Blazing Mandolin Solos
Blazing Mandolin Solos

Author: Steve Kaufman

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2016-07-14

Total Pages: 57

ISBN-13: 1619116367

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This mandolin edition includes the same 16 tunes found in Kaufman's out-of-printTwin Pickin' flatpicking guitar book, soon to be available as Blazing Solos for Flatpicking Guitar for One Player or More. The tunes in both editions are in thesame keys so the books can serve as a foundation for fabulous twin-picking jam sessions in which either guitarists or mandolinists can take the lead and harmony parts. In addition to the tunes, Kaufman includes performance notes, guidelines for reading standard notation and tab plus his take on the harmonization process. A play-along audio with three tracks for each tune (Lead, Harmony, and Lead & Harmony) completes the package. Includes access to online audio

Blazing Flatpicking Guitar Solos for One Player or More
Blazing Flatpicking Guitar Solos for One Player or More

Author: Steve Kaufman

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2023-02-21

Total Pages: 94

ISBN-13: 1513473468

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The vision behind Blazing Solos for Flatpicking Guitar for One Player or More was inspired by the simple beauty of two instruments playing in harmony. In order to harmonize, the lead note and the harmony note need to be in harmonic agreement with one another, as well as with the background chord and the key of the song. Steve found that in most cases, but not always, that thinking in thirds will usually achieve the desired sound. The book also contains a section on how to read tablature plus discography. In notation and tablature. Intermediate level. Includes access to online audio.

My First Blues Guitar Picking Songs
My First Blues Guitar Picking Songs

Author: Steve Kaufman

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2013-01-11

Total Pages: 37

ISBN-13: 1619113694

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This book and accompanying audio are the perfect primer for anyone interested inlearning blues guitar played with a pick. An addition to Steve Kaufman's My First series, the book starts the student from the very beginning. Basic chords and notation are presented, progressing to blues strumming patterns and lines. Lessons also cover blues scales, tablature, I-IV-V chords and more. The book is perfect for anyone interested in learning blues guitar, and experienced tab readers who wish to learn standard notation

Steve Kaufman's Favorite 50 Mandolin, Tunes S-W
Steve Kaufman's Favorite 50 Mandolin, Tunes S-W

Author: Steve Kaufman

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2015-09-08

Total Pages: 73

ISBN-13: 161065269X

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Steve Kaufman takes his favorite American fiddle tunes for the mandolin and puts them alphabetically in four volumes. Steve plays the mandolin exactly as it is written so the student can hear the melody and dynamics just as he would play it. Accompanying the large set of books are CDs with guitar rhythm accompaniment included. Build your repertoire, right and left hand skills and have fun playing at jam sessions with your friends. This 4 volume set written specifically for the mandolin also has a sister series for guitar.

Band in a Book: Bluegrass Instrumentals
Band in a Book: Bluegrass Instrumentals

Author: Steve Kaufman

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2010-12-17

Total Pages: 147

ISBN-13: 1610658604

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The idea here is to help coordinate the pickers so you all have solos to play and they can be played in the same key. What a concept - a Band in the Book. Within these pages you will find solos for the entire band: lead guitar, rhythm guitar, banjo, mandolin, fiddle and bass. the mandolin and fiddle share the same tunings so their solos are just written once for both. If you are just starting out and you are having difficulty-finding solos for your level - look no more. These solos are written for the beginner level student assuming you can already play a few simple solos or lead breaks. This series will help you to learn solos on multiple instruments, help organize ensemble play, help develop a steady sense of timing and give you hours of enjoyment as well.

Band in a Book: Bluegrass Vocals
Band in a Book: Bluegrass Vocals

Author: Steve Kaufman

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2010-12-17

Total Pages: 143

ISBN-13: 1610651758

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The idea here is to help coordinate the pickers so you all have solos to play and they can be played in the same key. What a concept - a Band in the Book. Within these pages you will find solos for the entire band: lead guitar, rhythm guitar, banjo, mandolin, fiddle and bass. the mandolin and fiddle share the same tunings so their solos are just written once for both. If you are just starting out and you are having difficulty-finding solos for your level - look no more. These solos are written for the beginner level student assuming you can already play a few simple solos or lead breaks. This series will help you to learn solos on multiple instruments, help organize ensemble play, help develop a steady sense of timing and give you hours of enjoyment as well.View the lyrics for this book.

Band in a Book: Gospel Vocal Tunes for Bluegrass Ensemble
Band in a Book: Gospel Vocal Tunes for Bluegrass Ensemble

Author: Steve Kaufman

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2010-12-17

Total Pages: 155

ISBN-13: 1610658590

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The idea here is to help coordinate the pickers so you all have solos to play and they can be played in the same key. What a concept - a Band in the Book. Within these pages you will find solos for the entire band: lead guitar, rhythm guitar, banjo, mandolin, fiddle and bass. the mandolin and fiddle share the same tunings so their solos are just written once for both. If you are just starting out and you are having difficulty-finding solos for your level - look no more. These solos are written for the beginner level student assuming you can already play a few simple solos or lead breaks. This series will help you to learn solos on multiple instruments, help organize ensemble play, help develop a steady sense of timing and give you hours of enjoyment as well.View the lyrics for this book.

Steve Kaufman's Favorite Fiddle Tunes
Steve Kaufman's Favorite Fiddle Tunes

Author: Steve Kaufman

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2012-03-01

Total Pages: 73

ISBN-13: 1619110873

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Volume 2 in the rousing Steve Kaufman Favorite Traditional Fiddle Tunes for Flatpicking Guitar series. All solos are in notation and tablature and a free audio download is available online.

Steve Kaufman's Favorite Traditional Fiddle Tunes
Steve Kaufman's Favorite Traditional Fiddle Tunes

Author: Steve Kaufman

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2012-03-01

Total Pages: 81

ISBN-13: 161911089X

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This collection of fiddle tunes originally appeared in "Kaufman's Collection of American Fiddle Tunes for Flatpicking Guitar" (MB 95748) but the book was so large and heavy that they couldn't put all the songs on CDs to include with the package so it was divided into four great, melody-packed volumes. This fourth volume contains delightful American fiddle tunes brilliantly arranged for flatpicked guitar. All of these tunes are written in guitar-friendly keys in notation and tablature. Intermediate in difficulty, the book includes an explanation of the guitar tablature system and the execution and notation of essential techniques such as bends, slides, hammer-ons and pull-offs. the tunes are thoughtfully printed in alphabetical order and include both standards and lesser-known fiddle melodies. Teachers take note- this book is a great source of sight-reading material as well as a departure point for improvisation. Companion audio downloads are available for use with this title.