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Traditional Southern Italian Mandolin & Fiddle Tunes

Author : John La Barbera

Publisher : Mel Bay Publications

Page : 85 pages

File Size : 36,26 MB

Release : 2015-10-08

Category : Music

ISBN : 1610653653

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Book Description

The first and foremost Italian mandolin book dedicated to the traditional music from Southern Italy. Written in standard notation and mandolin tablature with guitar and mandolin chord accompaniment, this book introduces the reader to the various authentic folk songs from the regions of Campagnia, Calabria, Puglia, Sicily and Sardinia. with detailed descriptions of the songs and dances, historical and technical information about tarantella and pizzica music, the book will increase the knowledge and repertoire of Italian folk music for both beginners and professional musicians alike.The book provides an excellent foundation needed to play in the style of the music. with preparatory technical studies, the student will learn the Italian style of tremolo, picking, and rhythms that accentuate the music. Together with the accompanying CD, the student will be able to play along and follow the precise nuances that distinguish the music.•



Italian Folk Music for Mandolin

Author : John La Barbera

Publisher : Mel Bay Publications

Page : 137 pages

File Size : 22,96 MB

Release : 2016-02-19

Category : Music

ISBN : 1619112728

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Book Description

Italian Folk Music for Mandolin is an enjoyable collection of pieces from various parts of northern, central and southern Italy. This anthology includes complete texts and translations of the songs with accurate accompanying arrangements for two mandolins, or violin and guitar. The selections include medieval and Renaissance instrumental folk dances, sixteenth-century Neapolitan Villanelle, work songs, lullabies, narrative ballads, prisoner songs, and popular dances including tarantellas, pizzica, Sardinian ballo tondo, quadrille, waltz and saltarello. The book includes an accompanying online audio of all the pieces presented



Northern Italian & Ticino Region Folk Songs for Mandolin

Author : Carlo Aonzo

Publisher : Mel Bay Publications

Page : 81 pages

File Size : 15,81 MB

Release : 2015-08-25

Category : Music

ISBN : 1610659406

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Book Description

Ticino is a small area at the southernmost tip of Switzerland on the border with Italy. the Ticino region was actually part of Italy until a few centuries ago. the mandolin arrived in Ticino through immigrants and their music, and put down important cultural roots there. the mandolin style in Ticino is a link to the old Italian folk music tradition, which has been largely lost in Italy and throughout other parts of the world. This book is a collection of some of the most famous pieces from this vast historical repertoire. the collection includes lots of popular folk songs, virtuosic pieces by original mandolin composers, as well as an original Aonzo composition. the book is presented in English and in Italian while the music is in standard notation and mandolin tablature.



Italian Songs & Arias

Author : Jerry Silverman

Publisher : Mel Bay Publications

Page : 96 pages

File Size : 49,7 MB

Release : 2011-02-25

Category : Music

ISBN : 161065045X

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This collection of 32 songs celebrates the joy of singing with a potpourri of vocal gems in Italian. Lyrics are in Italian and English and each song is in piano/vocal format with guitar chords.



Wedding Music for Mandolin

Author : Dix Bruce

Publisher : Mel Bay Publications

Page : 61 pages

File Size : 34,84 MB

Release : 2019-05-09

Category : Music

ISBN : 1619119056

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Book Description

Wedding Music for Mandolin includes 23 of the most popular and best-loved wedding hits for intermediate and advanced mandolinists. • Traditional wedding songs • Easy classical pieces • Two “Ave Maria” melodies • Favorite Italian, Irish, Jewish, and English songs The music includes standard notation, mandolin tablature, chords for mandolin and guitar, plus access to online play-along audio recordings of all the songs!



Fiddle Tunes in DADGAD

Author : Doug Young

Publisher : Mel Bay Publications

Page : 73 pages

File Size : 21,28 MB

Release : 2014-10-14

Category : Music

ISBN : 1619114887

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Book Description

Fiddle Tunes in DADGAD shows how fingerstyle guitarists can use DADGADtuning to play traditional tunes, including twenty-four complete arrangements ofcommon American, Irish and Scottish ballads, airs, jigs and reels. The bookexplores techniques and patterns for playing melodies across the strings, producing a harp-like effect that adds a distinctive and beautiful character to traditional melodies. In addition to building repertoire, the material demonstrates ways to arrange your own melodies or even write your own tunes based on thetechniques provided. This is a perfect follow-up for guitarists who have studiedUnderstanding DADGAD for Fingerstyle Guitar and are looking for tunes to learn, or for those who want to go deeper into harp-style playing. It is also an excellent introduction for those who prefer to just dive head-first into DADGAD by learning some classic tunes



Mandolin Picking Tunes - Celtic Gems

Author : Tommy Norris

Publisher : Mel Bay Publications

Page : 52 pages

File Size : 26,51 MB

Release : 2021-10-18

Category : Music

ISBN : 1513459406

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Book Description

This book contains 30 traditional to modern Celtic tunes arranged in either simple melodic lines with suggested accompaniment chords, or stand-alone melody/chord solos. From rollicking reels and jigs to tender ballads, these Celtic Gems will appeal to the intermediate to advanced mandolinist and their audiences. With a little imagination, the up-tempo melodic tunes could be effectively rendered with drums and electric bass a la Pentangle or Fairport Convention; conversely, three or four of the solo arrangements would provide a tasteful set within a mandolin recital. Take your pick! Presented in standard notation and tablature in mandolin and guitar-friendly keys, these settings provide a masterclass in 4-course instrumental arranging. The author’s online recording of each piece is included with this stellar collection. Includes access to online audio.



Rhythm is The Cure

Author : Alessandra Belloni

Publisher : Mel Bay Publications

Page : 113 pages

File Size : 49,78 MB

Release : 2015-07-24

Category : Music

ISBN : 1619115174

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Book Description

This book with online video (111 min.) will introduce the reader to the tambourine and folk dance tradition of Southern Italy, the Tarantella. Students will learn the techniques of Tarantella tambourine playing as well as the history of this ancient tradition. This book reflects 25 years of field research and performance by the author, Alessandra Belloni



Anthology of Fiddle Dance Tunes

Author : Bill Guest

Publisher : Mel Bay Publications

Page : 76 pages

File Size : 22,29 MB

Release : 2021-12-17

Category : Music

ISBN : 1513459341

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Book Description

In this generous collection, Nova Scotian fiddler Bill Guest presents standard notation of easy to intermediate-level traditional tunes, some of his own more complex original compositions plus works by twenty-one of his Canadian fiddling contemporaries. The collection offers approximately 120 dance tunes including: waltzes, hornpipes, jigs, polkas, two-steps, airs, breakdowns, reels, swing tunes, and a few 4/4 melodies for slow dancers. “The Irish Washerwoman” is presented in 3 versions with different time signatures, and five selections are arranged as duets. The salient feature of this book, however, is the enjoyment and multifaceted musical perspective gained from playing the work of so many fiddlers from across the vast commonwealth of Canada.



Welsh Airs & Dance Tunes for Mandolin

Author : Julian Rees

Publisher : Mel Bay Publications

Page : 73 pages

File Size : 28,93 MB

Release : 2024-10-08

Category : Music

ISBN : 1513480227

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Book Description

A native of Wales, Julian Rees offers this unique collection of 31 Welsh melodies arranged for beginning to intermediate mandolinists. Taken from Edward Jones’ seminal 1784 Musical and Poetical Relicks of the Welsh Bards, these settings cover a diverse range of spirited and soulful songs to expand and enrich your Celtic music repertoire. Marches, folk dances, hymns, and carols are presented here in standard notation and tablature together with suggested accompaniment chords. To facilitate learning by playing along, this publication includes access to online audio recordings of every piece. Then, in a special bicultural touch, each title is pronounced in its native language before counting off in Welsh and English.