Mixed Instruments

The Gig Guides series is designed to provide musicians with a blueprint for building bands. We select the songs, put 'em in order, and show you how to play 'em. The format is simple; there are no unwieldy note-for-note scores to sightread or complicated theory to understand. Just here's the lead sheet, here are the parts you really need to know, and away you go! These book/CD packs are the ultimate do-it-yourself kit for gigging musicians and up-and-coming performers alike. Can be used by a full band or individual players. Soul Set features 12 songs, plus a CD with full-band demos of each song so you can hear what you should be sounding like.

This excellent resource for Gospel titles features 449 songs, including: Amazing Grace At the Cross Because He Lives Behold the Lamb Blessed Assurance Church in the Wildwood The Day He Wore My Crown Give Me That Old Time Religion He Looked Beyond My Fault He Touched Me Heavenly Sunlight His Eye Is on the Sparrow Holy Ground How Great Thou Art I Bowed on My Knees and Cried Holy I Saw the Light I'd Rather Have Jesus In the Garden Joshua (Fit the Battle of Jericho) Just a Little Talk with Jesus Lord, I'm Coming Home Midnight Cry Morning Has Broken My Tribute Near the Cross The Old Rugged Cross Precious Memories Rock of Ages Shall We Gather at the River? There Is Power in the Blood We Shall Wear a Crown What a Friend We Have in Jesus and hundreds more!

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The purpose of this book and its accompanying CD is to give the student not only a method from which to learn the oud, but also an overview of the history, folklore and origins of this beloved ancient stringed instrument. This book teaches the fundamentals of standard Western music notation in the context of oud playing, and serves as an introduction for absolute beginners as well as those experienced on other instruments. The book covers: types of ouds, tuning the oud, playing position, how to string the oud, music notation, scales, chords, arpeggios, tremolo technique, studies and exercises, songs and rhythms from Armenia and the Middle East, and a CD with 25 tracks for demonstration and play along.

Ever wondered how to create better accompaniments for the melodies in your favorite fake books? This teach yourself book introduces you to chord building, various rhythmic styles, and much more, so that you play the songs you like just the way you want them. Keyboard players with a basic understanding of notation and sight-reading will be on their way to more fun with fake books. The relaxed tone of the text and selection of fun songs keep How to Play from a Fake Book entertaining throughout - perfect for amateur musicians, or as a supplement for keyboard teachers and their students.

An indispensable collection of nearly 1000 multi-denominational hymns perfect for church musicians or hobbyists. Songs include: Abide with Me All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name Amazing Grace Battle Hymn of the Republic Be Thou My Vision Christ the Lord Is Risen Today Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing Crown Him with Many Crowns Fairest Lord Jesus Faith of Our Fathers For the Beauty of the Earth Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah How Firm a Foundation It Is Well with My Soul Jesus, Keep Me Near the Cross Lead On, O King Eternal Love Divine, All Loves Excelling A Mighty Fortress Is Our God My Hope Is Built on Nothing Less O Come, All Ye Faithful O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing O Sacred Head, Now Wounded O Worship the King The Old Rugged Cross Praise to the Lord, the Almighty Rejoice, the Lord Is King Take My Life and Let It Be There Is Power in the Blood To God Be the Glory What a Friend We Have in Jesus and hundreds more!

1. I Love A Piano 2. Say It With Music 3. That Revolutionary Rag 4. Blue Skies/Isn't It A Lovely Day 5. What'll I Do 6. I'm Putting All My Eggs In One Basket 7. I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm 8. They Say It's Wonderful 9. A Couple Of Swells 10. Change Partners 11. Top Hat, White Tie And Tails/Cheek To Cheek/Let's Face The Music And Dance

All Aboard! This train is going to freedom land, and everyone's welcome! In the 1950s and 1960s, thousands of Americans decided to stand up for freedom. Each made the decision on their own, and climbed on board a train of freedom that changeed the face of this country. Not just adults, but young people, led the march to freedom. Wherever they struggled for freedom, people sang songs about their hopes and dreams. They had to stand up to people that didn't want them to have equal rights, and songs helped them do it. This musical, by nationally-renowned singer and storyteller, Bill Harley, chronicles the Civil Rights movement. With an entertaining and informative script and eight authentic songs arranged by Emily Crocker and John Higgins, today's children can experience the drama and power of this critical period in our nation's history. Ideal for school and community functions, this 30-minute musical is easily adapted to groups of any size, and Bill Harley's classroom enrichment activities, suggested bibliography and teaching notes will make this a production that can truly involve your whole school. Available: Teacher's Manual, Singer's Edition (5-Pak), Preview Cassette, Performance/Accompaniment CD. Performance Time: 30 minutes. For Grades K-8.

All Aboard! This train is going to freedom land, and everyone's welcome! In the 1950s and 1960s, thousands of Americans decided to stand up for freedom. Each made the decision on their own, and climbed on board a train of freedom that changed the face of this country. Not just adults, but young people, led the march to freedom. Wherever they struggled for freedom, people sang songs about their hopes and dreams. They had to stand up to people that didn't want them to have equal rights, and songs helped them do it. This musical, by nationally-renowned singer and storyteller, Bill Harley, chronicles the Civil Rights movement. With an entertaining and informative script and eight authentic songs arranged by Emily Crocker and John Higgins, today's children can experience the drama and power of this critical period in our nation's history. Ideal for school and community functions, this 30-minute musical is easily adapted to groups of any size, and Bill Harley's classroom enrichment activities, suggested bibliography and teaching notes will make this a production that can truly involve your whole school. Available: Teacher's Manual, Singer's Edition (5-Pak), Preview Cassette, Performance/Accompaniment CD. Performance Time: 30 minutes. For Grades K-8.

Complete scores for 20 songs from the television documentary on Lennon's life. Includes Beatles and solo work: The Ballad of John and Yoko Beautiful Boy A Day in the Life Don't Let Me Down Give Peace a Chance God Help! How? Imagine (plus a rehearsal version) In My Life Jealous Guy Julia Mother Real Love Revolution Stand by Me (Just Like) Starting Over Strawberry Fields Forever Twist and Shout Woman.