Book/CD set. Music for the hammered dulcimer from the album of the same title. Maggie has created a perfect collection for all levels of playing, including both a beginning "melody-only" version and challenging intermediate versions with variations, ornaments, flams and bass runs. Two early music pieces present the melody, and a version for duet and quartet with bass line. The music is drawn from jigs, reels and airs from Ireland, Scotland and Brittany, France and Renaissance dance manuscripts. Presented as the basic melody with chords. Many of the tunes include a variety of advanced techniques and use of unusual modes and scales and interesting chord substitution to add spice and challenge you. Multiple levels. 56 pp.
02-21734BCD
$19.99
A COLLECTION OF TUNES FOR THE HAMMERED DULCIMER VOL. 2
Arranged by Tina Bergmann
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31 tunes: unusual fiddle tunes, some standards, plus jigs, rags, some originals and a few beautiful waltzes! A chart of standard notation on the hammered dulcimer is also included, as well as a casette tape with all the tunes in slow and uptempo versions. Comb-bound; 31 pp.
158-34
$24.00
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BEGINNING HAMMERED DULCIMER
by Linda Lowe Thompson
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Book/CD pack. Lots of standard tunes -- "Golden Slippers", "Soldier's Joy", "Simple Gifts", and many more -- as well as playing tips for starting out on the instrument. Revised edition. Note/tab. 72 pp.
167-2
$25.00
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BLUEGRASS ON HAMMERED DULCIMER
by Jeanne Page
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A collection of tunes commonly found in the standard bluegrass repertoire. Favorite vocal pieces such as "A Man of Constant Sorrow," "Angel Band," "Keep on the Sunny Side," and "Will the Circle be Unbroken," are included alongside hot instrumentals such as "Jerusalem Ridge," "Rawhide," "Big Mon," and "Blue Grass Stomp." Even traditional tunes that you think you know already such as "Bill Cheatham," "Farewell to Whiskey," "Forked Deer," and "Salty Dog" are given a new twist when presented as a typical bluegrass 'break.' Intermediate players and above will enjoy the challenge of learning more complicated versions of common tunes and performing them at the high-speed tempo expected in bluegrass music. You're encouraged to use these examples of bluegrass breaks merely as a starting point. Improvisation is a key component in playing bluegrass style and players will enjoy experimenting with their own creations. Standard notation only, with guitar chords. Intermediate. 56 pp.
02-20807
$14.95
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CELTIC MEDITATIONS - INTO THE LIGHT
by Maggie Sansone
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Features the gentle side of Celtic music: medieval renaissance and original music compositions inspired by ancient folk traditions. Written in standard notation in treble clef with chords, this collection is also suitable for other melody "C" instruments. Music from the album of the same title. Beginning/intermediate. 51 pp.
02-99900
$14.95
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CLASSICAL HAMMERED DULCIMER
by Linda Lowe Thompson
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Solos and duets for all levels. Includes pieces by Beethoven, Bach, Handel, Mozart, and many more. Note/tab. 90 pp.
167-6
$20.00
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COUNT YOUR BLESSINGS! 30 HYMNS ARRANGED FOR THE HAMMERED DULCIMER
by Kendra Ward
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Lyrics, chords, standard notation and tablature for 30 well-known and well-loved hymns -- complete arrangements for players of all levels! Some notes on reading tablature, too, and a tablature chart for 15/14 instruments. "Faith of Our Fathers," "Nearer My God to Thee," "Tell It to Jesus," "A Mighty Fortress is Our God," "The Old Rugged Cross" and many more time-tested spirituals. Comb-bound; 68 pp.
268-13
$18.00
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DULCIMER JAM: FAVORITE JAM SESSION TUNES FOR HAMMERED OR FRETTED DULCIMER
by Bonnie Carol
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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. Beginning/intermediate. 88 pp.
02-20432
$14.98
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GETTING INTO HAMMERED DULCIMER
by Linda G. Thomas
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Book/CD set. 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 presented as; Basic Melody, Embellished/Variation and 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 CD offers three tracks for each selection; basic melody, embellished melody/variation and back-up accompaniment. Multiple levels. 72 pp.
on order, expected arrival date 12/04/09
02-20452BCD
$19.99
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HAMMERED DULCIMER NOTEBOOK
by Linda Lowe Thompson
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Book/2 CD pack. Lots of tunes from the Celtic and American traditions, lots of playing tips and instruction. Note/tab. Comb-bound. 155 pp.
167-7
$50.00
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LET'S JAM!
by Kendra Ward & Bob Bence
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"The Ultimate Jam Session Resource!" Melody lines and chord charts (each on facing pages) for 70 old-time jam session favorites, from "Amazing Grace," "Golden Slippers," "Red Wing" to "Cripple Creek," "Old Joe Clark," "Yellow Rose of Texas" and lots more. In a 11" x 4-1/4" format that fits easily inside your instrument case. Comb-bound; 147 pp.
268-9
$12.00
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LET'S JAM! VOL. 2
by Kendra Ward & Bob Bence
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"The Ultimate Jam Session Resource!" Melody lines and chord charts (each on facing pages) for 70 more old-time jam session favorites, in an 11" x 4-1/4" format that fits easily inside your instrument case. Comb-bound; 147 pp.
268-10
$12.00
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LET'S JAM! VOL. 3: THE GOSPEL EDITION
by Kendra Ward & Bob Bence
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"The Ultimate Jam Session Resource!" Music/chords and lyrics (each on facing pages) for 72 of everybody's favorite gospel songs and hymns, in an 11" x 4-1/4" format that fits easily inside your instrument case. Comb-bound; 151 pp.
268-11
$12.00
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MIDDLE EASTERN MUSIC FOR HAMMERED DULCIMER
by Deborah Justice
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Goes beyond the stereotypes of genies and Aladdins lamp to illuminate the entire treasure trove of Middle Eastern music. Brings you the full bounty of the region: over 35 classical compositions, well-known folk tunes, and modern popular compositions by 'Abd al-Wahab, the Rahbani brothers, and other stars of the Arab world. In addition, the book gives substantial information on traditional performance practices, common musical forms, and the unique qualities that define Middle Eastern music. Rhythmic patterns, semitones, modes, accompaniment, and improvisation in a Middle Eastern style are discussed in detail. Numerous diagrams explain Middle Eastern modes, and how to bring them to life on your Western dulcimer. Beginning/intermediate. 44 pp.
02-20616
$14.99
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SACRED HAMMERED DULCIMER
by Linda Lowe Thompson
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Collection of 47 tunes arranged for hammered dulcimer. Includes "Abide With Me," "Be Thou My Vision," "Fairest Lord Jesus," "Just as I Am," "Morning Has Broken," "The Promised Land," "Simple Gifts," "Standing on the Promises," "Where He Leads Me," "The Promised Land," more. Features many pages of instruction on arranging and performing, back-ups for six of the songs, more. Note/tab. 94 pp.
167-8
$20.00
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THAT OLD-TIME RELIGION: 30 HYMNS ARRANGED FOR THE HAMMERED DULCIMER
by Kendra Ward-Bence
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Complete arrangements with lyrics and chords, all in standard notation and tablature. "Amazing Grace," "Bringing In The Sheaves," "Doxology," "Onward Christian Soldiers," "Rock of Ages," "Sweet By and By," lots more. Comb-bound; 68 pp.
268-2
$18.00
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THE HAMMERED DULCIMER TREASURY OF TUNES
arrangements by Sally Hawley
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This sizeable collection brings together over 225 old-time and Celtic traditional tunes commonly heard at gatherings of old-time musicians. This is music that has been passed down vocally and learned by ear, derived from countries where many of our ancestors originated. Trying to separate American and Celtic traditional music is an impossible task, and this book features favorite selections from both traditions. Standard notation only with chord symbols. 256 pp.
02-99528
$25.00
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THUS SINGS MY SOUL
arranged by Lucille Reilly
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Six hammer dulcimer solos and one duet (with autoharp) from Lucille's CD of the same name. Begins with an explanation of the notation, how to play less familiar techniques, and extensive playing tips for each song. Large, easy-to-read print for far away music stands. "Sweet Hour of Prayer," "Stand Up for Jesus," "How Great Thou Art," "Wondrous Love," "Amazing Grace," "Standing on the Promises" and "Fisher's Hornpipe." Comb-bound. 50 pp.
95-5
$16.00
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TIS THE SEASON: HAMMERED DULCIMER COLLECTION
arr. by Jeanne Page
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A collection of tunes for holidays and other celebrations throughout the year: "Auld Lang Syne," "My Love is Like a Red, Red Rose" "St. Patricks Day" "Christ the Lord is Risen Today" "America the Beautiful" "The Star Spangled Banner," more. This will carry you through the entire year with options for all of your favorite holidays and celebrations. Includes both a beginning "melody-only" version and an intermediate version for each song. Plus, each tune has guitar chords notated above the music staff. Standard notation only. Beginning/intermediate. 64 pp.
02-20806
$19.95
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WITH THIS RING: A HAMMERED DULCIMER COLLECTION FOR WEDDINGS AND SPECIAL OCCASIONS
arr. by Jeanne Page
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Common wedding processionals: "Pachelbel's Canon" and Wagner's "Bridal March" as well as common recessionals such as Clarke's "Trumpet Voluntary" and Mendelsson's "Wedding March." Also includes Vivaldi's "Spring" from the Four Seasons and Beethoven's "Fur Elise." Repertoire suitable for preludes or any elegant occasion. Accessible to all levels of players, offering a beginning "melody-only" version and intermediate arrangement for each song. Each tune has guitar chords notated above the music staff. Standard notation only. Beginning/intermediate. 71 pp.
02-20805
$14.95
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