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Anthology of Contest Fiddle Tunes

Here is a collection of 59 fiddle tunes from the rich contest fiddle tradition. Carr has collected unique variations of breakdowns, tunes-of-choice and waltzes from a who�s-who of great first generation fiddlers including Benny Thommason, Major Franklin, Norman Soloman, Terry Morris, James "Texas Shorty" Chancellor and others. Many tunes appear here for the first time. Included is a special discussion of authentic bowing. Accompanying CD played by champion fiddler Aarun Carter.

- 59 Contest fiddle tunes
- Breakdowns, tunes-of-choice and waltzes
- Collected from a who�s who of first generation fiddlers
- Includes CD recorded by champion fiddler Aarun Carter
- Many tunes available here for the first time

Book/CD Set - $19.99

Banjo Picking Pattern Chart

Over 190 licks and picking patterns at your fingertips for the 5-string banjo! Quickly and easily select picking patterns by chord to substitute in songs you already play, or combine patterns of your choice to create your own arrangements. The licks are organized and grouped by type, use, and by chord for on the spot improvising, arranging, and for changing a song you already know to make it "yours!"

This easy to follow Picking Patterns Chart includes: traditional bluegrass licks and popular variations, roll patterns and variations, melodic style patterns, common up the neck licks, back up licks and moveable patterns for any chord, "famous" patterns by chord, licks identified from songs, moveable patterns by shape, licks for specific chords, pick up notes to begin a song, and popular endings. This easy to follow layout is organized for study as well. Students who follow this chart in order, from the first lick to the last, will find that it also teaches �lick� theory as it pertains to the identification, development and applications of licks in a brief, easy to understand method. A suggested exercise on how to improvise completes the chart.

This chart fills a gap in understanding and applying banjo licks for all level players. It builds on the knowledge base of 5-string banjo students with an easy to follow layout by pattern type and technique. . . AND, is fun and easy to use! For all levels � especially the intermediate player � Standard G tuning, Key of G.

Chart + Audio Down-Load - $9.99

Getting Into Hammered Dulcimer

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.

Book/CD Set - $19.99

Guitar Quick Licks - Brian Setzer Style

Learn rockabilly licks in the style of Brian Setzer, the Stray Cats frontman and an unrivalled king of rockabilly guitar! Also includes a guitar jam track. Lessons by Steve Trovato.

Each Quick Licks DVD includes an arsenal of licks in the style of your chosen artist to add to your repertoire, plus backing tracks to practice your new licks and techniques.

DVD - $19.99

Guitar Quick Licks - Jimmy Page, Volume 2

Learn up tempo rock licks in the style of Jimmy Page, the man that laid the bluesy soloing foundations of heavy rock! Also includes rock guitar jam track. Guitar lessons by Danny Gill.

Each Quick Licks DVD includes an arsenal of guitar licks in the style of your chosen artist to add to your repertoire, plus backing tracks to practice your new licks and techniques.

Danny Gill is a former pupil of Joe Satriani, and co-author of the Musicians Institute Rock Guitar series. His songs have appeared on TV shows including 'The Osbournes' and film sound tracks such as 'Insomnia' and 'Under Siege'.

DVD - $19.99