Complete Method for Autoharp or Chromaharp
Complete Method for Autoharp or Chromaharp

Author: Meg Peterson

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2015-08-25

Total Pages: 173

ISBN-13: 1610654323

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The most complete, authoritative text available on autoharp. Teacher and author Meg Peterson presents a colorful array of songs and styles as well as a myriad of strum patterns in an easy-to-understand manner. This self-teaching course features Meg's highly acclaimed system for teaching melody solo performance on the autoharp. Each of its 48 lessons builds on the one before it, with a reference section included for those who wish to learn about music notation, theory, harmony, transposition, and chord substitution. There are 122 practice songs and many more suggested ones. Also included is information on tuning, changing strings, and altering chord position on the instrument. the CD is a stereo teaching tape with vocal instruction and performance demonstrating many of the strum patterns and tunes in the book at full tempo with a singer.

You Can Teach Yourself Autoharp
You Can Teach Yourself Autoharp

Author: Meg Peterson

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2015-12-01

Total Pages: 95

ISBN-13: 1609740017

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A step-by-step, self-instruction method. Includes care of the autoharp, playing positions, chord changes, back-up strums, arpeggio strums, melody picking, rhythm picking, and much more! Each song teaches something new and each strum pattern is built on the previous one. When you have practiced each selection and perfected each strum, you will have the necessary foundation to go on to more advanced styles and more intricate picking. the songs in the book are arranged for the 15-chord instrument, since it is the most popular for beginning students.

Appalachian Autoharp
Appalachian Autoharp

Author: Carol Stober

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2010-10-07

Total Pages: 73

ISBN-13: 1609740548

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The book, musician, entertainer, teacher, and recording artist Carol Stober provides melody lines, lyrics, chord symbols, and melody tablature for 35 tunes she learned in Appalachia. the stories woven through the music portray a mixture of life situations that were ever-present in the difficult struggle for survival of our ancestors. the lyrics of many of these songs, although sometimes harsh, give insight into the values of the Appalachian people. the autoharp tablature provides detailed indications for different types of thumb and finger strokes, plucking, and string pinching.

Complete Book of Wedding Music for Flute or Violin
Complete Book of Wedding Music for Flute or Violin

Author: Paul Mickelson

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2016-04-06

Total Pages: 65

ISBN-13: 1609748328

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This book presents a dozen timeless wedding themes from various sources arranged in idiomatic keys for flute or violin with tasteful piano accompaniment. A convenient pull-out part is included for the soloist. Here, under one cover, is an outstanding selection of tunes to please the bride and keep the wedding musician booked for months in advance!

Autoharp Owner's Manual
Autoharp Owner's Manual

Author: Mary Lou Orthey

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2016-03-30

Total Pages: 149

ISBN-13: 160974361X

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The Autoharp Owner's Manual covers autoharp maintenance,conversions, tuning and string schedules (both diatonic and chromatic), buildingyour own instrument, playing techniques, evaluating instruments, chord bar setups, amplification, history, and much more. Each subject is addressed by a current premier musician/builder. The articles in this book have been taken frompast issues of Autoharp Quarterly and have been updated to address current innovations, problems, and instruments. It is a must have for every autoharp player

Deluxe Concertina Book
Deluxe Concertina Book

Author: FRANK CONVERSE

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2010-10-07

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 1609748646

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An extremely well-written method for 20-key, German-style concertina. One of the best books of its kind available. Written in the key of C.

Complete Mandolin Method
Complete Mandolin Method

Author: Mel Bay

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2010-10-07

Total Pages: 97

ISBN-13: 1609748344

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With the thoroughness of a book by Mel Bay, this method presents mandolin technique and note-reading in a progressive, step-by-step fashion. Given the diverse applications of this versatile instrument, this method was carefully written to build the musicianship and technique needed to play both classical and contemporary mandolin styles. Music theory concepts and additional playing techniques are introduced as needed. Exercises and tunes are presented in all keys, many in duet format to be played by teacher and student. In notation only.

Autoharping the Gospels
Autoharping the Gospels

Author: CAROL STOBER

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2010-10-07

Total Pages: 104

ISBN-13: 1609740556

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This book is an extension of Flatpickin' the Gospels by Steve Kaufman with autoharp arrangements written by Carol Stober. She makes it easy to learn these great gospel tunes on the autoharp! This book can be used to play chords along with singing, or for playing the melody solo. the arrangements are written as simply as possible to facilitate sight reading, so that you do not have to memorize the tune in order to play up to tempo. Complete lyrics are included. In notation and tablature.

Complete 7-String Guitar Method
Complete 7-String Guitar Method

Author: Chris Buzzeli

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2011-12-06

Total Pages: 145

ISBN-13: 1610658523

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This comprehensive method book is best suited to an intermediate to advanced six string guitarist who is learning the seven string guitar. Included are sections on scale and arpeggio fingerings as well as an extensive section on chord voicings. All examples are presented in both tablature and standard notation, with diagrams also included where appropriate. the seventh string is tuned to a low A throughout. the included CD contains play-along tracks with full rhythm section, single note studies with accompaniment (in split-track format), and unaccompanied solo studies. Most examples can be played either finger style or with a pick.

Complete Book of Guitar Chords, Scales, and Arpeggios
Complete Book of Guitar Chords, Scales, and Arpeggios

Author: William Bay

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2011-02-24

Total Pages: 297

ISBN-13: 1609741765

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We believe this to be the most complete and thorough book of its kind in print! the Scale Section contains major and minor scales in numerous forms and positions. the Arpeggio Section contains a multi- octave presentation of each chord-related arpeggio. the Chord Section presents carefully voiced, powerful-sounding chords in every key. In addition, chord spelling, chord notes, and scale tones are shown. A wealth of information for daily practice performance.