The volume of duos for advanced players contains pieces or parts of compositions which are longer and more difficult than in the previous volume. They are often to be played in high positions and sometimes involve several movements. They include such special compositions as The Swallow by Louis-Claude Daquin, Romance and Rondo by Jacques Féréol Mazas and two canons by Max Reger. / Tout Instrument

'Easy Charts' is the successful play-along series of Schott which enables talented young musicians to enjoy playing the latest hits. The fifth volume in this series too contains the 12 most popular songs of the last months, including the feel-good song 'Happy' or the sentimental ballad 'Let Her Go' by Passenger. The arrangements have been written for instruments tuned to C, B flat and E flat and can therefore be played by flutes, oboes, clarinets, saxophones or trumpets, for example. / Tout Instrument

Tous instruments / Avec le temps; C'est extra; L'étrangère; Jolie mome; Paname; Paris canaille; Pauvre Rutebeuf; Le piano du pauvre; Le pont Mirabeau; Saint-Germain-des-Prés.

Traditional Songs from Québec for English-Speakers is a collection of 25 hand-picked powerful and gorgeous songs. They range from rousing and rollicking to exquisite and heartbreaking and from widely-known to rare gems of therepertoire. Each song is presented in French as well as in singable English with well-crafted lyrics and each is accompanied by an introduction that adds to an appreciation and understanding of its background. Additionally each song includes transcriptions of the melody as well as two interlocking optional harmonies that can be used singly or together. Both singers and a wide variety of instrumentalists can use these beautifularrangements (and may find helpful the 100 free recordings of them with the melody and harmonies together and separately on the web.) The book's introduction gives a brief historical overview of Québécois traditionalsongs as well as a guide to the use of the book and playing of the songs. In the back of the book you'll find lists of all the recordings and books referenced within plus lists of festivals camps and gatherings where you canenjoy hear learn and share in some of Québec's rich store of traditional music.

A variety of combinations of instruments can play trios with these books. With the exception of the basses, any three like-instruments such as three flutes, three clarinets, three cornets, three trombones, three bassoons, and so on can play together in three-part harmony. Numerous mixed-instruments such as violin, trumpet, and tuba also may perform all of the trios in these books. Basses must play the bottom line only, but the music is arranged so that they have the melody from time to time. Any number of instrumentalists may play together in three-part harmony. Thus, directors can rehearse the music with large ensembles and assign trios of players or groups of players to practice and perform together. / Tout Instrument

Par GRIFFIN MICHAEL. When it comes to musical skill, why is it that some people achieve so much more than others? We are frequently led to believe this is because of a talent hardwired into their DNA. Now, music educator Michael Griffin dismisses that age-old notion in favour of another known factor: practice. His new book, Learning Strategies for Musical Success illustrates how the quantity and quality of practice is the greatest predictor of musical success so that aspiring musicians of all ages and abilities can best bring about expert performance. This inspiring, accessible guide will equip students, teachers, adult learners, and parents with the methods and mindset to improve the likelihood of learning music successfully. 'Deeply impressive - the breadth of research is fascinating!' - Victorian Music Teachers Association 'Terrific...eminently practical...excellent discussion...I came away inspired and excited.' - The Music Trust, Australia 'This book really does deliver' - American Music Teacher 'I can't think of any other book that draws on so many resources to create a new understanding of learning music. Every serious music student, music teacher, and parent of a music student will find important information in this book. Griffin gives clear examples of how concepts are applied that make for enjoyable reading. This book has a potential for making lifelong differences in the lives of music students, parents and teachers.” - Roy Ernst, PhD, LLD Professor Emeritus, Eastman School of Music of The University of Rochester 'A must buy for every music teacher and music student. Bravo on a most stimulating read. This draws together old wisdom and the latest research. I am re-reading this excellent book for the third time, highlighter pen in hand.' 5 stars (Amazon Rank) - William Bruce, Guildhall UK. 'A most stimulating read that has given me a great deal to think about.' - Nicholas Carpenter, Prebendal, UK. 'Fantastic book...simply brilliant!' - Ian Cooper, Norfolk Music Service, UK. 'A must read for all music educators. Michael Griffin has collected lessons from his own experience - which is extensive, and pertinent, recent research to provide a detailed overview of how we learn, and how students can be empowered and trained to become effective, efficient and independent learners. The book is well documented, making it convenient to go on to further reading about the topics of each chapter. The language is concise and easily understood, yet deeply practical and useful.' - 5 stars Robert Adams, Music Educator, New Haven, USA. 'Don't miss this opportunity!' - 5 stars Mary George, USA./ Méthode / Tout Instrument

Blues play-along Volume 5-For use with all C B Flat E Flat and Bass Clef instruments the Hal Leonard Blues Play-Along Series is the ultimate jamming tool for all blues musicians.With easy-to-read lead sheets and other split-track choices on the included CD these first-of-a-kind packages will bring your local blues jam right into your house! Each song on the CD includes two tracks: a full-stereo mix and a split-track mix with removable Guitar Bass Piano and Horn parts. The CD is playable on any CD player and is also enhanced so Mac and PC users can adjust the recording to any tempo without changing the pitch!

Minor Blues Tunes In All Twelve Keys-The minor blues are a part of every great jazz musician's repertoire. This book will help you learn how to play the minor blues giving you solos and licks to try in every key! Features 12 original tunes four-measure excerpts in all keys scale systems that can be used on the minor blues in all keys and miscellaneous jazz lines and exercises in all keys.

For all instrumentalists and vocalists. Recordings contain 30 extended tracks of recorded background. Great primer for learning basic skills in Major and Minor keys. Advanced players will want to work on double-timing, playing outside and side-slipping in all keys at comfortable tempos. This set will help you gain confidence. It's designed to help any musician no matter what their level of ability. One of the most-used play-a-longs in the series. Special tracks have Jamey Aebersold playing various exercises and soloing on his saxophone with actual cuts from Volume 24 so you can hear and see how to use this practice set. All of the exercises and sax solos on the demo tracks have been transcribed and written out in the book! Use this set for warming up any ensemble. Pick a different key each day/week/practice. Jamey Aebersold, piano; John Goldsby, bass; and Charlie Craig, drums.

From the author of The Essential Guide to Irish Flute and Tin Whistle comes 300 Gems of Irish Music for All Instruments. These 300 tunes selected from among the author's favourites arenotated in a style that makes them accessible to players of Fiddle Flute Whistle Accordion Concertina Harp Keyboard Guitar Mandolin Banjo Uilleann pipes - to all melody players.Here you will find some of the mostbeautiful tunes in the storehouse of Irish music - session standards and rare treasures alike - tunes that will help both the performer and the Irish session participant build a vibrant and varied repertoire.Many of thetranscriptions pay homage to recordings by famous Irish musicians and groups such as Matt Molloy (of the Chieftains) Martin Hayes Sharon Shannon Mary Bergin Kevin Burke James Kelly Willie Clancy Altan the Bothy Band andthe Mulcahy Family as well as to early 20th century recordings from revered Irish masters Michael Coleman Paddy Killoran Dennis Murphy Bobby Casey Paddy Canny and others.

From the stars in the heavens to the bottom of the deep blue sea, God's great big world is an amazing and marvelous creation! Something's Fishy! celebrates this creation, as well as God's greatest creation of all, you and me. Each of the five songs in this creative collection can be performed separately anytime during the year, or use the rhyming narration to link the songs together, creating a 20-minute, easy-to-prepare-and-present mini musical. / Tout Instrument

This book is a summary of exercises and jazz improvisation lines designed to improve contemporary jazz style techniques. It's divided into scale, arpeggios, chromatic exercises and jazz lines phrases from John Coltrane and Michael Brecker.These exercises should be transposed to all twelve tones, so we can achieve perfect coordination. Major, minor and dominant chords, extended to their highest level, scale wise, arpeggios and chromatic passages. / Tout Instrument