Rhythms from Cameroon

SKU: AP.1-ADV13014

ISBN 9783954810123. UPC: 805095130140. English.

Come and get to know the most fascinating grooves from Central Africa! This book and CD set by Christian Bourdon explains the large variety of rhythms from Cameroon. The patterns of traditional percussion instruments are transferred to the drums, thus turning short patterns and combinations into authentic grooves on the drumset. All rhythms and examples on the accompanying CD have been performed and recorded by the author himself for listening and playing along.

SKU: CF.BAS28F

ISBN 9780825858055. UPC: 798408058050. 8.5 X 11 inches. Key: D major.

From the pen of Larry Clark, noted educational composer, comes this delightful work for young players. The piece features a stately feel typical of the Old West with smart tempo variations and a strong lyrical melody all based on D major patterns.

About Carl Fischer Beginning String Orchestra Series

This series of Grade 1 pieces is designed for first year string groups. The pieces in this series are characterized by:

• Limited parts (often 2nd violin and viola are the same part, cello and bass are same part)
• Limited keys and rhythms - only simple 8th note patterns
• Limited independence of parts
• Playable after limited study time
• First position and natural bowings
• Piano for rehearsal and reinforcement