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Wade Ward - Clawhammer Banjo Master is a collection of clawhammer banjo tablature as played by Wade Ward, with modern interpretations by Bob Carlin and Dan Levenson. This book is the second in a series of transcriptions of tunes from the old masters--in this case, Wade Ward--who gave definition to our style of old time clawhammer banjo playing. The repertoire, presented in tablature, is intended to be a starting point for your journey through the old time music world. As such, each piece is presented in multiple arrangements, both on the page and on the accompanying audio CD. The recordings are for the most part played at a learning tempo and are close to the written notation, but not exact in all cases.

Covering all the basics of bluegrass banjo, including melodic and 'Scruggs-style' playing. Studies of more than 20 bluegrass standards appear in the book and are featured on the accompanying CD.

For mandolin. Mandolin Method or Supplement; Method/Instruction. The Ultimate Beginner Series. Instructional and Bluegrass. Beginner. Instructional book and accompaniment CD. 88 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing

By Dennis Caplinger. For Other Fretted. Mandolin DVD; Method/Instruction; Play-Along. The Ultimate Beginner Series. Beginner. DVD. Published by Alfred Music Publishing

By Dennis Caplinger. For Other Fretted. Banjo DVD; Method/Instruction; Play-Along. The Ultimate Beginner Series. Beginner. DVD. Published by Alfred Music Publishing

By Dennis Caplinger. For Other Fretted. Banjo Method or Supplement; Method/Instruction. The Ultimate Beginner Series. Beginner. Book & CD. 72 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing

Ukulele Jamboree!. (25 Sing-Along Songs to Cheer You Up!). By Ian Whitcomb. For Ukulele (Soprano). Solos. Bill's Music Shelf. Bluegrass. Intermediate. Book + Online Audio. 52 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.22138). ISBN 9780786662418. Bluegrass. 8.5" x 11" inches. This little songbook is a celebration of the spirit for use by ukulele entertainers and everybody else who wants to feel better in these often sad times of ours. There are no hymns or songs of praise as in a church, but the function is pretty much the same: the use of song to raise you out of yourself and onto another plateau where all is merry and bright. An alternative medicine to pills and the like. I want you to use these songs like friendly weapons. Wield them gaily at gatherings-parties, concerts, restaurants, business meetings, railway stations, airports, political demonstrations. You'll spread happiness, contentment and peace wherever you sing them. If we only had an army of ukesters singing these numbers we could march into any troubles part of the globe and within moments every belligerent would lay down their arms and surrender. Soon all would be joining in the fun. Pull out your ukuleles and follow the dancing print.

Tony Trischka teaches twenty traditional Banjo solos that demonstrate new ideas, licks and techniques. Acquire the basic skills necessary to play in the styles of Earl Scruggs and Don Reno.

The World's Hottest Fiddlers by Drew Beisswenger. For Fiddle. Transcribed Solos. Country. Intermediate. Book. 56 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.20281). ISBN 9780786671410. Country. 8.5x11 inches. All the fiddle tunes on the CD The World's Hottest Fiddlers (C.M.H. Productions 8651; 2002), except one, are transcribed in detail for this book. These fifteen cuts, which include seventeen tunes, incorporate old-time standards such as "Sally Ann" as played by Kenny Baker, bluegrass standards such as "Orange Blossom Special" as played by Steve Thomas, Texas swing tunes such as "Beaumont Rag" as played by Johnny Gimble, and song tunes such as "Blue Moon of Kentucky" as played by Benny Martin. Other highlights include the complete twin fiddling parts for Benny Martin and Buddy Spicher's "Down Yonder," and the twin fiddle parts for Johnny Gimble's "Black and White Rag." Eleven other tunes are featured by fiddlers Barbara Lamb, Mike Hartgrove, Glen Duncan, Sonny Mead, Ramona Jones, Paul Warren, and Fiddlin' Red Herron.

The Ultimate Mandolin Songbook contains multiple versions varying in difficulty of 26 of the most popular songs from bluegrass, jazz, ragtime, rock, pop, gospel, swing and other genres, in both standard notation and mandolin tab. The songs are arranged by Janet Davis to appeal to players of all levels, and the two included CDs feature her performing demos for listening and playing along. Arrangements in the book feature alternate licks, endings, segues and turnarounds for improvising. Picking styles include: tremolo, Monroe style, fiddle style, double stops, crosspicking, triplet style, jazz style and more. The songs are in various tunings and keys, and the lyrics and history are included for each.

The Fiddle Club Collection 2 by Dean Marshall & John Crozman. For Fiddle. Solos. Swath Publishing. Bluegrass & Country. Beginning-Intermediate. Book. 64 pages. Published by Swath Publishing (MB.99734). ISBN 9780786660384. Bluegrass & Country. 9x12 inches. The Fiddle Series provides a valuable resource of fiddle tunes for anyone interested in this style of music. The authors, music instructors, include various makings (bar numbers, fingerings, and bowings) which are helpful in teaching, especially in group situations. Several of the tunes in this collection includes parts for two violins.

For Fiddle. Solos. Swath Publishing. Bluegrass & Country. Beginning. Compact Disc. Duration 91 minutes. Published by Swath Publishing

By Dean Marshall & John Crozman. For Fiddle. Solos. Swath Publishing. Bluegrass & Country. Beginning. Book. 60 pages. Published by Swath Publishing

The Craig Duncan Master Fiddle Solo Collection by Craig Duncan. Edited by Craig Duncan. For fiddle. Solos. Intermediate-Advanced level. Bluegrass and Country. Intermediate-Advanced. Book. 152 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.96995). ISBN 9780786633876. Bluegrass and Country. 8.75x11.75 inches. Presents 144 of the most frequently played tunes in old time fiddle contests as well as the most popular bluegrass, square dance and country tunes heard throughout the United States. The performance length arrangements of contest tunes include standard as well as challenging variations on hoe-downs, rags, polkas, show pieces, and waltzes complete with suggested accompaniment chords. This encyclopedia of fiddle tunes and variations spotlights American popular fiddle music as played by the great fiddlers of our time.

Tony Trischka's Complete 5-String Banjo Player sets the standard for DVD bluegrass banjo instruction. Renowned recording artist and banjo teacher, Tony Trischka, covers everything from holding the banjo correctly to melodic banjo style and standard bluegrass repertoire. This definitive guide to learning authentic bluegrass banjo includes techniques, songs, music examples, and more! Includes bonus selected concert footage from Tony Trischka's World Turning: History Of The Banjo show in which he gives an insight into the origins of the banjo and performs with a five-piece band.

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 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 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.

Texas Style Fiddlin' Workshop Book/CD Set by Jeanine R. Orme. For Fiddle. Technic. Country. Intermediate. Book/CD Set. 80 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.20315BCD). ISBN 9780786677450. Country. 8.75x11.75 inches. This book was written to be used as a learning tool and a reference for intermediate level fiddle players who have reading ability. It presents tunes with bowing and fingering specific to this style, and progresses in difficulty with each tune. This book provides information about bowing styles and playing in fiddle contests. Many of the tunes are transcribed from the playing of Herman Johnson, a five time National Fiddle Champion, as well as other great fiddlers. Using the CD that is included with this book will be helpful for understanding the bowings and the style of the tunes. The tunes are played by Jeanine Orme at a moderate tempo. --Learning tool and a reference for intermediate level fiddle players --Presents tunes with bowing and fingering specific to Texas-style fiddling --Book progresses in difficulty with each tune --Tunes appropriate for fiddle contests --Many tunes in the style of Herman Johnson and other great fiddlers.

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 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