36 More Accompanied Exercises that Teach Technique. Par BECK ANDY. Each exercise in this valuable resource is designed to reinforce fundamental vocal concepts for choral and solo singers of any age. Organized in 12 focused categories, the purpose of every warm-up is evident, and clearly stated directions optimize growth. Supportive piano accompaniments, including progressive modulations, are light…

for piano and woodwind quintet. Par JALBERT PIERRE. Wind Dances is in seven short contrasting movements, each containing dance-like rhythms, both slow and fast. Having two sons who both play the clarinet, I've heard many a woodwind quintet, so I've been wanting to write for the medium for quite a while. In this instance, I also added my own instrument, the piano. The work opens with a fast moveme…

Like many composers who found themselves in exile during the war years, Castelnuovo-Tedesco composed in a very neoclassical and neoromantic style, reviving more traditional or antiquated ideas of melody, tonality and texture. His collection of Shakespeare Songs feature settings of verse from across the full range of the Bard's plays, and have proved to be great critical successes still widely perf…

Par BENNETT NED. A practical and imaginative guide to jazz for instrumentalists and pianists of any age, from beginners to approximately grade 4 level. Through listening and improvising, it explores swing, the blues scale, jazz harmony and structure and is ideal for players keen to cross over from classical to jazz. The book is designed to be be used alongside instrumental/piano lessons, in prepar…

This anthology contains 12 original works by composers of the Classical period, including pieces by Giordani, Haydn, JC Bach and Beethoven.The anthology covers a wide stylistic range of material and, as with the other volumes in the series, is ideal for any players interested in gaining an insight into the richness and variety of the Classical piano repertoire. The collection is accompanied by a C…

Par MARSH LIN. Singbook is an inspirational resource for all singing leaders working with children and young people, and contains 12 songs by some of today's most exciting songwriters. Suitable for established singing leaders seeking new repertoire, and those leading singing groups for the first time. Inspires young people with an exciting and vibrant mix of styles. Celebrates our cultural diversi…

Par WILSON MARK / WOOD PAUL. StringTastic Beginners is the first in a fun new series designed to teach through playing, for violin, viola, cello and double bass, fully integrated so that all instruments can play and learn together. Each book contains over 40 imaginative pieces to steadily establish a secure playing technique and build confidence, from complete beginner to Initial Grade level. As w…

The Suzuki Method® of Talent Education is based on Dr. Shinichi Suzuki's view that every child is born with ability, and that man is the son of his environment. According to Dr. Suzuki, a world-renowned violinist and teacher, the greatest joy an adult can know comes from developing a child's potential so he/she can express all that is harmonious and best in human beings. Students are taught using …