This comprehensive method for the beginner to advanced is especially designed for use in private lessons. It introduces each new concept with fingering exercises, scale exercises, and etudes. Advanced techniques and concepts such as harmonics, vibrato, trills, interpretation, and phrasing are outlined succinctly through descriptive text and musical examples. A segment called "Representative Literature" contains exemplary flute music and photographs of flutes from the Renaissance, Baroque, ...

A collection of duets which exemplifies a variety of distinctive styles. Includes notes on Baroque performance practice, including French `notes inegales'. Contains excerpts from `The Modern Flute Professor' by Meline; `Sonatas I, IV and VI' by Loeillet; excerpts from `Twelve Duos for Two Flutes, Op. 57' by Devienne; and `Sonatas II and III' from Six Sonatas or Duets for Two German Flutes or Violins, Op. 2 by Telemann.

An extremely well-written, thorough study into contemporary and traditional tinwhistle music and performance. Included are chapters on fundamentals, ornamentation and more. Includes access to online audio.

Celebrate the holiday season with Mel Bay's collection of Christmas carols arranged for flute and piano. Contemporary tonal colors and harmonic progressions enhance these delightful arrangements. Carols are extended through variations to extend duration and add melodic interest. Each piece modulates to the next so that the entire collection may be performed as an extended suite. The diversity of styles range from a quasi-jazz rendition of 'We Three Kings of Orient Are' to a contemporary ve...

This tin whistle book offers a beginner-friendly, step-by-step method for all ages, featuring familiar folk tunes, music notation instruction, and a dedicated section on authentic Irish ornamentation for playing traditional Irish music on the standard D whistle, complete with online audio for guided learning. It’s a comprehensive guide that teaches the basics, builds repertoire with easy songs, and introduces the traditional Irish style, making it an ideal starting point before moving to o...

An outstanding collection of pieces for the beginning flutist including tasteful piano accompaniment arranged within the limitations of the developing instrumentalist range, tone, phrasing and technique. As a vast number of musical concepts are encountered in playing these pieces, this eBook is also recommended as an exceptional tool for the lesson setting. Includes access to online audio.

An easy-to-understand, basic instructional text for the fife. Presents wonderful fife tunes and carefully written studies. Tunes include Albina, Aldridge's Allemande, All Through the Night, and many more fun titles. Includes access to online audio.

Mozart for Flute features a wide variety of enjoyable arrangements for flute and piano. This collection is enhanced by a sonata for flute and piano written by Mozart as a child prodigy. Excellent for use in recital and contest programming as well as the teaching studio. Audio available online.

"Flute Improvisation Made Easy" introduces the art of improvisation to flutists of all skill levels. The book covers basics of improvisation including rhythm, modes, scales, call and response, and typical forms like the blues. Written suggestions and transcribed improvisations guide the player in how to perform these musical elements. The accompanying audio includes separate solo flute and backup tracks.

This is a wonderful collection of 43 songs and dance tunes from 18th and 19th century Scotland. The songs range from work songs to love songs to ballads commemorating epic moments of Scottish history. The sets are arranged for solo flute or tin whistle with piano or guitar accompaniment. The piano accompaniment is available as an online download. Includes access to online audio.

"Renaissance Flute Made Easy" presents a variety of easy sixteenth century songs and dances for the silver (Boehm) flute, including allemandes, branles, pavanes, and round dances. The book also contains piano and guitar arrangements for each piece, and the audio includes accompaniment by a consort of Renaissance instruments. This appealing collection works well in both lesson and performance settings.

Practice your favorite hymns with an accompanist at home or in your studio! Hymns for Flute and Piano Made Easy is a collection of fifteen traditional hymns arranged for flute solo with piano accompaniment: A Mighty Fortress is Our God; All Glory Laud and Honor; Amazing Grace; Christ the Lord is Risen Today; Come, Ye Thankful People and more. The flute score includes both the hymn tune and an easy descant part that will add variety to the performance setting. The online audio contains two ...