This uniquely new exploration of left hand piano literature features performances by noted pianist Antonio Iturrioz as it delves into the history of a largely neglected body of repertoire, focusing on both well-known and obscure pianists and composers. With a view toward expanding the experience of both musicians and non-musicians, Mr. Iturrioz offers insight into the fascinating world of left hand repertoire as he discusses and demonstrates specific techniques involved in solo left hand playing, and performs such important works as the famous Scriabin Nocturne and Godowsky arrangements of Chopin and Straus. The Art of the Left Hand is not only entertaining, but it is also a valuable and important contribution to the academic setting, as it fills a gap in our awareness of the works by both great and lesser-known composers. Available for purchase at your local music store or by calling our friendly sales staff at 800-797-5567.

Tradition of Excellence is a flexible performance-centered band method that seamlessly blends classic and contemporary pedagogy, instrument-specific DVD's, and the cutting-edge interactive practice studio technology. Bruce Pearson and Ryan Nowlin present a systematic comprehensive musicianship curriculum that is second-to-none. Each book comes with the unique and revolutionary Interactive Practice Studio, at no extra charge. Today's students will appreciate access to all multimedia compunents of the curriculum on a single virtual page. And best of all it's fully loaded and ready to use in a performance classroom or on a Smartboard. The printed page has never been such a powerful teaching tool!

With his warm and easy-going manner, Mitch will walk you through the various boogie woogie patterns from the most basic to the more advanced. There is precious little information available for the serious piano student of this exciting genre, but this authoritative instructional DVD fills in the gaps. Showing both left- and right-hand fingerings in patient detail, Mitch not only lays the rocking foundation for players from beginning to advanced, but he also opens the door for future exploration. This DVD contains a supplementary booklet with the prime musical examples notated.

Learn the fundamentals of modern keyboard playing through the drills and examples on this DVD, designed to improve playing skills and teach basic concepts of theory. A booklet is also included which further illustrates basic music notation, scales, and harmony. Designed for the beginning to intermediate musician, this DVD will start the viewer on the way to becoming a serious player. The DVD covers: basic keyboard technique and exercises * basic musical terms, music notation and symbols * practice disciplines * ear training exercises * harmony. 1 hour, 14 minutes.

This DVD presents an informative and organized approach to rhythm, improvisation and blues. Exercises and demonstrations enhance the learning experience. Includes: playing in time * sight-reading rhythms * basic rhythms and their permutations * rushing and dragging * an innovative approach to the basics of improvisation * the blues and basic blues forms. Intermediate level. 56 minutes.

Designed for someone with little or no experience, you'll be guided step by step through the basic techniques that will have you playing today! Learn the essentials of playing keyboards, the roots of rock and blues. Enjoy playing entire song rhythms with our exclusive full band backing tracks that will give you the excitement and energy of playing in your own band. By the end of this program you'll be playing with ease and having fun.

Each Rock House product includes free lifetime membership to Rock House's online lesson support system. Enhance your learning experience, links with instructors, download backing tracks, access message boards, and much more. You'll connect with a community of musicians around the world learning to play music using The Rock House Method.

This terrific instructional series was designed to do one thing extremely well ? teach you to play great songs! Each includes approx. 2-1/2 hours of direct video instruction, plus lead sheets! Starting from an absolute beginner's point of view, and continuing all the way through what a professional might play while working a gig, viewers will learn to play their favorite songs along with Scott Houston. It's like taking a few private lessons from The Piano Guy himself! Working step by step, chapter by chapter, Scott teaches you what you need to know about the tune to be able to proudly sit down and play it like a pro! Watch his hands on the piano while following the highlighted measures on the lead sheet to really gain an understanding of what's being taught at all times. Also includes play-along audio tracks and song composer info and a discography.

This terrific instructional series was designed to do one thing extremely well teach you to play great songs! Each includes approx. 2-1/2 hours of direct video instruction, plus lead sheets! Starting from an absolute beginner's point of view, and continuing all the way through what a professional might play while working a gig, viewers will learn to play their favorite songs along with Scott Houston. It's like taking a few private lessons from The Piano Guy himself! Working step by step, chapter by chapter, Scott teaches you what you need to know about the tune to be able to proudly sit down and play it like a pro! Watch his hands on the piano while following the highlighted measures on the lead sheet to really gain an understanding of what's being taught at all times. Also includes play-along audio tracks and song composer info and a discography.

This terrific instructional series was designed to do one thing extremely well teach you to play great songs! Each includes approx. 2-1/2 hours of direct video instruction, plus lead sheets! Starting from an absolute beginner's point of view, and continuing all the way through what a professional might play while working a gig, viewers will learn to play their favorite songs along with Scott Houston. It's like taking a few private lessons from The Piano Guy himself! Working step by step, chapter by chapter, Scott teaches you what you need to know about the tune to be able to proudly sit down and play it like a pro! Watch his hands on the piano while following the highlighted measures on the lead sheet to really gain an understanding of what's being taught at all times. Also includes play-along audio tracks and song composer info and a discography.

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Ann Rabson has been playing and singing the blues professionally since 1962. Ann has toured all over the world, performing solo, with the band Saffire, and with piano legend Erwin Helfer. In this intimate instructional DVD, Ann personally teaches her own brand of blues and barrelhouse piano with six in-depth lessons based on left-hand grooves. With each groove, you'll learn to play tasty fills, turnarounds, soloing ideas and much more. Topics covered include: two-beat shuffle; box shuffle; linear boogie woogie; round boogie woogie; Yancy/Domino-inspired groove; New Orleans-inspired groove. 1 hr., 45 min.

This 10-DVD set is a supplement to Learn & Master Piano. Each of these workshops is a companion to a corresponding teaching session from Learn & Master Piano and is designed to accelerate your understanding and mastery of these concepts. With the additional in-depth supplemental exercises on these DVDs. you'll be well on your way to becoming a well-rounded and highly versatile player. Total running time: 10.06 hours.
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Designed to walk you through from start to finish, Learn & Master Piano is the only instructional tool you'll need as you strive to finally learn this wonderful instrument - even if you're sitting down to it for the very first time. Learn & Master Piano is designed primarily for adults. Unlike the lessons many of us had as children, you will begin playing popular songs right away and then develop your skills using a simple step-by-step progression. The course consists of 10 DVDs, 5 play-along CDs and a 100+ page lesson book, all crammed with step-by-step instruction, clear demonstrations, and popular songs you already know, such as "Let it Be", "Blueberry Hill", and "Moondance", just to name a few. You also get full access to our online student support site where you can question our instructors, post your profile, track your progress, chat with other students, and join in the fun as we all learn piano together. Total running time: 11.26 hours.

In over 180 episodes of his wildly popular TV series, Scott ?The Piano Guy? Houston has covered a myriad of different styles, worked through hundreds of songs, and has had conversations with many fine piano players as they share techniques. By popular demand, this two-hour DVD assembles more than 30 of his finest "mini-lessons" to jump start your piano playing in all non-classical styles. Pianists will be thrilled to add these valuable tips to their piano playing bag of tricks!

Formed in Birmingham, England in 1964, the Moody Blues propagated a unique symphonic/rock hybrid sound. They've sold in excess of 50 million albums, on the strength of such smash hits as: I'm Just a Singer (In a Rock and Roll Band) * Legend of a Mind * Nights in White Satin * The Story in Your Eyes * Tuesday Afternoon (Forever Afternoon) * Watching and Waiting * Your Wildest Dreams * and more. Our PVG collection includes 20 top Moody tunes in all!