Format : Sheet music + CD
SKU: SP.73450
ISBN 9781585605057. UPC: 728941734500.
Teach Yourself Bass Guitar by Bob Hartz was written to enable an inspired individual to learn to play this nucleus of every ensemble. With disciplined daily practice, you will quickly grasp the use of standard and tablature notation as well as the notes in first position. Once the importance of time is understood, scales are introduced in assorted keys to develop right hand finger style technique. Teach Yourself Bass Guitar exclusively distributed by Santorella Publications includes an extremely helpful instructional CD which provides good basic exposure to the bass guitar. This Teach Yourself title is a logical step by step approach to learning and teaching yourself at your own pace. Be sure to follow this guide in sequence since later information builds upon and utilizes facts presented earlier. Learning the bass has never been easier, so take your time, have some fun and you'll be gigging before you know it! Bass Guitar Fingerboard Chart - Parts of the Electric Bass - Tuning - Holding the Bass - Basic Notation - Bar lines, Measures and Time Signatures - Notes on the First String G - Exercises - Notes on the Second String D - Exercises - Rests and Note Value Table - Metronome - Notes on the Third String A - Exercises - Notes on the Fourth String E - Sharps, Flats and Naturals - Dotted Notes - Major Scales - Key Signatures - Bringing Things Together - Blues - Rock'n Roll - Shuffle Rhythm - Playing in 3/4 Time.
SKU: SP.71657
ISBN 9781585605019. UPC: 728941716575.
It is often said that rhythm is the driving force of any music. In either case, rhythm is certainly an integral musical element much like, melody and harmony. The guitar is the instrument providing this rhythm especially in Rock, Jazz, Rhythm and Blues. The rhythm guitarist has important a role as the more celebrated lead guitarist in any band. In understanding this fact, Teach Yourself Rhythm Guitar by Paul J. Newman provides a comprehensive instructional approach to learning how to fill that essential Rhythm role. The explanations of musical notation, rhythm, styles of rhythm and technique are detailed and could certainly fill a book of their own. Some of the material surveyed is covered in greater detail in companion volumes such as Teach Yourself Chords and Progressions, Teach Yourself Scales and Modes and Teach Yourself Lead Guitar. All editions of Teach Yourself products are exclusively available from Santorella Publications including Teach Yourself Rhythm Guitar which stands alone, and to master its content would be an incredible reward. Chord Frames - Notation - Chords, Keys and the Guitar - The Minor Triad - Seventh Chord - Minor Seventh Chord - Major Seventh Chord - Notes - Beats - Strumming - The Triplet - Syncopation - Strumming 16th Notes - Blues Rhythm - Blues to Rock - Beyond Rock - Jazz - Reggae and Ska - Technique - The Release - Muting - The Choke - Bass Chord Patterns - Position Shifting - Songs 1-8; No Problem - I'll Drive - Free Swinger - Gentle Breeze - Circles - Spaces - Walk in the Park - Hi and Goodbye.
SKU: SP.78349
ISBN 9781585600229. UPC: 728941783492.
The Traditional manner in which most people acquire the skill to play piano is to choose a teacher, commit to lessons and spend many hours practicing. Although there is no substitute for the amount time it takes to master this instrument, we can provide an alternative to the regimented lesson format. Teach Yourself Piano by Bob Hartz, exclusively available from Santorella Publications, was created to support learning the basics of piano on your own schedule and the instructional CD acquaints playing at a pace governed only by you. Bob Hartz begins by presenting the basics and explaining the fundamentals in a logical manner. Additional information is provided in a methodic fashion in an attempt to build on the previously gained knowledge. Teaching yourself is challenging, but quite rewarding as you acquire the ability to read music, play chords, and apply these skills to piano. Contents; Introduction - Some Facts of Interest - Let's Look at the Piano - Posture and Hand Position - Layout of the Keyboard - The Grand Staff - Notes - Lesson #1 - Right Hand Exercises - Left Hand Exercises - Right and Left Hand Together - Note Values and Measures - Quarter Note Exercise - Half Note Exercise - Eighth Notes - Two Octave Melody - Rest Chart - Parallel Play - Contrary Play - Trading the Melody - Accidentals - Dynamics - Dotted Notes and Ties - Chords - Key Signatures - Circle of Fourths - Circle of Fifths - All the Notes over Four Octaves - C Major Scale - G Major Scale - Triplets and New Time - Signatures - Rhythm Review with New Note Value - Chords and Chord Symbols - Anacrusis and Pedaling - Brahms Lullaby - Staccato and Legato - Chord Reference Section.
SKU: SP.TS71612
ISBN 9781585606924. UPC: 728941716124.
Teach Yourself Guitar published by Santorella Publications is the first in a series including CD that was initially created as an impulse product for a typical independent Guitar & Amp shop. In a market flooded with similar products, we swiftly learned that our edition was more than just a quick fix for the beginner. Although titled, Teach Yourself Guitar, it contains much more than basic instruction. Accordingly, Teach Yourself Guitar has become the standard for countless educators as a private lesson study guide.There are numerous products on the market that falsely proclaim incomprehensible results in just minutes. Unfortunately, none of these products cultivate permanent advancement. Becoming a better musician is only possible through hard work, discipline and dedication.Our challenge was to create an approach to guitar that was easy to understand and followed a logical step by step progression. To truly master the guitar, one must have their eyes set on short-term goals in order to achieve long-term results. We are proud to say that we have met this challenge by providing a proven curriculum to learning the many facets of playing the guitar in this one of a kind guide.Topics covered include:
SKU: MB.95424M
ISBN 9780786690664. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.
Many musicians, including some that are technically quite advanced, never break away from the printed page to learn by simply listening and re-creating. The common name for this process is playing by ear. With some basic guidelines, any musician with rudimentary skills can teach himself or herself to play by ear, adding a new dimension to their playing skills. This book teaches the 5-string banjoist to listen and play solos and chord progressions by ear, providing essential ear training and techniques needed to participate in jam sessions of all types. Chapters include: Learning Chord Progressions by Ear; Faking a Solo; Playing the Melody by Ear; and Using Licks. Written in tablature only. Includes access to online audio in split-track format with the melody track on the left and the rhythm on the right.
SKU: SP.71618
ISBN 9781585604982. UPC: 728941716186.
Teach Yourself Rock Licks for Guitar by Jared Walker is a collection of 54 quintessential rock guitar riffs transcribed in the style of the original recording. Each is a classic, chosen to create a mini-encyclopedia of licks including many different styles and textures. Teach Yourself Rock Licks, exclusively available from Santorella Publications, is intended for practicing technique and increasing your knowledge of guitar. It is a library of sources, to inspire your own creativity and expand your musicianship. All selections have been chosen for specific reasons and need to meet very high standards! The criteria for inclusion are: The Lick unmistakably identifies the song it comes from, The Lick is exclusively a guitar riff and exploits the guitar's technical resources, The Lick is a Killer Lick and you'll enjoy playing it.
SKU: MB.95121M
ISBN 9780786693238. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.
If someone is singing a song or playing a melody, how can I know what chords I can play with it? This is a common question asked of guitar teachers and players. If you are the guitarist at a campfire sing, if you want to learn a song from a recording, or if you want to write your own songs - this book will show you the way. An indispensable book for the guitarist who wants to learn to improvise and accompany singers by ear, music reading ability is not required to benefit and learn from this method. Includes access to online audio and video.
SKU: MB.94270M
ISBN 9780786692866. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.
Developed by Robin Jarman to enable anyone to accompany songs on the piano without music, change key when a song is pitched too low or too high, and provide accompaniment when only the melody and chord symbols are given. It is ideal for teachers, students, parents, and members of the community who would like to accompany sing-alongs. The book does assume that the student can sing in tune, can read simple rhythm and notation, is familiar with the treble and bass clefs and the piano keyboard, and has a sense of humor and a desire to learn. Includes access to online audio and video recordings that walk you through the exercises, providing additional instruction and help.
SKU: SP.71742
ISBN 9781585600670. UPC: 728941717428.
A mode is a scale in which the tonal center has been displaced. It is simply playing a major scale in any given key and beginning and ending on the same note an octave apart which is not necessarily the root of the key. To comprehend then implement these improvisational scales is an important lesson and the melodic basis for many great jazz artists. Scales and Modes are an important part of the playing styles of so many great guitarists that to name them all would be an impossible. Teach Yourself Scales and Modes with an instructional CD by Jared Walker is a self learning guide and fantastic tool for teaching scales and modes by using a step by step gradual approach. The numerous exercises with examples of over 100 scales and modes include standard notation and tablature with suggested fingerings. The Derivation of Scales - The Twelve Major Scales - The Circle of Fifths - Open Position - Scales - Open Position Fingerings - Open Position Major Scales - Minor Scales - Relative Major and Minor Scales - Melodic Minor Scales - Open Position Minor Scales - The Box Position - Major and Minor Scale Box Positions - Scales with Position Shifts - Creating the Melodic Minor - The Modes - Box Patterns for the Modes - Two Octave Patterns for the Modes - Three Octave Patterns for the Modes.
SKU: MB.95119M
ISBN 9780786692217. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.
This is an easy to understand yet very comprehensive method. You will learn to play classic guitar in all of the basic keys. In addition you will play a very wide assortment of solos ranging from the Renaissance to 20th Century compositions. Also, you will be taught to play many of the great student masterpieces by composers such as Sor, Carcassi, Carulli, Diabelli, Guiliani, Bach, Handel and Dowland. Finally, studies are contained for playing in the 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th positions. Definitely a hands on method that gets you playing wonderful classic guitar literature. The online video provides close-up views of the guitar to help you understand the lessons. Includes access to online audio and video.
SKU: SP.69104
ISBN 9781585600663. UPC: 728941691049.
Teach Yourself Chords and Progressions with CD by Paul J. Newman is not a compendium of every conceivable chord in every possible position; nor does it attempt to be an encyclopedia of the infinite number of chord progressions which might exist. Our aim is to describe and illustrate chords and progressions in a practical context so that guitar players can use them in the same manner of the artists who inspire them. There is certainly enough appropriate material throughout for your own original inventions; but simply mastering the content will qualify as a worthy goal. To follow is a sampling of some of the lessons on progressions you'll receive; The Major Triad - The Minor Triad - Seventh Chords - Pentatonic Minor Progressions - 6th and 9th Chords - Suspended and Added Chords - Barre Chord Workout - Augmented and Diminished Chords - Open String Combinations.
