Par SPARKE PHILIP. Flying the Breeze opens with three repeated B's (representing the initials of the Breeze Brass Band from Japan who commissioned this work). A short introduction leads to a robust theme from the baritones and euphoniums which is taken up by cornets and trombones. A restless bridge passage leads to a syncopated tune from the solo cornet and then to a third theme from a solo trombo…

Par HARRIS PAUL. The Complete Practice Workbook has been produced in association with The Musician's Union and offers teachers and players a must-have resource that supports every aspect of instrumental practice. For every lesson, it includes: a diary to record the lesson highlights, review practice outcomes and note down any resources or issues to address in the next lesson - a Simultaneous Lear…

Par WEDGWOOD PAM. Improve your Piano playing technique with this easy-to-follow guide. Pam Wedgewood: Piano Basics Volume 2 is filled with useful advice and tips, presented in imaginative ways to make learning fun. Featuring theory quizzes and handy fact files, this informative book will teach you all of the essential theory required to master the Piano. With Piano Basics Volume 2 musicians will l…

An instructional video that starts from the beginning! Clawhammer From Scratch begins as though you really have NO knowledge of how to play the five string banjo clawhammer style. Beginning at the beginning, Dan presents a brief history of the 5-string banjo then goes over the parts of the banjo, holding the banjo, right and left hand styles and his basic clawhammer strum. Even the strum is broken…

The Hal Leonard Jazz Piano Method is a comprehensive and easy-to-use guide designed for anyone interested in playing jazz piano - from the complete novice just learning the basics to the more advanced player who wishes to enhance their keyboard vocabulary. There are lots of fun progressions and licks for you to play and absorb. The accompanying audio includes demonstrations of all the examples in …

Do you love the blues' Do you want to master it by learning the techniques used by the greats' Then Real Blues Guitar is exactly what you're looking for. Revised with all-new engravings and now with a companion DVD, this book starts you off with the basics and takes a comprehensive approach to rhythm, lead, and solo playing. You'll be guided through the styles of blues guitar masters like Eric Cla…

Experience Ultimate Expression. Par COKER JERRY. The jazz ballad provides our greatest opportunity for lyrical expression and represents the surest way to the musical heart. Traditionally, it has been the testing ground for a performer's worth, yet it is largely missing in our present musical culture and is seldom addressed in learning situations. Jerry Coker is recognized for his ability to creat…

This method by Tim Kliphuis is the first book to teach Gypsy Jazz Violin in the style of Stephane Grappelli. Have you ever listened to Stephane Grappellis' solos thinking 'I wish I could do that, but it is way over my head'' Here is the answer. Simple theory, licks and stylistic lessons point you towards your first authentic Gypsy Jazz improvisations, which you can try out with the swinging…

Description A must have 'handbook' for all professional singer wanna-bes and singers auditioning for bands. Learn the secrets towards a successful singing career. How to develop stage presence and musical identity, choose songs that showcase your voice, understand musical notation and create lead sheets. Choose the right mic and PA, overcome stage fright, auditioning tips and ideas …