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Improve your Guitar-playing rhythm feel and timing.If you want to improve your timing sharpen your technique or get inspired by new ideas Guitar Rhythm and Technique For Dummies breaks down the basicsof reading counting strumming and picking rhythms on Guitar to make you an ace on the axe in no time. With the help of this friendly guide you'll learn to play examples of eighth and sixteenth note rhythms???including commonstrum patterns heard in popular music???to improve your guitar rhythm feel and timing. Plus access to audio downloads and online video lessons complement the coverage presented in the book giving you the option of supplementingyour reading with additional visual and audio learning.There's no denying that Guitar is one of the coolest musical instruments on the planet. Okay perhaps undeniably the coolest. Whether you bow at the feet of ChuckBerry Keith Richards the Edge or Eddie Van Halen they all have one thing in common: they make it look incredibly naturally easy! However anyone who's actually picked up a guitar knows that mastering rhythm and technique issomething that takes a lot of practice???not to mention good coaching. Luckily Guitar Rhythm and Technique For Dummies makes your aspirations to play Guitar like the pros attainable with loads of helpful step-by-stepinstruction on everything from mastering hammer-ons pull-offs and slides to perfecting your picking???and beyond.Covers strum patterns articulations picking techniques and more.Showcases musical stylessuch as pop rock blues folk and funk.Includes techniques for playing with both your right and left hand.Provides access to online audio tracks and video instruction so you can master the concepts andtechniques presented in the book.Whether you're new to Guitar or an advanced player looking to improve your musical timing and skills Guitar Rhythm and Technique For Dummies quickly gets you in the

With the help of Ukulele For Dummies learning to play this popular string instrument at a basic level has never been easier. Now in a fully updated second edition this hands-on friendly guide provideseverything you need to know to pick up a Uke and get playing?fast. From purchasing a Ukulele and the necessary accessories to making sense of simple chord progressions and playing in a variety of styles?including pop folk Hawaiian and holiday favourites?the second edition of Ukulele For Dummies will have you creating beautiful music in no time. For anyone wishing to learn to play this fun surprisingly versatileinstrument Ukulele For Dummies covers all the basics from chords and strumming patterns to guidance on finger picking?and everything in between. Plus you'll find tips to make certain chord changes easier chords and tabs for popular Christmas and New Year songs apps for mobile devices the ten best Ukulele chords and so much more. - Audio tracks are available via online download at Dummies.com creating a total musicalinstruction package. - Features a Ukulele buying guide for the novice. - Offers instruction in a variety of musical styles. - Provides finger-picking instruction and the chords and patterns you need to know.With its simple and clear instruction and inspiration on every page the second edition of Ukulele For Dummies will have fans and first-time musicians making a big splash with this tiny instrument in notime.

Music Theory For Dummies makes music theory easy to understand, with a friendly, unintimidating overview of everything you need to know to become fluent at knocking out beats, reading musical scores, and learning to anticipate where a song should go-whether you're reading someone else's music or writing your own. Whether you're a music student or a music lover, you'll learn to read, write, and understand music with this informative guide. With expert instruction, you'll put it all together as you compose, arrange, and create original melodies, harmonies, and chords of your own, with helpful tips for performing your pieces in front of an audience. This new third edition presents the most current teaching techniques, the newest music genres and examples, and updated information on all aspects of understanding, creating, and performing music.Studies have shown that music training improves children's' verbal and spatial abilities, and it's been associated with cognitive and mathematical benefits in adults. The music job market is expected to increase over the coming years, and music theory is becoming an increasingly common part of education at all levels. Music Theory For Dummies provides the instruction you need to get more out of music than you ever thought possible.Master major and minor scales, intervals, pitches, and clefs.Understand basic notation, time signals, tempo, dynamics, and navigation.Employ melodies, chords, progressions, and phrases to form music.Compose harmonies and accompanying melodies for voice and instruments. / Formation Musicale

The fast and easy way to learn how to play the ukulele With the help of Ukulele For Dummies, learning to play this popular string instrument at a basic level has never been easier. Now in a fully updated second edition, this hands-on, friendly guide provides everything you need to know to pick up a uke and get playing fast. From purchasing a ukulele and the necessary accessories to making sense of simple chord progressions and playing in a variety of styles including pop, folk, Hawaiian, and holiday favourites the second edition of Ukulele For Dummies will have you creating beautiful music in no time. For anyone wishing to learn to play this fun, surprisingly versatile instrument, Ukulele For Dummies covers all the basics, from chords and strumming patterns to guidance on finger picking and everything in between. Plus, you'll find tips to make certain chord changes easier, chords and tabs for popular Christmas and New Year songs, apps for mobile devices, the ten best ukulele chords, and so much more. * Audio tracks are available via online download at Dummies.com, creating a total musical instruction package * Features a ukulele buying guide for the novice * Offers instruction in a variety of musical styles * Provides finger-picking instruction and the chords and patterns you need to know With its simple and clear instruction, and inspiration on every page, the second edition of Ukulele For Dummies will have fans and first-time musicians making a big splash with this tiny instrument in no time. / Ukulélé

Guitar Theory For Dummies goes beyond Guitar basics, presenting information on how music works and gets applied to the Guitar fretboard. It provides the guidance you need to play songs and improve your improvisational and compositional skills. Plus, access to audio tracks and video instruction online help you master the concepts and techniques covered in the book.If you already have a handle on the basics and want to take your understanding and playing of Guitar music to the next level, Guitar Theory For Dummies has you covered. / Guitare

La façon amusante et facile d'apprendre à jouer de la mandolineLe plus récent ajout à Dummies très réussie instrument d'instruction en ligne, mandoline For Dummies vous donne facile à suivre, étape par étape, des instructions sur apprendre à jouer de la mandoline. Conformément au format éprouvé par le temps Dummies, mandoline For Dummies offre un niveau de contenu et d'instruction plus grande que tout actuellement disponible.Mandoline For Dummies décompose les principes fondamentaux de cet instrument et fournit les ressources dont vous avez besoin pour pratiquer et améliorer votre capacité au fil du temps.Emballé avec un enseignement individualisé sur les principaux mandoline respectueuses de styles musicaux, y compris irlandaise et celtique, 'bon vieux temps' musique américaine, le blues, le bluegrass, de swing et de jazzFichiers disponibles en téléchargement fournir des pistes audio à partir de l'ouvrage et les exercices afin que vous puissiez jouer en même temps et développer vos compétences - près de 2 heures de musique!Photos claires et utiles et des schémas vous assurer que vous inquiétez pas, raclement, et de choisir avec précisionComprend un guide d'achat mandoline pour aider à assurer que vous faites les achats droiteConseils sur mandolines restringing et autres soins de bricolage et d'entretien sujetsSi vous êtes un joueur de mandoline en herbe, ne vous inquiétez pas! Mandoline For Dummies va vous aider. / Mandoline

Wish you could write music? You can! This friendly guide gives you everything you need to start composing from choosing the right rhythm and tempo to writing with chords and melody to expressing your musical ideas throughinstruments and voices. You'll see how to create popular songs classically structured pieces and even film TV or video game soundtracks!

Want to be a classical guitarist but never had a lesson? No problem ? this hands-on guide teaches you all the fundamental techniques you need to play scales melodies and full-length pieces in the classical style.  You get plenty of practice exercises to stretch your skills selections from the classical repertoire and a bonus audio CD that helps you play along with the music pieces from the book!   Get acquainted with your guitar ? familiarize yourself with the unique make-up and parts of a classical guitar Start making some music ? play melodies on individual strings move on to arpeggios and getyour fingers in shape with scales Ramp up your technique ? play barres slurs and trills; handle harmonics; master right-hand tremolo; and venture up the neck to play in the higher positions Build yourclassical repertoire ? from Renaissance and Baroque to Classical Romantic and Modern play pieces from the major eras in classical music Practice makes perfect ? improve your performance with expert guidancethrough each exercise and piece in the book Open the book and find: Tips and techniques for playing beautiful pieces How to read music notation andtablature Basic finger and thumb strokes Right- and left-hand techniques Musical examples charts and photos Music pieces from the guitar greats The best ways to care for yourguitar A step-by-step tutorial on changing your strings Bonus CD Includes More than 140 recorded performances of the exercises and pieces featured in thebook Pieces performed using a count-off allowing you to play along in time with the music Tuning notes to help you tune up your guitar

Violin For Dummies helps you teach yourself to play the Violin even if you've never read a note of music. From choosing the right Violin for you to playing a variety of musical styles this book has youcovered. You'll start with the basics of posture and bowing technique learn how to tune your instrument and keep it in beautiful condition with regular maintenance. You'll learn how to read ??? and feel ??? the music and how toinject your own personality into whatever you play. Before you know it you'll be playing classical jazz country and more as you become a bona fide Violin player. The included audio and video instruction encourages you to playalong as you learn and allow you to hear see and imitate proper technique. The Violin's small size portability and mimicry of the human voice have made it popular across cultures and throughout time. This book showsyou how to teach yourself the basics so you can start playing quickly. Start with the basics of proper hold and bowing technique. Learn how to properly tune and care for your Violin. Understandthe nuances of rhythm and musical notation. Play classical jazz and other popular styles of music. The Violin has a reputation of being difficult to learn but the reality is that it's difficult tomaster. Anyone can learn and practice over time will refine your technique and your musical style. You'll have fun make music and maybe even fall in love with this instrument that has inspired some of the world's best musiciansand composers. Get started today the easy way with Violin For Dummies.

5th Edition-Home Recording For Musicians For Dummies offers simple explanations on how to record music in a home studio no matter what your style method or sound. With expert guidance every step of the way you'll findthe answers to your questions about choosing equipment recording tracks editing mixing mastering and more. Updated to reflect the latest home recording technology this new edition addresses styles from live bands toelectronica with easy navigation to the information you need most. Beginners will find straightforward instruction on the fundamentals while more experienced home recording engineers will appreciate insight to the tricks the prosuse.With home recording gear increasingly approaching professional quality the home studio is no longer the domain of the DIY-or-die. Even professional musicians are saving studio fees by recording at home and today'splug-and-play technology makes high-quality sound accessible to those with a more amateur level of experience and budget. Home Recording For Musicians For Dummies gives you the information you need to set up yourstudio and use it like a pro:Choose the right gear for the job and set up for quality sound.Learn the fundamentals of recording from choosing a mic to working with a mixer.Master MIDI multitrack recording andaudio capture for optimum sourcing.Edit mix and master your tracks and add effects to enhance your sound.Don't let poor audio quality distract from your music. Find out what tools you need how to use them and howto follow the time-tested steps of making a record. You spend valuable time developing your talent skills and sound so take a minute to learn how to make your music shine with the expert advice and easy-to-follow instruction inHome Recording For Musicians For Dummies.

Learn to take your singing skills to the next level. Grasp the importance of posture and breath control. Prepare for auditions and performances. Sing along with the recorded exercises on the accompanying CD.Whether you're a beginning vocalist or a seasoned singer this practical guide gives you step-by-step instructions and lots of helpful tips hints exercises and advice on the mechanics of singing discovering your range developing technique singing in performance and maintaining vocal health.Be rock solid - get up-to-speed with the basics of singing and master posture breathing and toneGet moving and grooving - improve your singing bygetting the hang of tone resonance vowels and constonantsBelt your heart out - move on to more advanced techniques like working with your speaking voice and beltingFind your musical style - get great suggestions for singing in different genres including classical country jazz musical theatre opera pop or R&B

For Dummies-A huge bumper guide book for all your home media needs. This fully comprehensive title leaves no stone unturned when exploring the possibilities and secrets of today's media systems. Choose a digital camera explore lighting and composition and edit your images Capture and edit film footage to create your own home movies Buy music sync your iPod enjoy Internet radio and burn CDs/DVDs This massive book at an attractive price is your all-in-one reference for your media needs.

Learn to play bass guitar quickly and easily with this guide and bonus interactive CD! The bass guitar is utilized in almost every single genre of music-rock classical jazz metal funk and country just to name afew. Bass Guitar Exercises For Dummies provides bassists an opportunity to dabble with all these styles and more. Regardless of your intended musical style this hands-on guide provides the tips and drillsdesigned to help perfect your playing ability. Features a wide variety of over 300 exercises and technique-building practice opportunities tailored to bass guitar From classic blues bass rhythms to funk rock and reggae bass patterns players of all styles benefit from the exercises and chords presented Shows you proper hand and body posture and fingering and hand positions Each lesson concludes with a musicpiece for you to tryThe audio CD includes practice pieces that accompany the exercises and drills presented in each section Helps you build your strength endurance and dexterity when playing bassWhether you're a beginner bass player or you're looking to stretch your playing skills Bass Guitar Exercises For Dummies is the book for you!