Aimed at those with a basic understanding of music theory, provides step-by-step instructions for learning to play guitar and includes songs to practice.
(Instrumental Folio). Instrumentalists will love this jam-packed collection of 101 holiday favorites! Songs include: All I Want for Christmas Is You * Believe * Christmas Time Is Here * Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy * Feliz Navidad * Grandma Got Run over by a Reindeer * Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas * I Saw Three Ships * Jingle Bells * Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! * Merry Christmas, Darling * O Come, All Ye Faithful * Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree * Silent Night * The Twelve Days of Christmas * We Wish You a Merry Christmas * and more.
Presents a self-teaching method of study for the trumpet that includes information on assembling and caring for the instrument, the parts of the trumpet, reading music notation and rhythms, and producing sounds, along with a variety of songs and exampleson the accompanying sound disc.
The key to fast and fun piano proficiency! Whether you’re a wannabe Mozart or are an experienced hand at tinkling the ivories, the latest edition of Piano For Dummies has what you need to take you to the next level in making beautiful music using this much-loved and versatile instrument. Working as an introductory course—or as a refresher to keep those fingers nimble—you’ll find information on getting started, improving your technique and performance, and the best ways to practice until you hit finely tuned perfection. And, along the way, you’ll pick up the techniques for different styles, including classical, blues, and rock. In an easy-to-follow style, the book also helps you sharpen your sight-reading. You can also tune in to audio and video online to help you improve your creativity and discipline, as well as hear and see that you’re hitting the right notes. Choose the right piano Know your keys Scale up for success Care for your instrument Whatever you want from your love affair with the old “88,” you’ll find enough right here to keep you hammering happily—and even more proficiently—away for years to come! P.S. If you think this book seems familiar, you’re probably right. The Dummies team updated the cover and design to give the book a fresh feel, but the content is the same as the previous release of Piano For Dummies (9781118900055). The book you see here shouldn’t be considered a new or updated product. But if you’re in the mood to learn something new, check out some of our other books. We’re always writing about new topics!
A one-stop resource to the essentials of owning and playing the guitar If you’ve just bought a guitar, or you’ve had one for a while, you probably know it takes some time and effort to learn how to play the popular instrument. There’s so much to know about owning, maintaining, and playing a guitar. Where do you even begin? In Guitar All-in-One For Dummies, a team of expert guitarists and music teachers shows you the essentials you need to know about owning and playing a guitar. From picking your first notes to exploring music theory and composition, maintaining your gear, and diving into the specifics of genres like blues and rock, this book is a comprehensive and practical goldmine of indispensable info. Created for the budding guitarist who wants all their lessons and advice in one place, the book will show you how to: Maintain, tune, and string your guitar, as well as decipher music notation and guitar tablature Understand guitar theory, sounds and techniques to help you learn new songs and add your style to classic tunes Practice several popular genres of guitar music, including blues, rock, and classical Access accompanying online video and audio instructional resources that demonstrate the lessons you find in the book Perfect for guitar players at any skill level, Guitar All-in-One For Dummies is a must-have resource for anyone who wants to get the most out of their own guitar and make great music.
(General Music). Kids will love this Christmas activity book featuring songs, games, puzzles and other music activities. It includes dozens of timeless Christmas songs, including: Away in a Manger * Deck the Hall * Hark! the Herald Angels Sing * I Saw Three Ships * Jingle Bells * Jolly Old St. Nicholas * Silent Night * Up on the Housetop * We Wish You a Merry Christmas * and more. This book can be used by beginning keyboard players, guitarists, vocalists, and other C instrument players.
Play the piano today with an easy-to-use instruction set! Piano For Dummies, 3rd Edition is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking fundamental piano instruction. Whether you're brand new to the piano or have been at it awhile, Piano For Dummies will soon have you tickling the ivories like a pro! This book contains all the information you need to start playing today, including clear instruction and supplementary materials. Learn different musical styles, like classical, rock, blues, and country, and how to find the perfect teacher should you decide to expand your instruction. With the widest tonal range of any instrument, the piano is versatile enough to produce melody and accompaniment at the same time. This standout feature is also what makes mastering the piano such a complex affair. Piano For Dummies, 3rd Edition breaks it down into simple, easy-to-follow instruction, written in the characteristically accessible Dummies style. For the beginner, the book serves as a complete introductory course. For the more advanced player, it becomes a handy reference to keep around for periodic refreshers. Topics include: Finding the perfect keyboard, and caring for your piano The intricacies of reading music, including notes, rhythm, and change-ups Melody, harmony, and the building blocks of sound The role of individual technique, and finding your own groove The book also includes advice on practicing efficiently and improving your performance, as well as tips on how to pursue more advanced experiences. A great piano player is always the life of the party, and in high demand. If you're looking to become one with the "88," Piano For Dummies, 3rd Edition is the resource you want!
The bestselling guide now updated with video demonstrations and audio tracks online The guitar is one of the most versatile instruments in the world, which is why it's so appealing to musicians. Guitar For Dummies, 4th Edition gives you everything a beginning or intermediate acoustic or electric guitarist needs: from buying a guitar to tuning it, playing it, and caring for it. Fully revised and updated, with online video and audio clips that help you learn and play along, you'll explore everything from simple chords and melodies to more challenging exercises that are designed to satisfy players of all levels. Additionally, new players can dive into the basics of guitar and accessory selection. Whether you prefer the cool sounds of the acoustic or the edgier tones of the electric, your guitar will get a lot of use as you play your way through the lessons presented in this integral book. But your journey doesn't stop at the last page! With an updated multimedia component, you have access to more than 80 online videos and 35 audio tracks that help build your talent. Play along with online videos and audio tracks to develop and reinforce your new skills Tune your guitar, change strings, and make simple repairs to keep your instrument in working order Choose the right guitar and equipment for your needs Explore numerous musical styles, including rock, blues, jazz, and country Guitar For Dummies, 4th Edition guides you in the development of your strumming talent—and who knows where that can take you!
(Keyboard Instruction). This easy-to-understand book will get you playing right away and at your own pace, in the comfort of your home! Teach Yourself to Play Piano covers everything from the basics of hand position and good posture to playing melodies and songs. By the end of the book, you'll be able to play hands together, using a combination of whole, half, quarter and eighth notes and their respective rests. You will also be able to read a selection of notes from both the bass and treble clefs, and you will be able to play some simple chords in the left hand. Don't wait any longer there's never been an easier way to teach yourself piano!
(Paperback Songs). This convenient new paperback-sized music dictionary is divided into three main sections. The Dictionary of Music Terms concisely defines more than 2,200 notation and theory terms, and instruments and terms used in pop music, electronic music and the music business. The Dictionary of Musicians provides more than 450 capsule biographies of composers and other musicians, noting dates of birth and death, nationality, historical period, areas of composition, and major works. Finally, a collection of Reference Charts gives instant, at-a-glance summaries of the essentials of music: notation signs and symbols including tab and scales, modes and key signatures.
(Recorder). This fun package features a songbook and a top-quality recorder so kids can learn to make music with some of their favorite songs even if they've never played before! The book includes simple instructions to get you started, great coloring pages, and easy-to-play arrangements of 7 songs from Jonah , the popular "tale of fresh fish and mixed vegetables" movie from the beloved VeggieTales. Includes: Billy Joe McGuffrey * In the Belly of the Whale * It Cannot Be * Jonah Was a Prophet * Message from the Lord * The Pirates Who Don't Do Anything * Second Chances.
(Book). Here's the most contemporary music dictionary on the market! Conveniently divided into three main sections: The Dictionary of Music Terms defines over 2,000 music terms concisely, including notation and theory terms, instruments and terms used in pop music, electronic music and the music business; The Dictionary of Musicians provides more than 400 capsule biographies of composers and other musicians; and Reference Charts give instant, at-a-glance summaries of the essentials of music, encompassing instrumental and vocal ranges, notation signs and symbols, and scales, modes and key signatures.
(Guitar Method). Five complete best-selling books in one: Hal Leonard Guitar Method Book 1, Easy Pop Melodies, The Chord Strummer, Easy Chord Trax, and Rock Trax 1. This collection gives any guitarist all the information they need to start playing, including: playing solo guitar and accompaniments in a variety of styles; playing melodies or strumming along with over 100 famous songs; chord charts, strum and fingerpicking patterns; and more!
(E-Z Play Today). A perfect introduction to the world-famous E-Z Play Today songbook series. Includes 13 great songs: Beautiful Brown Eyes * Down by the Riverside * I Gave My Love a Cherry * Kumbaya * Londonderry Air * When the Saints Go Marching In * and more. Also includes Keyboard Guides and Pedal Labels.
(Guitar Solo). This songbook features fifteen worship favorites arranged for fingerstyle solos, including: Ancient Words * Before the Throne of God Above * Broken Vessels (Amazing Grace) * Cornerstone * Good Good Father * Great Are You Lord * Holy Spirit * I Will Rise * King of My Heart * Lord, I Need You * O Come to the Altar * O Praise the Name (Anastasis) * Oceans (Where Feet May Fail) * 10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord) * Your Name.
(Guitar Recorded Versions). Grab your axe and jam to 30 of the decade's most recognizable songs with the note-for-note transcriptions with tablature in this book. Includes: Body like a Back Road (Sam Hunt) * Cruise (Florida Georgia Line) * Despacito (Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee) * Get Lucky (Daft Punk) * I Will Wait (Mumford & Sons) * Moves like Jagger (Maroon 5 & Christina Aguilera) * Riptide (Vance Joy) * Shallow (Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper) * Some Nights (Fun.) * Tennessee Whiskey (Chris Stapleton) * Uptown Funk (Mark Ronson & Bruno Mars) * Wake Me Up (Avicii) * and more.
(Instrumental Play-Along). Now solo instrumentalists can play along with a dozen favorite songs from Disney blockbusters such as Beauty and the Beast , The Lion King , Monsters, Inc. , Toy Story 2 and other beloved movies. These books include access to online recordings by a full symphony orchestra of demo tracks and backing-tracks only so you can sound like a pro playing with the orchstra! Songs include: Beauty and the Beast * Belle * Circle of Life * Cruella De Vil * Go the Distance * God Help the Outcasts * Hakuna Matata * If I Didn't Have You * Kiss the Girl * Prince Ali * When She Loved Me * A Whole New World.
Enth.: Back to the Future. Forrest Gump - Main Title (Feather Theme). Chariots of Fire. The John Dunbar Theme (Dances with Wolves). Mission: Impossible Theme. Theme from E.T. (The Extra-Terrestrial). Star Trek - The Motion Picture. End Credits - Apollo 13. The Man from Snowy River (Main Title Theme). An American Symphony (Mr. Holland's Opus). Raiders March (Raiders of the Lost Ark). Theme from "Jurassic Park". Music from Braveheart.
(Recorder). Features 7 selections from this Disney release that kids can easily play on the high-quality recorder included. Songs: How to Be a Tigger * Pooh's Lullabee * Round My Family Tree * Someone like Me * Whoop-De-Dooper Bounce * The Wonderful Thing About Tiggers * Your Heart Will Lead You Home.
(Five Finger Piano Songbook). Eight hit songs from eight hit films, including: Beauty and the Beast * Can't Help Falling in Love (from Blue Hawaii ) * I Will Always Love You (from The Bodyguard ) * The Medallion Calls (from Pirates of the Caribbean ) * The Sound of Music * Star Trek The Motion Picture * True Love's Kiss (from Enchanted ) * What I've Been Looking For (from High School Musical ).
These fantastic collections for solo instrumentalists assemble 15 of today's hottest songs! Includes: Ain't It Funny (J.Lo featuring Ja Rule) * Bring On the Rain (Jo Dee Messina with Tim McGraw) * Complicated (Avril Lavigne) * Escape (Enrique Iglesias) * Here Is Gone (Goo Goo Dolls) * Hero (Enrique Iglesias) * A Moment like This (Kelly Clarkson) * A New Day Has Come (Celine Dion) * Only Hope (Mandy Moore) * Only Time (Enya) * Sk8er Boi (Avril Lavigne) * Soak Up the Sun (Sheryl Crow) * Superman (It's Not Easy) (Five for Fighting) * Wasting My Time (Default) * Wherever You Will Go (The Calling).
Bursting at the seams with top pop, rock and country hits, this 26-song collection is an incredible value! Includes: Back Here * Be with You * Born to Fly * Breathe * Come On Over Baby (All I Want Is You) * Crazy for This Girl * Desert Rose * Doesn't Really Matter * I Try * If You're Gone * Independent Women Part I * Maria Maria * My Baby You * One Voice * She Bangs * With Arms Wide Open * You Sang to Me * and more!
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