String instruments Books
Faber Music Ltd Superstart Cello
Book SynopsisIntroduces cello technique from the start, taking the player up to grade one level. This title takes an imaginative child-orientated approach throughout, encouraging interaction and the exploration of new sound worlds through a variety of music.Trade ReviewMary Cohen's Superstart Violin concept adapted for the cello under consultant editor William Bruce's watchful eye. Aimed at the complete beginner, it successfully combines a lively and entertainingly informal approach with sensible advice presented in a carefully ordered sequence. Development of pitch, rhythm and general musical knowledge is fully integrated into a process in which mind, ear and body are stimulated and developed at an equal pace. There is a separate book well-crafted and often amusing piano accompaniments, part-written by Robert Spearing... Music Teacher 2007 This book for beginner cellists contains a lot of information on different levels. It incorporates adaptations of well known pieces alongside original compositions which can be enjoyed right from the very first lesson. Alongside the pieces are useful technical tips which avoid being over instructive and some theoretical facts. Also included are the brainteasers which will make students think about the written music and playing techniques. There are also some challenges along the way which test general musicianship and aural skills, such as working out the missing notes in well known pieces, memorisation and simple transposition. Rhythmic patterns and values are introduced using words, which may not suit teachers with more traditional teaching styles. Basic first position is introduced in a logical manner and there is a brief introduction to harmonics and fourth position which is to be applauded. The aspect I personally find most attractive is the witty and humourous lyrics which accompany some of the pieces. One of them, The Good Sound Guide, which instructs students on how to produce a good sound, is a mini-masterpiece. The nature of the brainteasers really set the age range for this publication. I would say it works best for 7-10 year olds. The layout is easy to read and there is plenty on each page to interest and engage the student. I can imagine that this publication will work particularly well in group teaching situations, but it is clearly suited to individual tuition as well. Superstart is an engaging and imaginative publication which deserves to do well. ESTA News and Views 32 No.1 I recommend this excellent new cello tutor from Faber! Mary Cohen has teamed up with British cellist William Bruce, who is a passionate and experienced music educator to produce a book full of fun and varied activities in well-sequenced lessons that will stimulate the young player. This book would provide a great start for young players before commencing on AMEB grade material. Aimed at the young beginner, it is child-orientated, with engaging illustrations and encourages exploration of a variety of techniques and musical styles. Suitable for individual lessons and group lessons, most of the pieces are compatible with Superstart Violin and/or Superstart Viola. Forty of the pieces have piano accompaniment; some have duet cello part; other are unaccompanied. The book has plenty of activities on every page. Throughout, there are four categories of information: Technical Tips dealing wit the practical aspects of playing; Fact Files building up the students theoretical knowledge, while Brain Teasers test the pupil’s understanding. The Challenges stretch the student’s musicianship in practical ways, such as playing ostinato patterns, playing the tune on a different string, filling in missing notes. The creative and experienced teacher will use these as a springboard to further enhance the learning experience, while they are useful teaching tips for the less skilled teacher. Stri
£9.49
Faber Music Ltd Superstart Violin
Book SynopsisSuitable for beginner violinists, this title features music and fun activities to inspire and stimulate pupils and teachers. It introduces violin techniques, taking players up to grade one level.Trade ReviewAimed at those from beginner to Grade 1 level, this is one of the most wide-ranging, clever, imaginative and child-friendly books I’ve encountered. I like the physical approach, 'floating with your gravity-defying violin’, introducing sliding up and down the fingerboard in harmonics very early and taking your bow into space orbit. From the earliest stages, plucking simple rhythms on open strings, the child is involved, via the CD or piano accompaniment, in playing real pieces of music by composers such as Albeniz, Bizet and Grieg, cunningly arranged by the author. As with other beginners books, new techniques are brought in section by section, but there is much more besides like brain-teasers that connect rhythms with words of one or more syllables, fact files, technical tips and challenges all arranged in a visually exciting way. Music Teacher Magazine, May 2007
£9.49
Faber Music Ltd Black Holes And Revelations
Book SynopsisA band who combine the famed histrionics and pomp of 70s prog rock with the angst of Seattle grunge and a love of epic piano scores. Muse's meteoric rise to rock's high table was underlined by the release of the acclaimed album "Absolution", in 2003.Table of ContentsTake A Bow; Starlight; Supermassive Black Hole; Map Of The Problematique; Soldier's Poem; Invincible; Assassin; Exo-Politics; City of Delusion; Hoodoo; Knights Of Cydonia
£17.09
Faber Music Ltd The Ultimate Guitar Tutor
Book SynopsisOffers a comprehensive introduction to playing the guitar. Suitable for acoustic or electric guitar, this title features an introduction to TAB and standard notation; guitar techniques including tuning, power chords, barre chords, hammer-ons, string bending, sliding and left-hand damping; and classic songs from legendary artists.Trade ReviewSuitable for both acoustic and electric guitar, this step-by-step approach needs no prior knowledge of music. Indeed, the book covers all the areas expected from a good tutor, clearly illustrated, and with plenty of extra help and "top tips"! …… School Music Association, Spring 2008 Judged on its avowed intention of getting you started - nothing more, nothing less - we'd say this is as good a guide as any to begin tackling the fundamentals of guitar, and to have some fun into the bargain. As with any good beginner's guide, author Tom Fleming wants to get you into good habits from the off (hence the info on posture, correct hand position, the importance of tuning, guitar notation and so on). Guitarist, January 2008 Starting off on the road to playing guitar well is daunting, not least regarding what tutorial sources are worth your time and pennies. Try this then - Tom Fleming's The Ultimate Guitar Tutor. It's a bold title, but it does do a good job at priming you from posture to strumming rhythm exercises, and chord shapes to string bends. Throughout there are short examples to hone your skills and a generous amount of songs to learn by Elvis Presley, Nirvana and REM. As a tenner would rarely get you an hour's tuition with a guitar teacher these days, we reckon even if you have a few beginner books already this one should be added to the pile! Guitar Techniques, November 2007 Table of ContentsAll Shook Up (Elvis Presley); Stand By Me (Ben E. King); Brown Eyed Girl (Van Morrison); You Really Got Me (The Kinks); Smells Like Teen Spirit (Nirvana); Wade in the Water (Eva Cassidy); Days (Ray Davis); Wake Me Up When September Ends (Green Day); Lyin' Eyes (Eagles); Evetbody Hurts (R.E.M.); Teenage Dirtbag (Wheatus); Faith (George Michael)
£10.44
Faber Music Ltd Team Strings Cello
Book SynopsisTeam Strings is firmly established as a leading series of string tutors. It presents a flexible course which can be tailored to suit each student, ideal for individual, group and class tuition - including the ABRSM music medals.
£10.44
Faber Music Ltd Ukulele Basics
Book SynopsisUkulele Basics is a landmark ukulele method for young beginners. Carefully designed for use in both individual and group-learning contexts, Ukulele Basics supports players and teachers through the early stages of learning, providing the ideal foundation for budding musicians. Suitable for absolute beginners aged 6+.Trade Review'At last! A children's ukulele method that's fun, musically interesting, motivating and practical. Simple without being simplistic, it's an invaluable resource for specialist and non-specialist teachers ... You could use it every day without getting bored!' Katherine Zeserson, Director of Learning and Participation - The Sage Gateshead A landmark method for those wanting to begin to play the ukulele. It starts at absolute beginner level and progresses to Initial/Preparatory Grade. The method is set out in concise and easy-to-understand stages and contains original pieces and traditional tunes in an array of styles including classical, folk and world music, as well as some well-known favourite film and TV. MiPro Magazine, June 2012Table of ContentsThe Strings Song; Strum Song; See my C!; Row, Row, Row Your Boat; A Sailor Went to Sea; Drunken Sailor (2 versions); Sail Us Away; Hot Cross Buns; Frère Jacques (2 versions); London Bridge is Falling Down; I Can Play My Ukulele; Time To Strum!; He’s Got The Whole World in His Hands; Swing Low;When the Saints Go Marching In; I’m Gonna Sing; Blue Moon; Banana Boat Song; How Much Is That Doggie In The Window; Daisy Bell; Clementine; I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles); Creepy Fingers!; Scale the Ladder; The Ukulele Alphabet
£9.49
Faber Music Ltd Improve your sightreading Violin Grade 4
Book SynopsisThe new editions of this popular series supports the new ABRSM string syllabus requirements from 2012, ensuring success in the sight-reading tests of graded exams.
£7.99
Faber Music Ltd Improve your sightreading Viola Grades 15
Book SynopsisThe best-selling Improve Your Sight-reading! series, by renowned educationalist Paul Harris, is designed to help you overcome all your sight-reading problems, especially in the context of graded exams. New edition, devised to support the revised sight-reading criteria from the ABRSM from 2012.Trade ReviewTo get the most out of this book you need a student who will go away and work through most of the exercises on their own after being taught the essentials for each stage, giving you the time to use the techniques included to help them explore and fully understand any music they play. An indispensable aid which should help eliminate those blank looks! Helena Ruinard, Music Teacher Magazine, November 2014
£8.50
Faber Music Ltd The Ukulele Playlist Pop Hits
Book SynopsisThe Ukulele Playlist: Pop Hits features a collection of 29 pop hits specially arranged for ukulele. Includes songs from Ellie Goulding; One Direction; Ed Sheeran; Olly Murs and Pink. Contains full lyrics, strumming patterns and ukulele chord diagrams.Table of ContentsBest Song Ever; Chirpy Chirpy Cheep Cheep; Dance With Me Tonight; Do Wah Diddy Diddy; Don’t Leave Me This Way; Flashdance... What A Feeling; Happy Hour; Hot Stuff; I Want It That Way; It’s Raining Men; Just Give Me A Reason; Kung Fu Fighting; Lego House; Let’s Dance; Mambo No. 5; Never Tear Us Apart; No Scrubs; Ooh La La; Papa Don’t Preach; Right Said Fred; Starry Eyed; Sweets For My Sweet; Tiger Feet; We Are Young; You And Me Song; You Should Be Dancing; You Spin Me Round (Like A Record); Young Hearts Run Free; (Your Love Has Lifted Me) Higher & Higher
£10.44
Faber Music Ltd 80 Graded Studies for Violin Book 2
Book Synopsis80 Graded Studies for Violin Book 2 is a must-have resource for teachers and students. Contains a broad selection of repertoire in a variety of styles, including well-established technical studies, folk, jazz and contemporary works plus some original compositions.
£9.49
Faber Music Ltd Violin Technique in Practice
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£15.19
Faber Music Ltd Violin Basics Pupils Book
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£10.44
Faber Music Ltd Stringtastic Beginners Violin
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£8.50
Faber Music Ltd Stringtastic Beginners Cello
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£8.50
Faber Music Ltd Stringtastic Book 1 Violin
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£8.99
Faber Music Ltd Stringtastic Book 1 Cello
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£8.99
Faber Music Ltd Stringtastic Book 2 Cello
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£8.99
Hal Leonard Corporation Ultimate Guitar Chord Chart Guitar Educational
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£7.87
Hal Leonard Corporation Best of Wes Montgomery
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£26.09
Hal Leonard Corporation The Guitarists Guide to Composing and Improvising
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£26.09
Hal Leonard Corporation 19671970 Bass Recorded Versions
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£23.39
Hal Leonard Corporation O Brother Where Art Thou
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£20.25
Hal Leonard Corporation BILLY JOEL GUITAR CHORD SONGBOOK 6 X 9 6 Inch X 9
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£23.74
Hal Leonard Corporation GUITAR PLAYALONG VOLUME 49 STEVIE RAY VAUGHAN TAB
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£18.04
Hal Leonard Corporation Folk Pop Rock Guitar Chord Songbook
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£20.25
Hal Leonard Europe Limited The Complete Guitar Player Chord Book Complete
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£8.99
Hal Leonard Europe Limited The Great Songs Of Cat Stevens
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£13.29
Hal Leonard Europe Limited WISE PUBLICATIONS CABARET VOCAL SELECT PIANO
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£14.24
Hal Leonard Europe Limited Complete Blues and Ragtime Guitar Player Guitar
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£14.72
Hal Leonard Europe Limited atuneadayforviolin
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£9.99
Hal Leonard Europe Limited The Best of ACDC
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£21.59
Hal Leonard Europe Limited Guitar Music from Spain Vol 2 Classical Guitar
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£19.94
Hal Leonard Europe Limited Picture Guide to Playing Guitar
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£8.99
Hal Leonard Europe Limited Absolute Beginners Guitar Book One Sheet Music
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£13.29
Hal Leonard Europe Limited The Big Acoustic Guitar Chord Songbook
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£14.72
Hal Leonard Europe Limited Leonard Cohen Chord Songbook For text chords
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£13.29
Hal Leonard Europe Limited Kato Havas A New Approach To Violin Playing
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£10.92
Hal Leonard Europe Limited The Big Acoustic Guitar Chord Songbook Classic
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£18.89
Hal Leonard Europe Limited Sevck Violin Studies Op2 Part 1 School of Bowing
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£8.99
Mel Bay Publications,U.S. Learn To Play Fingerstyle Solos For Ukulele Book
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£18.04
Hal Leonard Corporation Megadeth Youthanasia Guitar
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£25.64
Hal Leonard Corporation Kayser 36 Elementary and Progressive Studies Op
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£8.99
Kjos (Neil A.) Music Co ,U.S. All for Strings Book 1 Cello
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£7.80
Kjos (Neil A.) Music Co ,U.S. Intonation Basics A String Basics Supplement
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£9.50
Kjos (Neil A.) Music Co ,U.S. Intonation Basics A String Basics Supplement
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£23.96
Boosey & Hawkes Music Publishers Ltd The Early Music Fiddler
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£17.99
Trinity College London Press Trinity College London Violin Exam Pieces From
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£16.10
Trinity College London Press Trinity College London Sight Reading Violin
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£17.05
