By Steve Kaufman. Instructional/Guitar/DVD. Bluegrass. DVD. Homespun #DVDKAUFL29 9. Published by Homespun

Instantly downloadable sheet music by Kirby Shaw for orchestra of MEDIUM skill level.

Masters of the 5-String Banjo by Tony Trischka & Pete Wernick. For Banjo (5-String). Transcribed Solos. Acutab. Bluegrass. Intermediate. Book. 414 pages. Published by Acutab Publications (MB.M5SB). ISBN 9780786659395. Bluegrass. 8.5" x 11" inches. Here is the most comprehensive banjo book ever written. Tony Trischka and Pete Wernick spent four years researching, organizing and fine tuning this project with staggering results: over 400 pages of interviews, tunes, photos and analysis, covering every conceivable aspect of the three-finger style. Players at every level will benefit immeasurably from the information gathered here. Though not an instruction book, per se, these pages contain a wealth of information and music. This book focuses on eighteen banjoists who have made significant contributions to their field, including the legendary Earl Scruggs. Each chapter contains a short biography, a lengthy interview, illustrative photos (detailing hand position, pick placement and banjo of choice), and a selection of their best-known tunes in tablature (with accompanying analyses).

Nine To Five by Dolly Parton. Arranged by Johny Ocean. For Brass Band. Also on the Bernaerts CD: Pop & Moviestars in Brass. Pop music. Medium. Score and set of parts. Duration 3:11. Published by Bernaerts Music (B1.070545-BRB).

I Saw the Light by Hank Williams. Arranged by Camp Kirkland. IPAKO. PraiseSong Choral. Sacred. Published by PraiseSong (HL.8749418). Available separately: SATB, ChoirTrax CD. Score and Parts for Full Orchestra available digitally (212/2321/2/11/8442). Duration: ca. 3:05.

This package contains six one-hour CDs and a printed music/tab book. Steve Kaufman is a champion flatpicker and, using popular, favourite bluegrass solos, he breaks them down so you can really hold your own in a hot jam session! This unique 6 CD course has been produced for all levels of players: Steve Kaufman teaches the melody to familiarize the beginning guitarists with the tune in its most basic form; then he gets the intermediate player started on a series of great licks and runs. The advances technique will spice up the tune so it becomes a real showpiece!

Ron Block: A Fresh Look At Bluegrass Banjo DVD by Ron Block. For Banjo 5 String. Methods. Acutab. Instructional video. Bluegrass. Beginning-Intermediate. DVD. Duration 225 minutes. Published by Acutab Publications (MB.DRB1). There aren't many banjos players more widely heard, or who have performed before more people, than Ron Block. Working with Alison Krauss & Union Station since 1991, Ron's distinctive banjo sound has become nearly as much a part of the group sound as Alison's voice. Ron has taught in a limited number of workshops, but this is his first instructional DVD of any kind, offering a detailed look at his unique approach to the banjo. This 2 DVD release from AcuTab begins with Ron explaining how he learned, and what resources have been useful to him, plus how he looks at both left and right hand patterns. AcuTab's John Lawless leads him through a discussion of several topics, including tone production, Ron's use of bends and chokes, how he arranges solos, and improvisation. Ron goes into great detail about his practice routine, showing examples of exercises and drills he uses to stay in shape. He discusses how to use a metronome in your practice, with several examples. He also describes a number of guitar techniques and concepts which have informed his banjo playing, such as working within "boxes," or blocks of frets, and learning to visualize and play scales and patterns both vertically and horizontally. The meat of the DVD is in the songs Ron teaches, which are played in a number of keys and tunings. You'll learn Cluck Old Hen, Tiny Broken Heart, Man Of Constant Sorrow, I'll Remember You Love In My Prayers, Everytime You Say Goodbye, Bright Sunny South, My Poor Old Heart and Smashville. Each song is played with a band before Ron breaks it down lick by lick, and is then shown (medium and slow) in a split screen orientation. Three screen orientations are available for the split screen sections, based on whether the left or right hand is of greater interest - or seeing them both at equal size. Two audio mixes are available for the band sections: normal, and banjo-heavy. 3 hours and 45 minutes on 2 DVDs, with tab booklet.

Jim Van Cleve - Become a More Complete Fiddler by Jim Van Cleve. For Fiddle. Methods. Acutab. Bluegrass. Beginning. DVD. Duration 240 minutes. Published by Acutab Publications (MB.DJVC1). Unlock the secrets of improvising in traditional American fiddle styles with this Grammy-nominated stage and studio master. In only ten years as a professional musician, Jim Van Cleve has made quite a name for himself in bluegrass and acoustic music. He's spent time with Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, saw his debut solo CD nominated for a Grammy and toured all over the world with Mountain Heart. He's become a sought-after Nashville session player and one of the most admired fiddlers in bluegrass. Jim covers many things on these 2 DVDs, but they really break into three sections. After some discussion about early learning experiences, AcuTab's John Lawless leads Jim through a discussion on improvising and building solos on a number of popular bluegrass standards. Two songs, Banks of The Ohio and Pretty Polly, are each played and demonstrated in 3 different keys. Before demonstrating the tunes, Jim breaks down the scale and common positions for each key in turn. He shows where to find the melody, and where adjacent double stops are located, as well as licks and phrases that suit each song. Attention is given to both playing a melody-based solo and what a fiddle can do to assist the band sound in accompaniment. He also carefully teaches four songs he has recorded - three of his own (Nature of the Beast, Devil's Courthouse and #6 Barn Dance) plus Bill Monroe's classic Wheel Hoss. After being slowly demonstrated lick-by-lick, they are each shown (fast and slow) in a split screen orientation. A printed booklet with standard notation for each of these songs is included. Two screen orientations are available for the split screen sections, based on whether the left or right hand is of greater interest. Simply switch between them using the Angle key. Over 4 hours of instruction on 2 DVDs.

She'd Be California by Tim Nichols, Jason Sellers, and Paul Jenkins [Rascal Flatts]. Arranged by Nick Baratta. Marching Band. Marching Band. Mega Sounds for Marching Band. Country; Rock. Grade 3. Conductor Score & Parts. 110 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing (AP.33798). This country-rock hit from Rascal Flatts is given that hip Nick Baratta treatment with interesting harmonic colors and innovative instrumental textures. Check it out!

Sierra Hull - Secrets Songs & Tunes by Sierra Hull and John Lawless. For Mandolin. Solos. Acutab. Bluegrass. Beginning-Intermediate. DVD. Duration 240 minutes. Published by Acutab Publications (MB.DSH1). Sierra Hull started her first year of college in 2009, and is already one of the most celebrated mandolinists in and around bluegrass music. While still in high school she released her debut CD, Secrets, on Rounder Records. On this 2-DVD set Sierra teaches the mandolin solos she plays on Secrets, plus a number of instrumentals she recorded as a pre teen. The material taught in this 2-DVD set will be within the reach of any intermediate to advanced mandolin player/student, and most new players will profit from working through these songs as well. Each is demonstrated in great detail at a slow speed, making it easy to understand. To get things started, AcuTab's John Lawless leads Sierra through a discussion about how she came to be a stunning virtuoso at such a young age, including her early influences and inspirations. The bulk of the video, however, is all music with 10 complete songs and tunes demonstrated, taken from her critically-acclaimed debut album Secrets, from Rounder Records (CDROUN0601). Sierra teaches these songs carefully and in great detail. She and John discuss each solo before it is demonstrated by an all-star band, and then she breaks it down, piece-by-piece. Even though a few of the solos are fairly difficult, the way she teaches puts them within the reach of most pickers. She goes slowly, breaking each solo into easily-digestible bits, stringing them all together in a format accessible to beginning and intermediate students.

(C Instruments). By Various. For all C instruments. Hal Leonard Fake Books. Country. Difficulty: easy-medium. Fakebook (spiral bound). Vocal melody, piano accompaniment, lyrics, chord names and guitar chord diagrams. 568 pages. Published by Hal Leonard

By John McClellan and Deyan Bratic. For Guitar (Fingerpicking). Transcribed Solos. Country. Advanced. Book. 384 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc

Drum Set Technique - History of the U.S. Beat - DVD. (2-Disc DVD Set). By Steve Smith. Instructional/Drum/DVD. Jazz, country, blues, rock. DVD. Published by Hudson Music (HL.320343). ISBN 063405158X. jazz, country, blues, rock. 5.25x7.5 inches. Voted Best Drum DVD 2003 by Modern Drummer Magazine!With over four and a half hours of footage, this 2-DVD set is a virtual encyclopedia of drumset techniques, styles and concepts!Drumset Technique (Disc One) – Steve explains hand and foot technique in unprecedented detail and gets to the core of what drummers need to know in order to improve their feel and technical skills. Segments include: hand technique • foot technique • the art of practice, exercises, licks and phrases • independence/interdependence • implied metric modulations • plus four extended solo drum pieces.History of the U.S. Beat (Disc Two) – With the help of an all-star band, Steve explains the evolution of the drumset in U.S. Music – how the drumset was first used in all the major styles and how closely related all the styles are. Segments include: early New Orleans jazz • big band • bebop • rhythm and blues • country • blues • gospel • rock • funk • and jazz/rock. In addition, Steve's group Vital Information plays seven complete tunes that feature applications of the techniques and complex rhythms explained in Disc One.Special Features: Extensive bonus footage including alternate-take drum solos, a brilliant hi-hat solo and hi-hat tutorial, alternate band performances, a camera-switching option, optional running commentary by Steve, a listening list, a reading list, and more! Total Running Time (for both discs): 4 hours, 38 minutes.

(2-DVD Set). By Norman Blake. Instructional/Guitar/DVD. Bluegrass. DVD. Homespun #DVDBLAGT23. Published by Homespun

(A Three Volume DVD Collection). By Stefan Grossman. For Guitar (Fingerpicking). Concert/Documentary. Grossman-Guitar Workshop. Country. DVD. Duration 196 minutes. Published by Grossman's Guitar Workshop

Steve Kauffman is internationally recognised as one of the greatest Bluegrass and country guitarists in the world. In this wonderful method from Homespun he applies his experience and knowledge of the instrument and channels it into his teaching. Bluegrass Guitar Solos That Every Parking Lot Picker Should Know 2 contains 6 full CDs of backing and demonstration tracks at different difficulty levels and includes a wonderful repertoire of solos to play. This is a fabulous method to learn to pick lead solos, with 20 songs in standard notation and tablature, full lyrics and chords.

Steve Kauffman is internationally recognised as one of the greatest Bluegrass and country guitarists in the world. In this wonderful method from Homespun he applies his experience and knowledge of the instrument and channels it into his teaching. Bluegrass Guitar Solos That Every Parking Lot Picker Should Know contains 6 full CDs of backing and demonstration tracks at different difficulty levels and includes a wonderful repertoire of solos to play. This is a fabulous method to learn to pick lead solos, with 20 songs in standard notation and tablature, full lyrics and chords.

Learn how to pick Dobro licks and instrumentals in no time! Find out about bar technique, right-hand rolls, tunings, special effects, bluegrass/country licks, songs and instrumentals.

Here is the whole gamut of the fabulous Tony Rice guitar style, from bluegrass basics to his own new acoustic compositions. Tony teaches and demonstrates licks, runs, tunes, advanced rhythm parts and the complex, improvisational solos that have made him the premier flatpick guitarist in the world. He also covers songs such as Red-Haired Boy, Little Sadie, Your Love Is like a Flower, Blue Railroad Train, Ginseng Sullivan, Wild Horse, Jerusalem Ridge and many, many more.

Hey Good Lookin' by Hank Williams. Arranged by Dave Wolpe. Jazz Ensemble. Jazz Ensemble. Jazz Band Series. Grade 3. Conductor Score & Parts. 114 pages. Duration 2:31. Published by Alfred Music Publishing (AP.JE9921). This is a really nice up-tempo shuffle arrangement of the standard Hank Williams hit. Full of great ensemble writing and that wonderful Dave Wolpe sound, it's recommended for bands that really want to work on some big band swing (and swing is the thing this year). You can't go wrong with this chart! Medium Easy (2:31).

All My Rowdy Friends Are Coming Over Tonight (The ABC Monday Night Football Opening Theme) by Hank Williams, Jr.. Arranged by Nick Baratta. Marching Band. Marching Band. Mega Sounds for Marching Band. Grade 2.5. Conductor Score & Parts. Duration 1:29. Published by Alfred Music Publishing (AP.MB9520). Everyone knows Hank Williams, Jr., and each fall his rendition of this song starts the 'MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL' TV show. This rendition will make a outstanding 'header' for any game -- play it and everyone thinks GREAT FOOTBALL! (1:29).

On the Rebound ((optional piano feature)). By Floyd Cramer. Arranged by Larry Moore. Score & Parts. Pop Specials for Strings. Grade 3-4. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.4626365). This old country favorite is nothing but fun with its twangy tune, “wipe-out” style drum break, and foot-stompin', knee-slappin' fiddle playing. You can choose to feature a “Floyd” piano player or play it with just orchestra. An optional easier fiddle feature is also included. An audience-pleaser-plus! Dur: 2:20.

Blue Grass Ball by Bruce Chase. Orchestra. For string orchestra. Grade 3. Score and parts. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company (KJ.GSO2C).

Here Comes Santa Claus (Right Down Santa Claus Lane) by Gene Autry and Oakley Haldeman. Arranged by John Berry. For Jazz Ensemble (Score & Parts). Young Jazz (Jazz Ensemble). Grade 3. Score and parts. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.7011670). Featuring a Basie-like style and a medium swing tempo, here is a great choice for your next holiday concert. Solos are included for trumpet and alto.