Christopher Norton: The Art Of The Guitar: Guitar: Instrumental Work

Christopher Nortonâ??s distinctive contributions to the repertoire successfully bridge the gap between traditional literature and music in contemporary popular styles. The original series Christopher Norton ConnectionsTM for Piano contains over 200 newly composed pieces carefully selected edited and sequenced to span ten levels from elementary to advanced. The subsequent books for other instruments are drawn from these alongside more recently composed music. The pieces in Connections for Guitar 1 cover a wide range of styles and present many of the same challenges found in more traditional repertoire whatever the instrument â?? tonal beauty balance between melody andaccompaniment natural movement and phrasing. More rhythmically oriented pieces require coordination a deep-seated sense of pulse and awareness of stylistic touches and accentuations. All pieces benefit from a strong connection to mood movement or image.

A complete guide to playing guitar for beginners of all ages-The Guitar from Scratch Book and CD package is a complete guide to playing the guitar for beginners of all ages. This method by Christopher Norton andMark Marrington will help you to understand how to play both acoustic and electric guitars on your own even if you have no musical knowledge or experience. Logical steps and constant self appraisal help to maintain motivation and progression levels helping to make this an enjoyable and practical course. With a CD that provides accompaniments as well as hints and tips to aid your development this is a helpful and achieveable method.

Suivant le principe des Microjazz pour instrument soliste, ce recueil contient une succession de morceaux de style populaire classés par ordre de difficulté croissante, ainsi qu´un groupe de compositions de caractère essentiellement rythmique qui tiennent compte de l'ambitus et du caractère propre de l'instrument.Les difficultés rythmiques sont l´obstacle principal à franchir, tout particulièrement lorsque les 2 joueurs jouent ensemble. N'essayez pas de jouer les morceaux trop rapidement. Chaque pièce porte un caractère qui lui est propre et l'exécution aussi précise que fidèle devrait révéler la nature de chaque morceaux aussi bien aux joueurs qu´aux auditeurs.Contenu :Spring SongHungarian StompFleet FeetPromisesWomblingMechanics RagHighly StrungBeguineBoogieYoung at Heart

Microjazz est la célèbre série de pièces basés sur la technique classique, encore à l'aide des styles contemporains populaires comme le jazz, blues, rock ' ne roll et funk. Microjazz vous aide à développer la musicalité et la technique à travers les sons familiers et les styles de musique populaire. C'est cette combinaison unique de genres modernes avec la technique traditionnelle qui a fait Microjazz un succès international avec les enseignants et les joueurs et de la série éducative plus largement utilisée jamais publiée. Nouvelle technologie apporte Microjazz vivante et ajoute une dimension interactive passionnante à la pratique et la performance. Basé sur la technique classique Microjazz, c'est une excellente façon d'introduire de rythme et de développer des compétences de coordination tout en étant amusant pour tous les âges et les normes. Un grand facteur de motivation pour l'étudiant réticent, les pièces sont tout aussi efficaces sur les instruments acoustiques ou électroniques. / Guitare

Complete Performance Resource with Audio CD and Downloadable Extras-Raising the curtain on Christopher Norton’s Micromusicals exciting and accessible musicals for schools based on popular classroom teaching topics from the creator of the internationally-acclaimed Microjazz series. Designed for children aged 7-11 each production lasts around 30 minutes and can be learned rehearsed and performed in as little as 2 days. Stage a class act with this comprehensive and flexible resource:* Straightforward and catchy songs with complete demonstration and backing tracks on an accompanying CD * Voice and piano scores with guitar chords * Photocopiable lyric sheets * Cast list (with number on lines per role) plus succinct costume anddirection suggestions * Comprehensive props checklist * Wide-ranging cross-curricular teaching and classroom activity ideasDownloadable extra resources include:* a wide range of flexible easy band and orchestral parts which can be played in conjunction with the backing tracks or as part of an independent live orchestral or band * flexible prop designs illustrations and banners * PDF lyric sheets and scripts * Powerpoint files containing full script and song lyrics * sound effect audio files * a customisable poster to publicise performances Performance licences available online.Romeo & Juliet - Shakespeare’s tragedy about two ‘star-crossed lovers’ - is an English literary masterpiece studied at Key Stage 2 and 3 as part of the National Curriculum in England as well as at schools and colleges elsewhere in the UK and around the world. In this new Micromusical adaption the abridged story is told through poetry and song.TestimonialsThe micro-musicals have enriched our curriculum and have enabled the topics taught in class to come alive. Through the micro-musicals the children have gained a deeper and broader understanding of the curriculum and have developed a bank of rich language which has supported their writing outcomes. The micro-musicals have provided an excellent opportunity to teach music through all areas of the curriculum and we have been able to use music as a platform to learn history science geography and literature. They have been a good value for money and a valuable resource.-Bronwen Chalmers Head Teacher Davies Lane Primary School

Microjazz for Mandolin-The acclaimed Microjazz series by composer and pianist Christopher Norton has won worldwide popularity for its stimulating blend of contemporary genres and classical values. The series has now been expanded to provide new and engaging progressive repertoire for the beginner to intermediate level Mandolin player.Microjazz For Mandolin contains 20 entertaining and inventive solo pieces complete with a Guitar accompaniment and featuring hints and tips from leading Mandolin expert Barbara Pommerenke-Steel. This book provides an exciting and flexible resource suitable for both teaching and performance.An accompanying audioCD contains full demonstration and backing tracks to enhance practice and performance. Alternative Piano accompaniments for every piece are also available to download as PDFs.

Raising the curtain on Christopher Norton's Micromusicals - exciting and accessible musicals for schools based on popular classroom teaching topics from the creator of the internationally-acclaimed Microjazz series. Designed for children aged 6-12, each production lasts around 30 minutes and can be learned, rehearsed and performed in as little as 2 days.Stage a real class act with this comprehensive and flexible resource:Succinct casting and direction suggestionsOptional props list with a wealth of additional downloadable resourcesStraightforward and catchy songs, with complete demonstration and backing tracks on an accompanying CDVoice and piano scores with guitar chordsA wide range of flexible easy band and orchestral parts available to download which can be played in conjunction with the backing tracks or as part of an independent live orchestral or bandPhotocopiable lyric sheets (also available as downloads for printing or projection)Wide-ranging cross-curricular teaching and classroom activity suggestionsA customisable poster to publicise performancesAncient Egypt is a popular area of study at Key Stage 2 and 3 History in England, as well as in schools elsewhere in the UK and further afield. This Micromusical focuses on Egyptian mythology and deities including Nut (the goddess of the sky) and Ra (the sun god). / Instruments Divers Et Piano

Ce livre est fondé sur le principe des Microjazz, une série de morceaux de style populaire classés par niveau de difficulté croissante. Il contient une sélection de pièces d'un grand intérêt rythmique qui tiennent compte des possibilités et du caractère propre de l'instrument soliste.Il est essentiel de s'entraîner au rythme - on ne peut assez répéter combien il est important de bien sentir où sont les temps dans chaque morceau et, une fois que le rythme a été assimilé, le compositeur espère que l'élève maîtrisera le style et l'interprétation de chaque pièce en portant une attention minutieuse aux nuances et à l'articulation.Contenu :Farmyard BluesInter-City StompOpen SpaceDuetDisco DrivePlay it AgainMixed UpBlues DuetJust a SampleFifth DimensionReflectionsIn a HurryShoehorn BluesOstinatoSteam Train BluesCops and RobbersTake Your TimeCyclingMicrojazz is the world-famous series of pieces based on classical technique yet using popular contemporary styles such as jazz, blues, rock'n'roll and funk. Microjazz helps you develop musicianship and technique through the familiar sounds and styles of popular music. It is this unique combination of modern genres with traditional technique that has made Microjazz an international success with teachers and players, and one of the most widely used educational series ever published. New technology brings Microjazz alive and adds an exciting interactive dimension to practice and performance. Based on classical technique Microjazz is a great way to introduce rhythm and develop co-ordination skills whilst being fun for all ages and standards. A great motivator for the reluctant student the pieces are equally effective on acoustic or electronic instruments.