The Abracadabra approach to learning through songs and tunes has set countless beginners on a clear path of progress and enjoyment with their chosen instrument. With carefully graded technique, clear fingering diagrams and concise theory explanations, this best-selling series is the ideal learning companion for pupil and teacher. An established and popular course offering a thorough grounding in basic technique. Now in its third edition, features include: * Carefully graded songs and tunes * Clear guidance on theory and technique * Enough flexibility to suit individual teaching approaches * Ensemble skills taught through duets and trios Read more

Paul Harris’s Basics Series is widely regarded as the leading method for beginner players and their teachers.This edition of Clarinet Basics Pupil’s book offers a fresh design, clear technical drawings, fun illustrations, new activities, pull-out fingering chart and of course all of the great tunes featured in the original Clarinet Basics. Starting at absolute beginner level and progressing to about Grade 2, it contains:warm ups and fun original exercisesinvaluable fact files, quizzes and technical advice covering notation, general musicianship and care of the instrumenthelpful fingering diagrams and rhythm boxespull-out fingering chart to pin on your wallOnline audio featuring piano and clarinet accompaniments to play along with.ContentsStage 1: Going Down! Further Down!: Going Up! Top Floor!: SaucerRainbowStage 2: March Of The Clarinet TeachersDinner Time DanceCircus PolkaMango TangoMerrily We Roll Over On The LotterStage 3: Fast-Food RagThe BellsSmooth MoverSword Dance (Arbeau)The Sun Shines HotStage 4: Cartoon Tune! Sweet And Sour ChickenOde To Joy (Beethoven)Good King WenceslasStage 5: SpooksMinty MarchBubblegumOteng ‘Teng’When The Saints Go Marching InStage 6: Swaying In The BreezeSkip To M’louThe Birch TreeRenaissance Dance (Susato)Stage 7: Dance Of The Broken Clarinet ReedsLicorice WaltzMozart: Twinkle, Twinkle, Satellite DishJasmine FlowersPop Goes The WeaselStage 8: Babbling BrookHaunted HouseGibbons: The Woods So WildeJudge’s DanceChiapenecasStage 9: Steam TrainMarch Of The Guinea PigsDaisy, DaisySwanee RiverStage 10: Funky FootstepsSonata In FCamptown Races (Foster)Happy BirthdayStage 11: Rock SolidThe Floral DanceFight The God FightQuelle Est Cette Odeur AgreeableStage 12: Dinosaur ParkThings That Go Bump In The NightPoor Wayfaring StrangerMinuet (Bach) Stage 13: Monday MorningFriday Night!Aura LeeFrankie And JohnnyStage 14: Suspense MovieSarabandeDown Memory LaneWinterStage 15: Kangaroo WaltzTiger TangoA Nordic TaleMountain StreamMarchStage 16: Take A BreakBreak UpBreak DownBreak EvenYankee DoodleSweet Betsy From PikeStage 17: Coffee BeansRound DanceTheme From EastendersWaltz (Britten)Stage 18: Tongue TangoRush HourScarborough FairStage 19: Happy MusicKing Richard’s PavaneTV MovieThe English National AnthemTwilightStage 20: The Can-Can (Offenbach)Canon Can-CanTheme From The Archers (Wood)Stage 21: Hit The Roof!AmsterdamAffair In ManhattanGreensleevesBe Flat Cha-Cha-ChaDark BluesyBilk: Stranger On The Shore Read more

Saxophone Basics Series is a landmark method for beginner saxophone players by one of the leading figures in saxophone education, Andy Hampton. Comprising pupil’s tutor book, teacher’s book with accompaniment parts and an array of online resources. Saxophone Basics Pupil's book offers a fresh design, clear technical drawings, fun illustrations, new activities, pull-out fingering chart and of course all of the great tunes featured in the original Saxophone Basics. Starting at absolute beginner level and progressing to Grade 2, it contains:a wide range of repertoire, including original pieces and well-loved favourites from every genrewarm ups and fun original exercises invaluable fact files, quizzes and technical advice covering notation, general musicianship and care of the instrumenthelpful fingering diagrams and rhythm boxesduets throughout – ideal for group teachingpull-out fingering chart to pin on your wallonline audio containing piano and saxophone accompaniments to play along with.There is a separate Teacher's book available for both Alto Saxophone and Tenor Saxophone, which offer tips on how to approach new techniques and motivate young players. These would be particularly helpful for teachers who are not saxophone specialists. Contents:Down To Earth Up And Away Life's Little Ups And Downs Bitter Sweet At The End Of The Night Feel The Heat. Come Join The Band And So It Goes Cor Blimey. Merrily We Blow Along Caribbean Calypso Stop FEEF! Brazilian Girl. Sorted! The F# Files Set Em Up This Land Is My Land Cool Ghoul. As I Walked Out Sad Jazz Waltz When The Saints Rock That Sax! About Face Song Of The Volga Boatman. Razor Sharp That Sinking Feeling Deep D Duet Call Of The Wild Carnival Of Venice Swanee River. Woogie Boogie A Whole Lot Of Soul Dotty Mazurka Nobody Knows The Trouble I ve Seen. Lazy Days Knock, Knock It's A Cinch Prokofieff: Lieutenant Kije No Better Blues Hatikvah Sweet Betsy From Pike. Be Happy, Be Natural, Be Flat Cool 4 Cats Cat's Tail Swing. Two Down, One On The Side The Ashgrove Frankie And Johnny. Dee For Two La Follia Green Onions Just Left Of Right. Concert Pieces Vivace Walk The Cat Lay Me Down Blue Call. Warm-Up Bossa Greensleeves One Mint Julep. Wave Them Goodbye Duetteud Creepin Around. C U Down There Go With The Flow You And Me. Which Way Now? That Swing Things. God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen Tell Me About It Here Comes The Blues. I m Late For School! Wintertime Blues. Take Your Partners Please Scarborough Fair. Goodall: Theme From Red Dwarf Harris: Miami Beach Franck: Allegretto Another Wet Wednesday. Lisk: Theme From Men Behaving Badly Beethoven: 7th Symphony 2nd Movt Alone Again Read more

Learn to play the clarinet with popular pieces – lessons and sheet music for beginnersThe Abracadabra approach to learning through songs and tunes has set countless beginners on a clear path of progress and enjoyment with their chosen instrument. With carefully graded technique, clear fingering diagrams and concise theory explanations, this best-selling series is the ideal learning companion for pupil and teacher.An established and popular course offering a thorough grounding in basic technique.Now in its third edition, features include:• Carefully graded songs and tunes• Clear guidance on theory and technique• Enough flexibility to suit individual teaching approaches• Ensemble skills taught through duets and trios Read more

Brand new repertoire to support brass instruments in ABRSM graded music exams. Shining Brass is a collection of newly-commissioned repertoire pieces and studies that can be played by any brass instrument. Key features: Pieces set on Lists A, B and C of Grades 1-3 of the Trumpet and Trombone syllabuses and the Horn, E flat Horn, Baritone/Euphonium and Tuba syllabuses. A single part book that can be used by all treble- and bass-clef brass including E flat Tuba Recordings of full performances, and backing tracks in all keys, are available on major streaming services Separate B flat, E flat and F piano accompaniment books Download of an additional part for B flat Tuba, bass-clef readers from www.abrsm.org/shiningbrass Read more

Are you searching for the perfect piano book for beginners to practice at the comfort of your home?Look no further! With 40 famous songs presented through large, colorful notes, and complemented by downloadable audio files, beginning pianists will engage with the fundamentals of music in an enjoyable and interactive manner.This book employs a color-coded system, designed specifically for those beginning their piano or keyboard journey. The method simplifies traditional sheet music by assigning distinct colors to different notes, creating a learning experience that is both more approachable and fun.Here's what this book offers:🔴 40 EASY PIANO SONGS FOR BEGINNERS: It features a wide array of simple tunes, ranging from popular children's songs and nursery rhymes to easy-to-play classical pieces, alongside timeless evergreens, and festive Christmas carols.🟠 FUN COLOR-CODED CUT-OUTS: Enhance your learning experience with playful, color-coded cut-outs that you can easily tape to your piano keys. These visual aids reinforce the color system, making it even easier to match notes to keys and accelerate your learning process.🟡 NOTES FOR BOTH HANDS: To encourage proper technique from the start, the pieces include notes for both hands. This approach fosters full keyboard familiarity, avoiding the common beginner’s habit of using only one hand or the index finger.🟢 LARGE PRINT AND CLEAR LAYOUT: The book utilizes a large font and a clean layout for each song, making reading easier and learning more accessible, ensuring a frustration-free experience.🔵 BONUS: DOWNLOADABLE AUDIO FILES: Unsure how a piece should sound? Access our bonus audio files to familiarize yourself with each song's melody, rhythm, and tempo. Dive into the vibrant world of music and piano!Purchase this book NOW! It also makes a fantastic birthday or Christmas gift.Songs featured in this book include:Twinkle, Twinkle, Little StarThis Old ManSwan LakeMary Had a Little LambBrother John (Frère Jacques)Hush, Little BabyHappy BirthdayFive Little DucksJoy to the WorldAngels We Have Heard on HighAway in a MangerBaby SharkDeck the HallsFor He's a Jolly Good FellowLondon Bridge Is Falling DownOde to Joy (Anthem of Europe)BingoGreensleevesHava NagilaPat-a-CakeThe First NoëlThe Wheels on the BusAlouetteClair de LuneIf You're Happy and You Know ItO Tannenbaum (O Christmas Tree)Oranges and LemonsShe'll Be Coming 'Round the MountainSilent NightThe Holly and the IvyYankee DoodleAmerica The BeautifulAuld Lang SyneWe Wish You a Merry ChristmasBella CiaoCan CanFür EliseWe Three Kings of Orient AreJingle BellsOh, Susanna! Read more

This is a great first book choice for any child who wants to learn to play the recorder. The book will awaken the child’s interest in learning a new instrument and guide him or her step by step in a simple and fun way. We know how important it is to keep a child’s enthusiasm and joy, especially in the beginning stages of learning to play an instrument. Give your child the opportunity to enter the wonderful world of music!A book for the soprano recorder (German and Baroque system). For beginners, we recommend the German system.The book includes 60 easy recorder songs for kids of all ages and teens;Learning step by step: starting with more simple tunes, then gradually moving to more complex songs;Includes music theory, instrument history, practice, recommendations and many entertaining songs;Learn the position of the body and hands, how to breathe properly and play easily;Letters above each note and simple explanations;Convenient large US Letter print size;Includes most popular and memorable songs for children and teenagers;Video accompaniment to all lessons by direct link inside the book;2-in-1 Book: Recorder lessons and video + 60 Songs.Getting the right Starter book is half the result! There is no CD or recorder included with the book. Read more

This book is the perfect introduction to the Recorder for kids of all ages.Aimed at complete beginners, children can easily follow the clear and simple diagrams and photos to learn their first notes, play fun tunes and gain confidence playing their first recorder!This great beginner’s book also provides a great introduction to reading and playing music, includes a fun pull-out Wall Chart to help with practice, and will have kids playing their first tunes in no time!* Easy to follow instructions and illustrations* Simple exercises to follow and practice* Learn at their own pace* Fun and easy songs, exercises and tunes to play* Great pull-out wall chart!* Simply follow the lessons in the book and kids will be playing recorder in no time ! Read more

The Piano Prep Test is an ideal introduction to the ABRSM exam experience: it gives beginner pianists a goal to work towards and a certificate on the day - something to be really proud of. The test covers many elements that young players will be working on, including pitch, time, tone and performance, and offers the perfect stepping stone to ABRSM's Initial Grade piano exam. Our Piano Prep Test book from 2025 is bound to captivate budding pianists with its engaging and characterful repertoire, listening games and entertaining illustrations. The fresh and vivid tunes, solos and duets - all specially written for this book - will make preparing for the Piano Prep Test more rewarding than ever! Read more

Complete saxophone instruction book for beginners. For kids 12+ and adults.This step-by-step guide is for anyone who wants to master the instrument and learn to play their favorite songs effortlessly. The book is also for those who want to learn to swing, play the blues and practice improvisation.The book is primarily for alto saxophone but is also suitable for tenor and soprano.History, types, and parts of the instrument.Choosing an instrument.Putting the instrument together, care and maintenance of the saxophone.The right playing posture and breathing.How to tongue a note.Complete music theory: levels 1 and 2 starting with basics.Swing, blues, improvisation - theory and practice.33 simple tunes without accompaniment and 22 tunes with accompaniment.Practical exercises with photo, audio and video examples.Fingering chart.Extras:55 songs included in the book!Getting the right Starter book is half the result!There is no CD included with the book. Audio and video files are available online via a direct link inside the book. Read more

Brand new repertoire to support brass instruments in ABRSM graded music exams. Shining Brass is a collection of newly-commissioned repertoire pieces and studies that can be played by any brass instrument. Key features: Pieces set on each of Lists A, B and C of Grades 4-5 of the ABRSM 2017 syllabuses for Trumpet and Trombone and Horn, E flat Horn, Baritone/ Euphonium and Tuba A single part book that can be used by all treble- and bass-clef brass including E flat Tuba * Read more

Discover the Joy of Playing the Harmonica!Have you ever wanted to play an instrument that’s fun, portable, and can make beautiful music in any style? How to Play the Harmonica for Beginners is your perfect guide to starting your harmonica journey, even if you’ve never played an instrument before!What You’ll Learn Inside This Book:Understanding the Harmonica: Dive into the fascinating world of this small but mighty instrument. Learn about different types of harmonicas, like diatonic, chromatic, and tremolo, and discover which one is right for you.Step-by-Step Basics: Start from scratch with detailed instructions on how to hold your harmonica properly and get familiar with essential techniques like breathing and producing clear notes. You’ll also learn about single notes and tongue blocking to play smoothly and confidently.Simple Melodies and Chords: Practice easy songs that will have you playing in no time. As you progress, you’ll learn to play chords and master basic melodies that are perfect for beginners.Advanced Techniques: Ready to take your skills to the next level? This book introduces advanced methods, like bending notes for expressive sounds and improvisation techniques to jam along with friends. You’ll even get tips on playing amplified harmonica for a bold, powerful sound.Music Styles for Everyone: Whether you’re into blues, rock, pop, or classical, the harmonica is versatile enough to play them all. The book guides you through techniques and styles to fit your favorite genre.Care and Maintenance: Keep your harmonica in great shape with easy care tips. Learn how to clean and maintain your instrument so it’s always ready for your next performance.Practice Makes Perfect: The book emphasizes the importance of regular practice and provides helpful tips for building a strong practice routine. Discover how practicing for just 15-20 minutes a day can transform your playing skills!How to Play the Harmonica for Beginners is packed with practical exercises, music theory, and fun facts about the harmonica’s rich history. Whether you’re a complete beginner or have some experience, this book has everything you need to make beautiful music and enjoy the amazing journey of learning the harmonica.Grab your harmonica and get ready to make music—one note at a time! Read more

Improve your sight-reading! Flute Grades 1-3 is part of the best-selling series by Paul Harris, guaranteed to improve your sight-reading! This workbook helps the player overcome problems by building up a complete picture of each piece, through rhythmic and melodic exercises related to specific technical issues, then by studying prepared pieces with associated questions, and finally by going solo with a series of meticulously graded sight-reading pieces. This edition now includes supporting audio available online for students to check their performances against.The Improve your sight-reading! series will help you improve your reading ability, and with numerous practice tests included, will ensure sight-reading success in graded exams. Read more

Learn to play the flute with popular pieces – lessons and sheet music for beginnersFind your download at collins.co.uk/abracadabra-downloadsThe Abracadabra approach to learning through songs and tunes has set countless beginners on a clear path of progress and enjoyment with their chosen instrument. With carefully graded technique, clear fingering diagrams and concise theory explanations, this best-selling series is the ideal learning companion for pupil and teacher.An established and popular course offering a thorough grounding in basic technique.Now in its third edition, features include:• Carefully graded songs and tunes• Clear guidance on theory and technique• Enough flexibility to suit individual teaching approaches• Ensemble skills taught through duets and trios• Playalong CDs for home practice Read more

(Music Sales America). Learning to play harmonica is now easier than ever before! The Absolute Beginners course has been designed to tell you everything you need to know from the very first time you pick up your harmonica. With this superb book you get a comprehensive harmonica course featuring step-by-step pictures which take you from first day exercises to playing along with backing tracks. The book contains practical advice and tips covering everything you need to know about setting up, playing and maintenance, and audio versions of the exercises in addition to full-length accompaniment tracks for you to play along with. Read more

(Bass). If you're new to the bass, you are probably eager to learn some songs. This book provides easy arrangements in tab with lyrics for the most popular songs bassists want to play. Includes: American Girl * Billie Jean * Blister in the Sun * Crossfire * Hey Joe * I Got You (I Feel Good) * Livin' on a Prayer * Low Rider * Money * Monkey Wrench * My Generation * Paranoid * Peter Gunn * The Pink Panther * Roxanne * Should I Stay or Should I Go * Uptown Funk * What's Going On * With or Without You * Yellow * and more! Read more

This book is part of Alfred's Ultimate Movie Instrumental Solos series arranged for flute, clarinet, alto sax, tenor sax, trumpet, horn in F, trombone, violin, viola, cello, and optional piano accompaniment. All wind instrument arrangements are fully compatible, and can be successfully performed as ensembles or solos by students who have completed the first book of any standard band method. A fully orchestrated accompaniment MP3 CD is provided, featuring each song as a live performance demo track followed by a play-along track. Titles: Cantina Band * Follow the Yellow Brick Road / We're Off to See the Wizard * Gollum's Song * Hedwig's Theme * James Bond Theme * Obliviate * Pink Panther Theme * Raiders March * Superman Theme * Wonka's Welcome SongDue to level considerations regarding keys and instrument ranges, the wind instrument arrangements are not compatible with the string instrument arrangements in this series. Read more

Really Easy Jazzin' About (Trombone) is a vibrant collection of original pieces in a range of contemporary styles, arranged for the absolute beginner trombone player by Pam Wedgwood and featuring piano accompaniments. So take a break from the classics and get into the groove as you cruise from blues, to rock, to jazz.ContentsCheeky Cherry **Trinity Guildhall selected piece: Euphonium, Baritone syllabus 2010Wrap It Up **Trinity Guildhall selected piece: Trombone syllabus 2010Cat WalkThe JokerHot ChilliEasy Tiger **Trinity Guildhall selected piece: Euphonium, Baritone syllabus 2010 and Trombone syllabus 2010Simply The Rest! **Trinity Guildhall selected piece: Euphonium, Baritone syllabus 2010Dragonfly **Trinity Guildhall selected piece: Euphonium, Baritone syllabus 2010 and Trombone syllabus 2010ButtercupBlow-away BluesLast Stop!Riding Out West **Trinity Guildhall selected piece: Trombone syllabus 2010. Read more

This Trinity College London Flute Scales and Arpeggios book contains all the scales and arpeggios required for Trinity College London Flute and Jazz Flute examinations 2015 onwards, for Grades 1 to 8 • three pieces from each of Lists A, B and C • appealing and varied repertoire • carefully edited and clearly presented throughout • helpful information about the pieces and the exam. Read more

Cool Clarinet Repertoire includes lots of fun pieces to play alongside the Course Book (3612227). Now available with MP3 downloads instead of CD.Contents Annie's songBluebirdsBoogie woogie jingle bellsBrave and boldCop chaseFar awayFeelin' sadFrère Jacques trioFunky Miss MuffetGirls and boysIn the light of the moonJust can't waitKeep on smilingLavender's blueLucky boots bossaMango tango manMary had a little lambMerrily we jazz alongMrs MuddleOde to joyPease pudding/ Skip to my LouSneaky shotStarlight nocturneSynco-rock 2 - ABRSM gr.1 Exam Piece (2014-2017)The grand old Duke of Yorkhe team's lamentThis old manWhen the Saints go marching inWishing on a star Read more