Par COHEN MARY. Carol Stringfest presents popular carols in flexible arrangements for string quartet, beginner strings and duet. The books in the series can be used independently or in conjunction with one another. The inclusion of very simple parts for absolute beginners and an optional piano accompaniment, to support less confident groups, makes the series valuable to a wide range of abilities. Lyrics are also provided, so there is something for everyone, a must for Christmas! / Niveau : Débutant / Répertoire / Quatuor à Cordes

A great introduction to the world of Violin playing for the complete beginner. Full-color photos and diagrams explain all the essential techniques in first position. Learn to read music with easy to understand music theory including note values, scales and key signatures. Play along with the high quality backing tracks which feature contemporary and well-known melodies in a variety of styles including Folk, World Music and Classical. / Violon

L'Ultimate Beginner Series a aidé des milliers de musiciens en herbe commencer à ressentir le plaisir de jouer de la musique dans le plus simple, manière la plus directe possible. Ce livre et le DVD est parfait pour les débutants, ceux qui changent d'un autre instrument, ou comme un cours de recyclage pour les joueurs de retour au violon après de nombreuses années. Vous apprendrez toutes les bases de la tenue de l'instrument et archet, en utilisant vos mains pour les notes doigts, accorder votre instrument, musique et lecture. Les explications étape par étape, des photographies, des diagrammes de chaque concept, et le DVD corrélation, font de ce livre un must-have pour tous ceux qui apprennent à jouer du violon. Lorsque vous avez terminé avec ce livre et le DVD, vous aurez les bases solides nécessaires à la réussite jouer du violon. / Violon

Par AUGUSTINE CHRISTINE / MUSAEVA MAYYA / SUET CHING C. Folk Tunes of Malaysia for Violin Beginners combines the folk tunes of the various cultural groups in Malaysia with Ivan Galamian’s principles of learning the violin. It consists of 15 Malaysian tunes carefully chosen and arranged for violin and piano. This violin book is one of the first books that explores the colourful folk tunes loved by Malaysians. Short stories and simple illustrations enhance the violin player’s knowledge, interest and appreciation of the rich multi-cultural heritage of Malaysia. It is hoped that the beautiful and vibrant folk songs in this book will motivate violin beginner’s to continue mastering the techniques of the violin and explore knowledge on Malaysia’s rich multicultural heritage. / Methods & Tutors / Recueil / Violon

Collection for Violin Beginner Series. Andrew D. Gordon has created 30: 12bar blues play-a-long backing tracks in various Blues styles, keys and tempos such as: Funky Blues, Boogie Blues, Jazz Blues, Minor Blues, Country Blues, Latin Blues, Old Time Jazz Blues, Jazz Swing Blues, Classic Blues Rock, Soulful Blues, Slow Blues and many more. Each of the 30 play-a-long tracks has been recorded with 12 choruses of the 12 bar blues progression giving you the opportunity practice soloing techniques totaling over 3 hours of music. Each of the 30 Blues styles contains a solo improvisational melody line, 12 measures in length, designed for the beginner student in mind as a starting point to create your own improvisationalsolos. Each of the 30 Blues tracks have been recorded, first with the solo playing along with the rhythm backing tracks of keyboards, guitar, bass and drums and immediately following, is the play-a-long backing track that cycles through the 12 bar blues progression 12 times, generally between 5-8 minutes in length, giving you plenty of time to practice. Blues is the basis of many forms of music and these tracks have been specifically created to include styles such as: Jazz, Funk, Folk, Country, Latin, Rock, Gospel, Pop, Boogie, giving you a well-rounded selection of musical styles based on the Blues. Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+Andrew D. Gordon has created 30: 12bar blues play-a-long backing tracks in various Blues styles, keys and tempos such as: Funky Blues, Boogie Blues, Jazz Blues, Minor Blues, Country Blues, Latin Blues, Old Time Jazz Blues, Jazz Swing Blues, Classic Blues Rock, Soulful Blues, Slow Blues and many more. Each of the 30 play-a-long tracks has been recorded with 12 choruses of the 12 bar blues progression giving you the opportunity practice soloing techniques totaling over 3 hours of music. Each of the 30 Blues styles contains a solo improvisational melody line, 12 measures in length, designed for the beginner student in mind as a starting point to create your own improvisationalsolos. Each of the 30 Blues tracks have been recorded, first with the solo playing along with the rhythm backing tracks of keyboards, guitar, bass and drums and immediately following, is the play-a-long backing track that cycles through the 12 bar blues progression 12 times, generally between 5-8 minutes in length, giving you plenty of time to practice. Blues is the basis of many forms of music and these tracks have been specifically created to include styles such as: Jazz, Funk, Folk, Country, Latin, Rock, Gospel, Pop, Boogie, giving you a well-rounded selection of musical styles based on the Blues. / Niveau : Débutant à Intermédiaire / Recueil / Violon

Par COHEN MARY. Egbert's Uncle Fred is off on a trip round the world. After a while postcards start arriving from far-off lands, each with a special 'musical friend' for Egbert and his Violin, and a mysterious coded message... Postcards To Egbert introduces absolute beginner Violinists to the rudiments of good technique, particularly the development of a strong sense of rhythm. All these 'mini-pieces' use open strings only: simple but imaginative piano accompaniments contribute to the young pupil's confidence and sense of achievement. Mary Cohen's lively and stimulating approach will capture and hold the attention of even the most reluctant beginner! / Niveau : Facile / Recueil / Violon et Piano

Par COHEN MARY. Duets with a difference for beginner violinists. Superduets provides a wonderful new repertoire of original and entertaining duets for beginner violinists. It can be started as soon as pupils have mastered basics of picking up the violin and bow, know which string is which and can read simple staff notation. Encouraging rhythmic confidence and listening skills, and exploring a wide range of techniques, sound effects and movements, Mary Cohen's Superduets is tailor-made for players at the very earliest stages of learning. These delightful pieces serve as a unique introduction to the joys of social music-making and help pupils to develop the invaluable skills required for ensemble playing at an early stage. / Niveau : Débutant / Date parution : 1998-10-15/ Recueil / 2 Violons

Par KEYSER PAUL DE. With Violin Playtime the beginner Violinist can make music from the very first lessons. In the three books that make up the series, there are over 100 little pieces - a treasure trove of attractive tunes - some traditional, some well known, some newly composed. The underlying approach is 'learn as you play' and a carefully devised groundplan of technical development makes it a manual in disguise - a tutor without text. Suitable for Beginner to Grade 1. / Niveau : Facile / Recueil / Violon et Piano

Par COHEN MARY. Carol Stringfest presents popular carols in flexible arrangements for string quartet, beginner strings and duet. The books in the series can be used independently or in conjunction with one another. The inclusion of very simple parts for absolute beginners and an optional piano accompaniment, to support less confident groups, makes the series valuable to a wide range of abilities. Lyrics are also provided, so there is something for everyone, a must for Christmas!/ Répertoire / Quatuor à Cordes

Par COHEN MARY. 'Carol Stringfest' presents popular carols in flexible arrangements for string quartet, beginner strings and duet. The books in the series can be used independently or in conjunction with one another. The inclusion of very simple parts for absolute beginners and an optional piano accompaniment, to support less confident groups, makes the series valuable to a wide range of abilities. Lyrics are also provided, so there is something for everyone, a must for Christmas!/ Répertoire / Quatuor à Cordes

The long awaited Sassmannshaus method ?Early Start on the Double Bass? is now here. At last students of the largest instrument in the string family can make use of this tried and tested method for beginners, developed by Egon Sassmannshaus for the other string instruments and applied here to the double bass by Holger Sassmannshaus and J. Peter Close. This method will meet the needs of the growing number of young bass students.?Early Start on the Double Bass? encompasses everything that one would expect from a Sassmannshaus method: an easy start, progression at a suitable rate, many cross-references to the other string instruments, songs and scales in different positions from early on, as well as many duets. Lively and colourful illustrations by Charlotte Panowsky complete the edition.For more than three decades ?The Sassmannshaus Tradition? has been the household name for excellence in beginner string methods in German-speaking countries. The English editions for violin, viola and violoncello, which were introduced to the international market in 2008, have proven to be very successful, particularly in the United States.Kids to the Bass!While children learning other string instruments can start as early as the age of four, the appropriate age to begin the double bass is approximately eight (possibly even six); this allows for a faster progression than on the other string instruments, and the method consists of only three volumes. The first volume will be published separately in an English and a German edition; the following two volumes will have German and English text in each book. Original compositions by Boguslaw Furtok enrich the volumes.- Based on the tried-and-tested Sassmannshaus methods for violin, viola and cello- Volume 1: Separate editions in German and English- Volumes 2 and 3: Bilingual, German/English editions- Moderate increase in difficulty- Position playing, duets- Includes new original compositions to B. Furtok- Volume 3 with piano accompaniments to 7 piecesThe authorsHolger Sassmannshaus is a double bass player with the Niederrheinische Sinfoniker in Mönchengladbach/Krefeld. He also teaches the double bass and performs with several other ensembles.J. Peter Close is a teacher for violoncello and double bass in Munich.

This volume in the renowned For Dummies series has been created to help beginning Fiddle players to master their instrument.Taking up any new instrument can be intimidating, but with this easy-to-use guide, you'll be playing Fiddle music from all around the world in no time.Fiddle For Dummies covers everything a beginner needs to know, from selecting, tuning and caring for your Fiddle to mastering various music styles. This comprehensive book guides you step-by-step through everything you need to start playing the Fiddle like a pro. You'll discover how to hold the instrument, master fundamental techniques, and take your skills to the next level. Access to companion online audio tracks and instructional videos is also included, helping you to further enhance your skills.The Fiddle is a popular instrument across many continents, partly due to its convenient portable size. Fiddle repertoire includes a range of musical styles from all over the world, such as Irish, Scottish, Celtic/Cape Breton, country, folk, bluegrass and more. If you're already a Violin player, learning to play Fiddle can also open the door to an exciting new world of sounds that are sure to impress both you and your fellow musicians.With Fiddle For Dummies you will:Learn Fiddle techniques and fundamentalsSelect, tune and care for your FiddleJoin the folk instrument movement and master the FiddlePlay Fiddle music from all over the world / Violon