A well presented set of short pieces from the 'Romantic Era', all strictly in 1st position. Score with parts for vln 1, 2, vla (with vln 3 option), Vc. / Quatuor A Cordes

This series takes cellists through the process of learning to read the tenor clef in a step-by-step, structured approach.Complete with Cello part, pull-out piano accompaniment and CD. To read the higher notes it is necessary to use 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th positions all of which are covered. The book thus provides a follow-up to Lorna Taylor's 'Go Fourth' and 'Taylor-Made'. / Violoncelle Et Piano

This long awaited book written by a seasoned performer teacher and examiner aims to widen the prospects for success in the important but troublesome 'Quick Study' of the diploma examination.15 freshly composed pieces to prepare you for the DipABRSM Quick StudyConcise guides to help you tackle new pieces at speed. A useful self-help tool as well as for teaching. There are no trade secrets in this book just good solid advice and plenty of practice pieces to cut your teeth on. Examiners work with their eyes and ears open measuring the quality of candidates' performances alongside the score in front of them. They are hoping to hear confident fluent (but notnecessarily note perfect) performances which demonstrate a reasonably consistent awareness of the style and character in the music. Although the Quick Study might in some ways be a logical extension of the sight-reading test there are several key differences both as regards the minimum standard of performance and underlying complexity/length of the musical text. Retaking the Quick Study is a thoroughly dispiriting experience so why go into the exam room unprepared?Get to grips with this book and your diligence will repay you.

Half a dozen short pieces representing different animals: from Monkeys to Kangaroos. Front cover: John Newberry's 'Spider Monkeys 2011'.

Flute Frictions Volume 2 contains Flute duets aimed at flautists a grade 4-5.'... The sheer joy of being part of a 'winning team' can hardly be overestimated; played well a duet is greater than the sum of its parts and may well have the potential to please in a concert setting.'

Grade 3 - 6-From the author of the popular Piano Skills series of books Repertoire Builder is an exciting collection of fun and challenging pieces for the piano or electronic keyboard. Book Two is intended for performers at a standard of grade 3 to 6 and is ideal for recital or tuition.

The Eye-Tunes Series for Piano contains 100 newly composed Piano pieces - attractive accessible and pitched at pianists of all ages and abilities. Within each album the pieces are arranged with musical rather than technical concerns in mind in the hope of encouraging profitable dipping! The range of styles is wide - jazz pop ambient reflective humorous minimalist impressionistic. These pieces as the title Eye-Tunes suggests have been written to be read while calling for a degree of spontaneity and flexibility. The titles are thought-provoking and the material intended to spark the imagination. These albums will serve particularly well as an alternativeor adjunct to conventional repertoire.

Grades 3-6-Tricks and Games comprises a series of fifteen short and contrasting Clarinet duets in a light yet essentially modern idiom. Parts are intended to be played by two pupils of similar abilities.

Flute Friction is a series of flute duets in three books aimed at flautists from grade 1 to 8. 15 Flute duets. 10 Flute Trios.In this first book in the series ten flute trios are also included which teachers will find particularly profitable when working with small groups although the main emphasis in this series is on the interaction between two players similar in standard. In many cases each part is given equal importance so it is the ease with which players can shift from pole position to a more supporting role and back again that poses the principle challenge. Elsewhere the spoils are slightly less equitably carved up and again teachers willquickly gauge for themselves which pieces best suit the abilities and personalities of their students. If teachers can get their students to learn both parts in each piece then in a sense the books immediately double in value!I like to think of these pieces as being useful from a number of viewpoints and would suggest using them in a variety of ways not exclusively as light relief at the end of lessons. Duets are an excellent way of improving sight-reading to be sure as well as building confidence and assertiveness. But at least as importantly they nurture that most underestimated of skills listening without which musical accomplishment is doomed to certain failure. If the teacher is limited in pianistic ability then duets offer a much needed chance for students to play in a small ensemble setting which is the first stage to being able to 'hold a line' in a wind band or orchestra.Above all perhaps the sheer joy of being part of a 'winning team' can hardly be overestimated; played well a duet is greater than the sum of its parts and may well have the potential to please in a concert setting. The business of matching intonation is of course especially important in duets and similarly taking breaths in suitable places is critical to the way an audience understands the overall musical texture.Balance

20 progressive studies for Bb Clarinet-This collection by Jayson Mackie contains 20 solo compositions in a Latin style for the Clarinet. Latin music has been a particular favourite genre of mine to write in having grown up listening to jazz bands and playing in them as a teenager. Most people can name a handful of the more well-known dances (thanks to the popularity of Strictly Come Dancing!) but I knew there were many more lesser-known Latin styles out there. So in August 2015 I decided to research some of the many dance forms of the Caribbean and South America. After listening to these and discovering a little of their history and musical characteristics I decided to write myown versions. Latin Lovelies is the result. - Jayson Mackie

Young bassoonists can also enjoy the sort of fresh and energetic pieces until now reserved for flutes oboes and clarinets. The solo part is written in the bass clef throughout and strays no higher than 'Middle C'. The piano part has also been kept fairly simple while allowing gifted pianists potential for improvisation. Suitable for Grades 2 - 5.

Beginner Double Bass & Piano- 5 short pieces for the beginner bassist. Written in a lively enjoyable and accessible style each piece uses a limited number of notes and rhythmic patterns to help develop musical and technical skills from the outset. The piano accompaniments are simple and supportive aimed at the pianistic skills of the average teacher offering new and inventive first concert or exam repertoire. Limited to 1st position they use a number of keys and musical styles which should appeal to players and teachers alike. Double Bass caricature used by permission of Cameron Ford (Australia). Jan Faulkner was a member of the BournemouthSymphony Orchestra for many years and is also a Specialist Percussion Teacher at Wells Cathedral School alongside her recent appointment as Outreach Officer at the school. She has composed music for almost every occasion and is writing a series of double bass books for the young bassist. [Initial & Grade 1 - Trinity-Guildhall 2010 onwards]Marching Together (No.2) and The Haunted House (No.3) have been selected for Level 1 by MTB Exams (www.mtbexams.com)Performance Level: Beginner;1;2.