Fun with the Mandolin
Fun with the Mandolin

Author: Mel Bay

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2016-06-24

Total Pages: 41

ISBN-13: 1609747550

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This book presents melodies, lyrics and chord symbols for 22 songs to be enjoyed on the mandolin. Tuning and hand positions are briefly discussed. By the time you finish the book you will be comfortable playing 4/4, 3/4 and 2/4 rhythm chord accompaniments in the three major keys - C, G, and D. All chords are shown in picture-diagram form. Easy to comprehend, even for the absolute beginner. So pick up your mandolin and have fun!

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.

Fun with Strums Mandolin
Fun with Strums Mandolin

Author: Inc. Mel Bay Publications

Publisher: Mel Bay Archive Editions

Published: 2008-05

Total Pages: 40

ISBN-13: 9780871664730

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This beginner's book, designed as a follow-up to Fun with the Mandolin, aids the beginning mandolin player in playing strums applicable to folk and bluegrass music. A variety of keys are studied, and the student will gain versatility in playing chord progressions. Chords and songs are presented in the keys of G, E minor, C, A minor, D, E, A, F, and D minor. Songs include: "Shady Grove," "Old Joe Clark," "Amazing Grace," "Banks of the Ohio," and many more. May be used in ensemble playing with the companion guitar and banjo texts.

Mandolin Chords
Mandolin Chords

Author: Mel Bay

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2016-01-29

Total Pages: 33

ISBN-13: 1609748611

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Comprehensive and easily understood, this Mel Bay stand-by is arranged in photo-diagram form for maximum ease of use by mandolinists of all playing levels. Correct left hand positions are pictured for each chord, as is proper right hand picking position. Major, Minor, seventh, diminished, augmented, and ninth chords are shown in photos and diagrams; major seventh, sixth, minor sixth, seventh augmented fifth, and seventh diminished fifth chords are shown in diagram form only. Tuning of the mandolin using a pitch pipe or piano keyboard is also shown. A chart summarizing movable chord patterns ends the book.

Left-Handed Mandolin Chords
Left-Handed Mandolin Chords

Author: Mel Bay

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2018-10-24

Total Pages: 33

ISBN-13: 1619118459

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Comprehensive and easily understood, this essential Mel Bay resource is arranged in photo, notation and chord diagram form for maximum ease of use by left-handed mandolinists of all playing levels. Correct right-hand positions are pictured for each chord, as is proper left-hand picking position. Major, minor, seventh, diminished, augmented, and ninth chords are shown in photo, notation and chord diagram form; major seventh, sixth, minor sixth, seventh augmented fifth, and seventh diminished fifth chords are shown in diagram form only. Tuning of the mandolin is also shown. A chart summarizing movable chord patterns completes the book.

Mel Bay Presents 2000 Mandolin
Mel Bay Presents 2000 Mandolin

Author: Multiple Contributors

Publisher:

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780786652921

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Mel Bay's Master Anthology of Mandolin Solos Volume One is designed to enhance the repertoire of the intermediate to advanced mandolinist with a generous collection of challenging pieces. Contributors include Alan Bibey, Bud Orr, Simon Mayor, John McGann, Jody Stecher, Joe Carr, Dan Gelo, Matt Flinner, Seth Austern, Ray Valla, Jethro Burns, Rob Haines, Ely Karasik, Terry Pender, Carlo Aonzo, Eugene Hayth, Butch Baldassari, Robert Bancalari, and many others. Standard notation and tablature are offered for most of the pieces (a few are notation only), along with a biographical sketch of the performer. A set of 2 CDs is included, making this an ideal sourcebook for serious students and professionals alike. The CDs contain performances of most of the pieces in the book.

First Lessons Mandolin
First Lessons Mandolin

Author: Dix Bruce

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2011-12-06

Total Pages: 41

ISBN-13: 1610658434

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First Lessons Mandolin teaches the absolute basics of learning to play mandolin from holding the pick to performing easy mandolin tunes. It doesn't get any easier than this! Students learn how to hold the mandolin correctly, how to read mandolin tablature, basic note reading, the most popular mandolin chords, how to play easy melodies in several musical styles, basic picking technique, how to tune the mandolin, and much more. Along the way students will learn about the greatest mandolin players and their music. the main emphasis of First Lessons Mandolin is to get the student up and playing immediately and to have fun doing it!

Mandolin Uff Da! Let's Dance:
Mandolin Uff Da! Let's Dance:

Author: Dix Bruce

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2012-02-28

Total Pages: 69

ISBN-13: 1619110539

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A fun collection of old-time Scandinavian dance tunes arranged for the mandolin. Great for dancing or listening and a perfect repertoire builder. the audio available for download contains all 28 tunes in the book at slow and regular speeds. Includes a mandolin chord dictionary. Written in standard notation and mandolin tablature with accompaniment chords.