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The American Fiddle Method Volume 1

Beginning Tunes and Techniques

by Brian Wicklund ...

Series series American Fiddle
This comprehensive, illustrated beginner's method is built on many years of teaching experience, proven concepts, and techniques to develop proficient fiddlers. The guide fosters creativity through variations and improvisation of tunes, while covering essential music theory, chords, lyrics, and ensemble skills for backup and lead playing. Including access to listening and play-along online audio, ... Read more

$22.99 USD

This comprehensive, illustrated beginner's method is built on many years of teaching experience, proven concepts, and techniques to develop proficient fiddlers. The guide fosters creativity through variations and improvisation of tunes, while covering essential music theory, chords, lyrics, and ensemble skills for backup and lead playing. Including access to listening and play-along online audio,
... Read more
The Violin Maker

A Search for the Secrets of Craftsmanship, Sound, and Stradivari

by John Marchese ...

“[A] magical, profound, and elegant look at the continued need for high quality in our throw away society.” —Douglas Brinkley, HistorianThis intensely human story, which moves from an ageless workshop in Brooklyn to the rehearsal rooms of Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center, and across the globe to Cremona, the birthplace of Stradivari, opens up for the reader the insular and fascinating realm of ... Read more

$14.49 USD

“[A] magical, profound, and elegant look at the continued need for high quality in our throw away society.” —Douglas Brinkley, HistorianThis intensely human story, which moves from an ageless workshop in Brooklyn to the rehearsal rooms of Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center, and across the globe to Cremona, the birthplace of Stradivari, opens up for the reader the insular and fascinating realm of
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El Ukelele para Adultos Principiantes: Aprende a leer música y a tocar el Ukelele en 10 días

by Rudolph D. White ...

Éste estupendo libro fue inspirado por mi pasión de ayudar, tanto a los jóvenes como a los adultos, a aprender y perfeccionar el arte de tocar el Ukelele. Para aquellos amigos, que durante varios años han querido aprender, pero no saben por dónde empezar. En mis varios años de experiencia tocando y enseñando sobre el ukelele, he amalgamado diferentes técnicas y puntos beneficiosos que me gustaría ... Read more

$2.99 USD

Éste estupendo libro fue inspirado por mi pasión de ayudar, tanto a los jóvenes como a los adultos, a aprender y perfeccionar el arte de tocar el Ukelele. Para aquellos amigos, que durante varios años han querido aprender, pero no saben por dónde empezar. En mis varios años de experiencia tocando y enseñando sobre el ukelele, he amalgamado diferentes técnicas y puntos beneficiosos que me gustaría
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Sonatas & Partitas of J.S. Bach

Educational Edition

by Serge Blanc, George Enescu ...

During the years of instruction he received from master George Enescu, Serge Blanc collected and marked technical and interpretive indications for what Enescu called "The Himalayas of violinists" : the Sonatas & Partitas for solo violin by Johann Sebastian Bach.This exceptional document brings together these notes which regard sonority, phrasing, tempo, fingering, and expression, the culmination ... Read more

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During the years of instruction he received from master George Enescu, Serge Blanc collected and marked technical and interpretive indications for what Enescu called "The Himalayas of violinists" : the Sonatas & Partitas for solo violin by Johann Sebastian Bach.This exceptional document brings together these notes which regard sonority, phrasing, tempo, fingering, and expression, the culmination
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The Power of Practice

How Music and Yoga Transformed the Life and Work of Yehudi Menuhin

by Kristin Wendland ...

Series series SUNY Press Open Access
The Power of Practice showcases the pioneering achievements of renowned violinist Yehudi Menuhin (1916-99) and how both disciplines transformed his life and practice. Menuhin's contributions as a performer, teacher, and humanitarian are celebrated around the world. Less well known, however, is Menuhin's devotion to the practice of yoga and his close friendship with the renowned yogi B. K. S. ... Read more

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The Power of Practice showcases the pioneering achievements of renowned violinist Yehudi Menuhin (1916-99) and how both disciplines transformed his life and practice. Menuhin's contributions as a performer, teacher, and humanitarian are celebrated around the world. Less well known, however, is Menuhin's devotion to the practice of yoga and his close friendship with the renowned yogi B. K. S.
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How to Play Guitar

A Beginner’s Guide to Learn How To Play The Guitar, Read Music, and Much More

by Jason Randall ...

Play the Guitar and Be the Life of the Party!Click the READ MORE button to start your guitar adventure!Inside How to Play the Guitar, you’ll discover how fun and easy it is to make music!This multi-media teaching guide even includes special play-along audio clips. With these step-by-step recordings, you can listen and play all the chords and music examples in this book!From your first lessons in ... Read more

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Play the Guitar and Be the Life of the Party!Click the READ MORE button to start your guitar adventure!Inside How to Play the Guitar, you’ll discover how fun and easy it is to make music!This multi-media teaching guide even includes special play-along audio clips. With these step-by-step recordings, you can listen and play all the chords and music examples in this book!From your first lessons in
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Ten of the Greatest Secrets of String Playing

by Byron Duckwall ...

This book contains information about how you can begin your journey to become a great string player. This method is about making a quantum leap in your playing by replacing your conditioned reflexes with your native instincts. It is about going from tight to loose and making difficult things seem easy. This method won't help you improve your current technique. Instead, it's about instantly ... Read more

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This book contains information about how you can begin your journey to become a great string player. This method is about making a quantum leap in your playing by replacing your conditioned reflexes with your native instincts. It is about going from tight to loose and making difficult things seem easy. This method won't help you improve your current technique. Instead, it's about instantly
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QUARTET PLAYING,ART OF

by David Blum ...

How do four instrumentalists with strong individual tastes and temperaments manage to forge a distinctive approach to the music they play? This extraordinary book ushers readers into the workshop of one of the world's most accomplished string quartets. In rich and probing conversations with their longtime friend and musicologist and conductor David Blum, the members of the Guarneri String Quartet, ... Read more

$4.99 USD

How do four instrumentalists with strong individual tastes and temperaments manage to forge a distinctive approach to the music they play? This extraordinary book ushers readers into the workshop of one of the world's most accomplished string quartets. In rich and probing conversations with their longtime friend and musicologist and conductor David Blum, the members of the Guarneri String Quartet,
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My Violin Story

Violin Vibrato Series, #1

by Kevin W Jameson ...

Series Book 1 - Violin Vibrato Series
Looking for a good violin story with some vibrato tips?This true story has it all. Romance**,** old violins, life changing music**,** tears, and more tears. A talented little girl, an amazing coincidence one Saturday afternoon, renewal, and a new teaching method for beautiful vibratos.You will remember this story forever.In My Violin Story, read sto... ... Read more

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Looking for a good violin story with some vibrato tips?This true story has it all. Romance**,** old violins, life changing music**,** tears, and more tears. A talented little girl, an amazing coincidence one Saturday afternoon, renewal, and a new teaching method for beautiful vibratos.You will remember this story forever.In My Violin Story, read sto...
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Daily Warm Up Exercises for Bass Guitar

by Steven Mooney ...

Daily Warm Ups for Bass Guitar.Bass Guitar Method for developing a dedicated daily practice routine utilising scales, modes & arpeggios.One of the most important aspects of learning any instrument is being able to set aside time to practice. Even if you have only 30 min per day, by organising your time and having the dedication to follow through with your plan, progress is yours to be had.All ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Daily Warm Ups for Bass Guitar.Bass Guitar Method for developing a dedicated daily practice routine utilising scales, modes & arpeggios.One of the most important aspects of learning any instrument is being able to set aside time to practice. Even if you have only 30 min per day, by organising your time and having the dedication to follow through with your plan, progress is yours to be had.All
... Read more
Pasión por el chelo. Un manual de felicidad para violonchelistas

by Octavio Santos ...

Maestro del Violonchelo, el proyecto educativo que está transformando la vida de miles de músicos en todo el mundo, lanza su primer libro de la mano de Octavio Santos. Con Pasión por el chelo, Octavio recopila por primera vez, buena parte de los conocimientos que le han ayudado a ser feliz al violonchelo. Sea cual sea tu nivel musical, Pasión por el chelo te enseñará claves prácticas para que seas ... Read more

$7.12 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Maestro del Violonchelo, el proyecto educativo que está transformando la vida de miles de músicos en todo el mundo, lanza su primer libro de la mano de Octavio Santos. Con Pasión por el chelo, Octavio recopila por primera vez, buena parte de los conocimientos que le han ayudado a ser feliz al violonchelo. Sea cual sea tu nivel musical, Pasión por el chelo te enseñará claves prácticas para que seas
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Playing with Ease

A Healthy Approach to Guitar Technique

by David Leisner ...

Playing with Ease is a book about ergonomic technique for the guitar, as well as other instruments. Renowned classical guitarist David Leisner offers an introduction to the basic anatomy of movement, advice on relieving unnecessary tension, pioneering ideas about engaging large muscles, and tips for practicing and concert preparation. ... Read more

$27.59 USD

Playing with Ease is a book about ergonomic technique for the guitar, as well as other instruments. Renowned classical guitarist David Leisner offers an introduction to the basic anatomy of movement, advice on relieving unnecessary tension, pioneering ideas about engaging large muscles, and tips for practicing and concert preparation.
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Ukulele Lessons for Kids - Book 1

How to Play Ukulele for Kids (Free Video Available)

by LearnToPlayMusic.com, Peter Gelling ...

Illustrated by James Stewart ...

Series Book 1 - Progressive Young Beginner
Teach how to play ukulele for kids with our easy ukulele lessons for kids.***Comes with online access to free ukulele videos and audio demonstrating all examples. See and hear how each one is played by a teacher, then play along with the backing band. Also includes music score animation for easy music learning.***Progressive Ukulele Method for Young Beginners - Book 1 contains all you need to know ... Read more

$4.99 USD

Teach how to play ukulele for kids with our easy ukulele lessons for kids.***Comes with online access to free ukulele videos and audio demonstrating all examples. See and hear how each one is played by a teacher, then play along with the backing band. Also includes music score animation for easy music learning.***Progressive Ukulele Method for Young Beginners - Book 1 contains all you need to know
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You Can Teach Yourself Hammered Dulcimer

by Madeline MacNeil ...

Series series You Can Teach Yourself
This comprehensive book and accompanying online resources cover every aspect of the hammered dulcimer and its playing techniques. Written by masterful teacher Madeline MacNeil in an engaging, informal tone, the text provides a firm foundation for beginners while exceeding the expectations of an introductory guide. With detailed discussions on dulcimer layout, hammers, tuning, and stands, plus ... Read more

$19.99 USD

This comprehensive book and accompanying online resources cover every aspect of the hammered dulcimer and its playing techniques. Written by masterful teacher Madeline MacNeil in an engaging, informal tone, the text provides a firm foundation for beginners while exceeding the expectations of an introductory guide. With detailed discussions on dulcimer layout, hammers, tuning, and stands, plus
... Read more
The Craig Duncan Master Fiddle Solo Collection

by Craig Duncan ...

Presents 140 of the most frequently played tunes in old time fiddle contests as well as the most popular bluegrass, square dance and country tunes heard throughout the United States. The performance length arrangements of contest tunes include standard as well as challenging variations on hoe-downs, rags, polkas, show pieces, and waltzes complete with suggested accompaniment chords. This ... Read more

$24.99 USD

Presents 140 of the most frequently played tunes in old time fiddle contests as well as the most popular bluegrass, square dance and country tunes heard throughout the United States. The performance length arrangements of contest tunes include standard as well as challenging variations on hoe-downs, rags, polkas, show pieces, and waltzes complete with suggested accompaniment chords. This
... Read more
Full Circle: A Dream Denied, A Vision Fulfilled

by Theodore Jerome cohen ...

A father dreams his son will become a concert violinist. Instead, he becomes a scientist. Later in life, he returns to the violin and becomes an orchestral violinist. ... Read more

$3.99 USD

A father dreams his son will become a concert violinist. Instead, he becomes a scientist. Later in life, he returns to the violin and becomes an orchestral violinist.
... Read more
Ukulele Handbook

by Aaron Keim, Nicole Keim ...

Our newest ukulele book and vital for every ukulele player. The Ukulele Handbook starts right from the basics: chords, strums, melodies, tablature, songs, music theory and more. Perfect for beginning and intermediate players and a great gift to give to your ukulele pals. All content is paced according to Aaron and Nicole's extensive experience as music educators and ukulele players. All 44 pages ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Our newest ukulele book and vital for every ukulele player. The Ukulele Handbook starts right from the basics: chords, strums, melodies, tablature, songs, music theory and more. Perfect for beginning and intermediate players and a great gift to give to your ukulele pals. All content is paced according to Aaron and Nicole's extensive experience as music educators and ukulele players. All 44 pages
... Read more
Trout Quintet Easy Violin Sheet Music

by Franz Schubert ...

From Schubert's famous "Trout" Quintet for Easy ViolinA SilverTonalities Arrangement!Easy Note Style Sheet MusicLetter Names of Notes embedded in each Notehead! ... Read more

$2.94 USD

From Schubert's famous "Trout" Quintet for Easy ViolinA SilverTonalities Arrangement!Easy Note Style Sheet MusicLetter Names of Notes embedded in each Notehead!
... Read more
Wedding Music for Solo Violin

by Katherine Curatolo ...

For solo violin, this book is a collection of straightforward wedding arrangements without piano. Inside you will find the most commonly requested music for wedding ceremonies, from traditional favorites to beautiful classical pieces that are sure to provide an elegant musical experience. ... Read more

$9.99 USD

For solo violin, this book is a collection of straightforward wedding arrangements without piano. Inside you will find the most commonly requested music for wedding ceremonies, from traditional favorites to beautiful classical pieces that are sure to provide an elegant musical experience.
... Read more
Johann Sebastian Bach - Cello Suites No's 1-6 - A Score for the Cello

by Johann Sebastian Bach ...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. ... Read more

$6.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
... Read more
Mandolin For Dummies

by Don Julin ...

Learn how fretting and picking can entertain friends!The mandolin is making a big comeback among music enthusiasts. A longtime staple of bluegrass, folk, jazz, and country music, this fast-pickin' favorite featured heavily in traditional music from around the world is now seeing a resurgence in global pop.In Mandolin For Dummies, accomplished composer, performer, and mandolin guru Don Julin breaks ... Read more

$17.00 USD

Learn how fretting and picking can entertain friends!The mandolin is making a big comeback among music enthusiasts. A longtime staple of bluegrass, folk, jazz, and country music, this fast-pickin' favorite featured heavily in traditional music from around the world is now seeing a resurgence in global pop.In Mandolin For Dummies, accomplished composer, performer, and mandolin guru Don Julin breaks
... Read more
Beauty of Tone - Violin Bow Arm Exercises

by Aaron Chase ...

Series series How to Play The Violin
One of the main reasons that many violin students lack solid bow arm technique, and subsequently create an ugly sound from their violin, is quite simply because they neglect to intentionally and specifically dedicate practice time to bow arm technique.They never actually take time to specifically practice bow arm technique and the creation of beautiful tone. Of course, if this is never practiced, ... Read more

$2.99 USD

One of the main reasons that many violin students lack solid bow arm technique, and subsequently create an ugly sound from their violin, is quite simply because they neglect to intentionally and specifically dedicate practice time to bow arm technique.They never actually take time to specifically practice bow arm technique and the creation of beautiful tone. Of course, if this is never practiced,
... Read more
The Fiddling Cellist

by Renata Bratt ...

A comprehensive resource to prepare intermediate and advanced cello students to play fiddle music. Eighteen fiddle tunes with chords in styles found in typical fiddle jam sessions - Celtic, Old Time, and Bluegrass. Each is arranged for two or three cellos and accompanied by short studies that teach idiomatic bass lines and backup harmony as well as improvisational soloing over the chord changes. ... Read more

$19.99 USD

A comprehensive resource to prepare intermediate and advanced cello students to play fiddle music. Eighteen fiddle tunes with chords in styles found in typical fiddle jam sessions - Celtic, Old Time, and Bluegrass. Each is arranged for two or three cellos and accompanied by short studies that teach idiomatic bass lines and backup harmony as well as improvisational soloing over the chord changes.
... Read more
How to Play Ukulele

A Beginner’s Guide to Learn About The Ukulele, Reading Music, Chords, & Much More

by Jason Randall ...

“Say It With A Ukulele…”“… Grumbles some gramophone;Christ, tell me what to say to herNow that I’m used to my loneliness?”This verse from the poem “Fog” by George Seferis, the Nobel Prize winning poet from Greece, perfectly reflects the nature of the instrument and the emotions it can evoke. First introduced by Portuguese immigrants from Madeira to Hawaii, this traditional musical instrument has ... Read more

$2.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

“Say It With A Ukulele…”“… Grumbles some gramophone;Christ, tell me what to say to herNow that I’m used to my loneliness?”This verse from the poem “Fog” by George Seferis, the Nobel Prize winning poet from Greece, perfectly reflects the nature of the instrument and the emotions it can evoke. First introduced by Portuguese immigrants from Madeira to Hawaii, this traditional musical instrument has
... Read more

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