apply Unlimited Paradiddles to any Kick Pattern for Exponential Musical Results- Master Ghost Note Placement in Any Groove- Increase Hand Speed and Overall ControlStep by Step Drills to Ensure 100% RetentionEvery single one of the 160+ exercises is built into one of three workout routines that are optimized for your schedule. Whether you have 60, 45, or 30 minutes, you'll know you're making the best possible use of your practice time.If you're ready to become a better, more expressive drummer, it's time to take on the Paradiddle Bootcamp
Scale Studies for the Cello (One String), Book Three
Scale Studies (One String) for the Cello, Book Three presents the advanced cellist with another exciting array of scale studies and variations up a single string. The books in this series are particularly useful as essential daily technique, helping the cello player acquire a mental map of the higher positions of the fingerboard. Scale Studies Book Two builds in difficulty and intensity from Book One, including more complicated rhythms and bowings and a greater variety of fingerings, and helping the cellist prepare for scales in concert literature. Other books in the series are Scale Studies (One String) for the Cello, Book One and Book Two, and related studies are included in Broken Thirds (One String) for the Cello, Book Two. This is an extended edition, with additional keys and variations.
Perfect Practice
Learn to practice the right way. Zero in on your goals and become a better guitar player faster.The guitar is in your lap. It's tuned. You're ready. An hour goes by and you feel like you've accomplished so little. In fact, a good chunk of time was spent noodling around. On top of that, your mind keeps going back to the other things you need to be doing: the housework, spending time with family and friends, etc. You set the guitar back in its case, unsure if you've actually made any progress. . .If you find this description all too familiar, you are not alone.Learn the secrets to transforming your practice time into time well-spent.Talent aside, if you want to see yourself progress on the guitar, you have to know how to practice well. This means having a clear understanding of what it means to practice. This concise practice guide will help you to figure out how to identify and overcome the obstacles in your way by showing you what to practice and how to structure your time so you see results faster.Inside Perfect Practice, you will find: How to fit practice time into the busiest of schedulesHow to stay focused and get into the right frame of mindHow to set realistic goals for both the long term and for each practice sessionTips for adding meaningful variety and musicality into every practice sessionTips on what to practice and whenHow to set goals that keep you inspired and ready to practice everydayA practice plan for you to personalizeEnd practice burn-out and learn how to rethink your practice time with Perfect Practice.
Guitar Lessons for Beginner
Do you want to Learn Guitar Fast without having to go through hard theories? Don't stop. Keep Reading!This book, Guitar for Beginners, departs from just conventionally teaching readers that basis of Guitar for beginners. Without too much theory, this book relies on the help of the tablature system, which makes it easy to show the placement of the fingers, the flats and sharps, and the arpeggios.Written with a step-by-step approach that carefully builds each chapter on the other, this book interweaves these topics, so they are connected and sequential. The idea of the book, Guitar for Beginners, is that beginners can understand the concepts behind the Guitar, the styles, and the direction of play. This book will help you make gradual progress, consistently increasing your knowledge and skill. This is just a slice of what you will discover from this book: Components and varieties of guitarsHow to tune the guitarReading guitar notationGraphical representation of chords and how to play themAnd everything else to get you started playing guitar in a matter of daysThis book is going to serve as the beginning of a whole new experience, or even to those who want to improve their skills . Are you ready for the amount of knowledge you are about to gather from this book? And apart from the ability to grow your music, the Guitar helps you to grow your mind. Playing Guitar becomes a social activity for some people, helping them to crawl out of themselves. You get to perform within a group, amidst friends, or at concerts. You can also use the Guitar to meditate, creating quiet time for yourself after work. The Guitar helps to move your spirit from here to a more sublime state where the mind is entirely free.Get this book now and solve all your problems with guitar theoryPick up your copy today by clicking on the BUY NOW button at the top of this page, and enjoy your journey around the guitar's world!
Devil In My Headlights
I have been writing and performing music for forty years. I started listening to music at a young age. I listened to Joe and Eddy, the Righteous Brothers, Peter, Paul, and Mary, and a little later Barbara Streisand as I ironed every Saturday morning. I sang at the top of my lungs, knowing every word. I was the third child of five in a home with alcoholism and mental illness and became "invisible" when I was very young. The music kept me company and made me feel like I was not alone and there was more to life than what I saw around me. It was exciting to feel the melodies and the rhythm inside me. I started listening to Billie Holiday, Nina Simone, Quincy Jones, and Eddie Harris. Then I discovered Emmy Lou Harris, Waylon Jennings, and Rita Coolidge. I loved how the music transformed me, and the world around me. I taught myself piano and a friend gave me a guitar and taught me a few chords. I started writing my own songs hearing little whispers of songs from my past. I went back to college and studied music in all its forms. Music became my "home." I have performed in restaurants/bars, theatres, cafes, and coffee shops. I have taught piano, guitar, and voice for seventeen years. My adult students have performed inWe Fest, house concerts throughout the country, and music festivals. I have produced two albums of original music and performed my songs in my one-woman show "Merica's Story." My songs have been performed in plays I've written, sung at weddings and funerals, and used as background music in educational videos. The songs in this book are eclectic: some are folk, some blues with a little jazz thrown in, some country, and some light rock. They tell stories of my life. From "Devil in my Headlights", a country tune about taking a risk and jumping on the stage to perform, to poignant songs like "Bright Eyes" dealing with a loved ones drug addiction, to "Little Bird" a song about finding your own voice and "I Met Him on a Touring ship" a story of love and romance. This book contains different styles of guitar music, a little classical flare, and soft rock, songs using the whole neck of the guitar. Some songs have tablature and some just the notes. I hope you enjoy the journey of playing my songs and experiencing all they have to offer. I also have a piano book called "Little Bird." My piano songs are a combination of folk, spiritual, and a little new-age thrown in.
Freestyle Rudiments
A System for Rudimental MasteryRudiments are the foundation of every great drummer but mastering them goes beyond repetition. In this book Geoff Fry introduces a powerful system for expanding both traditional and hybrid drum corps rudiments, allowing drummers to develop true rudimental fluency.With this method, you'll learn how to generate over 500 rudimental variations, unlocking new levels of control, creativity, and freedom behind the drum. This book serves as both a practical guide and a comprehensive reference, making it an essential resource for drummers and educators alike.Enhance Your Learning with the Companion App! Search for Snare Essentials on the App Store to access the interactive tool designed to complement this book.
Styles For The Studio - 40th Anniversary Edition
This legendary book is back in print celebrating its 40th anniversary. It teaches guitarists how to improvise in rock, blues, pop, country, and more. It includes a completely integrated explanation of scales, their arpeggios, and the basic harmony to help the reader see how the improvising sounds tie to the musical styles.The player will learn various sounds and where they are located on the guitar. To introduce the sounds we use popular scales, including pentatonics, blues, major, mixolydian and more. Included are various techniques needed to play the sounds (the "roll," double stop, hammer-on, pull-off, harmonized scales, string bends. and double string bends, for example). The minimum requirement for using the book is that the player be comfortable with barre chords - that's all! THIS EDITION has the original content, but with enlarged diagrams, new typeset and layout, and additional new text.
