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Edited by acclaimed educator Philip Sparke, these exciting method book/CD packs for beginners contain songs, music puzzles, games to increase your understanding of music, information about your instrument, and lots of fun pieces to play - either with the CD provided or with other students. Books include helpful diagrams and fun illustrations throughout.

Performing in a big band, and accurately interpreting a big band drum part, can present a challenge to beginning and experienced drummers alike. This book by the founder and publisher of Modern Drummer magazine has been written and designed specifically to help drummers better understand the intricacies of this specialized form of drumming. Time notation, section and ensemble figures, phrasing and fill-ins are all thoroughly discussed, and a wealth of practice examples are included to help players improve their big band drumming performance. 'An excellent text that gets right to the core of big band drumming.' - Louie Bellson

Finally available in DVD format, Seymour Fink's renowned Mastering Piano Technique sets pianists of every skill level free to express their most musical ideas with a holistic approach to the keyboard based on a sound understanding of the relationship between physical function and movement and musical purpose. In this invaluable resource for pianists and teachers, Professor Fink explains his groundbreaking ideas and demonstrates his innovative developmental exercises. 86 minutes. Professor Seymour Fink, retired senior piano professor in the Department of Music, University of New York at Binghamton, has made a lifetime study of piano technique and its pedagogy. An active solo and chamber pianist, Professor Fink gives numerous master classes and lecture demonstrations on piano teaching and technical development. He brings to this study a wealth of European and American educational experience, worldwide travel and observation of the pianistic scene, and more than 35 years of piano teaching experience.

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The Hal Leonard Bass Method is designed for anyone just learning to play electric bass. It is based on years of teaching bass students of all ages, and it also reflects some of the best bass teaching ideas from around the world!
This complete edition contains books 1, 2 and 3 bound together in one easy - to - use volume.
Book 1 includes:
- Tuning
- Playing Position
- Musical Symbols
- Notes Within the First Five Frets
- Common Bass Lines, Patterns, and Rhythms
- Rhythms Through Eighth Notes
- Playing Tips and Techniques
- More Than 100 Great Songs, Riffs, and Examples

Book 2 includes:
- The box Shape
- Moveable Boxes
- Notes in Fifth Position
- Major & Minor Scales
- The Classic Blues Line
- The Shuffle Rhythm
- Tablature

Book 3 includes:
- More Great Songs, Riffs, and Examples
- Sixteenth Notes
- Playing Off Chord Symbols
- Slap & Pop
- Hammer Ons & Pull Offs
- Playing Different Styles and Grooves

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Bass Method - Complete Edition (Friedland Ed)

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Master chord theory ... in minutes! The Chord Wheel is a revolutionary device that puts the most essential and practical applications of chord theory into your hands. This tool will help you: Improvise and Solo - Talk about chops! Comprehend key structure like never before; Transpose Keys - Instantly transpose any progression into each and every key; Compose Your Own Music - Watch your songwriting blossom! No music reading is necessary. 'This is the kind of device that players of any instrument can use to enhance their musical understanding. Chord and key relationships are inseparable, and learning these relationships is a must in becoming a successful musician.' - Alan Remington, Orange Coast College Music Dept.

This book/CD pack by Canada's premier guitar and DobroŽ player introduces beginning to intermediate players to many of the basics of folk/roots guitar. Topics covered include: basic theory, tuning, reading tablature, right- and left-hand patterns, blues rhythms, Travis picking, frailing patterns, flatpicking, open tunings, slide and many more - everything necessary to become a true roots guitar player! The CD includes 40 helpful demonstration tracks.

The Mariachi Method Book transforms the traditional verbal teaching of this time-honored genre into a written text. This book is especially designed to teach the beginning player the fundamentals of Mariachi guitar. It contains lessons that introduce the primary chords, followed by easy exercises, new rhythm patterns and great songs to put your new Mariachi knowledge to use. The two accompanying CDs provide a teaching soundtrack to guide you through the exercises, rhythms and songs.

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Moveable Major Scales
Variations Of The Two Moveable Major Chords
Using The Practice Tracks
Two Moveable Major Chords
Three Moveable Blues Boxes
The Major Scale
The I-iv-v Chord Family
Notes On The Fretboard
Major 'Sliding' Pentatonic Scales
Introduction
How To Read The Fretboard Diagrams
How To Read Chord Grids
'chuck Berry-style' Double-note Licks
Chord Fragments/Chord Families
A Moveable Double-note Lick
The F-d-a Roadmap

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This handy book/CD pack will get you playing all over the banjo fretboard in any key! You'll learn to: increase your chord, scale and lick vocabulary; play chord-based licks, moveable major and blues scales, melodic scales and first-position major scales; and much more! The book features easy-to-follow diagrams and instructions for beginning, intermediate and advanced players, and the CD includes 51 demonstrations of the exercises.

A Guide To Tune Analysis and Chord//Scale Choices For Improvisation More than just another chord/scale publication, this book addresses how melody function and context play a major role in determining the best possible scale to be used in a given situation. Excellent summaries are also provided in this revolutionary, concise publication. A must for any jazz educator.

Navigate the guitar neck better than ever before with this easy-to-use book! Designed from Musicians Institute core curriculum programs, it covers essential concepts for players of every level, acoustic or electric. A hands-on guide to theory, it will help you learn to build any scale or chord on your own and unleash creativity. No music reading is required.

Teaching Music with Passion is a one-of-a-kind, collective masterpiece of thoughts, ideas and suggestions about the noble profession of music education. Both inspirational and instructional, it will surely change the way you teach (and think) about music. Filled with personal experiences, anecdotes and wonderful quotations, this book is an easy-to-read, essential treasure! One of the most 'real' writings I have read during my 35 years in music education. - Mel Clayton, President, MENC: The National Association for Music Education

Each book in the Art of series presents a comprehensive overview of the style of one of today's greatest bands. Classic riffs and insightful commentary on the music provide players with the tools they need for a greater understanding of a particular artist's work. The Art of Steely Dan features analysis of more than 130 classic note-for-note intros, riffs and comping grooves, as well as discussion of Steely Dan's melody, harmony, rhythm, form, instrumentation and lyrics. In addition to all this, there is also a discography and a resources section to provide a plethora of other info about the band.

The editor belives that this book will help the basson student who frequently studies orchestral excerpts without an understanding of the harmonic and rythm accompaniment of the orchestra. By playing these excerpts with piano accompaniment he will develop a true perspective

A Composer's Insight, Volume 1 - with a foreword by Michael Colgrass - is the first in a five-volume series on major contemporary composers and their works for wind band. Included in this initial volume are rare, behind-the-notes perspectives acquired from personal interviews with each composer. An excellent resource for conductors, composers or enthusiasts interested in acquiring a richer musical understanding of the composers' training, compositional approach, musical influences and interpretative ideas. Features the music of: Timothy Broege, Michael Colgrass, Michael Daugherty, David Gillingham, John Harbison, Karel Husa, Alfred Reed and others.

Making Music Make Money will educate songwriters and aspiring music business entrepreneurs in the basics of becoming an effective independent music publisher. Eric Beall, creative director for Zomba Music Publishing, covers everything you need to know to get published, including: the role of a music publisher; copyright - how to get one, use one, and make money from one; building a business plan; identifying which songs to sell and to whom; and much more.

The Associated Board's Jazz Syllabus is a comprehensive introduction to the world of jazz. A pioneering set of publications and a structured learning program provide the building blocks needed to play jazz with imagination, understanding, and style and to improvise effectively right from the start. Jazz Trombone Tunes is a series of graded folios providing a wealth of jazz repertoire representing the breadth and diversity of jazz, from the great African-American tradition to the vibrant and multicultural sounds of jazz today. Each book includes a CD that provides minus-one backing tracks as well as recordings of full performances. Level 1 includes: Gravidade • Equinox • Centerpiece • Blue Moon • When the Saints Go Marching In • Full Nelson • Emerald • Relic • more.

The Associated Board's Jazz Syllabus is a comprehensive introduction to the world of jazz. A pioneering set of publications and a structured learning program provide the building blocks needed to play jazz with imagination, understanding, and style and to improvise effectively right from the start. Jazz Clarinet Tunes is a series of graded folios providing a wealth of jazz repertoire representing the breadth and diversity of jazz, from the great African-American tradition to the vibrant and multicultural sounds of jazz today. Each book includes a CD that provides minus-one backing tracks as well as recordings of full performances. Level 1 includes: Jumpin' at the Woodside • St. James Infirmary • Mack the Knice • Down by the Riverside • Awa • First Moves • Steppin' Out • more.

The Associated Board's Jazz Syllabus is a comprehensive introduction to the world of jazz. A pioneering set of publications and a structured learning program provide the building blocks needed to play jazz with imagination, understanding, and style and to improvise effectively right from the start. Jazz Trumpet Tunes is a series of graded folios providing a wealth of jazz repertoire representing the breadth and diversity of jazz, from the great African-American tradition to the vibrant and multicultural sounds of jazz today. Each book includes a CD that provides minus-one backing tracks as well as recordings of full performances. Level 1 includes: Blues Oriental • It's Me, O Lord • Swingin' the Blues • Moonglow • 'S Wonderful • Jean Pierre • Jungle Bit • more.

The Associated Board's Jazz Syllabus is a comprehensive introduction to the world of jazz. A pioneering set of publications and a structured learning program provide the building blocks needed to play jazz with imagination, understanding, and style and to improvise effectively right from the start. Jazz Flute Tunes is a series of graded folios providing a wealth of jazz repertoire representing the breadth and diversity of jazz, from the great African-American tradition to the vibrant and multicultural sounds of jazz today. Each book includes a CD that provides minus-one backing tracks as well as recordings of full performances. Level 1 includes: Minor Swing (Django Reinhardt & Stephane Grappelli) • Las Vegas Tango (Gil Evans) • Milestones (Miles Davis) • Blue Moon (Richard Rodgers & Lorenz Hart) • Steppin' Out (Nikki Iles) • Mo' Better Blues (Bill Lee) • and more.

The Associated Board's Jazz Syllabus is a comprehensive introduction to the world of jazz. A pioneering set of publications and a structured learning program provide the building blocks needed to play jazz with imagination, understanding, and style and to improvise effectively right from the start. Jazz Trombone Tunes is a series of graded folios providing a wealth of jazz repertoire representing the breadth and diversity of jazz, from the great African-American tradition to the vibrant and multicultural sounds of jazz today. Each book includes a CD that provides minus-one backing tracks as well as recordings of full performances. Level 3 includes: Minor Chant • Mind the Gap • Blue Train • Come Sunday • Inchworm • Windflower • August One • more.

The Associated Board's Jazz Syllabus is a comprehensive introduction to the world of jazz. A pioneering set of publications and a structured learning program provide the building blocks needed to play jazz with imagination, understanding, and style and to improvise effectively right from the start. Jazz Flute Tunes is a series of graded folios providing a wealth of jazz repertoire representing the breadth and diversity of jazz, from the great African-American tradition to the vibrant and multicultural sounds of jazz today. Each book includes a CD that provides minus-one backing tracks as well as recordings of full performances. Level 2 includes: Old Joe Clark (traditional) • Things Are Getting Better (Cannonball Adderly) • I'm an Old Cowhand (Johnny Mercer) • Song for My Father (Horace Silver) • I'll Take Les (John Scofield) • Oye como va (Tito Puente) • and more.

The Associated Board's Jazz Syllabus is a comprehensive introduction to the world of jazz. A pioneering set of publications and a structured learning program provide the building blocks needed to play jazz with imagination, understanding, and style and to improvise effectively right from the start. Jazz Flute Tunes is a series of graded folios providing a wealth of jazz repertoire representing the breadth and diversity of jazz, from the great African-American tradition to the vibrant and multicultural sounds of jazz today. Each book includes a CD that provides minus-one backing tracks as well as recordings of full performances. Level 3 includes: Afro Blue (Mongo Santamaria) • Belly Roll (Quincy Jones) • Birks Works (Dizzy Gillespie) • Alfie's Theme (Sonny Rollins) • Honeysuckle Rose (Thomas 'Fats' Waller & Andy Razaf) • My Little Suede Shoes (Charlie Parker) • Make Me a Memory (Grover Washington Jr.) • and more.

The Associated Board's Jazz Syllabus is a comprehensive introduction to the world of jazz. A pioneering set of publications and a structured learning program provide the building blocks needed to play jazz with imagination, understanding, and style and to improvise effectively right from the start. Jazz Trombone Tunes is a series of graded folios providing a wealth of jazz repertoire representing the breadth and diversity of jazz, from the great African-American tradition to the vibrant and multicultural sounds of jazz today. Each book includes a CD that provides minus-one backing tracks as well as recordings of full performances. Level 2 includes: Nobody Knows the Trouble I've Seen • Blues for Pat • A Caddy for Daddy • A String of Pearls • Grand Street • Don't Tell Me Now • more.

The Associated Board's Jazz Syllabus is a comprehensive introduction to the world of jazz. A pioneering set of publications and a structured learning program provide the building blocks needed to play jazz with imagination, understanding, and style and to improvise effectively right from the start. Jazz Clarinet Tunes is a series of graded folios providing a wealth of jazz repertoire representing the breadth and diversity of jazz, from the great African-American tradition to the vibrant and multicultural sounds of jazz today. Each book includes a CD that provides minus-one backing tracks as well as recordings of full performances. Level 2 includes: Old Joe Clark • Trouble in Mind • Tom Cat • The Very Thought of You • Georgia on My Mind • Hit the Road Jack • Evil Ways • more.

The Associated Board's Jazz Syllabus is a comprehensive introduction to the world of jazz. A pioneering set of publications and a structured learning program provide the building blocks needed to play jazz with imagination, understanding, and style and to improvise effectively right from the start. Jazz Clarinet Tunes is a series of graded folios providing a wealth of jazz repertoire representing the breadth and diversity of jazz, from the great African-American tradition to the vibrant and multicultural sounds of jazz today. Each book includes a CD that provides minus-one backing tracks as well as recordings of full performances. Level 3 includes: Bemsha Swing • Django • Autumn Leaves • Make Me a Memory • We Will Meet Again • more.

The Associated Board's Jazz Syllabus is a comprehensive introduction to the world of jazz. A pioneering set of publications and a structured learning program provide the building blocks needed to play jazz with imagination, understanding, and style and to improvise effectively right from the start. Jazz Trumpet Tunes is a series of graded folios providing a wealth of jazz repertoire representing the breadth and diversity of jazz, from the great African-American tradition to the vibrant and multicultural sounds of jazz today. Each book includes a CD that provides minus-one backing tracks as well as recordings of full performances. Level 2 includes: Burning Torch • Slinky Thing • Bags' Groove • When Lights Are Low • Ja-Da • Dead Ranch • Contemplation • more.

A complete chord reference book with over 350 chord shapes, to accompany the ever popular tutor books/backing tracks series. Includes clear chord diagrams and photos of two different shapes for each chord, plus bonus CD demonstrating how each chord should sound.

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A complete scale reference book with over 250 chord shapes, to accompany the ever popular tutor books/backing tracks series. Includes clearly illustrated scales with two different shapes for each scale, plus bonus CD demonstrating how each scale should sound.

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A comprehensive guide to some of the best Blues Riffs for Tenor Saxophone and B Flat instruments. This book is ideal for most levels of musicianship, from the beginner/intermediate student who is interested in understanding and playing the blues, to the more advanced players that need new ideas to help stimulate their creativity. An accompanying CD is included with every example.

A comprehensive guide to some of the best Blues Riffs for Tenor Saxophone and B Flat instruments. This book is ideal for most levels of musicianship, from the beginner/intermediate student who is interested in understanding and playing the blues, to the more advanced players that need new ideas to help stimulate their creativity. An accompanying CD is included with every example.

A comprehensive guide to some of the best Blues Riffs for Alto Saxophone and E Flat instruments. This book is ideal for most levels of musicianship, from the beginner/intermediate student who is interested in understanding and playing the blues, to the more advanced players that need new ideas to help stimulate their creativity. An accompanying CD is included with every example.

These unique flash cards introduce young students to the essential musical signs and symbols for developing musical literacy and understanding. Being able to recognize and deal effectively with these symbols is a basic aspect of musical thinking and the development of one's creative potential. Current research indicates that early musical experiences for children enhance their problem - solving capabilities in later life. These flash cards, used in musical game settings, will facilitate the development of each student's cognitive and creative skills.

With only a basic knowledge of the piano, you can enter the world of jazz improvisation! With Warren's expert guidance, you'll quickly develop an understanding of the building blocks of jazz piano: scales, melodic development, rhythm comping, chord building, bass lines and much more!

Provides essentials for the development of musical understanding and skill. Includes an introduction to major and minor diatonic chord progressions, and suggestions for students to develop their own musical ideas.

Music Street is a three year program for beginners four or five years of age. Students are motivated through various singing and playing activities as they are introduced to all the note names and animals that live on Music Street. Unlike many courses for young children, the TMA Junior Courses create students who develop good performance skills within their first year, while still developing their ear and reading skills, ensemble playing, and understanding music fundamentals. Students and parents will be encouraged, if not amazed, at what can be accomplished at such a young age and how much fun it is.