The Hammered Dulcimer S Companion

Author : Phillip Mason
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
Page : 85 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2010-10-07
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781609748111

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The Hammered Dulcimer's Companion by Phillip Mason Pdf

This book is a treasure-trove of information and music for all players of the hammered dulcimer. Phillip Mason has written the definitive text on the history, tuning, playing technique, harmonic dimensions, construction, and repair of the sweet-voiced instrument. In an extensive essay, he also shares his thoughts on the fundamentals of singing with the hammered dulcimer. Concepts revealed here would be useful to anyone who aspires to sing, or improve ones singing technique. Music and lyrics for 34 songs are included in the Music Section followed by construction tips and plans for building your own hammered dulcimer.

Author : Fintan Vallely
Publisher : NYU Press
Page : 506 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 1999-09
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 0814788025

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The Companion to Irish Traditional Music by Fintan Vallely Pdf

"The Companion to Irish Traditional Music is not just the ideal reference for the interested enthusiast and session player, it also provides a unique resource for every library, school and home with an interest in the distinctive rituals, qualities and history of Irish traditional music and song."--BOOK JACKET.

Author : Bonnie Carol
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
Page : 89 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2011-02-24
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781609744991

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Dulcimer Jam by Bonnie Carol Pdf

Dulcimer Jam takes common and obscure tunes heard in jam sessions and arranges them for hammered dulcimer, fretted dulcimers (with tablature), and other instruments to play in a jam session setting.

Author : Bonnie Carol
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
Page : 81 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2018-10-29
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781609745004

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La Musica by Bonnie Carol Pdf

Author Bonnie Carol learned first hand about soulful Latin American music as she grew up along the Texas-Mexico border. In this book, she takes familiar and obscure Latin American tunes and pieces influenced by Latin music and arranges them for hammered dulcimer, and in some cases fretted dulcimer (with tablature) as well. She draws from a repertoire including Argentinean tangos, Andean panpipe music, Mexican mariachi music, Central American marimba music, and music of the Chicano culture of the Southwest.

Author : Karen Ashbrook
Publisher : Oak Publications
Page : 90 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 1987-06-01
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781783234233

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Playing The Hammered Dulcimer In The Irish Tradition by Karen Ashbrook Pdf

This book is to encourage dulcimer players at the intermediate-to-advanced level to play the “right” way. If you’re going to play a few Irish tunes, why not play them the way they were intended to be played? Then you can enjoy what other Irish musicians have enjoyed for hundreds of years. This book can teach you several basic, simple techniques that create the feel of traditional Irish music.

Author : Linda Thomas
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
Page : 73 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2016-07-19
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781610651790

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Getting Into Hammered Dulcimer by Linda Thomas Pdf

Getting Into Hammered Dulcimer is designed as a "crash course" for hammered dulcimer enthusiasts of ALL experience levels. the fourteen song titles, in standard notation, offer a variety of styles and are presented in the following format; 1. Basic Melody, 2. Embellished/Variation and 3. Back-up Chords/Accompaniment.Additional topics include layout of the hammered dulcimer, tips for tuning, basic theory, major/relative minor scales, chords charts, and playing modulations. the companion CD is recorded to offer three tracks for each selection; 1. Basic melody, 2. Embellished Melody/Variation and 3. Back-up accompaniment.

Author : Madeline MacNeil
Publisher : YOU CAN TEACH YOURSELF
Page : 88 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2015-11-13
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0786693258

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You Can Teach Yourself Hammered Dulcimer by Madeline MacNeil Pdf

Every aspect of the hammered dulcimer and its playing techniques is covered in this comprehensive, yet easy-to-understand text. A masterful teacher, Madeline MacNeil exceeds the expectations of a beginner's book, providing a firm foundation for the development of a total musician while maintaining an engaging, informal tone throughout. With detailed discussions on dulcimer layout, hammers,tuning, and stands plus extensive performance notes on every tune, this book is a valuable asset to the beginning through intermediate player. From Oh Suzanna to Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring, Madeline shows the novice dulcimer player how to map your way through a new piece of music, findingclear, musical directions through what at first must seem like a maze of strings. Alltunes are in standard notation. The book is illustrated with photos as well as quaint woodcuts, engravings, and pen and ink drawings. The companion 85- minute video and audio contains essential basic information on playing the hammered dulcimer--such as tuning, major and minor keys, duplicated notes, repeated notes, modulations, walking bass lines, chromatic notes, drone harmony, back-up chords, interval harmony, and more! Also contains Madeline MacNeil's hammered dulcimer solos on 25 tunes. Audio and video downloads available online

Author : Jessica Waldoff
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 387 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2023-11-02
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781108629485

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The Cambridge Companion to The Magic Flute by Jessica Waldoff Pdf

Since its premiere in 1791, The Magic Flute has been staged continuously and remains, to this day, Mozart's most-performed opera worldwide. This comprehensive, user-friendly, up-to-date critical guide considers the opera in a variety of contexts to provide a fresh look at a work that has continued to fascinate audiences from Mozart's time to ours. It serves both as an introduction for those encountering the opera for the first time and as a treasury of recent scholarship for those who know it very well. Containing twenty-one essays by leading scholars, and drawing on recent research and commentary, this Companion presents original insights on music, dialogue, and spectacle, and offers a range of new perspectives on key issues, including the opera's representation of exoticism, race, and gender. Organized in four sections – historical context, musical analysis, critical approaches, and reception – it provides an essential framework for understanding The Magic Flute and its extraordinary afterlife.

Author : KEN KOLODNER
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
Page : 140 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2013-10-18
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781619114364

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The Sandbridge Waltz and Slow Air Collection: Arranged for Hammered Dulcimer by KEN KOLODNER Pdf

This collection is drawn from Ken Kolodner's extensive library of arrangements for the hammered dulcimer, developed from over 30 years of teaching thousands of workshops. This second book in this two-book companion collection includes traditional and original waltzes, slow airs, marches and O'Carolan. The repertoire draws primarily from the traditional music of the United States (Old-Time), Ireland, Scotland, Quebec, Cape Breton, England, Finland, Sweden, Chile and Israel. Each tune is presented as a simple melody with chord progression along with one or more detailed arrangements, offering a wide range of levels of complexity. Backup and harmony parts are provided for many of the pieces. The book is intended to be a lifetime resource for players of all levels. Kolodner is widelyknown as one of the most prominent teachers and performers of the hammered dulcimer and is especially known for his teaching of arranging and backup techniques.

Author : Mark Jaroslav Bandera,University of Alberta. Huculak Chair of Ukrainian Culture and Ethnography
Publisher : Ukrainian Academic Press
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Music
ISBN : STANFORD:36105008608874

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The Tsymbaly Maker and His Craft by Mark Jaroslav Bandera,University of Alberta. Huculak Chair of Ukrainian Culture and Ethnography Pdf

Author : Eric Jara
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2024-02-17
Category : Music
ISBN : 9798879951028

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Playing Hammered Dulcimer for Beginners by Eric Jara Pdf

"Dive into the enchanting world of the hammered dulcimer with our comprehensive guide, 'Harmonious Beginnings: Mastering the Hammered Dulcimer.' Tailored for beginners, this meticulously crafted book is your gateway to unlocking the mesmerizing melodies and rich tones of this unique instrument. From the basics of understanding the instrument's anatomy to a step-by-step guide on how to properly strike the strings, 'Harmonious Beginnings' ensures that you embark on your musical journey with confidence and proficiency. The book's progressive approach introduces fundamental techniques and gradually builds your skills, providing a solid foundation for your future musical endeavors. Inside, you'll find a harmonious blend of theory, practical exercises, and engaging repertoire, designed to keep you motivated and inspired. Learn to read sheet music, grasp the essentials of dulcimer tuning, and discover the secrets of crafting beautiful arrangements. Whether you're a complete novice or transitioning from another instrument, our expertly curated content caters to all skill levels. What sets 'Harmonious Beginnings' apart is its emphasis on the joy of learning. Through carefully selected exercises and delightful tunes, you'll experience the joy of playing the hammered dulcimer from day one. Each chapter is accompanied by clear illustrations and audio examples, ensuring a seamless and immersive learning experience. Unlock the full potential of your musical expression and embark on a fulfilling journey with 'Harmonious Beginnings: Mastering the Hammered Dulcimer.' Immerse yourself in the world of melodious sounds, and let this book be your companion on the path to becoming a confident and accomplished hammered dulcimer player." GRAB YOUR COPY NOW!!!

Author : MARK ALAN WADE
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
Page : 60 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2012-10-26
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781619113367

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Harmony Time: Embellishments for Hammered Dulcimer by MARK ALAN WADE Pdf

This book and accompanying audio offer an in-depth look at how to add accompaniment and embellishments to melodies on the hammered dulcimer. The material covered in this book illustrates how to enhance simple melodies toshowcase their inherent musicality. Full of illustrations, examples, preparatoryexercises and easy-to-play arrangements, this book is sure to bring new character to your playing. It begins by explaining, in simple terms, how and why harmony works and teaches the solutions to the common exceptions you will encounter. By the end, you will be able to apply the four most common methods dulcimer playersuse to add accompaniments to melodies. Note-for-note transcriptions of fully arranged songs from the author's own repertoire are also included

Author : Paul M. Gifford
Publisher : Scarecrow Press
Page : 482 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2001-06-13
Category : History
ISBN : 9781461672906

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The Hammered Dulcimer by Paul M. Gifford Pdf

The last quarter of the twentieth-century saw a renewed interest in the hammered dulcimer in the United States at the grassroots level as well as from elements of the Folk Revival. This book offers the reader a discussion of the medieval origins of the dulcimer and its subsequent spread under many different names to other parts of the world. Drawing on articles the author has written in English as well as articles by specialists in their own languages, Gifford explains the history and evolution of the instrument. Special attention is paid to the North American tradition from the early 18th-century to the 1970s revival. Drawing from local histories, news clippings, photographs, and interviews, the book examines the playing of the dulcimer and its associated social meanings.

Author : Lois McMaster Bujold
Publisher : Baen Publishing Enterprises
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2008-12-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781618247063

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The Vorkosigan Companion by Lois McMaster Bujold Pdf

Master the Vorkosiverse! "I've always tried to write the kind of book I most loved to reacharacter-centered adventure. Readers return to such books because those characters have become their friends, and there is no limit to the number of times you want to be with your friends again." ¾Lois McMaster Bujold, from The Vorkosigan Companion. It's the companion for everything Miles and Vorkosigan: Insightful essays, encyclopedic entries on the characters, the plots and¾most of all¾the fantastic world-building! Plus, an extensive story-behind-the-story essay on the creation of the books, and a Bujold mini-biography! At the publisher's request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management). "Bujold mixes quirky humor with action [and] superb character development. [E]normously satisfying." ¾Publishers Weekly

Author : Carole Koenig
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2018-04-12
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781619118027

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Hammered Dulcimer Classics by Carole Koenig Pdf

Standard notation and a simple alpha-numerical tablature system are used to present this unusual collection of pre-18th Century tunes for the standard 12/11-course hammered dulcimer. Creating a hybrid of folk and classical elements, Carol Koenig has expanded the repertoire of the hammered dulcimer with melodies from France, Spain, England, and Scotland. The tunes are first presented in a simple melodic statement, then in a more complex harmonized version. The author insists that it is not necessary to be an outstanding sight reader to make beautiful music on the hammered dulcimer, or with this book.