Here they come marching two by two---it's a robot brigade! This dramatic piece for beginning band uses only the first six notes students learn. It is full of meaningful teachable moments that include call-and-response, minor mode, dynamics, and much more. The low brass and low winds play a prominent role throughout and everyone in the band will stay engaged. Students will surely practice this one!…

Learn virtuoso pieces in the styles of Doc, Merle, Chet and Jerry with the Mastering Thumbpicking With Richard Smith instructional DVD.Richard Smith is one of today's hottest fingerstyle guitarists, a sensational musician who is equally at home playing blues, country, jazz or pop.In this tutorial DVD he takes apart his rhythmic 'thumbpicking? style while breaking down four challenging tunes: Happy…

The soundtrack to the smash hit film of Helen Fielding's second novel is here. 'The Edge Of Reason' is jam-packed with pop and soul classics that will lift your mood. No more the 'air-diva', re-live your favourite moments and learn to play all those great songs that make Bridget's adventures so unforgettable.

Par CHRISTIANSEN COREY. Charlie Parker was arguably one of the most influential jazz musicians to have ever lived. This text presents numerous jazz lines in Charlie's style, grouped by their application in a given harmonic content. Students will learn to connect lines to play over ii-V-I progressions, turnarounds and other harmonic frameworks. To facilitate proficiency in all twelve keys, each sec…

Media Type : Book/CD Set Level : Multiple Levels Musical Genre : Bluegrass & Country Series : Complete Number of pages : 200 Fingerstyle guitar is extremely popular today. This is because it lends itself to very personal and lyrical solo and accompaniment styles. This method is one of the very best at teaching the basics of fingerpicking. Written by Nashville's fine guitarist, Tommy Flint, you wi…

This set contains much variety... rock, modal, and swing tunes. Eight songs written by Herbie Hancock that range from the funky 'Watermelon Man' to the modal 'Maiden Voyage.' Beginning improvisors will find many of the songs on this set a real treat with many containing only 3 or 4 chords at relaxed tempos. Intermediate players will enjoy the variety of styles to choose from and advanced players c…

Par HARRIS PAUL. Now more than ever, the ability to sight-read fluently is an essential part of the training of musicians of any instrument. This workbook is designed to help overcome the nerves that can cause sight-reading problems by giving sound technical advice and confidence boosting tips. Step by step it helps young trombonist to build up a complete picture of each piece, first through rhyth…

Learn the seven modes, all while playing chords and solos in the styles of Randy Rhoads, Alex Lifeson, John Petrucci, Eric Clapton, Yngwie Malmsteen and others. Beginner, intermediate and advanced solos are included for each mode, as well as seven jam tracks on two DVDs, so you can practice these solos or make up your own. Also includes detailed instruction on common chords and scale patterns for …

The Beatles' North American tours turned the entertainment business on its ear and forever changed the landscape of the concert touring industry. In February 1964, after finally achieving a number-one hit in America, the Fab Four came to the country with high hopes, performing on the wildly popular Ed Sullivan Show in both New York City and Miami and playing concerts at Carnegie Hall and the Washi…

Par NORI KELLY. This book equips the beginner with the basic techniques necessary to succeed in the modern world of music. Numerous strumming patterns are covered, as are several fingerpicking patterns. The student will also learn the basics of chord chart reading, something that will come in handy should they ever find themselves in semi-pro or professional playing situations. This book will bene…