The Mandolin Project

Author : Graham McDonald
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780980476279
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.75/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Mandolin written by Graham McDonald and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The mandolin is a fascinating and diverse musical instrument that spans across centuries and continents. With photographs and in-depth details, this book traces the history of the mandolin and its family that can be found around the world. There are detailed stories that tell who, where, why, and how each beautiful piece was made. Included are chapters such as "The American Mandolin," "Gibson," "The Middle Ages & Renaissance," and "Spain, Portugal & Beyond."

Author : Graham McDonald
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780980476200
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.08/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Mandolin Project written by Graham McDonald and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Musical instrument construction and history."--Provided by publisher.

Author : Roger H. Siminoff
Publisher : Hal Leonard Corporation
ISBN 13 : 9780634062858
Total Pages : 246 pages
Book Rating : 4.59/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Ultimate Bluegrass Mandolin Construction Manual written by Roger H. Siminoff and published by Hal Leonard Corporation. This book was released on 2004 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Book). The Ultimate Bluegrass Mandolin Construction Manual is the most complete step-by-step treatise ever written on building an acoustical string instrument. Siminoff, a renowned author and luthier, applies over four decades of experience to guide beginners to pros through detailed chapters on wood selection, cutting, carving, shaping, assembly, inlays, fretting, binding and assembly of an F-style mandolin. A special highlight is an in-depth chapter on the art of tap tuning. This fully-illustrated manual boasts more than 250 photos, a full-color section on the staining and finishing processes, numerous detailed illustrations, and a bonus set of 20 full-size blueprints. Spiral bound.

Author : Graham McDonald
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780980476217
Total Pages : 160 pages
Book Rating : 4.16/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Mandolin Project written by Graham McDonald and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Musical instrument construction and history."--Provided by publisher.

Author : Beatles
Publisher : Hal Leonard Corporation
ISBN 13 : 149504484X
Total Pages : 107 pages
Book Rating : 4.47/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Beatles for Solo Mandolin written by Beatles and published by Hal Leonard Corporation. This book was released on 2015-06-01 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Mandolin). 20 favorite Beatles tunes in chord melody arrangements for mandolin including: All You Need Is Love * Blackbird * Can't Buy Me Love * Eight Days a Week * Here Comes the Sun * Hey Jude * In My Life * Let It Be * Michelle * Strawberry Fields Forever * Twist and Shout * We Can Work It Out * Yesterday * and more.

Author : Wayne Fugate
Publisher : Alfred Music Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780739034736
Total Pages : 100 pages
Book Rating : 4.31/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Mastering Mandolin written by Wayne Fugate and published by Alfred Music Publishing. This book was released on 2004-02 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The final book in this power-packed mandolin method continues with a study of advanced harmonies and provides mandolin chord forms in all twelve keys. In-depth studies of important forms such as the 12-bar blues and "rhythm changes" are included as well as chord/melody playing and chord substitution. The book also takes an exhaustive approach to melodic studies, covering the modes of the major scale, the pentatonic scales, the chromatic scale, the whole-tone scale and improvisation.

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Publisher : Hal Leonard Corporation
ISBN 13 : 9780634066085
Total Pages : 124 pages
Book Rating : 4.80/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Constructing a Bluegrass Mandolin written by and published by Hal Leonard Corporation. This book was released on 1981 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Reference). This beautifully detailed manual gives clear, step-by-step directions from raw materials to a magnificently finished mandolin through the use of simply-stated texts, photos and templates. Written by one of America's foremost authorities on acoustic instruments. 56 pages, spiral bound, including 19 full-sized blueprints covering each phase of construction. Also features a glossary of terms which enable the reader to more easily follow the instructions.

Author : MARILYNN MAIR
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
ISBN 13 : 1610659449
Total Pages : 136 pages
Book Rating : 4.44/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Brazilian Choro: A Method for Mandolin and Bandolim written by MARILYNN MAIR and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2015-11-04 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Brazilian Choro: A Method for Mandolin focuses on teaching bandolim technique for playing Choro. the combination of method book and CD offers a great opportunity to add performance practice to the black-and-white notes on the page. the book, presented in both English and Portuguese, is written for two different groups-Brazilians learning to play bandolim in the Choro tradition, and non-Brazilians who play other styles and want to learn Choro. Mr. Sá, a native Carioca who as played Choro since childhood, understands Choro intuitively and brings a Brazilian perspective to the project. Ms. Mair, a classical mandolinist who has spent much of the past four years refining her Choro technique in Rio, brings an outsider's viewpoint, recognizing the subtle distinctions that make Choro style unique. Together these renowned performers and university professors have created a pathway to help you play Choro with a true Carioca accent. Music presented in standard notation.

Author : JESPER RUBNER-PETERSON
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
ISBN 13 : 1610654137
Total Pages : 200 pages
Book Rating : 4.35/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Mandolin Picker's Guide to Bluegrass Improvisation written by JESPER RUBNER-PETERSON and published by Mel Bay Publications. This book was released on 2011-02-25 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A new book on improvisation is now available for bluegrass mandolin players. Based on the concept of learning by playing, this 200 page book covers a wide range of improvisation tools and how to implement them in your playing. A large number of examples are presented in both tablature and standard notation, so that a theoretical background is not required. the small amount of theory needed is simply presented and easily learned step by step.A series of exercises designed to help the player develop improvisational skills are included in the book. As an instruction tool, the book can easily be combined with the instructor's individual philosophy or by a student wishing to study alone. the subject matter is varied in difficulty and can be used by both the beginner and more advanced player as an instructional guide and reference book. the major-themes in the book are: the pentatonic sound, scale and major-chord based improvising with any Bluegrass-Tune, Double-stop improvisation, Minor chords and Keys, the blues sound, Melody oriented improvisation, How to use: Monroe Style, Cross picking, Hot licks, how to simplify a lick, and more. MP3 CD accompanies book featuring all examples.Click to hear the author discuss the book.

Author : Don Julin
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119942764
Total Pages : 408 pages
Book Rating : 4.64/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Mandolin For Dummies written by Don Julin and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-10-01 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The fun and easy way to learn to play the mandolin The newest addition to the highly successful Dummies instrument-instruction line, Mandolin For Dummies gives you easy-to-follow, step-by-step instruction on learning to play the mandolin. Following the time-tested Dummies format, Mandolin For Dummies provides a level of content and instruction greater than anything currently available. Mandolin For Dummies breaks down the fundamentals of this instrument and provides the resources you need to practice and improve your ability over time. Packed with individualized instruction on key mandolin-friendly musical styles, including Irish and Celtic, "old time" American music, blues, bluegrass, swing, and jazz Files available via download provide audio tracks from the book and exercises so you can play along and build your skills -- almost 2 hours of music! Clear and useful photos and diagrams ensure you fret, strum, and pick with precision Includes a mandolin buying guide to help ensure you make the right purchases Tips on restringing mandolins and other DIY care and maintenance topics If you're an aspiring mandolin player, don't fret! Mandolin For Dummies has you covered.