Complete Children's Dulcimer Method

Complete Children's Dulcimer Method
Author: Mara Wasburn
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 81
Release: 2016-07-14
Genre: Music
ISBN: 161911710X

This outstanding children's method for mountain dulcimer is the result of the author's many years of sharing the dulcimer with children and has been successful with children as young as 5 years old. In it you will find many traditional songs and folk tunes arranged for the mountain dulcimer. Each song has a simple strum pattern indicated above it with fret numbers for the melody notes and lyrics included where appropriate. There are instructions for strumming, chording, fingerpicking and for three modal tunings (Ionian, Aeolian and Mixolydian). Harmony is included for many of the songs so two or more dulcimers can play together.

The Miracle Dulcimer

The Miracle Dulcimer
Author: Natalie Buske Thomas
Publisher:
Total Pages: 44
Release: 2012-10
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9780966691986

"The Miracle Dulcimer" describes the instant-play method, how to get started with the dulcimer, tips on how to start a group for regularly playing music, personal stories, and a collection of 27 songs. The Miracle Dulcimer's 27 easy-play songs and instant-play method is ideal for individuals and groups who wish to play music but lack the skill or desire to learn. Natalie Buske Thomas, author of the Serena Wilcox Mysteries, created The Miracle Dulcimer Method when her mother was terminally ill, to enable her mother to instantly play music, without ever having played an instrument before and without any knowledge of how to read sheet music. The Miracle Dulcimer Method is a good option for anyone who wishes to play a real musical instrument (a mountain dulcimer, relatively inexpensive and can even be built from a kit) but lacks the ability or the desire to learn an instrument. This method is a wonderful solution for people with disabilities, special needs, and anyone who would benefit from music therapy. The instant-play method is also a great fit for playing music in groups, such as in church or community centers -- non musicians and children can play right away -- an excellent choice for fellowship and social events for people from all walks of life, mixed ages, and skill levels beginning with "never played an instrument before." Whether you are looking for a new option for a community group, seeking music therapy for yourself or a loved one, or you simply want to play music without the hassle of learning how, this book is for you!

Mel Bay's Complete Dulcimer Handbook

Mel Bay's Complete Dulcimer Handbook
Author: Mark Biggs
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 195
Release: 2003-11
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9780786667949

This book was written as a basic guide and source book for all dulcimer players, from the absolute novice to the most advanced picker. With its 53 songs in various modes and tunings, The Complete Dulcimer Handbook is meant to be used as a songbook, a lesson plan book, and a step-by-step guide from beginner to intermediate or advanced level. The author's basic premise is that, given this instrument's relatively brief pedagogical history, There are no right or wrong ways to play the mountain dulcimer, only harder or easier means of reaching the same ends. The stereo CD features the authors outstanding performance of 17 tunes from the book.

Method for Beginning Mountain Dulcimer

Method for Beginning Mountain Dulcimer
Author: Bing Futch
Publisher: CreateSpace
Total Pages: 134
Release: 2013-09-09
Genre:
ISBN: 9781481163194

Bing Futch's "Method For Beginning Mountain Dulcimer" is the most comprehensive how-to-learn-the-dulcimer book available. You'll learn the basics, sure, and start playing songs right away. Even better, though, is the depth of content that Bing provides for you in this one incomparable volume - technique, repertoire, theory, history, and FUN! Once you've worked your way through this book, you'll be a competent dulcimer player that can enjoy playing with any group. You'll have a great time honing your skills with Bing, and you'll end up with a wealth of technical skills, music fundamentals, and dulcimer repertoire!

Raising Musical Kids

Raising Musical Kids
Author: Robert A. Cutietta
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 291
Release: 2013
Genre: Education
ISBN: 019994167X

Does music make kids smarter? At what age should a child begin music lessons? Where should you purchase an instrument? What should parents expect from a child's teachers and lessons? How can you get kids to practice? Raising Musical Kids answers these and many other questions as it guides parents through everything from assembling a listening library for kids, to matching a child's personality with an instrument's personality, to finding musical resources in your community. Knowing that children can—and often do—get most of their music education from their school, parent and educator Robert Cutietta explores the features and benefits of elementary and secondary school programs, and shows how parents can work with the schools to provide the best possible music program. Throughout the book, Cutietta emphasizes the joy of participating in music for its own sake. The first edition of Raising Musical Kids delighted and informed parents to equal degrees, and this fully-revised second edition is a book that parents everywhere will treasure as a complete road map for developing their child's musical abilities.

Dulcimer Chord Book

Dulcimer Chord Book
Author: Neal Hellman
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 65
Release: 2011-02-25
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1610659082

Over 500 mountain dulcimer chords for the five widely used modes- Mixolydian, Ionian, Lydian, Dorian, and Aeolian-plus jazz and four-string chromatic tunings. Includes an explanation and history of modes, transpositions, using a capo, playing dulcimer in jam sessions, and more. Special case size.

Progressive Piano Method for Young Beginners - Book 1

Progressive Piano Method for Young Beginners - Book 1
Author: Muzician.com
Publisher: LearnToPlayMusic.com
Total Pages: 46
Release: 2023-03-24
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9825323981

For young pianists. Introduces very easy arrangements of over 35 favorite children's songs. Covers five notes on each hand, using the white keys only.