Two volumes containing well-crafted arrangements and original compositions, presented in chronological order, from the 16th century right up to the present day. Includes contrasting styles, from Louis Couperin to Giles Swayne and William Byrd to Gavin Bryars. Pieces feature on the ABRSM Double Bass syllabus at Grades 1-6 (Volume 1: Grades 1-3, Volume 2: Grades 4-6). This is also an invaluable source of repertoire to explore for further study.

Innovation. Disruption. Thought leadership. Today's hottest tech sector buzzwords would prove just as apt in describing the twentieth century crucible of guitar development. Imagine an electric guitar. Is it a Strat? A Les Paul? Some third party variant on one of these classics? Or is it something more uniquely memorable: a Warlock a Flying V a Razorback? There's a reason that default image popped into your mind. Electric guitars do not happen by chance. They look and sound and play the way they do by design. In the prolific Tony Bacon's latest book EElectric Guitars Design and Invention: The Groundbreaking Innovations That Shaped the Modern InstrumentE the world's leading guitar historian traces the modern axe to the iconic designs at its roots. Musicians artisans luthiers and designers alike will delight in this far-reaching exploration of the craftsman trends and technological advances that shaped an industry a and countless generations of popular music.

Time Pieces is an exciting new series of repertoire which explores the wealth of music written from the sixteenth century to the present day. The pieces are presented chronologically within each volume and all include the year in which they were written too so you can map your journey through time. Time Pieces for Cello is a three-volume anthology providing a graded selection of well-crafted and idiomatic arrangements, as well as some original pieces, for cello and piano. All of them have been carefully written to provide practice of the keys, note ranges and fingering patterns encountered in the early grades, and there are suggestions for position work and varied bowing patterns. Each volume balances well-known pieces with less familiar music, and the emphasis throughout is on tuneful repertoire perfectly suited to the cello with a simple supportive piano accompaniment. From Tallis to Tchaikovsky and from Haydn to Britten, Time Pieces for Cello allows the pupil to get a real feel for the different styles of music through time and will prove an invaluable, varied source of further study and recital repertoire.

(Music Sales America). An excellent set of bowing exercises that will help all violinists to develop their bowing styles, speed, control and rhythms.

David Coverdale (formerly of Deep Purple) formed Whitesnake in 1978. Throughout the history of the band many excellent musicians have come and gone including John Sykes, Adrian Vandenberg, Vivian Campbell, Ian Paice (Deep Purple) and the legendary Steve Vai. This Jam With songbook enables guitarist to play along with the band emulating the style of the Pros with 9 Whitesnake tracks expertly arranged in guitar tab format and a playalong CD.

(Bass Instruction). If you want to work on your bass guitar chops, this is the book for you These 75 exercises will help you build your endurance and flexibility, challenging you in fun, interesting and methodical ways. Topics include: left-hand finger patterns; pull-offs and hammer-ons; string crossing; harmonic technique; arpeggios; scales; blues sequences; chords on the bass; articulations; rhythms; harmonics; and more.

16 pieces from the swashbuckling blockbusters, including: The Black Pearl * Davy Jones * He's a Pirate * I've Got My Eye on You * Jack Sparrow * To the Pirate's Cave! * Wheel of Fortune * and more.

A beautifully presented, illustrated collection of children's songs from Wales. All songs are printed in the Welsh language and arranged for easy Piano and Voice. Includes a sing-along CD with professionally recorded backing tracks and examples.

An exact contemporary of Bach, Silvius Leopold Weiss (1687-1750) was one of the greatest lutenists of all time. He was also a prolific and brilliant composer. This collection of arrangements for solo guitar is an ideal introduction to Weiss's music. The ten varied pieces were carefully chosen for their musical character and technical suitability. Placed in order of difficulty, they reflect the range of skills required for Baroque repertoire, at intermediate and advanced levels. Includes stylish and idiomatic adaptations, preserving the original ornamentation and left-hand slurs. Core repertoire for Grades 6-8, with pieces on the ABRSM guitar syllabus. Carefully considered fingering, both clear and consistent.

Time Pieces for Guitar is a two-volume anthology of well-crafted and idiomatic arrangements of music from the 13th century to the present day. The pieces are presented chronologically within each volume and include the year in which they were written, so you get a sense of the different styles of music through time. These volumes feature contrasting styles, from Machaut to Bernstein and from Purcell to Granados. Also includes duos for pupil and teacher.

This edition contains all the scales and arpeggios required for the Grades 1-5 ABRSM Guitar exams. Provides suggested fingering and a helpful introduction including advice on exam preparation.

This volume contains valuable practice material for candidates preparing for the ABRSM Guitar exams, Grades 1-8. The book is written in attractive and approachable styles and representative of the technical level expected in the exams.

This edition contains all the scales and arpeggios required for the Grades 6-8 ABRSM Guitar exams. Provides suggested fingering and a helpful introduction including advice on exam preparation.

Time Pieces for Guitar is a two-volume anthology of well-crafted and idiomatic arrangements of music from the 13th century to the present day. The pieces are presented chronologically within each volume and include the year in which they were written, so you get a sense of the different styles of music through time. These volumes feature contrasting styles, from Machaut to Bernstein and from Purcell to Granados. Also includes duos for pupil and teacher.

Who would have thought the electric bass guitar with its frets removed would transcend the rhythm section to become one of the most instantly recognizable sounds in all of music? From the jazz genius of Jaco Pastorius and the funk/punk abandon of Les Claypool, to the landmark rock of Jack Bruce and Sting, the instrument has a lyrical legacy all its own. This book collects the very best interviews, lessons, and gear and maintenance guides into one smooth-reading compilation. With insight from over 25 masters, including Tony Levin, Marcus Miller, Gary Willis, Jimmy Haslip, and Percy Jones, The Fretless Bass will give you a keen appreciation for the important innovators, as well as plenty of tools to find your own voice on the instrument.

This text contains the music and lyrics of ABBA's pure gold hits, all arranged for piano, voice and guitar. Songs include 'Mamma Mia', 'Waterloo', 'Thank You For The Music', 'Dancing Queen' and more.

A pocket-sized collection of songs from the biggest names in pop! Presented in chord songbook format, with complete lyrics and guitar chords. Complete lyrics and chords to over 100 classics!

SONGS INCLUDE:- All Shook Up- Always On My Mind- Are You Lonesome Tonight?- Blue Suede Shoes- Heartbreak Hotel- Hound Dog- I Just Cant Help Believin- In the Ghetto- Its Now Or Never- Jailhouse Rock- A Little Less Conversation- Love Me Tender- Return to Sender