Tutor DVD by Instrument
Learn at your own pace and open the door to the world of harmonica music! Play Today! is the ultimate self-teaching method, and this DVD is designed to offer quality instruction, terrific songs, and on-screen harmonica tablature so you can play all the music examples. Simply follow along with the music on the screen as you watch and listen to the teacher. This complete guide to the basics covers: songs, chords and melodies · cross harp, bending and fun tricks · playing tips and techniques · harmonica tablature.
Kevin Burke passes on his vast knowledge through an in depth study of some of his favourite tunes, styles and techniques. Focusing on polkas, slides and jigs he teaches the basic tune, along with several variations, then shows you the ornaments, grace notes, rolls, double stopsetc. that make this music so distinctive. 90 minutes </p>
For the two row B/C also C#/D tuning. Peter Browne now shares his amazing right hand techniques with you. One button triplets, two button triplets, two and three finger triplets, standard cuts, roll and triplet cuts, five note rolls, two button rolls, rhythms, off beats, syncopation, vibrato, scales and exercises and much more.
The accordionist in the popular Cajun band Balfa Toujours takes his exploration of the instrument beyond the basics. Dirk Powell covers topics such as ornamentation, syncopation, phrasing, anticipating the bellows changes, creating rhythmic effects and many other techniques to get a real hot Cajun sound. The songs include The Wafus Two-Step, Lafayette Playboy Waltz, Hick's Wagon Wheel Special, Dimanche Apres-midi (Sunday Afternoon). 60-MIN. · EARLY INTERMEDIATE LEVEL
Even if you weren't lucky enough to be born and raised in southwest Louisiana, you can still learn to play authentic Cajun accordion! Dirk Powell gives you all the tools you'll need to play this dynamic instrument.
William Bay and Mike Buerk teach you, in a step-by-step manner, how to play the soprano or descant recorder. Time signatures, sharps and flats and all of the basic notes are taught. In addition, you will be able to play along with many great recorder songs, ranging in style from classic to Irish ballads to ragtime to jazz to blues! Learn over 70 recorder solos!
This instructional DVD presents Daniel Ho's unique and creative Ukulele method in an entertaining and easy-to-understand format
"This is a clear, friendly and helpful introduction to the art of accompanying (Celtic) tunes on the guitar….straightforward, usable information…charming presentation." Martin Simpson
Get in on the jam session! Novice pickers can just grab an instrument, slip the DVD into the player and play along with confidence. Pete Wernick and his all-star team teach you the ins and outs of 'jam etiquette', along with the basics of music theory and important jamming hints.
This DVD lesson is perfect for those who want to play three-finger style bluegrass banjo -from scratch. Pete (Dr.Banjo) Wernick will have you picking right from the opening minutes of this DVD. By the time you finish, you'll accompany songs, play solos, and have a real understanding of the instrument. 100 minutes. Includes tab.
Spice up your repertoire with more advanced techniques and a new tuning, G modal! Bob provides a deeper analysis of previously-learned skills, adds drop thumb style to the mix, and experiments with variations and endings. Advice on choosing a banjo. Songs: Arkansas Traveler, Cluck Old Hen, The Eighth Of January, Sally Goodin. 50 Minutes. Tab Enclosed.
Frank Lee breaks down the traditional clawhammer style that has become his trademark. Fiddler David Bass joins Frank to show how a banjo and fiddle work together playing a traditional tune, and all the Freight Hoppers join in for a rousing finale.
55 Mins.
Tab Enclosed.
With Pete 'Dr.Banjo' Wernick.
Anyone with any instrument can join in with this Bluegrass jam session, even if you've never tried it before...all you need are four basic chords to play along with the band!
2 hours. Chords and lyrics enclosed.
This intimate look at Ralph Stanley's pioneering banjo style begins with the first tunes he learned from his mother in the old-time clawhammer technique, and progresses through the three-finger bluegrass picking he helped make famous.
If you're among the millions of fans who love the signature sound of the Kingston Trio and want to create it on your banjo, this fun and easy lesson on DVD complete with enclosed Tab is for you