SKU: MB.20553M

ISBN 9780786686353. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.

A new collection of 30 great tunes from a variety of fiddle traditions. Each tune has been specially arranged for mandolin and is presented in both standard notation and tablature. The tunes include a variety of styles including bluegrass, Texas style, Old Time, Irish reels, some underplayed gems and even a Joe Carr original. This tune book is perfect for building your repertoire. Includes access to online audio featuring all 30 tunes.

SKU: MB.98372M

ISBN 9780786693733. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.

Mel Bays Master Anthology of Mandolin Solos Volume One is designed to enhance the repertoire of the intermediate to advanced mandolinist with a generous collection of challenging pieces. Contributors include Alan Bibey, Bud Orr, Simon Mayor, John McGann, Jody Stecher, Joe Carr, Dan Gelo, Matt Flinner, Seth Austern, Ray Valla, Jethro Burns, Rob Haines, Ely Karasik, Terry Pender, Carlo Aonzo, Eugene Hayth, Butch Baldassari, Robert Bancalari, and many others. Standard notation and tablature are offered for most of the pieces a few are notation only , along with a biographical sketch of the performer. Includes access to online audio, making this an ideal sourcebook for serious students and professionals alike. The audio contains performances of most of the pieces in the book.

SKU: MB.20866M

ISBN 9780786694532. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.

This mandolin edition includes the same 16 tunes found in Kaufmans out-of-print Twin Pickin flatpicking guitar book, soon to be available as Blazing Solos for Flatpicking Guitar for One Player or More. The tunes in both editions are in the same keys so the books can serve as a foundation for fabulous twin-picking jam sessions in which either guitarists or mandolinists can take the lead and harmony parts. In addition to the tunes, Kaufman includes performance notes, guidelines for reading standard notation and tab plus his take on the harmonization process. A play-along audio with three tracks for each tune Lead, Harmony, and Lead and Harmony completes the package. Includes access to online audio.

SKU: MB.21925M

ISBN 9780786693696. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.

This title introduces all the essential techniques needed for successful bluegrass mandolin playing. The rhythm section covers all the important chords and details the rhythm chop. The lead section covers turnarounds, position playing, Monroe-style, harmonized sixths and important soloing scales. Tips for developing solos are included. This volume is packed with useful reference material. Includes access to online audio.

SKU: MB.20710M

ISBN 9780786688166. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.

Steve Kaufman, Three Time National Flatpicking Champion, does it again. This installment of a four part series brings us Steves favorite Celtic Jigs and Waltzes transcribed for the mandolin and fiddle too . This is a large collection of reels will build your repertoire as well as help you develop more ideas, licks and runs for arranging your own melodies. All the songs in the book are played note for note on the accompanying online audio download at about - speed. Your goal is to learn the song, memorize it and then race with the Champ. Includes access to online audio.

SKU: MB.98420M

ISBN 9780786696864. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.

Dix Bruce is a musician, writer, and journeyman mandolinist with a strong belief in teaching a wide range of material, from bluegrass and jazz standards to classics, waltzes, polkas, and other ethnic music. This book is not meant to be a mandolin method but a collection of fun tunes to play. The selections in this book are in no particular order, although the easier tunes are grouped toward the front. Performance tips are given at the front of the book for each tune. All the tunes are in notation and tablature. Includes access to online audio that is set up so that you can play along with each tune at both regular and slow speeds. You can also adjust the balance control on your stereo to hear both mandolin lead and accompaniment, just mandolin lead, or just accompaniment.

SKU: MB.21246M

ISBN 9780786688104. UPC: 786688106. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.

This book is for all beginning and early intermediate mandolin players. No prior playing experience or note reading ability is required. The solos are written in both standard notation and tablature. While writing the arrangements, the author considered the small hands of children. Each tune is in the first position and there are no stretches that present inordinate technical difficulties. Includes access to online audio containing every song in the book. The tunes are recorded at a moderate speed, and include count-off notes and rhythm guitar accompaniment.