Method Books
Method Books
Accuracy In Rhythm (Ely).......14.95
ACCURACY IN RHYTHM contains 55 rhythmic studies in duet form for all
instruments, or singularly for keyboards, and is designed to provide for the
systematic technique in subdivision of the beat, particularly as it relates
to basic, but often carelessly played rhythms. It gives the musician
opportunity for concentrated practice on subdividing without the distraction
of unnecessary instrumental demands. ACCURACY IN RHYTHM is broken down into
Simple Time; Compound Time; Polyrhythms; and Quintuple Meters.
In each of the exercises, the rhythmic pattern to be studied is written in
the first part, or keyboard right hand. The second part (or keyboard left hand)
rovides a background of subdivisions with which that pattern is to be
coordinated. In addition, the second part is contoured so as to encourage
good dynamic balance and a strong sense of musical flow in the study of rhythm.
ACCURACY IN RHYTHM is one book for any instrument; which means that the
instrumentalist (s) puts in their own appropriate clefs and whatever key
signature they wish to work on. If two different instruments are used which
do not employ the same clef or are pitched in two different keys, it would
then be necessary for one of the parts to be transposed in order for both to
sound in the same key.
(W1291)
Arpeggios Made Easy (Taylor & Taylor).......14.95
ARPEGGIOS MADE EASY teaches the student to recognize broken chords (i.e. "arpeggios") j and if a student can identify them in music and on the keyboard, he or she understands and can learn the music in question easily and quickly. ARPEGGIOS MADE EASY facilitates the learning of correct fingering in arpeggiated triads, dominant and diminished 7ths with designs and instructions for easy implementation at the keyboard.
ARPEGGIOS MADE EASY (like SCALES MADE EASY) is the most unique system of complete arpeggiated chord study available today. It is the only arpeggio book which places emphasis upon the ability to recognize and understand arpeggios in actual music. This makes it far easier to remember, comprehend and execute accurately what the student is playing and not leave anything to chance insecure methods of arpeggio study through rote learning and time consuming repetitions which often leads to memory blanks and faulty execution. ARPEGGIOS MADE EASY can be used effectively by either beginners or advanced students and is equally effective for the self-taught and has been adopted and recommended by hundreds of leading schools from Suzuki to high level Universities.
(W1175)
Clef Studies For Trombone (Sauer).........11.95
36 provocative melodies designed to challenge the trombonist and hone his or her skills at reading various clefs. (W1090)
150 INTONATION EXERCISES FOR BRASS
Verne Reynolds
These superb exercises can be used by groups of players, from a quintet to a complete section.
SCORE..................11.95 (W1037)
TRUMPET 1..........7.95 (W1037a)
TRUMPET 2...........7.95 (W1037b)
HORN....................7.95 (W1037c)
TROMBONE............7.95 (W1037d)
TUBA....................7.95 (W1037e)
How To Write A Melody (Borisoff)........24.95
HOW TO WRITE A MELODY is a book designed specifically for those people who know little or nothing about music, but have an intense love and appreciation for music, and are always looking for someone to notate the melodies and songs which are forever running around in their heads. The first half of HOW TO WRITE A MELODY is devoted to learning, and most importantly, utilizing through immediate application and written exercises, the basic fundamentals of music: staff (staves) ; notes on lines, in the spaces, above and below the staff; clefs; intervals; sharps, flats, and naturals; keys, scales major and minor; chords with a chord table; rhythm and time tables; embellishments, and other musical signs; keyboard chart; dynamics and terms.
The second half of the book involves the beginning composer with playing and writing world famous tunes (such as "When Johnny Comes Marching Home," "Silent Night," "Greensleeves," Brahms I "Lullaby,") thereby enabling them to get inside the melodies and observe why they became famous and universally enduring for hundreds of years.
(W1292)
Music Speed Reading (Hickman).......14.95
Adaptable for all instruments. In a study conducted by William Leafblad and Richard
Colwell of the University of Illinois, the usage by senior and junior high music students
of this book resulted in significant improvements in their abilities to sight-read on the clarinet,
flute, violin, viola and piano. Sight-reading skills are of paramount importance, especially
in the current competitive atmosphere in the music industry. Don't let this essential part
of music education be ignored. Hickman's tried and true methodology should form a fundamental part
of your curriculum.
(W1290)
Music Speed Reading For Beginners (Hickman).......14.95
(W1279)
Right Now! (Schaeffer) C Book.......5.95
Provided in different keys, this book contains ten tunes that each
form the basis for an improvisation. Melodies, harmonies, countermelodies,
and chords are given for each. Take a break from practice and play around
with these! (W1400A)
Right Now! (Schaeffer) B-flat Book.......5.95
(W1400B)
Right Now! (Schaeffer) E-flat Book.......5.95
(W1400C)
Right Now! (Schaeffer) Bass Clef Book.......5.95
(W1400D)
Right Now! (Schaeffer) Piano Rhythm Book.......5.95
(W1400E)
Rock Rhythms For The Young (for keyboards or guitar) (Ambrosio)......5.95
Let the transcriber and arranger for Bruce Springsteen, Lou Reed, Billy Joel and The Bee Gees show you how to play rock rhythms the same way famous pop artists do. (W1297)
Scales Made Easy (Taylor & Tuniel-Kozak).......14.95
CLAVIER magazine gave Scales Made Easy its highest commendation
and quality rating in its Reviewer's Choice. "The study's greatest
strength is the emphasis it places on understanding the relationships of
scales and correct fingering....I strongly recommend this book to piano
teachers."--Roberta Hall Slade SCALES MADE EASY is the most unique system of complete scale study available today. It is the only scales book which places emphasis upon the ability to recognize and understand scales in actual music. This makes it far easier (unlike the harmful, inaccurate and incomplete five finger methods) to remember, comprehend and execute accurately what the student is playing and not leave anything to chance insecure methods of mastery in scales through rote learning and time consuming repetitions which often leads to memory blanks and faulty execution.
(W1295)
Ten Tunes For Ten Fingers (Donahue)......9.95
(W1178)
30 Changing Meter Duets (Meyer).......14.95
30 CHANGING METER DUETS for Treble Clef Instruments is designed
to give the student experience in solving asymmetrical pattern
problems in an ensemble format. 20th century composers employ
such patterns often, even in student solo and ensemble literature, thereby creating a need for studies such as these.
The author suggests and shows the student how to break down
difficult rhythms into eighth notes, or the lowest common
denominator, since this approach can serve as a useful step
forward to where the student can naturally feel the development
of this idiom. This is a well rounded course of study for
students at the intermediate to advanced levels.
(W1296)
49 Great Classical Solos.......9.95
This popular method, 49 GREAT CLASSICAL SOLOS for Treble Clef Instruments, from Trigram's Prime Time Solo Series, is a collection of great musical compositions from the Baroque, Romantic and Contemporary periods of music presented in an easy to read and play manner.
Music schools, dealers, and teachers will find that 49 GREAT CLASSICAL SOLOS for Treble Clef Instruments is an extremely versatile book which can be used by beginning and intermediate students with a great many instruments from percussion to winds and brass.
(W1293)