(Book). This book by the founding editor and former publisher of Bass Player magazine not only celebrates the 50-year history of Fender's revolutionary Precision Bass, it also for the first time illuminates the full scope of its profound impact on music and society. Focusing on the bass' artistic influence, it details the technical milestones that gave the bass its musical power. This book also describes the impact of the bass in the hands of such visionaries as James Jamerson; cheers the innovations of rockers like Jack Bruce, Paul McCartney, John Entwistle and Sting; and honors the inspired work of such virtuosos as Jaco Pastorius. Loaded with black & white and 100 stunning color photos.

(String Solo). Attractive solo literature for the intermediate level student. The pieces in this collection do not take the player beyond third position. Contents: Siciliano from the Sonata No. 4 in C minor, BWV 1017 (J.S. Bach) * Intermezzo, Op. 117, No. 1 (Brahms) * Allegro moderato from Four Romantic Pieces, Op. 75 (Dvorak) * Berceuse, Op. 16 (Faure) * Allegro from Pieces de clavecin, Op. 1 (Fiocco) * Waltz from Lyric Pieces, Op. 12, No. 2 (Grieg) * Sonata in F Major, HWV 370 (Handel) * Allegro from the Sonata for Violin and Piano in E minor, KV 304 (Mozart) * Allegro molto from the Sonatina for Violin and Piano in D Major, D. 384 (Schubert) * Rondo from the Pupil's Concerto No. 5 in D Major, Op. 22 (Seitz) * Allegro from the Concerto in A minor, Op. 3, No. 6, RV 356 (Vivaldi).

A great collection of over 90 Beatles tunes arranged as instrumental solos. Includes: Across the Universe * All My Loving * All You Need Is Love * Birthday * Eleanor Rigby * Golden Slumbers * A Hard Day's Night * Help! * Here Comes the Sun * Hey Jude * I Want to Hold Your Hand * If I Fell * In My Life * Let It Be * The Long and Winding Road * Revolution * Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band * Ticket to Ride * Twist and Shout * Yellow Submarine * Yesterday * and dozens more!

This book explains and shows in detail the various techniques used by fiddle players in creating a traditional style of playing. All the information is presented in the context of the music itself, with numerous transcribed and recorded examples. It is aimed not only at the beginner, but also the fiddle-player (and indeed violinist) with some knowledge and experience who wishes to learn more. For those unable to read music, a chapter on notation is included. Particular emphasis is given to bowing and ornamentation, with individual chapters devoted to jigs, slides, polkas, hornpipes, airs and reels. The book also attempts to convey something of the excitement felt in playing music which has a large degree of improvisation, albeit within certain bounds. The demonstration CD, which features a large selection of the transcribed tunes and ornaments performed by Cranitch, is an invaluable aid to learning as it allows the listener to hear how the music and ornamentation should sound.

In Session With Chuck Berry contains note-for-note transcriptions of six classic Chuck Berry tracks in standard notation and guitar tab, with lyrics and chord symbols. There is a breakdown and analysis of each solo, containing essential hints and tips as well as biographical notes on the music and a full discography. The CD contains full demonstration tracks of all the featured songs, full backing tracks of all the songs for you to join in with and the solo demonstrated in full and slowed down versions. There is also a backing track for the solo slowed down to practise along with.

(Music Sales America). This is the perfect reference for chords for mandolin, banjo and bouzouki. The book contains easy chords in all keys, with sections on tunings, capos and chord relations. John Loesberg has created another intelligible and intuitive didactic book which will be invaluable for all players of Irish traditional music.

Air Guitar is renegade art critic and Art Issues editor Dave Hickey's assessment of the beauties and potentialities of American culture, "high" and "low, " presented in a series of reflections on his experiences as the child of a jazz musician, abortive graduate student, amateur art dealer, professional songwriter, music journalist, and resident of Las Vegas.

(Signature Licks Bass). Experience the freaked-up funk-osity of the Peppers through the creative guitar stylings of phenomenal Flea with this great book/CD pack. Johnson will teach you how to play 16 of the Peppers' finest, including: By the Way * Californication * Give It Away * Higher Ground * My Friends * Scar Tissue * Suck My Kiss * Under the Bridge * and more.

(Play It Like It Is). Note-for-note tab transcriptions of the hit "Bigger Than My Body" and 9 others from the sophomore release by singer/songwriter John Mayer: Clarity * Come Back to Bed * Daughters * Home Life * New Deep * Only Heart * Something's Missing * Split Screen Sadness * Wheel. Includes a fact-filled intro and a cool "emoticon" guide to the songs.

(Book). The world's most famous guitar had a golden anniversary in 2004, and this official, authorized book/CD package offers the best photos, quotes, facts and sounds to properly celebrate this achievement. From Buddy Holly to Jimi Hendrix to today's hottest players, the Fender Stratocaster defines rock'n'roll for generations of fans and players. Special features include exclusive photos from the world's greatest guitar collection, as well as a CD with musical examples of famous Strat sounds and styles hilariously performed by Greg Koch even spoken excerpts from the author's interviews with the Strat's beloved inventor, Leo Fender. This book also recognizes that the Stratocaster's deeper significance lies in the music that guitarists have created with it. You'll hear what Strat players have to say about their instrument, their music and each other. The Fender Stratocaster both reflects and influences popular culture worldwide. The Stratocaster Chronicles focuses on the people who brought it into the world, the designers and builders who refined it, and the players who have taken it from there.

Acoustic classics arranged for guitar and voice.

This stellar collection contains banjo tab arrangements of 12 bluegrass/folk songs from this Grammy-winning Album of the Year. Includes: Angel Band * The Big Rock Candy Mountain * Didn't Leave Nobody but the Baby * Down to the River to Pray * I Am a Man of Constant Sorrow * I Am Weary (Let Me Rest) * I'll Fly Away * In the Highways (I'll Be Somewhere Working for My Lord) * In the Jailhouse Now * Keep on the Sunny Side * and You Are My Sunshine, plus lyrics and a banjo notation legend.

(REH Publications). Written for the musician who is interested in acquiring a firm foundation for playing jazz, this unique book/CD pack examines the phrases of the masters Over 800 licks are provided in the styles of Tal Farlow, Pat Martino, Wes Montgomery, Joe Pass, Johnny Smith, and other jazz guitar greats The book includes standard notation and tablature, and the CD contains note-for-note demonstrations of every lick.

The Violin Prep Test has been specially designed to be taken by violinists who have been playing for a few terms. Built into it are all the sorts of skills they will be developing at this stage, such as a sense of pitch and rhythm, controlled and even playing, accuracy and quality of tone. This book contains tunes, pieces and listening games, as well as information about all parts of the test. There are also entertaining illustrations and a fun page - so practising for the big day will always be enjoyable!

A rich tapestry of European music from the 13th-16th centuries. Includes the medieval Estampie Royale and the famous L'homme arme, Kemp's Jig and Henry VIII's favourite Pastime with Good Company via a rollicking Morris dance, a comical Bouree and more. The Complete edition includes a violin part, keyboard accompaniment with optional violin accompaniment, easy violin and guitar.

These are the original editions of the ever-popular instruction books for various instruments by C. Paul Herfurth. The books are packed full of lessons, illustrations, fingering charts, daily practice records, test questions, and manuscript paper for homework. Perfect for use in group lessons, school classes, or for individual lessons.