Tales from the Acoustic Planet, Volume 2. This book presents the official banjo transcriptions to the songs on Béla's sensational new CD. Learning to play these amazing solos will bring anyone's banjo skills to a whole new level. Includes: Old Jellico, Dead Man's Hill and Do You Have Room?

Consistently named 'Bluegrass Player of the Year' by the International Bluegrass Music Association, Ronnie works through a rich variety of tunes and techniques, breaking each piece down to its essentials.

By Margaret Goldston. For Piano. Piano Trio (1 Piano, 6 Hands); Trio. Elementary level piece for the Piano Trio event with the National Federation of Music Clubs (NFMC) Festivals Bulletin 2008-2009-2010. Country. Elementary. Sheet. 8 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing

The Big Book of Bluegrass Songs by Various. Piano/Vocal/Guitar Songbook. Softcover. 224 pages. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.311484). ISBN 1423456130. 9x12 inches. The best collection ever of 70+ bluegrass standards! Includes: Alabama Jubilee • Arkansas Traveler • Bill Cheatham • Blue Moon of Kentucky • Blue Yodel No. 8 (Mule Skinner Blues) • Cripple Creek • Dark Holler • I Am a Man of Constant Sorrow • I Never Will Marry • I Saw the Light • I'll Fly Away • The Long Black Veil • Mule Skinner Blues • Orange Blossom Special • Rocky Top • Roll in My Sweet Baby's Arms • Sitting on Top of the World • Wabash Cannonball • Wayfaring Stranger • Wildwood Flower • Will the Circle Be Unbroken • The Wreck of the Old '97 • You Don't Know My Mind • and more.

Arranged by David Brody. For Banjo Tab, with chord symbols. Music Sales America. Traditional, Bluegrass. Softcover. Guitar tablature. 216 pages. Music Sales #OK64261. Published by Music Sales

The Banjo Encyclopedia Book/CD Set. (Bluegrass Banjo from A to Z). By Ross Nickerson. For Banjo (5-String). Reference. Encyclopedia. Bluegrass. Beginning-Intermediate. Book/CD Set. 228 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.99443BCD). ISBN 9780786670741. Bluegrass. 8.75x11.75 inches. The Banjo Encyclopedia is a comprehensive, in-depth banjo instructional tool that covers the many intricacies of bluegrass banjo playing, including numerous topics that may have been overlooked in banjo instruction to date. The Banjo Encyclopedia can take a student from the beginning, to intermediate, and right through to more advanced styles of banjo playing. Ross Nickerson uses his many years of experience helping hundreds of aspiring banjo pickers by offering the banjo student an opportunity to learn in a practical, straightforward manner. This wide-ranging banjo instructional book will focus on many techniques that will help every aspect of a banjo player's musicianship while simplifying many subjects in the learning process. The included 99-track CD recording will enable the student to learn easily by hearing author Ross Nickerson demonstrate each song, and perform many of the banjo licks and phrases included in the book slow, and up to tempo. The CD also includes an advanced song section with a full bluegrass band accompanying Ross along with additional intermediate songs for the student to learn. The Banjo Encyclopedia is undoubtedly one of the most complete five-string banjo books on the market today and a must for every banjo player's collection.

The American Fiddle Method, Volume 2 - Fiddle DVD. (Intermediate Fiddle Tunes and Techniques). By Brian Wicklund. For Fiddle. Methods. American Fiddle Method. Bluegrass & Country. Intermediate. DVD. Duration 118 minutes. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.99472DVD). Brian Wicklund is widely regarded as one of the top fiddle teachers in the country. He shares his knowledge in this DVD supplement to his critically acclaimed American Fiddle Method Volume 2. Brian continues and expands the skills introduced in Volume 1 and shares his pointers and shortcuts to help you learn to play the right stuff faster and better. Contents include: 27 intermediate/advanced tunes, rhythmic slur combinations; tricks for playing in tune; secrets of great tone; fluid bowing; backup and chops; playing in flatted keys; and powerful double stops.

The American Fiddle Method, Volume 2 - Fiddle Book/CD/DVD Set. (Intermediate Fiddle Tunes and Techniques). By Brian Wicklund. For Fiddle. Methods. American Fiddle Method. Bluegrass & Country. Intermediate. Book+CD+DVD. 64 pages. Duration 118 minutes. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.99472SET). ISBN 9780786678020. Bluegrass & Country. 8.75x11.75 inches. Designed as a follow-up to Volume 1, Volume 2 addresses such important skills as: 1) expanding a basic repertoire of common intermediate-level tunes, 2) learning to use low first position, 3) mastery of bowing down on the beat and corrective slurring, 4) artistic slurring, 5) understanding basic music theory, and 6) learning double-stop backup combinations. Some students who have studied violin or fiddle music before may be able to skip Volume 1 and start with Volume 2, assuming they are proficient at skills such as proper violin and bow placement and can play a small repertoire of fiddle tunes with good tone and intonation. The DVD supplement to his critically acclaimed American Fiddle Method Volume 2 continues and expands the skills introduced in Volume 1 and shares his pointers and shortcuts to help you learn to play the right stuff faster and better. Contents include: 27 intermediate/advanced tunes, rhythmic slur combinations; tricks for playing in tune; secrets of great tone; fluid bowing; backup and chops; playing in flatted keys; and powerful double stops.

(Intermediate Fiddle Tunes and Techniques). By Brian Wicklund. For Fiddle. Methods. American Fiddle Method. Bluegrass & Country. Intermediate. Book/CD Set. 64 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc

By Brian Wicklund and Faith Farr. For Viola. Methods. American Fiddle Method. Bluegrass & Country. Beginning-Intermediate. Book/CD Set. 72 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc

The American Fiddle Method, Volume 1 - Fiddle DVD. (Beginning Fiddle Tunes and Techniques). By Brian Wicklund. For Fiddle. Methods. American Fiddle Method. Bluegrass & Country. Beginning. DVD. Duration 114 minutes. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.99471DVD). Brian Wicklund is widely regarded as one of the top fiddle teachers in the country. He shares his knowledge in this DVD lesson for beginning fiddle players, which is a supplement to his critically acclaimed American Fiddle Method Volume 1. Brian guides you through the basic skills of learning the fiddle and shares his pointers and shortcuts to help you learn faster and more efficiently. In order to include as much material as possible, each tune is played once followed by a few tips. This DVD includes nearly 2 hours of material, which is roughly equivalent to four to eight months of private lessons. Contents include: 22 common fiddle tunes, bow and fiddle position, bowing technique, fingering technique, rhythmic bowing, slurring, tricks for playing in tune, secrets for good tone, double-string playing, and backup playing.

The American Fiddle Method, Volume 1 - Fiddle Book/CD/DVD Set. (Beginning Fiddle Tunes and Techniques). By Brian Wicklund. For Fiddle. Methods. American Fiddle Method. Bluegrass & Country. Beginning. Book+CD+DVD. 64 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.99471SET). ISBN 9780786668656. Bluegrass & Country. 8.75x11.75 inches. Destined to become a classic, this method provides the beginner with the elements needed to become a proficient fiddler. Based on many years of teaching experience, the author introduces the concepts and techniques that yields solid results. This method encourages creativity in the student by including variations to the tunes and illustrating how they can serve as a basis for improvisation. To assist in the development of ensemble skills, chords and lyrics, basic music theory, and demonstrations of such skills as backup and lead playing are included in this profusely- illustrated book. This book is beneficial for both fiddle students and classical Suzuki violin students. A CD for listening and play-along captures the excitement of the music and aids instruction. This set also includes the companion DVD, in which the author guides you through the basic skills of learning the fiddle and shares his pointers and shortcuts to help you learn faster and more efficiently.

(Beginning Fiddle Tunes and Techniques). By Brian Wicklund. For Fiddle. Methods. American Fiddle Method. Bluegrass & Country. Beginning. Book/CD Set. 64 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc

(The Fun Way to Learn Fiddling). By Brian Wicklund and Faith Farr. Edited by Brian Wicklund and Faith Farr. For cello. Methods. American Fiddle Method. Instructional, Method, Bluegrass and Play Along. Beginning-Intermediate. Instructional book and accompaniment CD. 72 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc

The American Fiddle Method Vol. 2 Piano Accompaniment by Brian Wicklund and Bob Walser. For Keyboard (Piano). Methods. American Fiddle Method. Bluegrass & Country. Beginning. Book. 72 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.99472PA). ISBN 9781840038774. Bluegrass & Country. 8.75x11.75 inches. Private studio teachers, school string programs and Suzuki teachers preparing for recitals will welcome these tasteful piano accompaniments for the violin, viola and cello editions of Volume 2 of Brian Wicklund's American Fiddle Method. Acknowledged as the most widely used fiddle method in the country, Wicklund became aware of the increasing demand for a parallel piano accompaniment series and engaged his friend Bob Walser to take on the task of writing it. Collaborating closely with Wicklund, Walser was encouraged to adhere to the chord progressions suggested in the original books, but given leeway to add interesting variations in rhythm and harmony. The result is a book of arrangements that welcomes pianists to the jamming circle. Piano playing teachers, parents and siblings can now join in the fun, and fiddle tunes can be featured in concerts and recitals with the support of an accompanist. In addition, principals of accompaniment learned by playing these arrangements can be applied to accompanying other tunes, the voice or other instruments. The American Fiddle Method itself provides the beginner with the elements needed to become a proficient fiddler. Based on many years of teaching experience, the author introduces concepts and techniques that yield solid results. This method encourages creativity in the student by including variations of the tunes to illustrate how they can serve as a basis for improvisation.

The American Fiddle Method Vol. 1 Piano Accompaniment by Brian Wicklund and Bob Walser. For Keyboard (Piano). Methods. American Fiddle Method. Bluegrass & Country. Beginning. Book. 56 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.99471PA). ISBN 9780786665549. Bluegrass & Country. 8.75x11.75 inches. Private studio teachers, school string programs and Suzuki teachers preparing for recitals will welcome these tasteful piano accompaniments for the violin, viola and cello editions of Volume 1 of Brian Wicklund's American Fiddle Method. Acknowledged as the most widely used fiddle method in the country, Wicklund became aware of the increasing demand for a parallel piano accompaniment series and engaged his friend Bob Walser to take on the task of writing it. Collaborating closely with Wicklund, Walser was encouraged to adhere to the chord progressions suggested in the original books, but given leeway to add interesting variations in rhythm and harmony. The result is a book of arrangements that welcomes pianists to the jamming circle. Piano playing teachers, parents and siblings can now join in the fun, and fiddle tunes can be featured in concerts and recitals with the support of an accompanist. In addition, principals of accompaniment learned by playing these arrangements can be applied to accompanying other tunes, the voice or other instruments. The American Fiddle Method itself provides the beginner with the elements needed to become a proficient fiddler. Based on many years of teaching experience, the author introduces concepts and techniques that yield solid results. This method encourages creativity in the student by including variations of the tunes to illustrate how they can serve as a basis for improvisation.

For mandolin. Music Sales America. Bluegrass and Learn To Play. Instructional book and examples CD. Mandolin tablature, chord names, instructional text, instructional photos, chord chart and introductory text. 64 pages. Music Sales #OK64994. Published by Music Sales

Teach yourself authentic bluegrass mandolin with this book and CD pack. The book contains clear instructions on the basics: right- and left-hand techniques, solos, backup, personal advice on performance, and much more, as well as a complete selection of the best bluegrass songs to learn from. The CD contains audio versions of the examples contained in the book and backing tracks for several songs.Written by Andy Statman, an acclaimed mandolin (and clarinet) player who leads his own ensemble in Brooklyn, New York.

For guitar. Music Sales America. Bluegrass and Learn To Play. Instructional book and examples CD. Guitar tablature, chord names, guitar chord chart, instructional text and guitar notation legend. 64 pages. Music Sales #OK64990. Published by Music Sales

Teach yourself authentic bluegrass guitar with this book and CD pack. The book contains clear instructions on the basics: right- and left-hand techniques, solos, backup, personal advice on performance, and much more, as well as a complete selection of the best bluegrass songs to learn from. The CD contains audio versions of the examples contained in the book and backing tracks for several songs.Written by Russ Barenberg, an acclaimed Nashville session player, whose playing has been featured on dozens of top country and bluegrass albums over the years.

For fiddle. Music Sales America. Bluegrass and Learn To Play. Instructional book and examples CD. Standard notation, chord names, instructional text, instructional photos and introductory text. 60 pages. Music Sales #OK64989. Published by Music Sales

Teach yourself authentic bluegrass fiddle with this book and CD pack. The book contains clear instructions on the basics: bowing and left-hand techniques, solos, backup, personal advice on performance, and much more, as well as a complete selection of the best bluegrass songs to learn from. The CD contains audio versions of the examples contained in the book and backing tracks for several songs.Written by Matt Glaser, chairman of the String Department at the Berklee College of Music in Boston since 1980.

Teach Yourself Bluegrass Banjo. For banjo. Music Sales America. Bluegrass and Learn To Play. Instructional book and examples CD. Banjo tablature, chord names, banjo chord diagrams, instructional text, instructional photos and introductory text. 64 pages. Oak Publications #OK64988. Published by Oak Publications (HL.14032981). ISBN 0825603234. With banjo tablature, chord names, banjo chord diagrams, instructional text, instructional photos and introductory text. Bluegrass and Learn To Play. 9x12 inches. Teach yourself authentic bluegrass, with clear instructions from a professional. Covers the basics, bowing and left-handed techniques an dsolo backup. A section also includes personal advice on performance. Plus a complete section of the best bluegrass songs and tunes to learn from.

Teach yourself authentic bluegrass banjo with this book and CD pack. The book contains clear instructions on the basics: right- and left-hand techniques, solos, backup, personal advice on performance, and much more, as well as a complete selection of the best bluegrass songs to learn from. The CD contains audio versions of the examples contained in the book and backing tracks for several songs.Written by Tony Trischka, one of the world's most innovative banjo players, who, throughout his twenty-five year career, has defied limitations while exploring a wide variety of genres.