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Discover the magic of classical guitar with this fun and easy guide
The perfect starting point to learning classical guitar, Classical
Guitar For Dummies, walks you through the steps, techniques, and
styles you'll need to finger-pick your way around some of the most
beautiful songs ever written. Whether you're a first timer looking
to add your very first classical guitar to your collection or
you've already made the jump to the classical style want to pick up
some priceless tips, this book is the easy-to-read companion you'll
want at your side. You can even play along with audio and video
examples at dummies.com that will help you on your journey toward
classical guitar mastery. In Classical Guitar For Dummies, you'll
find: Foundational and advanced techniques, from adapting your
playing posture to coloring your tone with vibrato Tips and tricks
on playing classical guitar favorites, like Cavatina by Stanley
Myers Explorations of classical scales, up and down the guitar neck
Classical Guitar For Dummies is an essential aid for new and
aspiring classical guitarists just beginning to learn their craft.
More experienced guitarists seeking to improve their fundamentals
and learn some new strategies for creating amazing music will also
find a ton of useful info inside.
Guitar Basics is a landmark method for young guitarists. It starts
at absolute beginner level and progresses to Initial/Preparatory
Grade. The method is set out in sixteen stages and contains
original pieces and traditional tunes in an array of styles
including classical, folk and world music as well as well-known
favourite film and TV themes such as James Bond, Batman and The
Flintstones. There is a thorough introduction to standard notation,
with sections on chords and TAB, whilst ensemble pieces are ideal
for group teaching, including 'Wider Opportunities'. Accompaniment
parts and teachers' notes are available in Guitar Basics Teacher's
Book, and the fun backing tracks are available to download online.
The companion book, Guitar Basics Repertoire, provides over 40 fun
solos and ensemble pieces for both individual and group learning.
It is designed to consolidate material learnt in the Guitar Basics
Tutor and present new topics, including accidentals, moving up the
neck, two-part music, arpeggios and plucked chords.
This book contains nine pieces from ABRSM's Grade 8 Piano syllabus
for 2021 & 2022, three pieces chosen from each of Lists A, B
and C. The pieces have been carefully selected to offer an
attractive and varied range of styles, creating a collection that
provides an excellent source of repertoire to suit every performer.
The book also contains helpful footnotes and, for those preparing
for exams, useful syllabus information. The enclosed CD features
inspiring recordings of all 30 pieces on the Grade 8 syllabus,
performed by Yulia Chaplina, Mei Yi Foo, Dinara Klinton, Charles
Owen, Robert Thompson and Richard Uttley.
Beautifully presented and intelligently paced, the Lesson Books
combine unusually attractive music and lyrics. The books feature
note reading, rhythm reading, sight-reading and technical workouts.
Each piece on the CD was recorded at a performance tempo and a
slower practice tempo.
360 chords, organised as a chord per page, this is a flexible,
comprehensive solution for anyone learning or playing the guitar at
any level. This no-nonsense, easy to carry, wiro book will fit into
a gig bag, flight case or hand bag with the minimum of fuss.
Revised and updated version, replaces ISBN-13 9781844513925
Examines the relationship between the structures provided by
tradition, and the actual performance in reconsideration of the
nature of 'tradition' in dhrupad. Includes a transcription of a
compete dhrupad performance. First book-length study of an Indian
vocal genre to be co-authored by an Indian practitioner and a
Western musicologist
A time-honored tradition just got better! The John W. Schaum Piano
Course has been newly revised with 100 percent new engravings and
typesetting, color highlighting for concept emphasis, updated song
titles and lyrics, and full-color illustrations. This is the Primer
level.
A slight condensation of Hanon's first exercises. The
simplification in layout and range make the exercises appear less
difficult to a young student.
Teach kids how to play the recorder with fun lessons and sheet
music for beginners. With careful progression and performance
opportunities right from the start, this highly acclaimed method is
perfect for teaching beginners. This second edition of Book 1
features gorgeous new illustrations and audio downloads to support
learning. Ideal for both individual and whole-class teaching, with
fun activities and pieces with two parts. Suitable for both
generalist and specialist teachers. Stage 1 of a full scheme
comprising four books. Takes the learner from pre-reading to
playing and reading notes E, G, A, B and high C. Gradually
introduces music notation and theory.
ZIKO Acoustic Guitar Strings Hexagon Alloy Core Phosphor Bronze Strings Set Guitar Accessories DP-011
EThe Gibson 335 Guitar BookE tells the story of Gibson's ES-335 and
related models as played by B.B. King Alvin Lee and Eric Clapton
among other virtuosos. It's full of great guitars cool players and
fascinating historical detail. The book traces the story from
Gibson's first thinline models to the company's signature
instruments and modern re-creations of today.THThe book is in the
tradition of Tony Bacon's bestselling guitar series with a
carefully researched story a gallery section of full-color pictures
of the most important guitars and players and a reference section
detailing production years and specifications.THThe 335 was
launched in 1958. It had a double-cutaway body but the interesting
features were hidden inside. A solid block in an otherwise hollow
body created a new semi-solid structure cleverly combining the
sonic qualities of a hollowbody guitar and a solidbody. Variants
included the stereo 345 and the upscale 355 and players have lined
up ever since for a taste of these attractively different
flavors.THSome of those players featured in the book include Larry
Carlton Dave Grohl (Foo Fighters) Peter Hayes (Black Rebel
Motorcycle Club) Justin Hayward (Moody Blues) Eric Clapton Pepper
Keenan (Down) B.B. King Elvin Bishop (Butterfield Blues Band) Alvin
Lee (Ten Years After) Alex Lifeson (Rush) Eddie Phillips (the
Creation) Johnny Marr (the Smiths) Lee Ritenour Andy Summers (the
Police) Bill Nelson (Be-Bop Deluxe) and Andrew White (Kaiser
Chiefs).
In this book, scholars and artists explore the relation between
electronic music and bodily expression from perspectives including
aesthetics, philosophy of mind, phenomenology, dance and
interactive performance arts, sociology, computer music and sonic
arts, and music theory, transgressing disciplinary boundaries and
established beliefs. The historic decoupling of action and sound
generation might be seen to have distorted or even effaced the
expressive body, with the retention of performance qualities via
recoupling not equally retaining bodily expressivity. When, where,
and what is the body expressed in electronic music then? The
authors of this book reveal composers, performers, improvisers and
listeners bodies, as well as the works and technologies figurative
bodies as a rich source of expressive articulation. Bringing
together humanities scholarship and musical arts contingent upon
new media, the contributors offer inspiring thought and critical
reflection for all those seriously engaged with the aesthetics of
electronic music, interactive performance, and the body 's role in
aesthetic experience and expression. Performativity is not only
seen as being reclaimed in live electronic music, interactive arts,
and installations; it is also exposed as embodied in the music and
the listeners themselves.
A continental tour of Europe doesn't go quite as planned! When
Stockwell Park Orchestra goes on tour to Europe, it proves a
challenge for even the most efficient German logistical planner. A
teenage stowaway, brass players falling in canals and a sabotaged
timpani van are all in a day's work for Ingrid Bauer of Note
Perfect Tours, but even she can't solve all the problems this week
throws at her. Maybe a bit of surprise Bach can calm the muddy
Brexit waters. She just has to fish out the musicians first. Praise
for The Stockwell Park Orchestra Series: "I was charmed... a very
enjoyable read." Marian Keyes "Friendly insults between musicians,
sacrosanct coffee-and-biscuit breaks, tedious committee meetings:
welcome to the world of the amateur orchestra." BBC Music Magazine
"...a witty and irreverent musical romp, full of characters I'd
love to go for a pint with. I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know
the Stockwell Park Orchestra and can't wait for the next book in
the series." Claire King, author of The Night Rainbow "Sharp, witty
and richly entertaining." Lev Parikian, author of Why Do Birds
Suddenly Disappear? "With its retro humour bordering on farce, this
novel offers an escape into the turbulent (and bonkers) world of
the orchestra." Isabel Costello, author of Paris Mon Amour "...a
very funny tale of musical shenanigans set in the febrile
atmosphere of the Stockwell Park Orchestra" Ian Critchley
In this title, the Sussex based author provides accessible text,
clear instructions, step-by-step photographs and a full-size plan
of the guitar. Readers will learn how to make a steel-stringed OM
cutaway guitar with 14 frets from scratch, following the clear
step-by-step photographs and straightforward instructions. Suitable
even for woodworkers with a basic level of skills, this is a
rewarding project to undertake and will no doubt become a family
heirloom. Packed full of handy information and expert tips, close
guidance through the whole process from choosing the materials to
the final stringing up and a full-size plan of the guitar to
follow, readers can't go wrong. Plus this revised and updated
edition features new and expanded material on: power tools and
jigs, bolt-on and dovetail neck joints, alternative ways of making
a guitar body, soundboard bracing for a Classical guitar and much
more.
This beautifully illustrated reference is a guide to the history of
music and the instruments of the orchestra. An extended
introduction provides a history of music-making around the world
and outlines the evolution of the orchestra. It also features
famous players, orchestras and concert halls, and the role of the
composer and the conductor. A visual directory then follows,
organised according to families of instruments: strings, woodwind
and brass, percussion and keyboards, and the voice, as well as rare
and historical instruments. Comprehensively written and beautifully
illustrated with over 450 photographs, the book is an indispensable
reference for music lovers everywhere.
Practice, practice, practice to play like Chopin or the Piano Man
The piano will help you add a touch of fun to your life, impress
your friends at parties, and even reduce stress. It even makes you
better at math (really!). Piano Exercises For Dummies is at your
service as you learn to make those 88 black and white keys sing.
You'll get a quick overview of the basics before diving into
practice routines and sample songs that you can use to improve your
skill, whatever your level. This book gives you online access to
audio files of the exercises along with digital access to the sheet
music shared in the book. Learn from an experienced pianist,
composer, and arranger, and start making beautiful music, the
Dummies way! Refresh your knowledge of the piano basics so you're
poised and prepared to play the right way Play enjoyable practice
exercises and songs designed to teach specific skills and
techniques in all genres Go online to access all the audio files,
anytime, anywhere Bring a little more joy into your life by
stepping up your piano know-how Piano Exercises For Dummies is for
new and experienced pianists alike, and useful for improving your
skill in any musical style.
This book contains valuable material to help players strengthen
their sight-reading skills in preparation for the ABRSM Grade 3
exam. Featuring preparatory exercises that gradually introduce key
new elements encountered at Grade 3, along with a comprehensive
selection of sample sight-reading pieces, More Piano Sight-Reading
supports students with the transition between grades, and
encourages them to integrate sight-reading into their daily
practice. More Piano Sight-Reading is available for ABRSM Grades 1
to 8, offering additional support for the sight-reading
requirements of the current syllabus.
Chords, chords, and (almost) nothing but chords Guitar Chords For
Dummies is full of, well, guitar chords. This indispensable
reference is a must for guitarists of every ambition, skill level,
and musical genre, providing a key to the simplest and most complex
guitar chords--over 600 in all. Each chord is illustrated with a
chord diagram and a photo with guitarist's tips sprinkled
throughout the book. You'll also get a tiny bit of music theory, so
you know what's going on with all those symbols, and voicings for
each chord in each of the 12 keys. And it's even small enough to
fit in your guitar case. Add sparkle and range to your musical
repertoire. Learn the theory and techniques for playing guitar
chords Reference over 600 chords spread over 12 keys Easily try out
new chords, thanks to the portable, lay-flat format Go beyond the
basics with sustained, augmented, diminished, and flatted chords
Guitar Chords For Dummies is ideal for newbies just picking up the
guitar and seasoned musicians ready to expand their sound.
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