Par SAL SALVADOR. This is an excellent technique study text. It is divided into two sections. The first, 'The Art of Single String Soloing,' presents concepts and ideas for improvisation. Chord relationships are explored in each key, phrasing and progressions are discussed and a wealth of single string studies are given. Part two, 'Jazz Single String Studies,' presents a thorough grounding in jazz…

Following on from Steven Sproat's best-selling Starting Ukulele this brand new book builds on the basics with introductions to several new techniques. Mastering new strumming patterns, alternative chord shapes and fingerpicking will add colour and flair to your basic playing skills! Steven has also assembled a unique selection of songs to help you practise and show off your new skills. Starting Uk…

Par VAN NUETEN GUY. Light the fire, James. We'll take our digestive by the crackling of the hearth. Such were the thoughts that came to mind as I started listening to Guy Van Nueten's new record. Because, yes, there is a certain aristocracy to this music. There's the feeling of autumn and you immediately long to warm yourself on the sounds that issue from Van Nueten's bony fingers. But it could ju…

The key of B-flat major and 3/4 time signature are featured in this early-intermediate solo by Judy East Wells. The left-hand is an excellent study in chord and interval analysis. Lyrical playing is fostered through the right-hand melody line. Together, they provide an opportunity for working on balance as well. Students will have no trouble creating the image of a Silver Lake through the music an…

Par CURNOW PAUL. The short suite format gives the arrangement great flexibility of use. Movement 1 (PRAISE TO THE LORD) inspires the listener with elements of a “voluntary” style arrangement while the second movement (HE IS LORD) is steeped in peaceful reverence. The third and final movement is an expression of joyous praise. A LITTLE SUITE PRAISE will do a great deal to enrich the worship experie…

A good warm-up session can be the most crucial part of your practice session. Not only does it limber and stretch your finger muscles, it helps to ward off injuries, gets your hands in 'sync,? and promotes accuracy and speed. This book contains a wide variety of exercises to help get your hands in top playing shape. It addresses the basic elements of guitar warm-ups by category: stretches and pre-…

Par HANNICKEL MIKE. Let your young band ROCK with BACH! The “Musette” from the “Anna Magdalena Notebook” forms the basis of this light-hearted mis-treatment of the original rocker, J. S. Bach. The limited rhythmic pallet is a great way for young players to reinforce their basic eighth-note reading and every section gets its time in the spotlight. A few simple accidentals add some spice to the stew…

Sperie Karas takes you systematically through the land of syncopation, starting with 4/4 time, and on to odd and changing meters. The mastery of these solos prepares you for today's musical scene, giving you the control and security for the most demanding contemporary musical challenges in jazz, pop, and rock. Your reading skills will also be rewarded. 50 Syncopated Snare Drum Solos is ideal for c…

19 original concert studies by such well-known composers as James Curnow, Jacob de Haan, Jan Van der Roost and Allen Vizzutti. This book will be of great use to all euphonium players who are looking for short unaccompanied solos. (With Demo CD).

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