Ivor Novello Award winner and double Grammy Award winner Paul Phoenix teams up with a cappella ensemble Apollo5 and orchestra to share tracks on the latest recording from Edition Peters Sounds.Paul Phoenix, famous as a choirboy, former member of The King's Singers and founder of Purple Vocals presents some of his favourite tracks, including Nunc Dimittis the theme-tune from BBC TV's Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy which propelled him to stardom in 1979. Other tracks include Pie Jesu by John Brunning and U2's MLK, important pieces on his musical path. The Journey continues with the newly composed folksong arrangement Oh You Wide Steppe on this recording.Apollo5 has been praised for its engaging and entertaining performances. With repertoire ranging from retro jazz and pop arrangements to classical they are accomplished performers on the concert platform. A part of the VCM Foundation with their home at the Gresham Centre in London, they regularly collaborate with Paul Phoenix.With Andrea Haines, soprano- Craig Burnett, trumpet- Nicholas Riddle, organ- the British Film Orchestra, conducted by Barnaby Smith. / Tout Instrument

Jazz Play-Along Vol.116. 2 CDs and book. What do you play when you have one chord for 8 or 16 bars? The Modal Jazz era presented new challenges for improvisers, spawning a fruitful period rich in new ideas, concepts, and harmonic exploration. This play-a-long includes several 'Standard' forms and important practice tracks; many of which are 'period accurate' and others which are stylistically more contemporary. These practice tracks are designed to foster understanding, facility and familiarity. Many of the first tracks are slow, making them perfect for beginners. Intermediate and advanced players will enjoy the opportunity to doubletime and experiment with an endless array of chord/scalesubstitutions over the otherwise simple tracks. / Niveau : Débutant / Méthode en anglais / Méthode / 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

A Modern Music Production Course That Makes Basic Music Technology Fun! A perfect approach for students with a passion for music outside of traditional programs, Alfred's Music Tech 101 covers the basics of music technology without heavy technical reading, using plain-English explanations. No musical experience is required, and classroom-tested course material has been developed through years of student feedback. Includes correlating interactive media to stream or download, plus a corresponding website with teacher resources and updates. Part 1 of this book can be used to teach a beginning survey course on music technology, and each unit contains background reading, student worksheets, answer keys, and a project or two. Part 2 can be used to teach a beginning songwriting and multimedia course on music technology, and consists of more hands-on, interactive projects. Part 3 is designed for more experienced students who are capable of a high level of independent study. Students create their own learning goals, and map out a plan to achieve them. * No musical experience required * High-school/college-level studies on producing music using modern techniques * A perfect approach for students with a passion for music outside of traditional programs * Cross-platform approach to technology applicable to any software used for music production * Great for students with musical goals outside the classroom * Covers the basics of music technology without heavy technical reading, using plain-English explanations * Simple and straightforward information, reinforced with projects and assessments * Classroom-tested course material, developed through years of student feedback * Includes correlating interactive media to stream or download * Corresponding website with teachers' resources and updates / Tout Instrument

Par DANKENBRING RAY. This much-anticipated biography reveals the fascinating story of a unique man - known and admired by musicians around the world. Mel Bay started picking the guitar at age 14, then worked his way up to becoming a renowned musician, teacher, and author of a series of guitar method books sold globally - more than 20 million copies! Many photos of Mel and a number of his famous friends are included, spanning over 70 years. This book is one that you can pick up and briefly flip through or sit and read for hours. / Miscellaneous - Biography / Méthode / Tout Instrument

The Contemporary Worship Classics series features six compatible books that can be used alone or in any combination. The arrangements are designed to aid the flow of live congregational worship, and the level is suitable for amateurs and pros alike. Section numbers and lyric cues are included in each book so musicians can play together easily. Use the downloadable audio tracks in lieu of a live band, or to enhance the sound of your band for rehearsal and performance. 10 songs: Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone) - Blessed Be Your Name - Forever - God of Wonders - Here I Am to Worship (Light of the World) - Holy Is the Lord - In Christ Alone - Mighty to Save - Sing to the King - Your Name. / Tout Instrument

La variété est le mot clé dans cette collection de mélodies écossais traditionnels. Pratiquement tous les types de tune-l'air de la chanson et danse sont représenté ici et choisis avec soin pour offrir une introduction de première classe à vraiment immense trésor de la musique écossaise. La majorité des airs 200 sont dans les clés faciles de D, G et une rendant convenant à la plupart des instruments. Du gaélique lullabies aux lignes brisées, les reels, les hornpipes tuyau tunes et les airs de ballade, vous trouverez tout entre ces criques. Conçu comme une introduction à la musique d'Ecosse, ce volume a pour but d'intéresser les acteurs pas juste traditionnels, mais aussi ceux qui jouent des instruments classiques et sont curieux au sujet de ces joyaux de pure magie que la nation écossaise a produit sur une longue période. / Tout Instrument

10 Disney classics for Bb, Eb and C instruments. Includes a CD for improvisation study and performance. Each tune includes a backing track with melody cue with proper style and inflection, professional rhythm tracks, choruses for soloing, removable piano part, an additional full stereo accompaniment track (no melody) and additional choruses for soloing.

The Path to Mastery and Individuality (For All Instruments). Imagine if you could HEAR a musical phrase, VISUALIZE its layout on your instrument by seeing and feeling the fingerings and/or embouchure in your mind's eye, KNOW the names of the notes as well as the degrees of the key and FEEL the dynamics you want to include. All simultaneously, in a millisecond, and without moving a muscle ... and in any key! Welcome to the twelve-key approach for all instruments and levels. Twelve-key practice applies the latest breakthroughs in brain biomechanics to facilitate technical mastery. Practicing in all twelve keys has never been sequenced or taught through the lens offered within these pages. The exercises in this book span a number of styles,brain skills and practice technique - all presented using a kaleidoscopic learning style. Julie Lyonn Lieberman's previous eight books and six DVDs have garnered rave reviews from a wide array of music magazines as well as renowned musicians from aroudn the world. Imagine if you could hear a musical phrase, Visualize its layout on your instrument by and ldquo - seeing and rdquo - and and ldquo - feeling and rdquo - the fingerings and/or embouchure in your mind's eye, know the names of the notes as well as the degrees of the key and feel the dynamics you want to include. All simultaneously, in a millisecond, and without moving a muscle ... and in any key! Welcome to the twelve-key approach for all instruments and levels. Twelve-key practice applies the latest breakthroughs in brain biomechanics to facilitate technical mastery. Practicing in all twelve keys has never been sequenced or taught through the lens offered within these pages. The exercises in thisbook span a number of styles, brain skills and practice technique and ndash - all presented using a kaleidoscopic learning style. Julie Lyonn Lieberman's previous eight books and six DVDs have garnered rave reviews from a wide array of music magazines as well as renowned musicians from around the world. Julie's and ldquo - Twelve-Key Practice and rdquo - takes you on a journey to freedom one step at a time and before you know it, you begin to experience that wonderful feeling of making music instead of just recreating someone else's music. You will become the well-rounded musician which is what we all aspire to be. and ndash - Jamey Aebersold, jazz saxophonist and educator, publisher of Aebersold Play-Alongs Mastering an instrument and ndash - or a tune, scale, or riff and ndash - in all twelve keys remains the ultimate standard of fluency. Why? Because it works. When comprehensive knowledge combines with ease, comfort, and flexibility, your anxieties disappear, your ears become open and receptive, and you are ready for any collaborative situation. Julie Lyonn Lieberman has created a remarkably organized, stylistically diverse, and holistic path for developing your ears, eyes, and fingers. By constantly changing variables and adding new layers, your mind remains active and receptive as it grows ever more capable and ndash - even in the / Formation musicale / Etude / Tout Instrument

Par O'NEILL SUSAN. This activity notebook is the perfect guide to theory for young musicians! It contains a huge variety of hints on good practice techniques and finds ways of making practice routines more fun. Theory Games, Puzzles, Quizzes as well as useful and mind-blowing facts! This book for all young musicians, will take the beginner up to around Grade 1 standard. / Niveau : Débutant / Répertoire / Tout Instrument