Dan Fox Books

Celebrates the American music tradition with a collection of popular songs across music genres that include background information, lyrics, and instrument accompaniments for each song.

Over 60 favorite childrens songs to sing and play.

"The quickest, easiest, most enjoyable method for learning to play the banjo ... Alfred's Basic 5-string Banjo Method 1 provides a new approach to learning banjo that features clear, well-paced instruction. Learning to play has neve been easier or more fun than with Alfred's Basic Methods - the best choice for today's beginning banjo students. Book 1 features: How to hold your banjo ; Tuning your banjo ; Right- and left-hand techniques ; Instructions on how to read TAB (tablature) ; Chords and strum patterns ; Tablature for every song ; Photos and diagrams ; Available CD [not included with book] includes 60 minutes of recordings performed by Dick Weissman that demonstrate all the exercises and songs in the book."--Back cover

A volume of three-staff Christmas carol arrangements. The melody is on the upper staff, while the middle and lower staves contain an easy keyboard arrangement suitable for children or beginning players using a piano or electric keyboard, with chord symbols for guitar or other instruments.

This comprehensive encyclopedia covers nearly every musical style, providing detailed insights and information on various genres. It serves as an extensive resource for music enthusiasts, educators, and students, although it notably excludes jazz, focusing instead on a wide range of other musical traditions and innovations.

The book explores the concept of non-jazz improvisation, stemming from Dick Weissman's experiences in music school. It highlights the challenges faced by musicians, including jazz players, who struggle to improvise beyond their familiar styles. Additionally, it showcases the versatility of the guitar through fingerstyle and flatpicking techniques, emphasizing its adaptability across genres. The content includes various guitar tunings and provides examples in both traditional and tablature notation, making it accessible for musicians looking to expand their improvisational skills.

Focusing on the creation and application of chords, this book guides musicians through building simple major chords to more complex variations like ninth and altered chords. It covers techniques for composing chord progressions, including passing chords and voice leading, while exploring their use across different musical styles from early jazz to contemporary music. Although geared towards pianists, its principles are accessible to any musician familiar with the grand staff, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of chords and progressions.

Exploring themes of love and adventure, this emotionally charged narrative takes readers on a journey through exotic locations. The story intertwines a powerful romance with thought-provoking issues, creating a rich tapestry that reflects the complexities of life. As the characters navigate their deep connections, the writing evokes beauty and depth, making it a compelling read for those who appreciate heartfelt storytelling.

For students & professionals who want to gain the ability to sight-sing and play rhythms from the simplest to the most complex syncopations. For the first time in print, syncopations are explained, illustrated and classified.

Learn everything you need to know to start playing music from standard notation on the guitar and open up a brand new world of musical knowledge with this exciting method from Alfred. Guitar players of all ages can begin or continue their journey to a lifetime of playing either acoustic or electric guitar from musical notation. Beginning with the fundamentals, you will dive straight into learning about different notes, rests, key signatures, and chords. Upon completion of this book, you will be able to play lead sheets and arrangements at sight.* Covers intermediate to advanced syncopations* Relates the notes you're reading to the fretboard on the guitar* Teaches reading in common meters, odd meters, double time, and cut time* Guitar fingerboard chartBe your own teacher, and let Alfred be your resource every step of the way.