When Irish Eyes Are Smiling by Ryan Haines. For little big band (Alto sax, Tenor sax, Baritone sax, 2 Trumpets, 1 Trombone, Rhythm). Medium. Score and set of parts. Published by Walrus Music Publishing (WA.60263). This bossa setting of the turn of the century classic uses smooth altered chord changes and features trumpet 2 on flugel. Solo chords included in everyone's parts. Alternate part included to feature alto sax in place of trumpet 2. Trumpet 1 to one written high D. A,T,B,2 Trps, 1 Bone, Rhy.

O Praise the Lord of Heaven by Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872-1958). For 2 SATB choirs and semi-chorus. Choral. Octavo. Published by Stainer & Bell Ltd. (ST.W220). ISBN 979-0-2202-2208-5. Choral.

Nick Barber's English Selection by Nick Barber. For C Instruments. Songbook. British Isles. Beginning-Intermediate. Book. 40 pages. Published by Dave Mallinson Publications (MB.AP109). ISBN 9781899512775. British Isles. 8.25" x 11.75" inches. This book was compiled for musicians who, though competent on their instrument, would like some help getting involved in the English folk session scene. It follows on from a previous Mally publication, Nick Barber's English Choice. A music session is like a conversation, and in order to take part you need certain basic tools. If youire going to join in with the tunes you hear being played, you need to know which tunes to expect. And if you plan to learn these tunes, you will probably find a printed version of the tune useful. If you plan to start a set of tunes during a session, you need to know which tunes other musicians would be likely to know and join in with. This book aims to present a selection of tunes for this purpose. Because there is an element of fashion in the repertoire of any session, I have tried to select tunes which have been around for years, and which no doubt will still be played for years to come. Wherever possible I have noted the sources of the tunes. If you like a particular tune, I would urge you to pursue it a little and go to the source, whether this is a manuscript, a published book, a recording or a real live musician. In the words of Barry Callaghan, "Tunes. . . have a life story, and have participated in the life stories of the countless musicians who have played them. . . they all come trailing their history." He goes on to encourage us to "look for the life stories as we meet further tunes". You will notice that I have included a few tunes of French and Danish origin - these tunes have been taken on board by English session players, and are played in an English style.

Learn to Play the Flute in the Traditional Irish Style by Mickie Zekley. For Flute. Methods. Lark in the Morning. Celtic/Irish. Beginning-Intermediate. DVD. Duration 55 minutes. Published by Lark in the Morning (MB.DVD183). Instruction on how to hold the flute, embouchure and breathing technique (the secret of Irish flute tone.) Mickie Zekley (the founder of Lark In The Morning) demystifies ornamentation including taps, cuts, rolls, multiple rolls, slides, triplets, finger vibrato, and diaphragm pulsing. Also included are examples of tunes in different rhythms including the jig, slip jig, reel, hornpipe, polka and air. Most of the techniques taught can also be applied to the pennywhistle and modern flute.

Prelude on the hymn tune 'Rhosymedre' by Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872-1958). For piano. Piano & keyboard music. Published by Stainer & Bell Ltd. (ST.H465). ISBN 979-0-2202-2222-1.

A Cambridge Mass (Vocal Score) by Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872-1958). For SATB solo, double chorus and orchestra. Vocal Score. Published by Stainer & Bell Ltd. (ST.D99). ISBN 979-0-2202-2301-3.

Harp & Voice by Laurie Riley. For Harp (Folk/Celtic). Rhythm/Backup. Lark in the Morning. Celtic/Irish. Multiple Levels. DVD. Duration 55 minutes. Published by Lark in the Morning (MB.DVD169). This is an excellent guide introducing simple techniques that will enable you to develop your own accompaniment arrangements, freeing you from written music and enhancing your creative ability. Easy-to-understand explanations of techniques for all levels.

Doumbek With Jonathan Kessler by Jonathan Kessler. For Percussion. Methods. Lark in the Morning. World Music. Multiple Levels. DVD. Published by Lark in the Morning (MB.DVD105). The Dumbek DVD covers beginning to advanced techniques in the Arabic drumming style - the clearest, most exciting way to play the dumbek. Features unique "play along" sections accompanied by a full band so you can apply the rhythms in a musical setting. It takes you through simple rhythms in an easy to learn manner. You'll learn these important Middle Eastern rhythms: Beledi, Maqsum, Chiftetelli, Malfuf, Khaligi, Ayyub and Karsilamas. You'll also learn advanced skills such as switching rhythms and developing your internal time sense, as well as how to play dumbek for bellydancers.

Oud with John Varton by John Varton. For Oud. Methods. Lark in the Morning. World Music. Beginning. DVD. Duration 29 minutes. Published by Lark in the Morning (MB.DVD108). This instructional video by John Vartan for the oud (the Arabic lute) teaches you all the basics including: History, Design, Styles, Tuning,Technical Information, Picking Technique, Scales, Exercises, Flats and Sharps, Modes or Maqams and includes musical examples to play along with. Video is for out tuned EABEAD.

Earth Rhythms Catalog Volume 2. (Rhythms from the Balkans, Near East and Middle East). By Ivan Krillzarin. For Percussion. Rhythm/Backup. World Music. Multiple Levels. Book + Online Audio. 72 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.21403). ISBN 9780786675784. World Music. 8.5" x 11" inches. The most complete and comprehensive book ever published on Dumbek (Darbuka) rhythms. Transcribed for Drumset, Bongo and Bass, Earth Rhythms Catalog Volume 2 covers traditional folk, ceremonial, festival and belly dance rhythms of the Balkans, Near East and Middle East. (Includes Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Syria, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Iraq, Iran, Greece, Turkey and more.) Accurately transcribed and recorded these authentic and ancient rhythms are presented in a format that is applicable to all levels (from beginners to advanced) of drummers and bass players. The 63 great rhythms on the companion audio are a fabulous source of information for all musicians and composers. Earth Rhythms Catalog Volume 1 is available from Mel Bay Publications (MB20071BCD) and presents rhythms from Africa, Brazil, Latin America and the Caribbean.

Hammered Dulcimer: Advanced Techniques and Celtic Styling by Elizabeth Clark. For Dulcimer (Hammered). Technic. Lark in the Morning. All Styles. Advanced. DVD. Duration 55 minutes. Published by Lark in the Morning (MB.DVD166). Elizabeth Zekley (Clark) shows you the elements of Celtic styling on the hammered dulcimer. Included are hammer techniques, rolls, triplets, grace notes, chord notes and arranging for the dulcimer.

Learn to Play Irish Tenor Banjo & Mandolin by Seamus Egan. For Banjo (Tenor). Methods. Lark in the Morning. Celtic/Irish. Beginning-Intermediate. DVD. Duration 55 minutes. Published by Lark in the Morning (MB.DVD184). Tuning, basic melody, techniques including: picking, triplets, slides, moving triplets, long notes, different rhythms and repertoire. Sample tunes include Star of Munster, Reconciliation, Maid Behind the Bar, Saddle the Pony, Morning Dew, Japanese Hornpipe, Masonis Apron, Plains of Boyle, Tamlin and more. Seamus was born in Offaly, Ireland. He started playing button accordion at 3 years of age and the banjo when he was 6 years old. Seamus now lives in the USA and performs regularly. This video is recommended for players of the Tenor Banjo, Mandolin, Cittern, Mandola and Irish Bouzouki who want to learn the Irish Style.

Scottish Airs and Dances for Two Violins. (or Solo Violin). By Anne C. Witt. For Violin. Solos. Bill's Music Shelf. Scottish. Beginning-Intermediate. Book. 32 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.22250). ISBN 9780786683383. Scottish. 8.5" x 11" inches. The twenty-five pieces in this collection date back to eighteenth and nineteenth century Scotland. Music was passed around among professional and amateur musicians, hand copied, and ended up in slightly different versions in many collections. The Airs were originally songs or for solo violin. The Dances - strathspeys, reels, jigs, a hornpipe, and the sword dance - were originally for fiddle or bagpipe. The book is arranged as a program from beginning to end - from sunrise, with "Ossians's Hymn to the Sun," to sunset, with the lullaby "O, Can Ye Sew Cushions." And no Scottish evening is complete without "Auld Lang Syne" as a finale. But one can, of course, choose to play a selection. Three of the airs are Gaelic songs. Others are tunes for which Robert Burns and other poets wrote lyrics. Two airs were composed for the violin - "Neil Gowis Lament for the Death of His Second Wife" and the anonymous "Killiecrankie,." The dances were played by fiddlers or pipers. They played (and still play) many of the same pieces. One example is "Gillie Callum," the sword dance. Originally a bagpipe tune, its range was expanded beyond the pipes' nine notes and it became a fiddle tune. The composers are anonymous except for pieces by Niel Gow (1727-1807), his son, Nathaniel Gow (1763-1831) and William Marshall (1748-1833). Niel Gow was the preeminent violinist of his day. All three composed many fiddle tunes for Scottish country dancing. Most of the pieces are presented in sets of two, and they should be played without stopping in-between, as they would be performed at a country dance. Metronome markings are given as a guideline. Guitar chords are included ad libitum. Since the first violin generally has the melody, the pieces can also be played by solo violin. The music of Scotland is unique. The airs have their own special beauty. The dances are fun to play, with lively tempos, dotted rhythms and sudden key changes. This music has long been the pleasure of country fiddlers and pipers. These new arrangements for two violins are perfect for student and teacher as well as violin colleagues.

Airs and Dances (A Collection of Scottish Strathspeys for Violin and Other Melody Instruments). Edited by Mara Shea. For Fiddle. Songbook. Scottish. Intermediate-Advanced. Book + Online Audio. 118 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.22123). ISBN 9780786683161. Scottish. 8.75" x 11.75" inches. Airs & Dances is a collection of Scottish strathspeys (rugged, lyrical dance tunes) for violin and other melodic instruments. Strathspeys are usually played slower than reels, with many long-short dotted rhythmic patterns. This compilation features some of the best-known strathspeys as well as some of the quirkier, rarer tunes in this wonderful repertoire. The pieces are arranged chronologically. The melodies as written are the skeletons of the tunes, without much additional information like bowings, dynamics, and articulations. This presentation allows the reader to both learn the melodies in their most general sense as well as use their creative judgment to vary each tune's melody and nuances. Each piece is framed with historical and cultural context, and audio is available online. 118 pages.

Bongo Grooves for Beginners by Alan Dworsky. For Percussion (Miscellaneous). Methods. World Music. Beginning. DVD. Duration 58 minutes. Published by Dancing Hands (MB.22235DVD). Learning to play the bongos has never been easier than with this new DVD from Alan Dworsky, the award-winning author of "Conga Drumming" and "How to Play Djembe." Designed for the first-time hand drummer, this video teaches fun, funky grooves that fit with all kinds of music. The instruction is clear and step-by-step, with no boring exercises. Each pattern is taught with overhead and side views, and slow motion is used to help make sure every detail is clear. The techniques used in this non-traditional approach are easy to learn and easy on the hands. Each lesson has a matching play-along track to practice with. The DVD comes with a PDF file with charts of all the patterns, and there's a section on the video explaining how to read the charts. Also included are tips on tuning and how to hold the bongos, explanations of basic rhythmic concepts, and examples of how to use the grooves to play along with recorded music or jam with friends.

Spanish Dance by Enrique Granados (1867-1916). For string orchestra. Concert and Contest. Easy. Score and parts. Published by Wingert-Jones Publications (WJ.3033671).

Spanish Dance by Enrique Granados (1867-1916). For string orchestra. Concert and Contest. Easy. Score. Published by Wingert-Jones Publications (WJ.3033672).

The Hokey Pokey by Richard Thompson. Children; Novelty; Polka. UKE. 2 pages. Published by Hal Leonard - Digital Sheet Music (HX.175270). 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

I'm Yours by Jason Mraz. Pop; Reggae. UKE. 8 pages. Published by Hal Leonard - Digital Sheet Music (HX.175192). 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

The Blue Bells Of Scotland by Mrs. Jordon. Folk; Irish; Traditional. GTRCHD. 2 pages. Published by Hal Leonard - Digital Sheet Music (HX.175059). 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

L'ultima canzone by Andrea Bocelli and Francesco Cimmino. For piano, voice and guitar (chords only). Classical; Standards; World. Piano/Vocal/Guitar. 8 pages. Published by Hal Leonard - Digital Sheet Music (HX.174761). 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

Drink To Me Only With Thine Eyes by Traditional. Folk; Irish; Traditional. GTRCHD. 2 pages. Published by Hal Leonard - Digital Sheet Music (HX.174741). 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

The Hokey Pokey by Charles P. Macak and Richard Thompson. Children; Novelty; Polka. GTRCHD. 4 pages. Published by Hal Leonard - Digital Sheet Music (HX.174479). 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

Wexford Carol by Traditional Irish Carol. Carol; Christmas; Irish; Traditional. GTRCHD. 3 pages. Published by Hal Leonard - Digital Sheet Music (HX.173839). 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