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Arranged for Fingerstyle Guitar. With this book/CD pack Ken Perlman presents a systematic approach to playing classic fiddle tunes fingerstyle on the guitar. Learn hoedowns reels set tunes marches hornpipes jigs strathspeys and airs from a pioneer of the style!

The Banjo in America from Folklore to Factory-This history of the banjo is a second edition of a publication originally published to coincide with a groundbreaking exhibition of the same name at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Museum. Includes information on the instrument's enduring popularity the banjo makers of Boston instruments from the exhibition a glossary and bibliography of the banjo and more.

This charming children's story will delight music lovers of all ages. Little Martin the Guitar lives in Mr. Beninato's Music Store in New York City. He wants so much to be adopted and taken home by a fine musician but the otherlarger instruments in the shop are always picked before him. Every night after Mr. Beninato goes home all the instruments play for each other and compete for a place of honor in the shop. The large and loud guitar known as Big Dalways wins the contest. One night Strada the Violin decides to step out of her special case and help Martin win the contest and the two perform a duet that leaves the other instruments looking on with awe and admiration. JoinMartin and all his friends for a CD of music from Mr. Beninato's Music Store! Performed on guitars mandolins banjos and more hear songs from the book entitled ?Strada's Waltz ? ?Mr. Beninato's MusicShop ? ?Martin's Lullaby ? and six more tunes made to bring a smile to your face and to set your toes tapping!

Eighteen favourites each presented in two versions: a simple lead sheet arrangment with melody lyrics and chords; and an advanced solo arrangement that combines the melody and accompaniment. Arranged by Eric Cutshall.

The 2 000 licks in this book are organized into 36 chapters. These chapters explore the different pitches rhythms techniques and methods of phrasing found in blues and blues-influenced guitar solos and fills. Use these licks to deliver heavy yet ear-catching riffs. These can be played along with the 43 backing tracks included on the 3 CDs that come with this book. They are all written in the key of a C blues while the backing tracks are played in the keys of E A D G C F and Bb. A handy table is included that shows how to transpose up or down from C to other blues keys. The backing tracks (performed by a live band in a studio) are all in the 12-bar bluesform but the licks do not necessarily have to be played over specific chords in the progression.

The term “burst” has been used to describe a specific Gibson Les Paul guitar manufactured from 1958 to 1960. The impact of this guitar has and continues to shake the music world. For dozens of guitar idols who'veplayed it – and those fortunate enough to have owned one or more – the Gibson Les Paul Sunburst possesses a mystique and magic not found in any other electric guitar. With its unique sound spectacular beauty andplayability the burst has shaped the landscape of the blues/rock genre as we know it today.The Burst Believers in this book – Joe Bonamassa Jimmy Page Billy Gibbons Kirk Hammett Rick Nielsen WaddyWachtel Slash Steve Lukather the Burst Brothers and many more – have been kind enough to share their experiences and stories that you will enjoy reading. These recollections plus hundreds of fantastic color photographsand a serial number index make this book a “must” for players and collectors everywhere.“These guitars are the holy grail.” – Joe Bonamassa“The burst has helped to create andestablish the rock sound loved by generations.” – Jimmy Page“A modern-day Stradivarius.” – Kirk Hammett“I cannot imagine a guitar more perfectly suited to my eyes ears handsand musical inclinations.” – Billy Squier

A Beginner's Comprehensive Approach to the Trumpet and Musical Literacy-The first trumpet method to introduce jazz! The goal of this method book is to infuse all the elements of a good trumpet foundation at the initial stage so nothing is left to chance. Exercises in developing progress have been introduced at strategic intervals to ensure success so the beginning student will feel a sense of accomplishment. Of course all music is based on a key signature and therefore the practice of all basic scales are addressed throughout. Many duets are introduced and many familiar songs are also presented. Foreword by Charles Conrad.

By Glenn Weiser Book/CD package for beginners to learn blues and rock improvisation. Includes explanations of scales modes chords

The Road to Success-This complete guide for any composer interested in earning money writing music for television is aimed at the complete novice as well as the seasoned expert. It leads you through the steps necessary to succeed in the music business: finding music libraries; submitting music; joining a Performance Rights Organization; understanding contracts; keeping organized; networking; and even revealing how much money you can earn.Steve Barden is a production music composer for film and television. His music has been used on hundreds of TV shows that can be heard all over the world on a daily basis. His music has aired on ABC CBS NBC FOX plusdozens of cable networks.

Matt receives a nice drum set from his parents and starts lessons with Mr. Thompson. He discovers he is talented and brags to his friends on how good he is on drums ? so much that no one wants to be around him. One day Matt visits a music store and watches a strange-looking man dressed like a rock star playing the drums. The man warns Matt that if he continues to brag his drums will shrink until he won't be able to play anymore. Matt discovers that it doesn't pay to brag and learns how to keep his drums from shrinking. A songbook of 10 fun and catchy original tunes is included. Recommended for ages 4-8.

This handy 9 x 6 guide in C tuning provides all the ukulele chords you'll ever need. The diagrams are easy to use and follow with principal chords in major and minor keys in all the different chord positions. Also features sections on: How to Begin Scales on All Strings Note Studies and Chord Modulations (great for intros

for Fingerstyle Guitar. This is a collection of twenty-five solo fingerstyle guitar arrangements of famous early blues, centuries-old ballads, and traditional folk songs. If you want to learn how to play a melodic fingerstyle solo break between the verses of a song, then these arrangements are a great way to start. All songs include standard notation with fingering indications, tablature, guitar chords, lyrics, and online audio. Songs include: Barbara Allen · Frankie and Johnny · The House of the Rising Sun · John Henry · Loch Lomond · Scarborough Fair · and more. Audio is accessed online using the unique code inside the book and can be streamed or downloaded. The audio files include PLAYBACK , a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right.

This book is a must have for the novice as well as the professional player! Each and every lick Banjo players learn provides another vital piece to add to their repertoire and help develop their individual ability.Each lick is important and Todd Taylor shares his licks and personal techniques he has spent a lifetime developing for the first time in this volume. These licks will make you a better player!Music examples are included in the online audio available for download or streaming.

The lively dynamic melodies associated with the Fiddle can now be shared with the Ukulele without losing any of the excitement beauty and drive. This collection features 55 fun-filled favorites in standard notation and tablature with chord symbols and diagrams plus online access to audio recordings of examples of the music. Songs include: Arkansas Traveler Bully of the Town Cherish the Ladies Flop-Eared Mule Harvest Home Irish Washerwoman Miss McLeod's Reel Ragtime Annie Sailor's Hornpipe Turkey in the Straw and more.

While many extant photos of string band artists show members holding a mandolin it often can barely be heard in most period recordings because the most important instrument to capture was usually the fiddle or voice. Thiscollection provides you with the opportunity to learn over 70 old-time-music period songs recorded mostly by Ernest Stoneman or the duo Grayson