The jazz decade saw the emergence of many of the great figures who defined the music for the world: Louis Armstrong, Bessie Smith, Earl Hines, Bix Beiderbecke, Fats Waller, Jack Teagarden, Fletcher Henderson—these giants set the standards for blues singing, big band arrangements, and solo improvisation that are the foundations for jazz. Richard Hadlock has chapters on each, with a discography and descriptions of all the players who made the '20s swing.

The Real Books are the best-selling jazz books of all time. Since the 1970s, musicians have trusted these volumes to get them through every gig, night after night. The problem is that the books were illegally produced and distributed, without any regard to copyright law, or royalties paid to the composers who created these musical masterpieces. Hal Leonard is very proud to present the first legitimate and legal editions of these books ever produced. You won't even notice the difference, other than all the notorious errors being fixed - the covers and typeface look the same, the song list is nearly identical, and the price for Hal Leonard's edition is even cheaper than the original! Every conscientious musician will appreciate that these books are now produced accurately and ethically,... Less

The blues is one of the most played styles and forms of music. This booklet presents alternate changes and many chord substitutions for the blues in a way that allows them to be transposed into any key.

Are these the 50 most influential blues songs of the 20th century? Lists like that are capable of being never-ending and ever-debated, but everything collected here really is seminal. From early country blues classics like Robert Johnson's "Crossroads" and Skip James' "I'm So Glad" through Jimmy Reed's "Ain't That Loving You Baby," Bo Diddley's "Pretty Thing," and Chuck Berry's "Johnny B. Goode" and other songs from the point where the electric blues melted into the very foundation of rock & roll, this two-disc, 50-track anthology makes its point well. These are truly indispensable songs and recordings. ~ Steve Leggett

The blues is one of the most played styles and forms of music. This booklet presents alternate changes and many chord substitutions for the blues in a way that allows them to be transposed into any key.

The Real Books are the best-selling jazz books of all time. Since the 1970s, musicians have trusted these volumes to get them through every gig, night after night. The problem is that the books were produced and distributed, without any regard to copyright law or royalties paid to the composers who created these musical masterpieces. Hal Leonard is very proud to present the first legitimate and legal editions of The Real Books ever produced. You won't even notice the difference, other than that all of the notorious errors have been fixed. The covers and typeface look the same. The song list is nearly identical. And the price for this edition is even less than the original! Every conscientious musician will appreciate that these books are now produced accurately and ethically, benefitting... Less

The Real Books are the best-selling jazz books of all time. Since the 1970s, musicians have trusted these volumes to get them through every gig, night after night. The problem is that the books were illegally produced and distributed, without any regard to copyright law, or royalties paid to the composers who created these musical masterpieces. This is the first legitimate and legal edition. You won't even notice the difference, other than all the notorious errors being fixed: the covers and typeface look the same, the song list is nearly identical, and the price for our edition is even cheaper than the original! Every conscientious musician will appreciate that these books are now produced accurately and ethically, benefitting the songwriters that we owe for some of the greatest tunes of... Less

Features: What's that sound? It's full of surprise and honesty; joy and sadness, strength and improvisation ... it's gotta be jazz! And it's America's music! Experience the history and development from New Orleans up the Mississippi to Saint Louis and Chicago and around the world. Find out why original jazzers had interesting names like Dizzy, Satchmo, Lady Day, Jelly Roll and Yardbird! Jam-packed with jazz history and fun facts, this unique revue features an original theme song and 5 jazz classics in kid-friendly arrangements, narration for up to 50 or more speakers, riser choreography by John Jacobson and professionally- produced recordings in true jazz form! Extend learning further with The Story of Jazz, a spectacular full-color timeline and recorded history complete with narration... Less

This collection of 146 fingerstyle transcriptions and arrangements covers a wide variety of styles including dozens of popular and jazz standards as well as blues and country songs, sea chanteys, folk ballads, sacred, gospel and Christmas melodies, Celtic and patriotic tunes, children's songs, classical and wedding music, and select Piburn originals. The book is designed as a resource for guitarists in virtually any solo performance situation. The result of years of experience as an arranger/composer and performing guitarist, this book provides a goldmine of tunes for the fingerstyle player. From Greensleeves and The Girl I left Behind Me to Round Midnight and The Girl from Ipanema, this comprehensive anthology has it all. You ll be able to compile your set lists for a broad array of... Less

EASY SONGS FOR MANDOLIN- PLAY 20 POPULAR BLUEGRASS, FOLK, CLASSICAL, and BLUES SONGS! Play your favorite tunes from the Beatles, Elvis, the Mamas the Papas, Pete Seeger, the Carter Family, and more! The songs are presented in order of difficulty, beginning with simple rhythms and melodies and ending with sixteenth notes and tremolo picking. Arrangements include solos, duets, and trios so you can play along with your teacher or friends. 20 songs to play as you learn mandolin- supplement to Any M

Personnel: Ella Fitzgerald (vocals); Louis Armstrong (vocals, trumpet); Chick Webb Orchestra, Sy Oliver Orchestra, Duke Ellington Orchestra, Billy May Orchestra, Nelson Riddle Orchestra. Compilation producers: Andy McKaie, Dana Smart.Recorded between 1938 & 1963. Includes liner note by Joseph F. Laredo.All tracks have been digitally remastered.This is part of Universal Records "20th Century Masters The Millenium Collection" series.Liner Note Author: Joseph F. Laredo.Recording information: 05/02/1938- 01/05/1963.This budget-priced 12-song compilation provides the listener a quick introduction to the work of Ella Fitzgerald. The collection focuses mainly on her work in the 1950s for Verve but also includes her 1938 hit for Decca, "A-Tisket A-Tasket," the 1939 song "Undecided," her 1949... Less

This collection of 146 fingerstyle transcriptions and arrangements covers a wide variety of styles including dozens of popular and jazz standards as well as blues and country songs, sea chanteys, folk ballads, sacred, gospel and Christmas melodies, Celtic and patriotic tunes, children's songs, classical and wedding music, and select Piburn originals. The book is designed as a resource for guitarists in virtually any solo performance situation. The result of years of experience as an arranger/composer and performing guitarist, this book provides a goldmine of tunes for the fingerstyle player. From Greensleeves and The Girl I left Behind Me to Round Midnight and The Girl from Ipanema, this comprehensive anthology has it all. You ll be able to compile your set lists for a broad array of... Less

The latest edition of this fake book is truly the Best Ever! It contains more than 1,000 huge hits, all in a convenient-for-gig s 6 inch. x 9 inch. size! Includes the melody lines, lyrics and chords for: Against All Odds * Amazed * At the Hop * Autumn Leaves * The Birth of the Blues * Bohemian Rhapsody * Cabaret * California Girls * Candle in the Wind * Centerfold * Chariots of Fire * Colors of the Wind * Crazy * Dust in the Wind * Earth Angel * Eleanor Rigby * Fever * Fire and Rain * From a Distance * Hello, Dolly! * Hey Jude * I Am Woman * Imagine * Joy to the World * Kansas City * The Keeper of the Stars * La Bamba * Lady in Red * Linus and Lucy * Longer * Me and Bobby McGee * Mickey Mouse March * Misty * More * More Than Words * Oye Como Va * Peggy Sue * The Rainbow Connection *... Less

The latest edition of this fake book is truly the Best Ever! It contains more than 1,000 huge hits, all in a convenient-for-gig s 6 inch. x 9 inch. size! Includes the melody lines, lyrics and chords for: Against All Odds * Amazed * At the Hop * Autumn Leaves * The Birth of the Blues * Bohemian Rhapsody * Cabaret * California Girls * Candle in the Wind * Centerfold * Chariots of Fire * Colors of the Wind * Crazy * Dust in the Wind * Earth Angel * Eleanor Rigby * Fever * Fire and Rain * From a Distance * Hello, Dolly! * Hey Jude * I Am Woman * Imagine * Joy to the World * Kansas City * The Keeper of the Stars * La Bamba * Lady in Red * Linus and Lucy * Longer * Me and Bobby McGee * Mickey Mouse March * Misty * More * More Than Words * Oye Como Va * Peggy Sue * The Rainbow Connection *... Less

The Real Books are the best-selling jazz books of all time. Since the 1970s, musicians have trusted these volumes to get them through every gig, night after night. The problem is that the books were illegally produced and distributed, without any regard to copyright law, or royalties paid to the composers who created these musical masterpieces. Hal Leonard is very proud to present the first legitimate and legal editions of these books ever produced. You won't even notice the difference, other than that all of the notorious errors have been fixed: the covers and typeface look the same, the song list is nearly identical, and the price for our edition is even cheaper than the original! Every conscientious musician will appreciate that these books are now produced accurately and ethically,... Less

Whether you're a karaoke singer or preparing for an audition, the Pro Vocal series is for you! The book contains the lyrics, melody and chord symbols for eight hit songs. The CD contains demos for listening and separate backing tracks so you can sing along. The CD is playable on any CD player, and also enhanced so PC and Mac users can adjust the recording to any pitch without changing the tempo! Perfect for home rehearsal, parties, auditions, corporate events, and gigs without a backup band. This volume includes 8 super Sinatra hits: All the Way * The Birth of the Blues * I've Got the World on a String * I've Got You Under My Skin * The Lady Is a Tramp * Theme from "New York, New York" * Time After Time * Witchcraft. Watch for more volumes coming soon!

Whether you're a karaoke singer or preparing for an audition, the Pro Vocal series is for you! The book contains the lyrics, melody & chord symbols for eight hit songs. The CD contains demos for listening and separate backing tracks so you can sing along. The CD is playable on any CD player, and also enhanced so PC and Mac users can adjust the recording to any pitch without changing the tempo! Perfect for home rehearsal, parties, auditions, corporate events, and gigs without a backup band. This volume includes 8 super Sinatra hits: All the Way The Birth of the Blues I've Got the World on a String I've Got You Under My Skin The Lady Is a Tramp Theme from New York, New York Time After Time Witchcraft. Watch for more volumes coming soon!Softcover with CD 32 pages Size: 12" x 9" Artist: Frank... Less

The Real Books are the best-selling jazz books of all time. Since the 1970s, musicians have trusted these volumes to get them through every gig, night after night. The problem is that the books were illegally produced and distributed, without any regard to copyright law, or royalties paid to the composers who created these musical masterpieces. Hal Leonard is very proud to present the first legitimate and legal editions of these books ever produced. You won't even notice the difference, other than all the notorious errors being fixed: the covers and typeface look the same, the song list is nearly identical, and the price for our edition is even cheaper than the original! Every conscientious musician will appreciate that these books are now produced accurately and ethically, benefitting... Less

The Real Books are the best-selling jazz books of all time. Since the 1970s, musicians have trusted these volumes to get them through every gig, night after night. The problem is that the books were illegally produced and distributed, without any regard to copyright law, or royalties paid to the composers who created these musical masterpieces. This is the first legitimate and legal edition. You won't even notice the difference, other than all the notorious errors being fixed: the covers and typeface look the same, the song list is nearly identical, and the price for our edition is even cheaper than the original! Every conscientious musician will appreciate that these books are now produced accurately and ethically, benefitting the songwriters that we owe for some of the greatest tunes of... Less

The Real Books are the best-selling jazz books of all time. Since the 1970s, musicians have trusted these volumes to get them through every gig, night after night. The problem is that the books were illegally produced and distributed, without any regard to copyright law, or royalties paid to the composers who created these musical masterpieces.Hal Leonard is very proud to present the first legitimate and legal editions of these books ever produced. You won't even notice the difference, other than that all of the notorious errors have been fixed: the covers and typeface look the same, the song list is nearly identical, and the price for this edition is even cheaper than the original! Every conscientious musician will appreciate that these books are now produced accurately and ethically,... Less

This series of CDs teaches the essential swing guitar repertoire to bluegrass flatpickers. Steve's unique method features 3 levels: a beginner's version in which he teaches the basic melody; an intermediate arrangement that will give players a solid musical grounding; and finally, a full-blown solo that will challenge any aspiring swing guitarist. Backup tracks make for productive and exciting practice sessions. Tunes: After You've Gone, Back Home Again in Indiana, Blue Moon, Danny Boy, Georgia on My Mind, Honeysuckle Rose, I Got Rhythm, Kansas City Kitty, Lady Be Good, Limehouse Blues, Little Rock Getaway, Minor Swing, Miss Molly, Panhandle Rag, It's Only a Paper Moon, Remington's Ride, Over the Rainbow, Sugar Foot Rag, Summertime, The Sunny Side of the Street. 160-PAGE BOOK WITH 6 CDs,... Less

Carlos Santana: A Biography explores the life and music of this extraordinary guitarist, ranging from his professional beginnings—his first regular gig was at a Tijuana strip club—and early success in San Francisco to the definitive songs and albums of the 1970s, the commercial resurgence with 1999's Supernatural, his induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and his current work with producer Bill Laswell.Unlike other biographies, this book offers a comprehensive look at Santana's transitions through a variety of musical styles beyond rock, including blues, salsa, jazz, and world music. It also portrays Santana as very much a child of the eclectic musical culture of the 1960s, as well as showing the profound influence of the New Age movement on Santana's life and music.

Dan Coates's Decade by Decade series is jam-packed with the best pop music of the 20th century. Never before has there been an Easy Piano collection with so many chart-toppers by award-winning performers and songwriters. Descriptions of each piece are included to broaden understanding of pop music history and to put all of these megahits into perspective. Each song also includes lyrics and chord symbols. With so many years of great songs, the Decade by Decade series is sure to appeal to pianists of all levels and ages. Titles: A Bicycle Built for Two (Daisy Bell) * After You've Gone * Aba Daba Honeymoon, The * Ain't She Sweet * Alexader's Ragtime Band *Anchors Aweigh * April Showers * Avalon *Be My Little Baby Bumble Bee * Best Things in Life Are Free, The * Birth of the Blues, The *... Less

For the fearful to the fearless Approaching the Standards is an innovative user-friendly approach to jazz improvisation. Designed for the individual or group each of the three volumes of this play-along CD contains eight classic jazz tunes. Each volume features a jazz group demo recorded by top pros in a jazz gig setting clearly written musical examples jazz vocabulary transcription opportunities informative composer insight and a useful discography. Everything you need to begin improvising or to improve your jazz skills is included in Volumes 1 2 and 3 available for C B-Flat E-Flat and Bass Clef instruments. Volume 1 includes: Billie s Bounce * On the Trail * Cantaloupe Island * The Preacher * Summertime * Satin Doll * C Jam Blues * I Got Rhythm. Contributors: By Dr. Willie L. Hill... Less

Carlos Santana: A Biography explores the life and music of this extraordinary guitarist, ranging from his professional beginnings—his first regular gig was at a Tijuana strip club—and early success in San Francisco to the definitive songs and albums of the 1970s, the commercial resurgence with 1999's Supernatural, his induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and his current work with producer Bill Laswell.Unlike other biographies, this book offers a comprehensive look at Santana's transitions through a variety of musical styles beyond rock, including blues, salsa, jazz, and world music. It also portrays Santana as very much a child of the eclectic musical culture of the 1960s, as well as showing the profound influence of the New Age movement on Santana's life and music.

Play along with your favorite tunes from the Beatles, Elvis, Johnny Cash, Woody Guthrie, Simon & Garfunkel, and more! The songs are presented in the order of difficulty, beginning with simple rhythms and melodies and ending with chords and notes up the neck. You can also strum and sing along using the provided lyrics and ukulele chord diagrams. The audio CD features every song played with guitar accompaniment, so you can hear how each song sounds and then play along when you're ready. Songs include: All My Loving * Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain * Blue Skies * Blues Stay Away From Me * Eight Days A Week * Goodnight, Irene * Heart And Soul * The House Of The Rising Sun * I Walk The Line * I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry * Last Night I Had The Strangest Dream * Love Me Tender * Nowhere Man *... Less

80 country classics representative of a century's worth of music, including: All the Gold in California * Always on My Mind * Amazed * Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain * Blue Moon of Kentucky * Boot Scootin' Boogie * Breathe * Could I Have This Dance * Crazy * Folsom Prison Blues * Friends in Low Places * Harper Valley P.T.A. * Hey, Good Lookin' * Jambalaya (On the Bayou) * King of the Road * Lucille * Ring of Fire * Sixteen Tons * Your Cheatin' Heart * and more.

Play your favorite hits from The Beatles, Nirvana, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Garth Brooks, Eric Clapton and more with this songbook that correlates with Book 1 of the Hal Leonard Bass Method! The songs are presented in order of difficulty, beginning with simple one- and two-string bass lines and ending with songs that contain many notes, including all four strings. Gives beginning bass students great pop & rock songs to play while they are still learning! Includes 20 favorites: All the Small Things * Come as You Are * Crossfire * Friends in Low Places * Great Balls of Fire * Imagine * Lady Madonna * My Girl * Peggy Sue * Smoke on the Water * Surfin' U.S.A. * Takin' Care of Business * Walk of Life * Wild Thing * Wonderful Tonight * and more! The CD includes demos and backing tracks so that you... Less

Now finally there is a collection of over 100 of the best-known songs from the world leader in jazz fake books - Sher Music Co.! Selected from The New Real Books, The Standards Real Book, The Real Easy Books, The World's Greatest Fake Book, and other Sher Music publications, this volume is indispensable for gigs, rehearsals and jam sessions - wherever jazz music is played. Features songs by Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Bill Evans, Duke Ellington, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Thelonious Monk, Michael Brecker, and many others. The song list includes standards like Angel Eyes, Beautiful Love, Do Nothing 'Til You Hear From Me, The Masquerade Is Over, There Will Never Be Another You and We'll Be Together Again. Classic jazz tunes include Bags' Groove, Bessie's Blues, Blues For Alice, Eighty One,... Less

Intermediate/Adva nced. Play along for fun or use as an opportunity to learn 9 important songs you can use on almost any gig. Ellington's historic compositions have proven themselves equally as worthwhile for small groups as they were for his famous Big Bands and have been recorded by a wide variety of artists such as Johnny Hodges, Miles Davis, Yusef Lateef, and Mulgrew Miller.Rhythm Section: Dan Haerle (p); John Goldsby (b); Steve Davis (d). Includes: In A Mellow Tone, Cottontail, Got It Bad, Warm Valley, C Jam Blues, Just Squeeze Me, I Didn't Know About You, Don't Get Around Much Anymore, Do Nothing 'Til You Hear From Me.