This manual is a comprehensive workshop guide for constructing instruments belonging to the mandolin family: the mandolin, tenor mandola and octave mandola. It describes the various techniques of the craft and explains the science of their unique sound.
This practical handbook includes eight separate plans of instruments constructed by internationally famous guitar-makers. Part one looks at famous makers, part two at the tools, environment and materials needed while part three comprises a step-by-step method of guitar construction.
Presenting specimen sight-reading tests, this work provides practice material for candidates preparing for early-grade practical exams. The tests are representative of the technical level expected in the exam and explore different keys, styles and tempi.
Features step by step pictures that take you from the first day exercises to playing along with a backing track. Designed to tell you what you need to know, this book uses pictures instead of long explanations. It also includes CD audio tracks to show you how things should sound, and full length accompaniment tracks to play along with.
Learn everything ukelele-from chord progressions to playing pop, folk, and holiday favorites-and, yes, even Hawaiian music! The ukelele is hot. The season one finale of Glee featured a ukelele. The recent hit song "Hey Soul Sister" by Train includes the dulcet tones of a uke.
Presenting specimen sight-reading tests, this work provides practice material for candidates preparing for early-grade practical exams. The tests are representative of the technical level expected in the exam and explore different keys, styles and tempi.
A version of the Preparatory Test for Violin that enables pupils to practise and demonstrate important musical skills, such as a sense of pitch and rhythm, controlled and even playing, accuracy and quality of tone. It is written in 'child-friendly' language, and features entertaining illustrations and a fun page.
Designed for students taking a course in the teaching of strings, this text covers the entire string family and covers all popular methodologies. Topics covered include: general information on string instruments; developing string programmes in schools; and early instruction.
Offers string players at various levels useful information on auditioning and buying a new instrument, bow, and strings. This book contains chapters on maintenance and tuning, as well as background information on the family, the history, and the production of the instruments, a glossary and an index, and interactive Tipcodes.
Aimed at those who are interested in learning to read music for the classical, acoustic or electric guitar, this guide starts at the total beginner stage and takes the reader on a musical journey where they will learn the notes on the guitar very gradually, progressing string by string.
These 18 fun tunes for violin and piano are ideal for every party time and conjure up a variety of scenes to fire the young player's imagination. They are skilfully written for beginners, with the shapes of tunes reinforcing basic fingering patterns and with simple matters gently presented. Many of the pieces are suited to ABRSM's Prep Test.
This visual chronicle of the premier guitar maker charts every Fender model from 1950 to 2000 in detailed year-by-year photo spreads. The book features Telecasters, Stratocasters, Precision Bases, and other Fenders alongside a parallel timeline of musical highlights. 200 color photos.
This volume celebrates the golden anniversary of the solidbody guitar endorsed in 1952 by guitarist Les Paul. It explores the various models developed in each decade, revealing individual specifications and the unique qualities that led Paul to say, You can do anything with this instrument. Illust
Covers all the material needed for the RGT Grade Three electric guitar examination, enabling you to gain an internationally recognized qualification. The book should help you to develop all aspects of guitar playing and increase your knowledge of specialist electric guitar techniques.
Part of a series which offers a comprehensive method of studying the guitar, this book covers all the material needed for the RGT Grade Seven electric guitar examination. It aims to help the reader to develop all aspects of guitar playing and increase knowledge of specialist techniques.
Part of a series which offers a comprehensive method of studying the guitar, this book covers all the material needed for the RGT Grade Six electric guitar examination. It aims to help the reader to develop all aspects of guitar playing and increase knowledge of specialist techniques.
Covers all the material needed for the RGT Grade Four electric guitar examination, enabling you to gain an internationally recognized qualification. The book should help you to develop all aspects of guitar playing and increase your knowledge of specialist electric guitar techniques.
Part of a series which offers a comprehensive method of studying the guitar, this book covers all the material needed for the RGT Preliminary Grade electric guitar examinination. It aims to help the reader to develop all aspects of guitar playing and increase knowledge of specialist techniques.
This volume has been carefully selected for the intermediate violinist. It provides essential repertoire that players will return to time and again. Pieces have been selected by Mary Cohen and include masterpieces by Bach, Mozart and Brahms as well as lesser known pieces by Bartok and Wieniawski. A lasting inspiration to violinists everywhere.
Part of a series which offers a comprehensive method of studying the guitar, this book covers all the material needed for the RGT Grade Five electric guitar examination. It aims to help the reader to develop all aspects of guitar playing and increase knowledge of specialist techniques.
Stringpops are flexible arrangements of pieces for young string players: perfect for concerts or just for fun. This book features scores for violin, optional viola, cello and double bass (all up to approximately grade 2 standard). It contains free audio tracks of the piano accompaniments that are suitable for rehearsals and performances.
Mike Jackson is a self-taught musician who plays 16 different instruments - including ukulele. Featuring Mike's simple method for ukulele, this play-a-long CD helps you to tune your ukulele, and enables you to hear how the songs should sound as well as giving you the opportunity to play along with a full band.
Stringpops are flexible arrangements of pieces for young string players: perfect for concerts or just for fun. This book features scores for violin, optional viola, cello and double bass (all up to approximately grade 2 standard). It contains free audio tracks of the piano accompaniments that are suitable for rehearsals and performances.
Offering a contemplative approach to playing the guitar, this book covers all levels of experience from professional musicians and amateur guitar players to uninitiated music lovers. The author's own experiences with music show how to rediscover harmony and become open to Zen awareness.
Containing nine pieces from the ABRSM 2008-2011 violin syllabus, Grade 2, this album is intended for teachers and pupils. It features 3 pieces from each of Lists A, B and C from the Grade 2 syllabus. It also contains footnotes and syllabus information.
Features Deep Purple hits for guitar with sound alike CD backings. This guitar book is transcribed from the original recording for guitar, in standard notation and tablature with melody line and chord symbols. It is compatible with guitar and drum books.
Teaches you basic playing techniques for the ukulele. This title helps you learn how to hold the instrument, position the hands, strumming techniques, basic chords and beyond. It guides you through a series of exercises, which are organised in a progressive fashion (practicing one strum and slowly building to more complicated rhythmic patterns).
Containing nine pieces from the ABRSM 2008-2011 violin syllabus, Grade 6, this album is intended for teachers and pupils. It features 3 pieces from each of Lists A, B and C from the Grade 6 syllabus. It also contains footnotes and syllabus information.
An annotated bibliography of sources dealing with the string quartet. It includes chapters for general references, histories, individual composers, aspects of performance, facsimiles and critical editions, and miscellaneous topics. It also offers commentary on online links, databases, and references.
This collection of 16 tunes, complete with CD and helpful notes on style and interpretation, is suitable for those with experience of klezmer as well as those without. The CD includes modern and selected historical performances of each tune, together with a complete set of backings.
Includes the printed music for nine pieces from the ABRSM 2008-2011 violin syllabus, Grade 4, as well as recordings of the whole syllabus and a play along track for each piece. This album features three pieces from each of Lists A, B and C. It also includes footnotes and syllabus information.
Containing nine pieces from the ABRSM 2008-2011 violin syllabus, Grade 5, this album is intended for teachers and pupils. It features 3 pieces from each of Lists A, B and C from the Grade 5 syllabus. It also contains footnotes and syllabus information.
Featuring six Stereophonics songs, this book includes lyrics, music and chords. It is accompanied by a CD which has two backing tracks of each song: the first is with guitar, to show how the song should sound, and the second has a backing track without guitar, so that the guitarist can play along.
Serving as a companion to "A New Tune A Day Book 1", this volume contains chord symbols for accompaniment on piano, keyboard or guitar. It features pieces that include well-known classical melodies, showstoppers, jazz hits, folk songs, popular tunes, and film & TV themes.
Includes: advice on your instrument and the equipment you will need; instructions for effective technique and comfortable playing; explanatory pages on reading and understanding music; and, tests to check your own progress and comprehension. The DVD features lessons on: basic techniques; putting the instrument together; posture; and more.
Pieces feature on the ABRSM Double Bass syllabus at Grades 1-6. This title contains well-crafted arrangements and original compositions, presented in chronological order, from the sixteenth century onwards. It includes contrasting styles, from Louis Couperin to Giles Swayne and William Byrd to Gavin Bryars.
Includes the printed music for nine pieces from the ABRSM 2008-2011 violin syllabus, Grade 2, as well as recordings of the whole syllabus and a playalong track for each piece. This album features three pieces from each of Lists A, B and C. It also includes footnotes and syllabus information.
A guide to lead guitar improvization, including an audio CD with full backing tracks. The book explains in a straightforward way how to: develop improvization skills; invent solos; use scales, modes & arpeggios; enhance your playing with specialist techniques; and make your playing more creative.
Includes the printed music for nine pieces from the ABRSM 2008-2011 violin syllabus, Grade 4, as well as recordings of the whole syllabus and a play along track for each piece. This album features three pieces from each of Lists A, B and C. It also includes footnotes and syllabus information.
With arrangements of music from the thirteenth century, this work presents them in chronological order, showing the year in which they were written. It also includes straightforward piano accompaniments, allowing one to get a feel for the different styles of music through time. It is a source of further study and recital repertoire.
Reveals the incredible diversity of the bass guitar. This title includes chapters that cover particular styles or families of styles, gradually introducing players to techniques that allows them to get the most out of their instrument and easily increase their bass repertoire.
Containing nine pieces from the ABRSM 2008-2011 violin syllabus, Grade 2, this album is suitable to teachers and pupils alike. It includes three pieces from each of Lists A, B and C from the Grade 2 syllabus, and has a varied repertoire from which to create an exciting programme for an exam or concert. It also contains syllabus information.
Gives an account of the history of Cremona violins - the rise and fall of the art that dominated over two centuries - and is primarily devoted to the physics behind the violin acoustics, specifically the research of William F "Jack" Fry over the years. This work is suitable for violin makers, violin researchers, and violinists.
Part of a series which offers a comprehensive method of studying the guitar, this book covers all the material needed for the RGT Grade Eight electric guitar examination. It aims to help the reader to develop all aspects of guitar playing and increase knowledge of specialist techniques.
Features popular themes from the movies with melody arrangements for violin. This work includes a music book, which includes 10 pieces in simplified melody-line arrangements and an audio CD, which has professional performance of every piece, with backing tracks to play along.
This guide explains how to improvize and invent bass lines, plus how to use scales and arpeggios and follow chords. The accompanying CD enables the reader to experience the thrill of creating their own bass lines and playing along with a band. Intermediate and advanced levels also available.
This album contains the score and violin part for nine pieces from ABRSM's Grade 2 Violin syllabus for 2012-2015. Features three pieces from each of Lists A, B and C providing appealing and varied repertoire from which to create a balanced programme for the exam or a concert. Also contains helpful information about the pieces and the exam.
Pieces feature on the ABRSM Double Bass syllabus at Grades 1-6. Suitable for double bassists and their teachers, this title presents contrasting styles, from Louis Couperin to Giles Swayne and William Byrd to Gavin Bryars. It includes arrangements that cover the note ranges and keys of the early grades.
Includes the printed music for nine pieces from the ABRSM 2008-2011 violin syllabus, Grade 1, as well as recordings of the whole syllabus and a playalong track for each piece. This album contains three pieces from each of Lists A, B and C. It also includes footnotes and syllabus information.
This album contains the violin part for nine pieces from ABRSM's Grade 5 Violin syllabus for 2012-2015. Features three pieces from each of Lists A, B and C providing appealing and varied repertoire from which to create a balanced programme for the exam or a concert. Also contains helpful information about the pieces and the exam.
A complete three-volume course in one volume, containing dozens of classic hits to sing and play. It provides clear diagrams, instruction photographs, as well as simplified and standard notation. The book includes songs from Oasis, The Beatles, Eric Clapton and Mark Knopfler.
With a selection of pieces for cello and piano, each volume includes arrangements providing practice of the keys, note-ranges and fingering patterns encountered in the early grades. Pieces, from Tallis to Tchaikovsky and from Beethoven to Vaughan Williams, are presented in chronological order with a print of the year in which each was written.
Offers information spanning a range of fiddle playing, from the spike fiddles of Africa and Asia to the Chinese Erhu, the fabulous Indian Sarangi and the mysterious Norwegian Hardingfele. This book looks at some of the most commonly played styles among fiddlers. It answers the question, 'What's the difference between a fiddle and a violin?'.
Includes an audio CD - with actual performances and backing tracks, explanatory diagrams and photographs. Each book contains: advice on the equipment you need; instructions for an effective technique and a comfortable posture; explanatory section on reading music; and more.
Covers all the material needed for the RGT Grade One electric guitar examination, enabling you to gain an internationally recognized qualification. The book should help you to develop all aspects of guitar playing and increase your knowledge of specialist electric guitar techniques.
Covers all the material needed for the RGT Grade Two electric guitar examination, enabling you to gain an internationally recognized qualification. The book should help you to develop all aspects of guitar playing and increase your knowledge of specialist electric guitar techniques.
While the Gibson Company literally made thousands of banjos before the start of WWII, only 250 or so featured that 'Magic Combination' of an Original Flathead Tonering and a Five-string neck. Made famous by such pioneers as Snuffy Jenkins, Earl Scruggs and Don Reno, this book features some of the best of these banjos in the world.
Stringpops are flexible arrangements of pieces for young string players: perfect for concerts or just for fun. This book features scores for violin, optional viola, cello and double bass (all up to approximately grade 2 standard). It contains free audio tracks of the piano accompaniments that are suitable for rehearsals and performances.
This album contains the violin part for nine pieces from ABRSM's Grade 2 Violin syllabus for 2012-2015. Features three pieces from each of Lists A, B and C providing appealing and varied repertoire from which to create a balanced programme for the exam or a concert. Also contains helpful information about the pieces and the exam.
A guide to lead guitar improvization, including an audio CD with full backing tracks. The book explains in a straightforward way how to: develop improvization skills; invent solos; use scales, modes & arpeggios; enhance your playing with specialist techniques; and make your playing more creative.
Tells the story of a music that emerged during the Protestant revolution in Europe, condemned by the Catholic Church for political and theological reasons, and of the Guild of Funerary Violinists. This work discusses the evolution of European culture, musical form, politics, changing attitudes to mortality, and the emotional effects of music.
Face it, being a rock guitarist is just about the coolest thing you can be - next to a secret agent with a black belt in karate. But even if you were a butt-kicking international person of mystery, playing rock guitar would still be cooler because it involves art, passion, power, poetry, and the ability to move an audience of listeners.
Includes the printed music for nine pieces from the ABRSM 2008-2011 violin syllabus, Grade 4, as well as recordings of the whole syllabus and a play along track for each piece. This album features three pieces from each of Lists A, B and C. It also includes footnotes and syllabus information.
Provides a summary of essential information for the violin maker and player. This book is divided into three parts: The Violin Makers; The Workshop, Tools and Materials; and, Violin Construction. It also provides a record of the history, social background, lives and work of the great violin makers of the past.
Stringpops are flexible arrangements of pieces for young string players: perfect for concerts or just for fun! This book contains a score, and the accompanying CD which can be used in a computer to access PDFs of the instrumental parts and print out as many as are needed.
A guide to lead guitar improvization, including an audio CD with full backing tracks. The book explains in a straightforward way how to: develop improvization skills; invent solos; use scales, modes & arpeggios; enhance your playing with specialist techniques; and make your playing more creative.
With a selection of pieces for cello and piano, each volume has arrangements providing the practice of the keys, note-ranges and fingering patterns encountered in the early grades. Pieces, from Tallis to Tchaikovsky and from Beethoven to Vaughan Williams, are presented in chronological order with a print of the year in which each was written.
A guide to lead guitar improvization, including an audio CD with full backing tracks. The book explains in a straightforward way how to: develop improvization skills; invent solos; use scales, modes & arpeggios; enhance your playing with specialist techniques; and make your playing more creative.
Includes the printed music for nine pieces from the ABRSM 2008-2011 violin syllabus, Grade 3, as well as recordings of the whole syllabus and a playalong track for each piece. This album features three pieces from each of Lists A, B and C. It also includes footnotes and syllabus information.
Containing nine pieces from the ABRSM 2008-2011 violin syllabus, Grade 1, this album is suitable to teachers and pupils alike. It includes three pieces from each of Lists A, B and C from the Grade 1 syllabus, and has a varied repertoire from which to create an exciting programme for an exam or concert. It also contains syllabus information.
Broken down into an 8-week program of speed chapters each with brief goal summary, core lesson, theory and tests, this book offers a fast route to mastering the acoustic guitar. It covers the basics, guides the reader through the essential techniques, and self-tests the student on new found skills.
Includes: advice on your instrument and the equipment you will need; instructions for effective technique and comfortable playing; explanatory pages on reading and understanding music; and, tests to check your own progress and comprehension. The DVD features lessons on: basic techniques; putting the instrument together; posture; and more.
A guide to lead guitar improvization, including an audio CD with full backing tracks. The book explains in a straightforward way how to: develop improvization skills; invent solos; use scales, modes & arpeggios; enhance your playing with specialist techniques; and make your playing more creative.
The guitar is one of the most evocative instruments in the world. This book explores how people use guitars and guitar music in various nations across the world as a musical and symbolic basis for creating identities. Guitars play a crucial part in shaping the commercial music industry, educational music programmes, and local community atmosphere.
Containing nine pieces from the ABRSM 2008-2011 violin syllabus, Grade 3, this album is suitable to teachers and pupils alike. It includes three pieces from each of Lists A, B and C from the Grade 3 syllabus, and has a varied repertoire from which to create an exciting programme for an exam or concert. It also contains syllabus information.
Containing nine pieces from the ABRSM 2008-2011 violin syllabus, Grade 3, this album is intended for teachers and pupils. It features 3 pieces from each of Lists A, B and C from the Grade 3 syllabus. It also contains footnotes and syllabus information.
Designed for those who have at least a few years experience playing bass guitar but wish to improve their playing ability and knowledge to an advanced level. This book covers the material needed for the Registry of Guitar Tutors bass guitar examinations from Grade 6 to Grade 8, enabling you to gain an internationally recognised qualification.
Contains 10 songs in melody line arrangements with specially recorded backing tracks. On the 1st disk of this work, you can hear the performance versions of the music tracks. Disk 2 omits the violin part to enable you to play along with the recorded accompaniment.
Containing nine pieces from the ABRSM 2008-2011 violin syllabus, Grade 1, this album is intended for teachers and pupils. It features 3 pieces from each of Lists A, B and C from the Grade 1 syllabus. It also contains footnotes and syllabus information.
Contains an account of the history of Cremona violins - the rise and fall of the art that dominated over two centuries. This book is devoted to the physics behind the violin acoustics, specifically the research of William F 'Jack' Fry. It chronicles his early research and the evolution of his ideas leading to a holistic approach to its acoustics.
A guide to the world of the five-string banjo. It presents over 120 how-to photos and 130 musical examples. It includes a 94 track CD that lets you hear and play along with every exercise and song. It offers instruction in clawhammer, bluegrass, melodic, single-string, minstrel and classic styles.
With graded selection of pieces for cello and piano, each volume has arrangements providing practice of the keys, note-ranges and fingering patterns encountered in the early grades. Pieces, from Tallis to Tchaikovsky and from Beethoven to Vaughan Williams, is presented in chronological order with the year in which each was written.
First published in 1965, this book deals with the history of violin playing against the background of the violin's evolution and the music written for it. Topics covered include the manner of playing in past centuries, the rules of "scordatura" playing and meanings of performing directions.
This album contains the score and violin part for nine pieces from ABRSM's Grade 3 Violin syllabus for 2012-2015. Features three pieces from each of Lists A, B and C providing appealing and varied repertoire from which to create a balanced programme for the exam or a concert. Also contains helpful information about the pieces and the exam.
This album contains the score and violin part for nine pieces from ABRSM's Grade 1 Violin syllabus for 2012-2015. Features three pieces from each of Lists A, B and C providing appealing and varied repertoire from which to create a balanced programme for the exam or a concert. Also contains helpful information about the pieces and the exam.
This album contains the score and violin part for nine pieces from ABRSM's Grade 4 Violin syllabus for 2012-2015. Features three pieces from each of Lists A, B and C providing appealing and varied repertoire from which to create a balanced programme for the exam or a concert. Also contains helpful information about the pieces and the exam.
This album contains the violin part for nine pieces from ABRSM's Grade 4 Violin syllabus for 2012-2015. Features three pieces from each of Lists A, B and C providing appealing and varied repertoire from which to create a balanced programme for the exam or a concert. Also contains helpful information about the pieces and the exam.
This album contains the violin part for nine pieces from ABRSM's Grade 1 Violin syllabus for 2012-2015. Features three pieces from each of Lists A, B and C providing appealing and varied repertoire from which to create a balanced programme for the exam or a concert. Also contains helpful information about the pieces and the exam.