| The Total Beginning Guitarist Guitar notes and tablatures [Sheet music + CD] - Beginner Alfred Publishing
(A Fun and Comprehensive Beginning Method Featuring Rock, Blues, and Jazz Styles...(+)
(A Fun and Comprehensive Beginning Method Featuring Rock, Blues, and Jazz Styles). By Rich Hinman and Amanda Monaco. For Guitar. Book; CD; Guitar Method or Supplement; Method/Instruction. The Total Guitarist. Beginner. 128 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing
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| The Fiddler's Fakebook
Violin [Fake Book] Oak Publications
Edited by David Brody. For violin. Format: fake book. With lead melody, chord na...(+)
Edited by David Brody. For violin. Format: fake book. With lead melody, chord names, instructional text and performance notes. Folk, americana and british. 302 pages. 9x12 inches. Published by Oak Publications.
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| Downshifting Theodore Presser Co.
Band Bass Clarinet, Clarinet 1, Clarinet 2, Clarinet 3, Contrabass Clarinet, Eup...(+)
Band Bass Clarinet, Clarinet 1, Clarinet 2, Clarinet 3, Contrabass Clarinet, Euphonium, Flute 1, Flute 2, Horn 1, Horn 2, Horn 3, Horn 4, Oboe 1, Oboe 2, Percussion 1, Percussion 2, Percussion 3, Percussion 4, Percussion 5, Piccolo, String Bass and more. SKU: PR.165000970 For Band. Composed by Dan Welcher. Folder. Premiered by the University of Texas Symphony Band, Scott S. Hanna, conductor, at Butler School of Music, UT/Austin, Austin, Texas. Contemporary. Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. Composed 14-Sep. 40 pages. Duration 7 minutes. Theodore Presser Company #165-00097. Published by Theodore Presser Company (PR.165000970). ISBN 9781491100462. UPC: 680160626717. 9x12 inches. Commissioned by a consortium of 20 high school and university bands coordinated by Scott Hanna of the University of Texas at Austin, Downshifting is inspired by Welcher’s joy of bicycle riding. Welcher explains in the program note: When I decided to write a piece for band that was basically entertaining and uplifting, it made perfect sense to call it Downshifting... With three gears on the front sprocket and seven on the rear, it’s possible to keep one’s legs going at a constant speed (for me, q = 126) while the bike itself may be moving very slowly or very quickly. I determined to capitalize on this in writing Downshifting, which keeps the same mathematical inner pulse, ‘shifting’ (with a ratchet) as the terrain changes.. One of the joys of life for me is riding my 21-speed bicycle. As a basically non-athletic person who nonetheless likes to stay in shape, I have found that riding my bike provides just the exercise I need. The workout is strenuous, but pleasant—and the infinite variety of scenery I pass keeps me alert and wide awake. When I decided to write a piece for band that was basically entertaining and uplifting, it made perfect sense to call it Downshifting.With three gears on the front sprocket and seven on the rear, it’s possible to keep ones legs going at a constant speed (for me, that’s 126 to the quarter note) while the bike itself may be moving very slowly or very quickly. I determined to capitalize on this in writing the music, which manages to keep the same mathematical inner pulse, “shifting†(with a ratchet) as the terrain changes. So Downshifting begins with that steady pulse, on a grid of eighth notes in 2/4 to propel the little vehicle forward. There’s a joyous little tune in our heads as we begin our ride. As the initial thrill of riding on the flat gives way to monotony, we stay in that pulse for the first minute or so of the ride. Then, as the first hill becomes visible, we shift the bike down: even though the eighths are equal, the pulse feels slower (and we’re now in 6/8 time). Ultimately the compound meter shifts again as the climb begins, and we’re now plodding doggedly up the hill. (The music reflects all of these changes, with subtitles such as “Working harder—Seeing the climb, aheadâ€, “Steady and committed…the climb begins!â€, “Straining against the gradeâ€, etc.).There are two hills, and two long climbs (but in different keys, reflecting the change in scenery). When at last the summit of the second hill is reached (“Flying, Over the Topâ€), we coast at last down the other side at breakneck speed. The initial joyous melody returns, but now in a spread-out coasting pulse. At the end of the ride, we slow to a stop—then take one last sprint (shifting five times in the process) in order to end on a biker’s high.Downshifting was commissioned by a consortium of fourteen high school and college bands, overseen by my longtime colleague at the University of Texas, Scott Hanna. The piece is dedicated to him (and to all bicycle enthusiasts). $175.00 - See more - Buy onlinePre-shipment lead time: 1 to 2 weeks | | |
| Alfred's Kid's Ukulele Course Complete Ukulele [Sheet music + CD + DVD] - Beginner Alfred Publishing
(The Easiest Ukulele Method Ever!). By Ron Manus and L. C. Harnsberger. For Ukul...(+)
(The Easiest Ukulele Method Ever!). By Ron Manus and L. C. Harnsberger. For Ukulele. Book; CD; DVD; Method/Instruction; Ukulele Method or Supplement. Alfred's Kids Course. Children. Beginner. 120 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing
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| Alfred's Kid's Ukulele Course Complete Ukulele [Sheet music + CD] - Beginner Alfred Publishing
(The Easiest Ukulele Method Ever!). By Ron Manus and L. C. Harnsberger. For Ukul...(+)
(The Easiest Ukulele Method Ever!). By Ron Manus and L. C. Harnsberger. For Ukulele. Book; CD; Method/Instruction; Ukulele Method or Supplement. Alfred's Kids Course. Children. Beginner. 120 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing
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| 36 Celebrated Studies for the Cornet Carl Fischer
Chamber Music Cornet SKU: CF.O88X Composed by Narcisse Bousquet. Edited b...(+)
Chamber Music Cornet SKU: CF.O88X Composed by Narcisse Bousquet. Edited by Joey Tartell Edwin Franko Goldman. SWS. Softcover. With Standard notation. 44 pages. Carl Fischer Music #O88X. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.O88X). ISBN 9781491153406. UPC: 680160910908. 9 X 12 inches. These studies are a staple of the advanced trumpet method repertoire. Each etude is an exploration of a wide variety of registers, articulations and tonalities. While going through these 36 etudes the trumpeter will develop an even sound in all registers while tackling the musical and melodic challenges that lie within. IntroductionTips on Musical PracticeStarting a new study can be overwhelming. Using Etude No. 1, here’s an example of how to approach working on these etudes with both musicality and technique in mind.Bousquet’s first study can be broken down into three large musical sections:Section 1: from the beginning to the downbeat of m. 26.Section 2: from the upbeat of 2 in m. 26 to the downbeat of m. 51.Section 3: from the downbeat of m. 51 to the end.Each one of those sections can be broken down into two smaller sections:Section 1a: from the beginning to the downbeat of m. 16.Section 1b: from the downbeat of m. 16 to the downbeat of m. 26.Section 2a: from the upbeat of 2 in m. 26 to the end of m. 35.Section 2b: from m. 36 to the downbeat of m. 51.Section 3a: from the downbeat of m. 51 to the downbeat of m. 59.Section 3b: from the downbeat of m. 59 to the end.To get started playing, choose a slow tempo that allows you to play Section 1 all the way through without stopping. If that is problematic, just play through 1a.Remember to focus on the music. Section 1a is light, moving in four-measure phrases to the ninth measure, where it cadences in G. From there, retain the lightness through the arpeggiation that concludes with the trill that brings an arrival point at Section 1b. Here the style changes completely, alternating two measures of fluid, connected sixteenth notes with two measures of scalar staccato sixteenths before finally cadencing on the downbeat of m. 26.Section 2 begins with a melodic line of eighth notes, punctuated by sixteenths in the third full measure before returning to the original line for only a measure before driving forward with a flourish to finish Section 2a. Section 2b starts back in C with four-measure phrases in which the line moves up for two measures, then down for two measures, ending in G. The last seven measures of Section 2 stay light as they work their way back to C.Section 3 is very exciting, starting with a fiery cornet solo-like passage in 3a. 3b brings the piece to a dramatic conclusion outlining C major for the first four measures before arpeggiating C major and G dominant for two measures, finally finishing with the C-major scale.The next step is to isolate any of the parts that proved troublesome. Examples could include missed notes or figuring out where to breathe. Once you have practiced the troublesome sections in isolation, play the section all the way through without stopping again. Even if there are still problems, you are now practicing in a way that is preparing you to perform musically.The next day, play through Section 1 again, at a tempo that allows you to do this without stopping. Now go on to Section 2, and follow the same three steps:Play all the way through, at a tempo that allows you to do so without stopping,Isolate and practice the troublesome passages, thenPlay all the way through, at a tempo that allows you to do so without stopping.Now play from the beginning to the end of Section 2.The next day, play Section 1. Now play Section 2. Then play Section 3 and apply the same three steps outlined above.Now play the whole study. At this point you have spent time on each section, making musical decisions and correcting mistakes. Increase the tempo as you gain confidence and control of the material. As you work towards performing the entire study as a piece of music, record yourself playing the entire study as a performance each day. Review the recordings to reveal what still needs work. Be honest with yourself! When you are happy with the recording of your performance, it’s time to move on to the next study.About the Goldman PrefaceThese studies will be an excellent practice, especially for the lower register of the Cornet, which is somewhat neglected in other instruction books. It is recommended that the pupil should practice one of this series of Studies now and then to repose his lips, and acquire facility in difficult fingering.— Edwin Franko GoldmanIn his original preface, Edwin Franko Goldman is absolutely correct that these studies are excellent practice and will help with the dexterity demanded of today’s player. Although the low register is certainly explored throughout the book, it does not appear to be the focus of these studies. There are many books available now that concentrate on the low register. The suggested fingerings have been removed. Using alternate fingerings was more common to cornet players to aid in the fluidity of a passage. This practice is not nearly as common today, especially with trumpet players, as the difference in timbre caused by the alternate fingerings is disruptive to the musical line. Published for cornet, as it was the solo instrument of choice in the 1920s, these etudes are just as useful to today’s trumpet player. When playing these studies on trumpet, the performer should strive for a fluid line while maintaining a full and clear sound. Because of the musicianship and technique demanded, this book remains as useful today as it has ever been.— Joey TartellAbout Narcisse Bousquet and the 36 EtudesNarcisse Bousquet (c. 1800–1869) was French by birth, active as a composer, editor and arranger in both France and England in the early nineteenth century. Bousquet was respected as an accomplished performer of the French flageolet, a high-pitched woodwind instrument much like a recorder, although later outfitted with the Boehm key system like the modern flute. Although obsolete in modern times, the instrument once enjoyed great popularity with a variety of composers and performers, both amateur and professional. Purcell and Handel composed for the instrument, and Berlioz was purportedly an accomplished amateur performer of the flageolet. The Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson, likewise, was a proficient performer of the instrument and composed a number of pieces for it.Little is known today of Bousquet’s life. He composed a large variety of music, including works specifically for the flageolet, which were widely appreciated in their day. The 36 Etudes for flageolet are undoubtedly the most well known of his works. Published in 1851, the Etudes explore a variety of techniques, such as scales, arpeggios, ornamentation, breath control and expressive playing, and their technically demanding writing confirms Bousquet’s prowess as a flageolet performer. However, the date of the arrangement of the etudes for cornet and their arranger remain speculative. Edwin Franko Goldman is credited as the arranger of the 1890 publication by Carl Fischer, although Goldman would have been only twelve years old at the time; his work on these pieces surely came at a later time. Bousquet himself may have arranged these pieces for cornet at the request of an accomplished cornet player at some point after their publication. $16.99 - See more - Buy onlinePre-shipment lead time: 1 to 2 weeks | | |
| Folk Harp for the Young Beginner Harp [Sheet music + Audio access] - Beginner Mel Bay
Composed by Star Edwards. Harp: Folk and Pedal,Style,Celtic / Irish,Classical...(+)
Composed by Star Edwards.
Harp: Folk and
Pedal,Style,Celtic /
Irish,Classical,Folk,Featured
Products,Method. Young
Beginner. Book and Online
Audio. 80 pages. Published by
Mel Bay Publications, Inc
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| The Sassmannshaus Tradition: Early Start on the Violin, Volume 2
Violin [Sheet music] - Beginner Barenreiter
A violin method for children. By Egon Sassmannshaus; Kurt Sassmannshaus. Ameri...(+)
A violin method for children. By Egon Sassmannshaus; Kurt Sassmannshaus. American English translation: Kurt Sassmannshaus; Illustrations: Charlotte Panowsky. For Violin. Take advantage of our exclusive introductory offer now and save 25% off the regular price - this special price is available for a limited time only. Baerenreiter's Sassmannshaus. Original German title: Fruher Anfang auf der Geige - Band 2; Eine Violinschule fur Kinder. Instructional Method. Method book. Text language: English. 64 pages. Published by Baerenreiter Verlag (German import).
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| Piano Course - Book 1 Piano solo Schirmer
Piano Technique. By Howard Kasschau. Piano Method. Size 9x12 inches. 64 pages. P...(+)
Piano Technique. By Howard Kasschau. Piano Method. Size 9x12 inches. 64 pages. Published by G. Schirmer, Inc.
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| Beginning Piano for Adults Piano solo [Sheet music + CD] - Beginner Alfred Publishing
(The Grown-Up Approach to Playing Piano). By Karl Mueller. For Piano. Book; CD; ...(+)
(The Grown-Up Approach to Playing Piano). By Karl Mueller. For Piano. Book; CD; Method/Instruction; Piano Method. For Adults. Beginner. 96 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing
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| Deluxe Pedal Steel Guitar Method Lap Steel Guitar [Sheet music + CD] Mel Bay
by Dewitt Scott. Level: Multiple Levels. Book/CD Set. Size 8.75x11.75. 200 pages...(+)
by Dewitt Scott. Level: Multiple Levels. Book/CD Set. Size 8.75x11.75. 200 pages. Published by Mel Bay Pub., Inc.
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