The Complete Piano Etudes is the first ever publication of all 20 of renowned composer Philip Glass's beautifully simple pieces for solo Piano. With their deft rhythmic and dynamic changes, exciting harmonies and moving melodies, the Etudes are a joy to hear and play. Glass has composed 20 pieces that are at once relaxing and musically captivating, making this collection ideal for a committed fan…

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…

Par SIEGEL RICHARD. Richard Siegel won prizes for the Harpsichord and Chamber Music at the Paris Conservatoire before going on the win first prize in the 1977 International Harpsichord Competition. He has since recorded over 30 CDs and his passion for the instrument has been further apparent in his production of Apprendre à Toucher le Clavecin. As stated in the preface, the study of the Harpsichor…

Par VERVE THE. While Oasis and Blur battled for superficial chart supremacy at the height of the 'Britpop' phenomenon, Richard Ashcroft and The Verve set about creating some of the most poignant and touchingly personal songs of the decade. The Drugs Don't Work , Lucky Man and many others became anthems for a disillusioned generation, and paved the way for the likes of Coldplay, Snow Patrol and Ath…

Description My First Country Guitar Picking Songs is an ideal book for beginners interested in learning country-style guitar and basic reading skills. Author Steve Kaufman uses his award-winning method to teach principles of flatpicking, basic chord fingerings and notation, within the context of classic country songs. This book emphasizes the versatility of the country guitarist as a lead instr…

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 …

New from the Hal Leonard Student Piano Library - Basic Skills Series. Scales, Patterns and Improvs provides students with a valuable resource for building technique through one octave scales, I-IV-V7 chords and arpeggios in all major and minor keys.Students apply these basic skills through improv exercises and reading pieces in every key, and by learning to transpose, create an accompaniment and p…