SKU: MB.22248M
ISBN 9780786693825. UPC: 786693827. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.
Just like a guitar, saxophone, piano, clarinet or flute, the voice is an instrument that requires training and education if one wishes to improve upon their natural ability. Understanding the parts of the voice, how it functions and routinely practicing will help ones voice gain flexibility, agility, a wider range, and ultimately more control to consistently sing what you hear in your head. With this book you will gain the knowledge of how your voice as an instrument and body part functions, what contributes to proper vocal health, how your breathing system works and the technique to strengthen your breathing. Through the many exercises and songs included on the companion audio as well, you will have the accompaniment for a guided lesson to practice each day and improve your vocal abilities. Includes access to online audio.
SKU: MB.30856
ISBN 9781513470795. 8.75x11.75 inches.
With this collection of 26 folk hymns, author Peter Irvine brings shape-note music into the home, and provides adaptable music for a variety of instrumental ensembles. This format allows for instruments such as the mountain dulcimer, Native American or transverse flute, penny whistle, fiddle, mandolin, guitar, and so forth. Anyone can play shape-note music, even when Sacred Harp gatherings or â??singingsâ? are not easily accessible. The hymns in this collection are drawn from various classic shape-note sources like Southern Harmony (1835) and The Sacred Harp (1844). Presented in lead-sheet format (melody, chords, and lyrics), and written in keys accessible to all C instruments and several D instruments such as the penny whistle and mountain dulcimer, the material offers plenty of arrangements. Hymns can be sung by a soloist, in unison by a small group with chordal accompaniment, or a mixed ensemble.
