Download or read book Modern Cello Method Grade 1 written by Renata Bratt and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2011-01-04 with total page 105 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Step-by-step method written for beginning cello students of any age, with or without a teacher.The left page gives information about the tune: where the hard spots are, various techniques and some music theory.The right page provides different bowing patterns and a line of music at the bottom showing you all the notes that are used in the tune. Scales and arpeggios are included with most tunes.The companion CD teaches all of the tunes, studies, scales and arpeggios in this book by ear.Learn to read notated music in the first position of the cello, playing classical, American, Celtic and blues tunes as well as how to follow a chord chart and accompany other musicians.
Download or read book Mel Bay s Fun with the Cello written by Bill Bay and published by . This book was released on 1978 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of 47 big-note, easy level one solos on folk favorites designed to build technique, range, and endurance while maintaining student interest. Fun to play and serves ideally as a supplement to any method. All of the solos in this text may be played together in ensemble with the "Fun with Violin," Fun with Viola," and "Fun with Bass" books. Includes many favorite tunes: Battle Hymn of the Republic; Bill Bailey Won't You Please Come Home; Blue Bells of Scotland; Cockles and Mussels; Down by the Riverside; Erie Canal; and many more.
Download or read book A Guide to American Fiddling written by ANDREW CARLSON and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2011-03-11 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Classical violinists can help keep alive the historic traditions of American fiddle music, but doing so requires a clear understanding of performance practice. A Guide to American Fiddling exposes serious students of the violin to the technical nuances of traditional Old Time fiddling. In this book, violinist/fiddler Andrew Carlson provides a detailed technical analysis of Missouri-style fiddling, focusing primarily on the use of the bow. Carlson further offers a comparison of classical and non-classical techniques, a brief history of American fiddling, plus 23 traditional tunes with authentic bowing indications. A CD recording of the tunes is included.
Download or read book Mel Bay s Fun with the Cello written by Bill Bay and published by . This book was released on 1978 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of 47 big-note, easy level one solos on folk favorites designed to build technique, range, and endurance while maintaining student interest. Fun to play and serves ideally as a supplement to any method. All of the solos in this text may be played together in ensemble with the "Fun with Violin," Fun with Viola," and "Fun with Bass" books. Includes many favorite tunes: Battle Hymn of the Republic; Bill Bailey Won't You Please Come Home; Blue Bells of Scotland; Cockles and Mussels; Down by the Riverside; Erie Canal; and many more.
Download or read book A Rag A Stomp A Reel written by Renata Bratt and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2021-01-14 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fiddling cellist, Renata Bratt, presents breakdowns, rags, waltzes, reels, songs, and stomps. American fiddle music is fun for cellists at all levels. Arranged from easy to intermediate, this book contains Appalachian dance tunes, Texas-style contest tunes, old-time, and bluegrass music with an authentic cello accompaniment for each tune. From first position with simple rhythms through fifth position with syncopated rhythms, learn or reinforce left-hand technique with extensions, shifting, and fast passage work. For the right-hand, fiddle tunes use string crossing, rhythmic bowing patterns and an ever-changing use of slurs and accents to create compelling rhythms. Join in with fiddle-style players, learn new styles and enhance your playing. Includes access to online audio.
Download or read book Fun with the Cello written by WILLIAM BAY and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2010-10-07 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of 47 big-note, easy level one solos on folk favorites designed to build technique, range, and endurance while maintaining student interest. Fun to play and serves ideally as a supplement to any method. All of the solos in this text may be played together in ensemble with the Fun with Violin, Fun with Viola, and Fun with Bass books. Includes many favorite tunes: Battle Hymn of the Republic; Bill Bailey Won't You Please Come Home; Blue Bells of Scotland; Cockles and Mussels; Down by the Riverside; Erie Canal; and many more.
Download or read book Fun with the Dulcimer written by Virgil Hughes and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2014-06-10 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This beginner's method presents clear, concise instruction for learning to play the traditional three-stringed mountain dulcimer. Thirty-eight songs are taught with notation and fret numbers for each note. Chord symbols are also included for playing with guitar, banjo, or another chording instrument. Melody playing with drones and basic chord playing are both taught. Lyrics are included with the songs for added fun. From the time this text was first published, it has been a steady best seller.
Download or read book Complete Flatpicking Guitar Book written by Steve Kaufman and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2016-02-16 with total page 103 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive study of contemporary flatpicking guitar technique presents numerous solos for the beginning through advanced flatpicking guitarist along with tips on creating your own flatpicking arrangements. The book addresses the tablature system, tuning, right and left-hand technique, use of the capo and themicrophone, transposing using the Nashville numbering system, bluegrass back- up, arranging flatpicking solos and instrumentals. If you're into country or bluegrass music, or if you just want to develop outstanding flatpicking technique, this book is for you. Written in standard notation and tablature. The stereo play-along audio online features Steve Kaufman's rousing performance of each flatpicking solo! Also includes a videio online containing some of the solos andtechniques presented in the book. Audio and video download available online
Download or read book Jazz Theory Handbook written by Peter Spitzer and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2015-07-24 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jazz Theory Handbook is a complete guide to all the essential topics of jazz theory, suitable for all treble instruments. Its approach is clear and concise,realistic and practical. This book will help you to understand how contemporaryjazz players think, and to apply theory concepts in your own playing. Subjects are introduced progressively, with each new one based on those introduced before. Topics include chord building, harmonic movement, modes, II-V-I licks, polychords, blues, rhythm changes, how to learn tunes, practice techniques,playing outside, and more. All of the book's musical examples are performed on the accompanying audio, along with sample solos and 3 play-along tracks with a great rhythm section. Jazz Theory Handbook is designed for both self- study andclassroom use. Audio download available online
Download or read book Mel Bay s Complete Fiddling Book written by Craig Duncan and published by . This book was released on 2005-11 with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mel Bay's Complete Fiddling Book is a compilation of arrangements of traditional tunes by several outstanding practitioners of the art of fiddle playing: Craig Duncan, Bill Guest, Dave Reiner, Frank Zucco, and Joe Castle. From The Arkansas Traveler to The Yellow Rose of Texas, over 300 colorful fiddle tunes populated this book's 205 pages. Scant on text or historical notes, but long on musical content, the Complete Fiddling Book is a great resource for any fiddler or teacher in search of a delightful, toe-tapping repertoire. Although most of the tunes are written for solo fiddle, the last ten pieces are arranged as fiddle duets. A masterful solo collection presenting a vivid assortment of fiddling styles and repertoire. On the companion DVD, fiddler Craig Duncan and guitarist Robert Bowlin perform 34 favorite tunes which are played at a slow and medium tempo to demonstrate many fiddling techniques. Split-screen filming features close-up angles of both the left hand and the bow. This DVD is the perfect companion to the Complete Fiddling Book, bringing the teacher right into your living room. Compilation of arrangements of traditional tunes Over 300 colorful fiddle tunes populate the 205 pages Most for solo fiddle, but the last ten pieces are arranged as fiddle duets Intermediate to advanced in difficulty Split-screen companion DVD of 34 tunes performed by Craig Duncan and guitarist Robert Bowlin.
Download or read book Solos for Festival and Fun Cello and Bass written by Mel Bay Publications, Incorporated and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Duets for Festival and Fun Cello and Bass written by Mel Bay Publications, Incorporated and published by . This book was released on with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Duets for Festival and Fun Cello Bass Edition written by Albert Stoutamire and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2020-07-23 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ncludes twenty-one duets for cello and bass. Some tunes included are: Rigadoon, The Holly and the Ivy, La Charolaise and Curious Story. Intermediate skill level.
Download or read book Fun with the Viola written by William Bay and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2010-10-07 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of 47 big-note, easy level-one solos on folk favorites designed to build technique, range, and endurance while maintaining student interest. Fun to play and serves ideally as a supplement to any method. All of the solos in this text may be played together in ensemble with the Fun with Violin, Fun with Cello, and Fun with String Bass books.
Download or read book Cello Method written by Christine Watts and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2016-07-13 with total page 153 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A wonderful new edition of our Cello Method book which teaches the beginning cello student everything they need to know. The book starts with Seating and Bow Hold, then covers all the details of the Language of Music, reading, writingand playing. Cello Method follows with Extensive Bowing Exercises and Stretch Position with Thorough Instruction and Material all the way through Shifting to 4th Position. Enchanting New Songs and Old Classics follow and are mixed with Detailed Explanations and Many Bowing Exercises to Create a Beautiful Soundwith the Bow. Cello Method has three different levels of bow instruction with bowing variations, exclusive to this method book only. Includes access to onlineaudio
Download or read book Finger Fun written by Daryl Silberman and published by . This book was released on 1997-06-03 with total page 31 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Fun with the String Bass written by WILLIAM BAY and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2010-10-07 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of 47 easy-to-play, big-note, level-one solos on folk favorites for young students of the upright bass. Designed to build technique, range, and endurance while maintaining student interest. Fun to play and serves ideally as a supplement to any method. All of the solos in this text may be played together in ensemble with the Fun with Violin; Fun with Cello; and Fun with Bass books. Includes many favorite tunes: Hail! Hail! the Gang's All Here; I've Been Workin' on the Railroad, and many more.
