Get a Grip - Book 2

Music Genius and Rage-Other people locked themselves away and hid from their demons. Townes flung open his door and said 'Come on in.' So writes Harold Eggers Townes Van Zandt's longtime road manager and producer in My Years with Townes Van Zandt: Music Genius and Rage - a gripping memoir revealing the inner core of an enigmatic troubadour whose deeply poetic music was a source of inspiration and healing for millions but was for himself a torment struggling for dominance among myriad personal demons. Townes Van Zandt often stated that his main musical mission was to write the perfect song that would save someone's life. However his life was a work in progress he was constantly struggling to shapeand comprehend. Eggers says of his close friend and business partner that like the master song craftsman he was he was never truly satisfied with the final product but always kept giving it one more shot one extra tweak one last effort. A vivid firsthand account exploring the source of the singer's prodigious talent widespread influence and relentless path toward self-destruction My Years with Townes Van Zandt presents the truth of that all-consuming artistic journey told by a close friend watching it unfold.

The legendary Peter Erskine reveals the techniques and secrets behind his success in this unique Book and DVD set!. An eye-opening look into the mind of one of the world's greatest drummers adds depth to every drummer's playing! Features include drumset basics, the grip, chart reading and interpretation, over 300 beats to practice, warm-up exercises, and complete charts to play along with the DVD. Plus, tips and instructions for playing fills, comping, soloing, ensemble playing, and using brushes make this the perfect fit for drummers everywhere! The included DVD features Peter demonstrating rhythm and techniques, talking about his playing philosophy, plus interviews with members of the Erskine Quartet! / Batterie Et Percussions

The Flatpicking Sourcebook is a comprehensive collection that teaches the fundamental techniques involved in this important playing method. Written by Italian virtuoso Beppe Gambetta this weighty bookcovers all the essentials along with examples in standard notation tab and downloadable demonstrations. Flatpicking is a Guitar technique that involves playing with a plectrum as opposed to the fingers. Amaster of this technique and many styles of music Beppe Gambetta is your guide in this newly-translated edition of his definitive guide to playing in this style.  From the fundamentals- left and right hand techniques plectrum grip - all the way to solo pieces duets and ensemble arrangements this is both a fantastic introduction to Flatpicking Guitar and a useful resource for moreexperienced players looking for a reference work. Other essential topics in The Flatpicking Sourcebook are warm-ups strumming crosspicking scales improvisation open tunings anddifferent arrangements. Not only will Gambetta teach you how to flatpick you will get important practice with the 75 exercises licks solo pieces and other arrangements also demonstrating the full extent of thisfascinating and rich style. The accompanying download card includes demonstrations of all the material by Beppe Gambetta himself letting you hear a true master show you how it'sdone. This thorough and authoritative Flatpicking Sourcebook is a detailed guide to the techniques and fundamentals of an inimitable style passed down through generations ofgenius musicians.

Morton James (Taught). Par MORTON JAMES. Drumming accessibles pour le débutant complet ! Ce facile à suivre livre enseigne les concepts de base tambour percussions set progressivement, c'est vous le bâton avec elle, vous aurez une bonne base sur laquelle construire davantage votre musicalité. Quatre pistes d'apprentissage sont présentés dans le livre : Technique-y compris les grip, coller et les méthodes utilisées pour réaliser des sons musicaux, ainsi que le principe de bonnes habitudes dès le début de l'apprentissage. Principes de la lecture de lecture de base sont introduites dans ce livre en ordre logique. Ecrit par réellement hiéroglyphes les rythmes vous trouvez difficile, vous allez développer une intime de plus en plus conscience des valeurs note et reste si dont ils sont constitués. Après application des principes fondamentaux sont introduits, vous aurez l'occasion de les appliquer dans le contexte musical. Le compagnon vidéo est inclus. Complet et facile à comprendre, ce DVD passionnant de percussions chargé avec des informations utiles. Recommandé pour le batteur de début de tout âge, vous pouvez thé... / Niveau : Débutant / All Styles - Methods / Méthode / Batterie

Par MORTON JAMES. Drumming accessibles pour le débutant complet ! Ce facile à suivre livre enseigne tambour base définie les concepts de percussions progressivement, afin que si vous persévérez avec elle, vous aurez une bonne base sur laquelle poursuivre votre musicalité. Quatre pistes d'apprentissage sont présentés dans le livre : Technique - y compris le grip, collage et méthodes utilisées pour réaliser des sons musicaux, ainsi que le principe de bonnes habitudes dès le début de l'apprentissage. Lecture - lecture de principes fondamentaux sont introduites dans ce livre en ordre logique. Ecriture - par réellement hiéroglyphes les rythmes vous trouvez difficile, vous allez développer une intime de plus en plus conscience des valeurs note et reste dont ils sont constitués. Application - après que les principes de base sont introduits, vous aurez la possibilité de les appliquer dans un contexte musical. Comprend un CD démontrant les exemples dans le livre est disponible. / Niveau : Débutant / All Styles - Methods / Méthode / Batterie

An Introduction To Creative Metal Drumming-Randy Black is synonymous with extreme metal drumming and with many years of performance and teaching experience behind him the master is releasing this 2 DVD pack so that anyone can benefit from his wealth ofknowledge. 'What started out as a plan to record a few songs in pro quality for promotional purposes ended up being this double DVD filmed and recorded at Monongo Studios in Berlin Germany. When I approached ROAXfilms about it they suggested I do a full-fledged instructional DVD. It was not my original plan but after thinking it over and coming up with a concept I thought I'd give it a shot. It also had to do with thefact that I'd been teaching for quite a few years and knew I had something to offer to a wide variety of levels of players. I hope you can take something from these DVDs and apply it to your playing in your own personal way. With today's recording methods it's very common that certain programs/software are used to improve or fix someone's playing; it's standard procedure. I wanted this DVD to be 'old school' in the sense that there was not onenote I played that was moved or quantized. Nor were there any samples used. I wanted the listener/viewer to hear and see how I play naturally and how the drum kit sounds acoustically. Every single drum note you hear played on thisDVD was played by yours truly from start to finish' - Randy Black Disk 1 Includes: Basic rudiments on the practice pad Advice toyoung drummers Hand grip and technique Stretching and stick tricks Applying various rudiments on the kit Hi-hat foot technique Independence exercises/moving accents Various fills and rhythms from Randy's recordings Crossovers Applying different styles to metal music Tools

Leo Fender's company changed the course of popular music in 1954 when they introduced the Stratocaster. Since then the Strat has been played by countless guitarists from Jimi Hendrix to Buddy Guy and Jeff Beck. In this book interviews with important Strat players from every decade illustrate the instrument's versatility playability and continuing importance. This is the complete story of the Stratocaster and the Fender company from the struggles of the 1950s to the new models retro reissues and luscious collectibles of the 21st century. The Stratocaster Guitar Book is a glorious compendium of beautiful pictures a gripping history anda detailed guide to all Strat models. A must for all guitar lovers!

With a fully revised and updated edition, Book Two of the renowned John Thompson's Adult Piano Course has been tailor-made for the adult beginner, who is getting to grips with the basics of Piano playing. The accompanying download card will allow you to hear how each example should be played, allowing you to continue your progression smoothly from Book One.John Thompson's Piano Course has long been the standard for beginning Piano tuition, and now the Adult Piano Course ignites the flame for older beginners who have decided to take up that most valuable pastime in later life, as it truly is never too late. Featuring authoritative instructions and advice that is practical and useful, this second volume of the hugely popular Piano tutor series explores the techniques and theory that were introduced in the first book, but in greater depth and detail, as well as introducing new, more advanced concepts that you will be learning for the first time.Book Two of the John Thompson's Adult Piano Course will guide you through concepts such as pedal points, new chord studies, grace notes, syncopation, arpeggios, staccato, major and minor scales and many more essential concepts, all the while using fantastic music to illustrate and contextualise the ideas. With its authoritative tone and comprehensive instructions, you'll be building on everything you learned in the first book in no time at all.As in the previous volume, this book places equal emphasis on musical theory and musicality, providing you with good examples on which to focus your practising of a particular technique. If you have a teacher, they will be able to decide how best to use the book, but if you are teaching yourself it's still an incredibly useful and efficient tool for helping you make the most of your abilities. The unique Download Card is also a hugely beneficial feature, allowing you to hear example demonstrations of each exercise, ensuring you get everything perfect.The John Thompson's Adult Piano Course has been a favourite and a stalwart of beginning pianist's bookshelves for decades. Now, with this full updated edition of Book Two, all of the crucial information and practical exercises have been giving a modern makeover. The addition of the download card technology makes this book so easy-to-use and helpful, ensuring that adult beginners get the most out of their Piano. / Piano

Media Type : Book CD DVD Level : Beginning Musical Genre : All Styles Series : You Can Teach Yourself Number of pages : 96 Drumming made accessible for the complete beginner! This easy to follow book teaches basic drum set percussion concepts progressively, so that is you stick with it, you will have a good foundation upon which to further build your musicianship. Four learning tracks are presented in the book: Technique- including the grip, sticking, and methods used to achieve musical sounds, as well as the principle of learning good habits from the beginning. Reading-basic reading principles are introduced in this book in logical sequence. Writing-By actually notating the rhythms you find challenging, you'll develop an increasingly intimate awareness of the note and rest values if which they are comprised. Application-after basic principles are introduced, you'll have the opportunity to apply them in musical context. The companion video is included. Thorough and easy to understand, this exciting percussion DVD loaded with useful information. Recommended for the beginning drummer of any age, You Can Teach Yourself Drums progressively introduces drumset basics from setup and basic sticking patterns to rock and funk grooves and fills involving syncopation. CD also included.

Get a Better Grip on Neck Navigation!. Par CHARUPAKORN JOE. Mastering the 5-string banjo neck can be a challenge, even for very experienced players. The diagrams in this book will help you quickly memorize scales and chords that may have previously seeemed difficult to grasp. You'll be able to easily see and understand how scale and chord shapes are laid out and how they connect and overlap across the neck. The material is presented in all 12 keys, using complete 12-fret neck diagrams with color-coded displays of the most common fingerings. Mastering the 5-string banjo neck can be a challenge, even for very experienced players. The diagrams in this book will help you quickly memorize scales and chords that may have previously seemed difficult to grasp. You'll be able to easily see and understand how scale and chord shapes are laid out and how they connect and overlap across the neck. The material is presented in all 12 keys, using complete 12-fret neck diagrams with color-coded displays of the most common fingerings. / Pédagogie / Etude / Banjo

Get A Better Grip On Neck Navigation. Par CHARUPAKORN JOE. Mastering the mandolin neck can be a challenge, even for very experienced players. The diagrams in this full-color book will help you quickly memorize scales and chords that may have previously seemed difficult to grasp. You'll be able to easily see and understand how scale and chord shapes are laid out and how they connect and overlap across the neck. The material is presented in all 12 keys, using complete 12-fret neck diagrams with color-coded displays of the most common fingerings./ Méthode / Mandoline

The Playing Techniques series marks the culmination of legendary drummers Ralph Humphrey and Joe Porcaro's deep contribution to drum set education. Covering the study of everything pertaining to the proper technical performance of music on the drum set, the materials are presented in a systematic manner similar to a college course, which the authors refined over decades of teaching at Musicians Institute and Los Angeles College of Music. Book one covers the basic approach to hand technique; stick grip, fulcrum, rebound, and accents; foot technique; phrase development; doubles and diddles; and Category 1, hand-to-hand, and straight sticking concepts. Throughout the course, all the hand techniques, strokes, and rhythms are coupled with foot ostinatos to develop a strong set of playing skills that are applicable to all styles of music. / Drums / Hudson Music

Take your snare drum playing to the next level with Essential Snare Drum Techniques! This superb DVD presentation will give the viewer an extensive insight into the art of snare drum technique. Learn to use traditional grip and how it applies to sticking patterns. Gain valuable insight into rudimental studies and how to maintain your snare drum technique.Discover the Moeller system and its application to snare drum technique. Enjoy advanced rudiments and have fun with stick tricks. Simon Mellish has been a professional drummer for over 15 years and runs a drum teaching practice called Percussion Works. Hehas also authored two books and written many articles about snare drum technique and is a regular contributor to Drummer Magazine.