Foreword -- Introduction -- 1. Songwriting methods -- 2. Chord dictionary part 1 -- 3. Chord sequences -- 4. Developing sequences -- 5. Song structures -- 6. Rhythm -- 7. Melody -- 8. How to write a lyric -- 9. Chord dictionary part 2 : advanced harmony -- 10. Keys and key changing -- 11. Guitar resources part 1 -- 12. Guitar resources part 2 : altered tunings -- 13. Making a demo recording -- 14. A gallery of songs -- 15. Famous songwriters on songwriting...

Reinforces steady beat, high/low, fast/slow, and loud/soft with easy-to-follow read and play instrument parts for grades K-5. Beginning readers follow song charts of instrument pictures, while more advanced readers play from musical notation. This ten-song collection features a variety of musical styles from folk and spirituals to blues, reggae, rock and more. Five of these songs also include vocal parts.--

"What do a choir, a rapper, and a yodeler all have in common? They all use voice to make music! This first introduction begins with a simple explanation of what defines a musical voice. Young readers are then invited on a global exploration of a variety of different vocal musicians, and then encouraged to use their voice in the world around them. Complete with a mirror for observing their own mouths!"--

An accomplished composer, pianist, writer, and teacher presents an easy and entertaining guide for players at all levels of expertise. Ernst Bacon offers valuable tips on working, listening, and playing habits in five sections that cover "The Performer," "The Learner," "The Player and Writer," "The Observer," and "Technically Speaking." This edition features an informative Introduction by virtuoso pianist and professor Sara Davis Buechner.