5-string banjo - Intermediate

SKU: MB.99480M

Composed by Pat Cloud. Banjo: 5-String, Jazz, Squareback saddle stitch, Country, Bluegrass, Style, Technique, Theory and Reference. Instructional method. Book and online audio. 106 pages. Mel Bay Publications, Inc #99480M. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.99480M).

ISBN 9780786690466. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.

The world of melodic jazz banjo soloing is revealed in this comprehensive method which leads a student from basic intervals to advanced theoretical concepts and finally to a firm foundation in jazz fundamentals. Included are over 90 exercises and examples written in both tablature fingerings and standard music notation which show how scales and arpeggios are used and how they apply to real playing situations. Every five-string banjoist can benefit from the information contained in this breakthrough volume whether they aspire to jazz or just want to find out more about the possibilities and structure of the banjo.Starting with basic intervals, Straight-Ahead Jazz for Banjo shows the structure of all basic chord types and qualities and matches these to the scales that generate them. The books basic concept model is to treat the five-string banjos potential in an inclusive technical context so that the student can make use of open and fifth strings to create a smooth legato style. Each of the 90 exercises are recorded with a metronome and progress to 16 additional examples of original jazz phrases in a variety of keys. Topics include functional major and minor key harmony, diminished and augmented scales and how they are used, and the integration of altered scale substitutes in the art of jazz improvisation. It stresses listening and learning in a logical structured manner with an example of a daily practice plan. The unique emphasis of the book is on the fingerings which make the instrument work for you technically and thus open up added possibilities for the development of a students personal style. This long-awaited volume will surely bring new focus and perspective to any banjo style and will be a classic reference for many new generations of banjoists. Includes access to online audio.

Banjo - Beginning

SKU: MB.21025M

Composed by Ross Nickerson. Saddle-stitched, Banjo: 5-String, Folk, Solos and Duets. Made Easy. Style. Book and online audio. 32 pages. Mel Bay Publications, Inc #21025M. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.21025M).

ISBN 9780786691968. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.

Easy to play five-string banjo arrangements of twenty-four childrens favorites by banjo master Ross Nickerson. Not only are these songs fun to play but from an instructional standpoint they are perfect for helping you develop the ability to bring out the melody in the bluegrass banjo style. Accenting the melody within the steady rhythmic roll of banjo playing is one of the biggest challenges facing banjo students and these familiar melodies are ideal for your development of that skill. Each song is arranged and performed using proper three-finger bluegrass technique. The arrangements are carefully designed to bring out the melody, but easy enough for a beginner or intermediate player to learn quickly. The tablature in the book is large and easy to read with accent marks for melody notes, as well as right and left-hand fingering indications. This book is not simply a tablature book. Childrens Songs for Banjo Made Easy also features instruction on learning the chords to each song, chord progression charts for each song, special learning tips for each arrangement, a full page of advice on memorizing the songs and more. Also, in the instructional section of the book Ross includes a page of suggestions on the best use of practice time and how to develop the skills needed to succeed with each piece. Includes online access to a high quality studio recorded audio of all the songs played at three speeds and a bonus track of Ross performing.

(Tony Trischka Teaches 20 Easy Banjo Solos (Book/CD Pack) with Classic Bluegrass Banjo Solos (DVD)). Homespun Tapes. Book and CD and DVD Package. 29 pages. Published by Homespun

By Iain MacLachlan. For Banjo (5-String). Tune Book. Encyclopedia. Celtic/Irish. Beginning-Intermediate. Book. 96 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc

Composed by Brad Leftwich. For Banjo (Clawhammer). Squareback saddle stitch, Methods. Beginning-Intermediate. Book and online audio. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc

Get a Better Grip on Neck Navigation!. Banjo. Scales, Instruction, Chords. Softcover. 160 pages. Published by Hal Leonard

Tablature with Standard Notation for Fiddle and Other Instruments. Composed by Dan Levenson. Saddle-stitched. Book and online audio. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.21432M).

Traditional Appalachian Fiddle Tunes from Surry County, NC. Banjo. Americana, Folk, Instruction. Softcover. Published by Centerstream Publications

(15 Blues Classics Arranged for 5-String Banjo). By Robert Johnson. For Banjo. Banjo. Softcover. Guitar tablature. 80 pages. Published by Hal Leonard

(Classic Rock Banjo). For Other Fretted. This edition: Easy Banjo TAB. Banjo Method or Supplement. Just for Fun. Rock. Book. 64 pages

Transcriptions from Buckley's Banjo Guide of 1868. Composed by Tim Twiss. Squareback saddle stitch, Solos and Duets, Banjo: 5-String. Book and online audio. 120 pages. Mel Bay Publications, Inc #30718M. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc

For Banjo 5 String. Improvisation. First Jams. Bluegrass. Beginning. Book/CD Set. 24 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc

40 Easy Songs to Play on 5- String Banjo. Composed by Various. Arranged by Fred Sokolow. Banjo. Americana, Folk. Softcover. 96 pages. Published by Hal Leonard

DVD. By Tony Trischka. Homespun Tapes (Instructional). DVD (Digital Video Disc). Size 5.5x7.5 inches. Published by Homespun Video.

By Bob Dylan. Arranged by Michael Miles. Banjo. Softcover. 64 pages. Hal Leonard #AM1011681. Published by Hal Leonard