The Caledonian Companion by Alastair J. Hardie. For Fiddle. Solos. Hardie Music Press. Scottish. Multiple Levels. Book. 144 pages. Published by Hardie Press (MB.HP02). ISBN 9780946868087. Scottish. 9" x 12" inches. An internationally acclaimed collection of Scottish fiddle music and a guide to its performance by renowned Scottish fiddler Alastair J. Hardie. Contains an in-depth literary and pictorial survey of Scottish fiddling and 112 melodies with historical notes and substantial accompanying tutorial explanations such as bowing, fingering, phrasing, ornamentation, etc. Many of the authentic Scottish tunes is this book are not available in any other collection. The tunes at the beginning of the book assume a command of basic skills in playing and reading. Bowing, fingering and ornamentation peculiar to this music are then progressively introduced, equipping the player eventually with the technical know-how for tackling anything from Tullochgoram to the President. All the common major and minor keys are dealt with in turn and a system of fingering charts has been included to introduce them. Suggested bowings are included with the admonition that players with enough experience should decide on their own interpretation. The Caledonian Companion will appeal to the solo fiddler, the folk enthusiast, the devotee of traditional Scottish music and the classical violinist wanting to broaden his or her horizonsIntroduction and 112 melodies with historical notes and substantial accompanying tutorial explanations - bowing, fingering, phrasing, ornamentation etc., essential to the idiomatic performance of the style. Includes 'The President' by J Scott Skinner, ABRSM Violin Grade 8 List C alternative piece 2005-2008.

Irish Session Tunes - The Green Book (100 Irish Dance Tunes and Airs). Edited by Geraldine Cotter. For Flute, Tin Whistle, or Bagpipe. Music Sales America. Irish, Folk, Celtic. Book only. 64 pages. Ossian Publications #OMB141. Published by Ossian Publications (HL.14016244). ISBN 1900428563. Irish, Folk, Celtic. 8.25x12 inches. This series contains over 100 Irish dance tunes and airs in each volume. The collections contain a varied selection of widely played and lesser-known tunes, divided into different dance rhythms, and then sorted into sets of similar tunes to be played at Irish sessions. The range of the tunes are particularly suitable for the fiddle, but can be used on other instruments.The “green book” includes jigs, reels, hornpipes, set dances, slow airs and more, in simple form for musicians of all levels. Ideal for the pennywhistle, tinwhistle, flute or pipes. Songs include: Dan the Cobbler • Open the Door • Miss Monaghan • Dunphy's • The Orange Rogue • Anach Cuain • and many more.

Learn to Play the English Penny Whistle Book/CD/Instrument. For Tin Whistle. Methods. Walton. British Isles. Beginning. Book/CD/Instrument. 48 pages. Published by Walton's Manufacturing Ltd (MB.WM1531). ISBN 5390731015318. British Isles. 7.67x12 inches. The tinwhistle or penny whistle is probably the easiest musical instrument to play in the world. Its sweet melodious tone will give many hours of pleasure with minimum effort. This pack has been designed with the complete beginner in mind. It is suitable for all ages from 8 years up. The whistle in this package is made from brass with a plastic mouthpiece and comes in the key of D. The finger spacing has been designed to suit all ages (8 and up). It is playable with a minimum of breath. The 48-page instructional booklet gives clear instructions on how to play the penny whistle, and does not require you to read music. Each tune is fully diagrammed to allow the complete beginner to play immediately. There are 26 great English and International tunes presented in order of difficulty, with instructions in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, and Japanese. The demonstration CD contains all the tunes in the book, and is a great aid to learning.

By Alex Usher. For Autoharp/Chromaharp. Solos. Scottish. Intermediate-Advanced. Book/CD Set. 40 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc

Handy with the Stick (Irish Fiddlers in Words and Music). By Brendan Taafe. Edited by Mary Larsen. For Fiddle. Solos. Celtic/Irish. Intermediate. Book. 60 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.21805). ISBN 9780786680672. Celtic/Irish. 8.75" x 11.75" inches. A collection of interviews of the top fiddlers in the Irish tradition, Handy with the Stick brings together previously published magazine pieces with new work to present a broad view of Irish fiddling. Interviewees include Tommy Peoples, Siobhan Peoples, Paddy Glackin, Matt Cranitch, John Carty, Brendan McGlinchey, Caoimhin O Raghallaigh and Sarah Blair. Historical pieces include Junior Crehan, Patrick Kelly and Sean Ryan. By looking at players from multiple eras and regional styles, Handy with the Stick deepens our understanding of the people involved in Irish traditional music. Each chapter is accompanied by transcriptions of representative fiddle tunes, some of which are previously unpublished originals. --A collection of interviews of the top fiddlers in the Irish tradition --Includes contemporary and historical figures. --Includes fiddlers from the different regional styles of Irish fiddling. --Includes transcriptions of representative fiddle tunes.

Brenda Stubbert's - The Second Collection edited by Paul Stewart Cranford. Arranged by Melissa Emmons. For Fiddle. Solos. Cranford Publications. Canadian-Maritime. Intermediate. Book. 80 pages. Published by Cranford Publication (MB.BS2B). ISBN 9780978245603. Canadian-Maritime. 9x11.75 inches. Brenda Stubbert - The Second Collection is the sixth book in Cranford Publication!s Cape Breton Musical Heritage Series. This new book contains 161 tunes. Sixty of these melodies are new Stubbert compositions. The balance of the repertoire is a mix of new and old music, melodies carefully selected to complement both the series and Brenda's recordings and to avoid duplication with other readily available sources. Brenda is also a fine piano player. This collection includes her chord choices along with some bass runs intended for the piano.

Cafe Accordion by Dan Newton. Edited by Gary Dahl. For accordion solo. Transcribed Solos. Folk and World. Intermediate. Accordian solo songbook and performance CD. Standard notation. 48 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.97112BCD). ISBN 9780786634316. With standard notation. Folk and World. 8.75x11.75 inches. Original and traditional tunes in the continental style for accordion, transcribed from the included CD of Dan Newton's recordings. Songs include Say I Do, Eiffel Tower, Spanish Jenny and more. The song Che Lia Lia is featured only on the CD.

Whistle and Sing! - Book Two (Songs, Airs and Dance Music of Ireland). Arranged by Eamonn Jordan. For Pennywhistle, Melody Line & Lyrics. Music Sales America. Irish, Traditional, Folk, Celtic. Softcover. 111 pages. Ossian Publications #OMB111. Published by Ossian Publications (HL.14035931). ISBN 1900428059. Irish, Traditional, Folk, Celtic. 6.25x8.5 inches. A fabulous collection of songs, airs and dance music of Ireland. This volume draws from sources such as country waltzes and mazurkas, whilst remaining true to the essence of Irish music. Each piece is set with melody line and where appropriate, complete lyrics for easy/intermediate musicians. 111 tunes in all, with performance and background notes as well as detailed sections about the use of traditional instruments like the tin whistle, fiddle, mandolin, tenor banjo, concertina, accordion and Uilleann pipes. Eamonn Jordan's refreshing, sometimes wry, approach compliments the style of the music he introduces and adds to the enjoyment of the pieces.

Motu perpetuo by Joaquin Rodrigo (1901-1999). For accordion. Keyboard/Piano. Published by Editorial de Musica Boileau (BO.RO0079).

Celtic Autoharp Book/CD Set. (35 Celtic tunes arranged for all standard Autoharps using notation and tablature). By Karen Mueller. For Autoharp/Chromaharp. Solos. Celtic/Irish. Multiple Levels. Book/CD Set. 56 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.95529BCD). ISBN 9780786608539. Celtic/Irish. 8.5x11 inches. This collection of 35 Celtic tunes represents ten different performance styles from Ireland, Scotland, Wales and Brittany. The majority of these pieces are dance tunes such as the jigs and reels popular at Irish sessions, the informal gatherings of musicians in pubs, community halls, and homes. Although relatively new to the session ensemble, the autoharp bears a distinct resemblance to the Irish folk harp. Fittingly, this collection includes harp tunes by famed Irish harpist Turlough O'Carolan as well as other slow airs. All of the pieces in this book have been arranged to be played on any standard 15 or 21-bar chromatic autoharp in either melodic or rhythmic (backup) style. A melody line with suggested chord accompaniment is included so other instrumentalists can easily join in. The book's companion CD includes performances of all 35 selections, ably illustrating the rhythmic and stylistic nuances of this engaging music. In notation and tablature.

Ogres de Barback by Ogres de Barback. By Ogres de Barback. For Voice (lyrics and harmony vocals), piano, guitar, flute, contrabass, violin, cello, trumpet en sib, tuba, accordion, trombone.. Varietes. French Pop. Songbook. Published by ID Music (ID.SB2151). Ce livre a ete entierement ecrit par les Ogres de Barback. Relie par spirales il contient une biographie de groupe, de nombreuses illustrations et affiches. Voici un extrait de la biographie : `Les Ogres de Barback sont les quatre premiers enfants d'une maman melomane et d'un papa musicien qui aimait a accrocher des instruments au mur de leur maison, au sein de laquelle resonnaient les notes de Brassens, Perret, Brel ou Ferre. Ces instruments, les enfants apprirent a les apprivoiser. Chacun a leur maniere. Alice et Mathilde, jumelles studieuses et appliquees, integrerent le Conservatoire, de violoncelle pour l'une et de piano pour l'autre, tandis que leurs aines Sam et Fred, guitare ou violon et accordeon maladroits en main prefererent l'ecole de la rue et des copains du lycee.` ; La generosite de la famille Burguiere se retrouve dans ce tres beau livre ils esperent `qu'il vous aidra (musiciens debutants ou confirmes) a vous faire plaisir, en jouant nos morceaux. A vos instruments et amusez-vous bien!!!

Celtic Songs and Slow Airs for the Mountain Dulcimer Book/CD Set by Neal Hellman. For Dulcimer (Mountain). Solos. Celtic/Irish. Beginning-Intermediate. Book/CD Set. 104 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.99700BCD). ISBN 9780786668922. Celtic/Irish. 9x11.75 inches. In folk tradition, stories of love lost, betrayal, jealousy, conflict, emigration, and the supernatural are often immortalized in songs of many traditions, demonstrating that singing has been a universal vehicle for the human condition. The criteria for this wonderful collection of prose and melodies is from Celtic traditions that have been with us for hundreds of years. These compositions have been arranged so that each will work both as an air and as a song. All of the selections in the book appear on the companion CD.

Irish Mandolin Playing Book/CD Set. (A Complete Guide). By Philip John Berthoud. For Mandolin. Methods. Celtic/Irish. Beginning-Intermediate. Book/CD Set. 128 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.99777BCD). ISBN 9780786670727. Celtic/Irish. 8.75x11.75 inches. This is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in Irish mandolin playing. As well as being a complete guide for the absolute beginner, this book also contains a mine of information, useful tips and ideas for the experienced player. The book takes the reader from the basics of the mandolin right through to more advanced topics such as creating variations, emphasis, improvisation, playing with other musicians, practicing effectively and much more. All the tunes and key exercises in the book are included on the accompanying 63 track CD. There is no need to read conventional music notation as all the music is written in easy-to-read mandolin tablature. However, for those interested in learning about music notation there is a handy section on this subject tailored specifically to the mandolinist as well as a chapter on modes.

L'Accordeoniste by Edith Piaf. For piano, voice, and guitar (chords only). French; Standards. 5 pages. Published by Hal Leonard - Digital Sheet Music (HX.33168). About Digital Print Sheet Music Digital Print is printable sheet music available anytime, anywhere. Just purchase, print and play! View your online sheet music at home, school, work or anywhere you have a computer connected to the Internet. With Digital Print, you can print your digital sheet music immediately after purchase, or wait until its convenient. And our software installation is easy - we'll guide you through the simple steps to make sure you have Adobe Flash Player, Adobe AIR and the Sheet Music Plus AIR application. Learn more

By Various. Arranged by Gary Meisner. Accordion. 48 pages. Published by Hal Leonard

La Follia (Level 4, obtained in a lighter version). By Arcangelo Corelli (1653-1713). Edited by Detlef Tewes. For Mandolin Orchestra (Contrabass). Score. Published by Edition 49 (E4.E49-08392-15).

(Accordion). By Ernesto Lecuona (1895-1963). Arranged by Charles Magnante. For accordion. Accordion. Latin and Spanish. Difficulty: medium. Accordion solo single. 6 pages. Edward B. Marks Music #MS1033. Published by Edward B. Marks Music

French Tangos for Accordion Book/CD Set arranged by Gary Dahl. For Accordion (Keyboard). Solos. French. Advanced. Book/CD Set. 88 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.96927BCD). ISBN 9780786608034. French. 8.75x11.75 inches. Tango: A ballroom dance of Latin-American origin characterized by long pauses and stylized body positions. This musical form was subsequently adopted by other countries, primarily France, Spain and Italy. Many prominent composers have applied it to a wide variety of compositions. Using piano scores in both the Latin-American and Spanish rhythmic traditions, Gary Dahl has skillfully compiled and arranged French Tangos for Accordion. The music in this anthology was originally published from the late 1930's to 60's and is characterized by its romanticism, rich harmonies, and emotive melodies. These arrangements are orchestral in nature, befitting the accordion's various timbres and capabilities. In standard notation.

Edited by Paul McNevin. For Fiddle. Solos. 110 Series. Celtic/Irish. Intermediate. Book/CD Set. 48 pages. Published by Walton's Manufacturing Ltd

Celtic Circles. (Scottish Fiddle). By Bonnie Rideout. For Fiddle. Transcribed Solos. Maggie's Music. Celtic/Irish. Multiple Levels. Book. 48 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.95572). ISBN 9780786606665. Celtic/Irish. 8.75x11.75 inches. Inspired by the Celtic circles of ancient Scotland, Bonnie paints a musical picture through time, joining the heavens and earth to the cycles of everyday life. Performed on Scottish fiddle with gold medal piper Eric Rigler on the Great Highland bagpipe, Scottish smallpipes and uilleann pipes. Also accompanied by guitar, Celtic harp, viola da gamba, hammered dulcimer, bass and bodhran. Includes North Highland tunes from The Patrick McDonald Collection, 1784, pipe marches, strathspeys, jigs and reels, laments and traditional favorites.

Playing the Hammered Dulcimer in the Irish Tradition. For Dulcimer. Music Sales America. Irish, Folk, Celtic. Book with CD. 90 pages. Oak Publications #OK65065. Published by Oak Publications (HL.14025727). ISBN 0825603455. Irish, Folk, Celtic. 9x12 inches. This book and CD package aims to encourage dulcimer players at the intermediate to advanced level to play the “right” way. This book can teach you several basic, simple techniques that will create the feel of traditional Irish music. It includes a CD which matches the 45 tunes presented in the book.

Scottish Fiddle Encyclopedia by Bonnie Rideout. For Fiddle. Solos. Encyclopedia. Scottish. Intermediate. Book. 136 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.99268). ISBN 9780786675098. Scottish. 8.75x11.75 inches. As part of the Mel Bay Encyclopedia Series, the purpose of this book is to offer fiddlers direct access to the gems of the genre. Composers represented in this volume span a three hundred year period including works by: Patrick MacDonald, Adam Craig, Capt. Charles Duff, Simon Fraser, Robert and Joseph Lowe, Robert MacIntosh, William Marshall, and J. Scott Skinner. Ms. Rideout's original compositions are also included. The tunes are listed in order by key signature to enable the fiddler to put sets together for performance, competition or session playing. This book contains extra marches and strathspeys unique to Scottish fiddling. The end of the book is dedicated to solo numbers consisting of piobaireachd (pibroch) and slow airs. The Scottish Fiddle Encyclopedia is an essential tune book for musicians interested in developing a deeper appreciation for genuine traditional Scottish fiddle music.

World Melodies for Accordion by Frances Irwin. For Accordion (Keyboard). Solos. World Music. Beginning-Intermediate. Book. 106 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.20208). ISBN 9780786666362. World Music. 8.5x11 inches. World Melodies for the Accordion is a collection of best-loved songs from around the world. Eighty musical gems from thirty-six countries are arranged here for the accordion, with chords also given so that other instrumentalists can join in. Accordionists at all levels of proficiency will be able to use this collection and enjoy the melodies that are familiar to so many diverse cultures. Songs such as the Mexican Hat Dance, African Ev'rybody Loves Saturday Night, Korean Ahrirang, Dalmatian Ciri Biri Bela and the Japanese Sakura are included with such familiar melodies as Comin' Through The Rye, Polly Wolly Doodle, and The Ash Grove.

Celtic Fiddling Made Easy Book/CD Set (20 Favorite Celtic Tunes in Beginning and Intermediate Version.). Arranged by Carrie L. Stuckert. For Fiddle. Solos. Made Easy. Celtic/Irish. Beginning-Intermediate. Book/CD Set. 48 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.21442BCD). ISBN 9780786683536. Celtic/Irish. 8.75x11.75 inches. Celtic Fiddling Made Easy is two books in one. Each fiddle tune has two versions: a beginner version with fiddle tablature and an intermediate version which includes ornamentation, double stops and guitar chords for accompaniment. This unique fiddle tablature will allow beginners the pleasure of Celtic tunes without being advanced players.