Exercises For High Voice and Piano, 50 Op. 9 Op. 9

This collection of Vocalises contains 45 vocal exercises devised by innovative teacher Gabriel Fauré. When Gabriel Fauré was appointed Director of the Paris Conservatoire in 1905 one of his most pressing concerns – and first achievements – was a complete reform of the teaching of singing. He was determined to introduce mandatory study of art song along with 'exercises developing vocal suppleness articulation and voice placement and production which are the basis of singing teaching'. To this end between 1906 and 1916 he composed a substantial body of accompanied vocalises for use in theConservatoire’s sight-singing examinations. For a century these vocalises – all but one now held in the Archives nationales de France in Paris – have lain unknown to the musical world at large. Their first publication here marks a major event for the vocal teaching repertoire (as well as some entrancing music); a marvellous resource of skilfully devised vocal exercises ranging from elementary to advanced virtuoso level all from one of history’s greatest song composers.

Thirty daily exercises for high voice. These exercises form a transition from the Grand Style to the extreme difficulties of vocalisation. Vol 294 Schirmer's library of musical classics.

For the development of jazz phrasing style and note selection. 21 Bebop Exercises is both a warm-up collection and musical style instruction. These exercises teach the basics of bebop phrasing. Each exercise is presented in all 12 keys moving higher by half step - the perfect jazz warm-up. The companion CD contains all the exercises in 12 keys. Designed for both soloists and ensemble performers.

Voice and piano (classical)-Just as scales and arpeggios build and sustain instrumental technique so vocal exercises are the root of good technique for all singers.Vocal Exercises Book 2 Grades 5-8 And ATCL (High Voice) contains suitable exercises for vocalist’s who are between grades 5-8 and ATCL Diploma level.The exercises in this book are intended to give a useful warm-up and should be practiced throughout the full range of the voice helping you to achieve a relaxed and even sound quality.

Noted jazz pianist, composer, recording artist and educator Andy LaVerne has drawn from his decades of experience playing with master musicians from Getz to Lovano to create this comprehensive compendium of contemporary moving voicings. Quartal, quintal, drop 2, dominant 7b9/diminished, triadic, whole tone and chromatic performance proven voicings pioneered by McCoy Tyner, Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock, and Andy himself are presented and fleshed out in all twelve keys. This book picks up where others leave off, enabling you to replace static chords with voicings that move melodically, dramatically, and gracefully over the entire range of the keyboard. Firmly rooted in contemporary jazz theory, the emphasis is on practical performance applications. Andy ties it all together with illustrations of comping choruses for five standard jazz tunes. Chords in Motion satisfies a long awaited need in actual comping situations, and shows you how to move chords through varying harmonic rhythms. FINALLY ? a book that gives you moving voicings, and sets them in motion in all twelve keys. Chords in Motion is a valuable resource for all keyboardists, arrangers, and instrumentalists. Activate, animate, and energize your comping with this encyclopedic volume. 156 pages, spiral bound for easy opening. Andy carries the flame of jazz piano tradition and just great music. He always inspires me. Chick Corea This is a great book! I am going to sit down and play through this!! I am always telling my non-piano playing students how important it is to work with (and internalize) the sounds that we live with all our lives as Jazz musicians. Coltrane spent years sitting at the piano and so should all of us!!! John Patitucci Berklee College of Music One thing about Andy?he is complete as can be and has been consistently so for years in both his teaching materials and playing. He is completely knowledgeable in such a way that when I play with him, I know he KNOWS!! Plus he is one of the smoothest and polished of players around. Great book?encyclopedic in content. Dave Liebman Founder, Artistic Director, International Association of Schools of Jazz (IASJ) I've played and recorded with Andy LaVerne many times over the years and in many different settings and he's always come up with the hippest, most interesting chords in the most musical way! His way of playing and looking at chords inspires me as a drummer and his rhythm section partner to play things that are in turn inspiring to the rest of the band. This book, helps musicians, understand, in a clear thoughtful presentation, how to go about getting this together. Billy Drummond Jazz Drummer, Educator, Juilliard, NYU Chords in Motion is an outstanding and comprehensive guide by Andy LaVerne, whose encyclopedic knowledge, decades of experience and brilliance as a performer and educator make this an invaluable handbook of modern jazz piano harmony. Its user-friendly, intelligent design enables musicians to expand their harmonic palette and potentially transform their playing, writing and arranging. Chords in Motion is an invaluable contribution to jazz musicians! Lynne Arriale Jazz Pianist, Composer, Educator, Associate Professor of Jazz Piano, Director of Small Ensembles, University of North Florida Chords in Motion is exactly the book I'd expect from Andy LaVerne. It's clear, openhearted and inspiring, as has been every conversation I've had with Andy over the years. Long a fan of his playing, I have enjoyed this look behind the curtain at how Andy LaVerne formulated his signature style. One other thing -- any pianist, no matter his/her approach, will gain insight into what will surely be new and exciting musical directions. Pete Malinverni Jazz Pianist, Educator, Director of Jazz Studies, SUNY Purchase College Conservatory of Music What a great resource for expanding the harmonic palette! Chords in Motion is a must have for the aspiring young jazz pianist as well as the seasoned veteran. Another winner from Andy! Paul Schmeling Jazz Pianist, Educator, Chair Emeritus, Piano Department, Berklee College of Music In Chords in Motion, I recognize chords and sounds that have inspired me to compose and play: harmony from the music of Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock and McCoy Tyner. This book is well organized, and from the beginning gets you playing. Each chord structure is explained and developed. There is plenty to practice. I especially like the exercises using contrary motion, arpeggiation

Grado Elemental-This new edition of Félix Sierra's Lenguaje Musical covers the second volume of the second elementary level course. This new edition features a CD as well as a higher number of exercises devoted to rhythm training and note reading.   In this collection many exercises take the form of a simple Piano accompaniment which seeks three main objectives: facilitate the study of pitch help students to internalise harmonies as well as introduce them to other styles and forms of music. The accompanying CD helps to make the exercises that the student will play a fully realised musical work.   Another new addition is the inclusion of an arrangement for school instruments and Piano of one song with each lesson. The Piano is in a simplified arrangement so the teacher is merely a leader of the group rather than a main player.   Songs and melodies for one or two voices with Piano Accompaniment rhythm exercises note reading percussion small works for Piano basic music theory musical games and an introduction to improvisation and composition are all features of the contents of this book. With harmony always in mind Lenguaje Musical will help children discover the exciting world of music.

Here is an exciting easy-to-use sight-singing method for middle school/jr. high choirs that starts from square one assuming no previous training. It is presented in a logical sequenced order with harmonically combinable exercises to develop rhythmic and melodic independence. The collection offers a variety of a cappella and accompanied songs for 3-Part Mixed voices in two sequenced volumes. Volumes I and II are available in Teacher's Edition and Singer's Edition 5-Pak and contain complete vocal and piano parts. The Teacher's Edition additionally includes complete instruction for use of the method! Available: Teacher's Edition and Singer's Edition 5-Pak. For Gr. 6-9.

Here is an exciting easy-to-use sight-singing method for middle school/jr. high choirs that starts from square one assuming no previous training. It is presented in a logical sequenced order with harmonically combinableexercises to develop rhythmic and melodic independence. The collection offers a variety of a cappella and accompanied songs for 3-Part Mixed voices in two sequenced volumes. Volumes I and II are available in Teacher's Edition andSinger's Edition and contain complete vocal and piano parts. The Teacher's Edition additionally includes complete instruction for use of the method! For Gr. 6-9.

This crowd-pleasing arrangement of the traditional folk song “Sarasponda ” is a fun exercise in theme and variations. For two-part treble voices and piano the melody shifts from major to minor into a smooth waltz and a frantic race to the final bar. A great novelty piece for upper elementary middle school or junior high choirs.