Download or read book You Can Teach Yourself Gospel Piano written by Gail Smith and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2015-12-30 with total page 127 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seasoned piano educator Gail Smith offers this beginning-level piano method employing gospel, Christmas and sacred tunes. This volume begins with an introduction to elementary note reading on the piano. A brief dictionary of musical terms and basic piano chord encyclopedia are included. Carefully sequenced exercises and arrangements allow the student to progress gradually from simple arrangements to more elaborate settings, gradually incorporating right and left hand fills and patterns. In order to illustrate various arranging concepts, some tunes are shown in two settings-one simple, the other more complex. This is a great book to be used with or without lessons to learn the art of piano improvisation. on the 99-track CD (sold separate or in a book/cd set), the author talks and plays through the entire book. the author's goal is to encourage students to create their own gospel piano arrangements.
Download or read book You Can Teach Yourself Piano Chords written by Per Danielson and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2015-10-26 with total page 121 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You Can Teach Yourself Piano Chords combines regular music notation with visual illustrations to give a clear picture of how to voice basic piano chords. The first part of the book introduces the student to basic triads and dominant seventh chords in all the inversions. After mastering this concept, material such as Maj7th, min7th, diminished, augmented and suspended chords are introduced, followedby alternate bass note, addition of the 9th and common chord progressions. Regardless of skill level, the student will quickly be able to play anaccompaniment by using only chord symbols. The appendix section will give the student a clear understanding in basic music theory. When using this book as a lesson book it's very helpful to refer to the appendix section while chords are being learned. The book can be used both for lessons and reference. Video download available online
Download or read book The Pop Piano Book written by Mark Harrison and published by Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation. This book was released on 1998 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Piano). This cutting-edge keyboard method is a total step-by-step approach to creating keyboard parts spontaneously. Rhythmic and harmonic concepts are applied in all keys, and are then used as a basis for developing specific solutions in rock, pop, ballad, funk, new age, country and gospel styles. Endorsed by Grammy winners, top educators, and Keyboard magazine.
Download or read book You Can Teach Yourself Piano written by Matt Dennis and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2015-12-11 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You Can Teach Yourself Piano is a revolutionary concept in piano instruction. No other piano method comes close to matching this book's scope in teaching not only basic music reading skills, but also the essential technique and theory for playing in all con- temporary keyboard styles. Central to the philosophy of the You Can Teach Yourself series, this beginner's book is written to give the serious adult student a solid foundation while studying on their own without the advantage of having a private teacher; it will show you all you need to know to get an authoritative start on the instrument, presenting technical and theoretical concepts as needed while offering carefully graded, challenging material to hold your interest. In addition to the incalculable assets of ear training and development of taste in modern harmony, upon completion of this method the student will be fully prepared to handle the demands of modern piano music.
Download or read book Country Gospel Piano Solos written by Gail Smith and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2010-10-07 with total page 41 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book of 15 tasteful, moderately difficult piano arrangements is sure to please the gospel music enthusiast. These fairly short arrangements are perfect for use in a worship setting or just for fun. Fifteen well-known titles included.
Download or read book You Can Teach Yourself Piano by Ear written by Robin Jarman and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2015-02-10 with total page 57 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Developed by Robin Jarman to enable anyone to accompany songs on the piano without music, change key when a song is pitched too low or too high, and provide accompaniment when only the melody and chord symbols are given. It is ideal for teachers, students, parents, and members of the community who would like to accompany "sing alongs." The book does assume that the student can sing in tune, can read simple rhythm and notation, is familiar with the treble and bass clefs and the piano keyboard, and has a sense of humor and a desire to learn. The accompanying online audio talks you through the exercises, providing additional instruction and help. This package also includes the companion 75-minute online video which accompanies and teaches many of the concepts in the book. Includes access to online audio
Download or read book Gospel Piano Made Easy written by Gail Smith 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: Collection of all time favorite hymns. Ideal for small group of church performance. Selections include: Glory to His Name; Sunshine in My Soul; Send the Light; Blessed Assurance; Sweet By and By; In the Garden; the Old Rugged Cross; Rock of Ages; I'll Fly Away; Softly and Tenderly; and more.
Download or read book Teach Yourself Rock Piano written by Jeffrey Gutcheon and published by Amsco Music. This book was released on 1979 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Professional know-how for playing dynamic rock piano. Boogie, gospel, country shuffle, pop-rock, R & B, and funk grooves, plus tunes and exercises to work with."--Cover.
Download or read book Hal Leonard Blues Keyboard Method written by Marty Sammon and published by Hal Leonard Corporation. This book was released on 2015-06-01 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Piano Instruction). The authentic guide to traditional and modern blues keyboard playing, with rhythm and soloing concepts for piano and organ. Build your blues vocabulary with ideas for ensemble playing; intros, turnarounds, licks and endings; piano and organ accompaniment; phrasing and soloing; and much more. Written by Marty Sammon, keyboardist in Buddy Guy's band. This book includes access to audio demonstration tracks featuring Marty and his band playing the examples in the book.
Download or read book You Can Teach Yourself Lever Harp written by Laurie Riley and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2015-10-06 with total page 121 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An updated, step-by-step method for playing the harp. This book can be used alone or with a teacher. the easy-to-follow method produces results for musicians of all levels, and even if you have no prior experience, and varying levels of difficulty are presented in arrangements of familiar musical pieces. All basic techniques and tunes are clearly and thoroughly explained. Specific topics include: how to use this book, how to sit with your harp, how to tune your harp, how to use your hands, plucking the strings, finger placement, basic structural concepts of music and 14 tunes.
Download or read book First 50 Gospel Songs You Should Play on Piano written by Hal Leonard Corp. and published by Hal Leonard Corporation. This book was released on 2018-11-01 with total page 327 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Easy Piano Songbook). This collection includes 50 well-known gospel songs arranged for easy piano with lyrics. Includes: Bless His Holy Name * Down at the Cross (Glory to His Name) * Give Me That Old Time Religion * He's Got the Whole World in His Hands * His Eye Is on the Sparrow * How Great Thou Art * I Believe * I'll Fly Away * Just a Closer Walk with Thee * My Tribute * The Old Rugged Cross * Precious Memories * Put Your Hand in the Hand * Shall We Gather at the River? * Soon and Very Soon * Sweet by and By * Swing Low, Sweet Chariot * There Will Be Peace in the Valley for Me * Wayfaring Stranger * When the Saints Go Marching In * Wings of a Dove * and many more.
Download or read book You Can Teach Yourself Banjo written by Janet Davis and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2010-10-07 with total page 117 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the ideal beginner's book, presenting the basics of playing the 5-string banjo is a way that is both fun and produces quick results. Janet Davis takes you on an extensive tour of this instrument's fundamental techniques as well as some intermediate possibilities including rolls, chords, bluegrass banjo techniques, playing up the neck, licks, endings, and other basic information needed to play bluegrass and melodic-style banjo. Thorough performance notes are provided from beginning to end revealing the secrets of this versatile traditional instrument.
Download or read book You Can Teach Yourself Piano by Ear written by Robin Jarman and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Essential Piano Exercises written by Jerald Simon and published by . This book was released on 2014-11-30 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Hymn Fake Book written by Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation and published by Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation. This book was released on 2000-02 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of cross-denominational hyms spanning several centuries, emphasizing original texts and verses.
Download or read book 100 Left Hand Patterns Every Piano Player Should Know written by Jerald Simon and published by Jerald Simon. This book was released on 2018-06 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 100 Different Ways to play the same song. Piano students learn 100 fun left hand patterns to take any music and change it up 100 different ways. Also included in the book is the FUN FAKEBOOK which includes 100 piano pieces in facebook format where the melody (Right Hand - treble clef) and the given chords for each measure are shown. The students can then fake or make up a left hand pattern to go along with the melody.
Download or read book Easy Christmas Songbook for Piano written by Lee Davis and published by . This book was released on 2018-10 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Easy Christmas Songbook for Piano by Lee Davis features beginning to intermediate arrangements for classic Christmas songs. The first arrangement you will learn for each song features interesting and recognizable melodies using mainly the right hand along with basic left hand parts. The second section of this songbook displays each song along with chord progressions, lyrics, and vocal melody lines. This is a great setup for sing-alongs because the lyrics are written in a large font so that multiple singers and musicians can read along.This course also includes access to audio tracks to help you learn and practice. We have included three different recordings of each song. The first version features just the piano playing the melody line. The second version has the piano playing along with other instruments. The last recording features the other instruments with no piano so that you can practice playing the piano part in context.
