(Ukulele). 18 contemporary hits presented in melody, lyrics and chord diagrams for ukulele standard tuning (G-C-E-A). Includes: Closer * Heathens * I Don't Wanna Live Forever (Fifty Shades Darker) * Scars to Your Beautiful * Send My Love (To Your New Lover) * Shape of You * Side to Side * Starboy * Treat You Better * 24K Magic * and more.
Really Easy Ukulele: Chart Hits #5 (Autumn/Winter 2017) contains easy Piano arrangements for 22 recent releases from some of popular music's greatest artists including Bruno Mars, Imagine Dragons, George Ezra and more. Each song features informative background notes alongside handy performance hints and tips, and an integrated Spotify playlist to allows you to hear each song before you learn how to play them. This is the perfect title for any fledgling ukuele strummer looking to improve their skills, or for more advanced players looking to bolster their repertoire with contemporary hits. Songlist: - 2U David Guetta ft. Justin Bieber - Back To You [Louis Tomlinson ft. Bebe Rexha & Digital Farm Animals] - Believer [Imagine Dragons] - Bestie [Yungen ft. Yxng Bane] - Despacito [Luis Fonzi & Daddy Yankee] - Don’t Matter Now [George Ezra] - Feels [Calvin Harris ft. Pharrell Williams, Katy Perry & Big Sean] - In The End [Linkin Park] - Malibu [Miley Cyrus] - Mama [Jonas Blue ft. William Singe] - Miracles (Someone Special) [Coldplay & Big Sean] - New Rules [Dua Lipa] - Slow Hands [Niall Horan] - Sorry Not Sorry [Demi Lovato] - That’s What I Like [Bruno Mars] - Thunder [Imagine Dragons] - Ultralife [Oh Wonder] - Unforgettable [French Montana ft. Swae Lee] - Want You Back [HAIM] - Wild Thoughts [DJ Khaled ft. Rihanna & Bryson Tiller] - Younger Now [Miley Cyrus] - Your Song [Rita Ora]
This installment of Really Easy Ukulele contains 21 Chart Hits from Spring/Summer 2017. From Bruno Mars to Ed Sheeran to Zara Larsson and many more. If you’re a beginner ukulele strummer who loves the current pop classics then this is the music book for you. These simplified arrangements give you just the most important parts of the songs, along with lyrics and chord diagrams. Each track is completed by background notes and helpful performance tips, allowing you to focus on the difficult bits and nail each and every performance. The digital edition also features a link to stream each of the songs in the collection. Hear the song, learn the music and become a pro in no time. The songs included are: - 24k Magic [Bruno Mars] - Ain’t My Fault [Zara Larsson] - Bad Things [Machine Gun & Camila Cabello] - By Your Side [Jonas Blue feat. RAYE] - Castle On The Hill [Ed Sheeran] - Closer [The Chainsmokers feat. Halsey] - Human [Rag’n’Bone Man] - I Would Like [Zara Larsson] - Let Me Love You [DJ Snake feat. Justin Bieber] - No Lie [Sean Paul feat Dua Lipa] - Now And Later [Sage The Gemini] - On The Hold [The xx] - Rockabye [Clean Bandit feat. Sean Paul & Anne-Marie] - September Song [JP Cooper] - Shape Of You [Ed Sheeran] - So Good [Louisa Johnson] - Starboy [The Weekend feat. Daft Punk] - We Don’t Talk Anymore [Charlie Puth feat. Selena Gomez] - You Don’t Know Me [Jax Jones feat RAYE] - You Want Me [Tom Zanetti feat. Sadie Ama]
Volumes 3 and 4 of the The Encyclopedia of More Great Popular Song Recordings provides the stories behind approximately 1,700 more of the greatest song recordings in the history of the music industry, from 1890 to today. In this masterful survey, all genres of popular music are covered, from pop, rock, soul, and country to jazz, blues, classic vocals, hip-hop, folk, gospel, and ethnic/world music. Collectors will find detailed discographical data—recording dates, record numbers, Billboard chart data, and personnel—while music lovers will appreciate the detailed commentaries and deep research on the songs, their recording, and the artists. Readers who revel in pop cultural history will savor each chapter as it plunges deeply into key events—in music, society, and the world—from each era of the past 125 years. Following in the wake of the first two volumes of his original Encyclopedia of Great Popular Song Recordings, this follow-up work covers not only more beloved classic performances in pop music history, but many lesser -known but exceptional recordings that—in the modern digital world of “long tail” listening, re-mastered recordings, and “lost but found” possibilities—Sullivan mines from modern recording history. The Encyclopedia of Great Popular Song Recordings, Volumes 3 and 4 lets the readers discover, and, through their playlist services, from such as iTunes toand Spotify, build a truly deepcomprehensive catalog of classic performances that deserve to be a part of every passionate music lover’s life. Sullivan organizes songs in chronological order, starting in 1890 and continuing all the way throughto the present to include modern gems from June 2016. In each chapter, Sullivanhe immerses readers, era by era, in the popular music recordings of the time, noting key events that occurred at the time to painting a comprehensive picture in music history of each periodfor each song. Moreover, Sullivan includes for context bulleted lists noting key events that occurred during the song’s recording
Learn everything ukulele—from chord progressions to playing pop, folk, and holiday favorites—and, yes, even Hawaiian music! The ukulele is hot. The season one finale of Glee featured a ukulele. The recent hit song "Hey Soul Sister" by Train includes the dulcet tones of a uke. Not to mention the runaway success of the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain. For anyone wishing to master this fun, surprisingly versatile instrument, Ukulele For Dummies covers all the basics—from chords and strumming patterns to guidance on finger-picking. The print version of the book includes a CD with audio tracks of the entire musical notation in the book—creating a total musical instruction package Offers instruction in a variety of styles—including pop, folk, holiday favorites, and Hawaiian music Features a buying guide for the novice—with tips on purchasing a ukulele plus other necessary accessories With its simple and clear instruction, and inspiration on every page, Ukulele For Dummies will have fans and first-time musicians making beautiful music—as they tiptoe through the tulips—in no time. Note: CD files are available to download after purchasing the e-Book version
(Fake Book). Now baritone ukulele players can enjoy the Daily Ukulele: Leap Year Edition songbook. This super collection features all the same songs from the Leap Year Edition in the original keys but with baritone ukulele chord grids (DGBE tuning). Have fun strumming 366 well-known songs from the 1950s through today, by artists such as Carole King, Elton John, the Bee Gees, Stevie Wonder, the Beatles, Paul Simon, Bob Dylan, Michael Jackson and others, plus favorites from movies, Broadway, Motown and more. Like all of the Daily Ukulele songbooks, the arrangements feature melody, lyrics and ukulele chord grids in uke-friendly keys. A special "Ukulele 101" section, a chord chart, and vintage ukulele-themed photos round out the fun, all with a spiral binding for ease of use. Tunes include: Ain't No Sunshine * Anticipation * Bubbly * Calendar Girl * Come Monday * Falling Slowly * Hallelujah * I Got You Babe * Lean On Me * Moondance * Route 66 * Sweet Caroline * We Are the World * Y.M.C.A. * and scores more! The Daily Ukulele: Leap Year Edition for Baritone Ukulele offers ukulele fun all year long even on February 29th!
What do boy bands from the 1990s have in common with the Beatles? Why are some pop artists, such as Justin Timberlake, considered controversial? Readers will discover these answers and the stories behind beloved artists from the Beach Boys to Lady Gaga through fun and fact-filled text about the roots of pop music and how it has spread around the world. Readers will gain a deeper appreciation for their favorite artists and the pop stars who came before them as they explore a discography of important albums, full-color photographs, annotated quotes from artists and journalists, and fascinating sidebars.
While other books get caught up in the novelty of the ukulele-how to accessorize them, who the best ukulele players are, etc.-this book covers in crystal clear detail everything beginners need to know to enjoy playing this tiny, four-stringed instrument. From strumming and finger picking to playing different genres and playing as part of a group, this book covers all the bases. And it includes a rich audio CD complete with music samples and ukulele exercises.
(Ukulele). If you've been learning ukulele for a little while, you are probably eager to put your new skills to work and learn some familiar songs. This book features 50 favorite Disney songs arranged with melody, lyrics and chord diagrams for standard G-C-E-A tuning. Songs include: The Bare Necessities * Beauty and the Beast * Can You Feel the Love Tonight * Chim Chim Cher-ee * Do You Want to Build a Snowman? * Evermore * Hakuna Matata * How Does a Moment Last Forever * How Far I'll Go * I See the Light * Into the Unknown * Lava * Let It Go * The Place Where Lost Things Go * Remember Me (Ernesto de la Cruz) * Speechless * Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious * True Love's Kiss * Under the Sea * When She Loved Me * A Whole New World * You've Got a Friend in Me * and more!
