Books published by publisher Carl Fischer Music Publisher

A PILLAR AMONG TRUMPET METHOD BOOKS, The Carl Fischer Authentic Edition ArbanÂs Complete Conservatory Method for Trumpet has long set the standard for trumpet pedagogy books. Within its pages, trumpet players can find detailed exercises and instruction geared to make the aspiring trumpeter into a first class musician. If you are serious about playing the trumpet, this book must be in your collection

High Tech for Strings was designed as a comprehensive technique book for building the capabilities of the high school level string orchestra, High Tech for Strings contains a wealth of technical studies, bowing studies, position studies, etudes and melodic studies that can be used throughout the school year to help the developing string ensemble build a solid technique. It has been meticulously written by a leader in the field and carefully tested with students throughout the writing process. Examples and studies use familiar folk and classical material and the books progress from the easier sharp keys that feature open strings (G major, D major to more challenging Keys (Bb major, F minor) and higher positions.

A fresh and innovative collection, created by experienced performer and teacher, Doris Gazda, High Tech for Strings, is designed to take young performers from basic technical competency to the more advanced levels of string technique. Using technical exercises in all areas of string instruction and a varied repertoire of performance pieces, some familiar classics and some special arrangements of folk material, the author has crafted a series that will systematically increase the playing proficiency of young string players and prepare them for the challenges of solo and ensemble playing. High Tech for Strings touches all bases in its unique mix of technical and musical instruction. Bowing, intervals, advanced positions, rhythm, ornaments and vibrato are among the topics that are covered. The musical piano accompaniments are by composer Kirt Mosier and will allow the book to be used as a solo repertoire collection, as well as in any ensemble configuration. High Tech for Strings is one of the most exciting string publications to be released in many years.

Janice Tucker Rhoda's phenomenally successful series, The ABCs of Violin, owes much of its success to the wonderful original material and to the sensitive arrangements of classical, folk, fiddle and other popular melodies. This best selling instruction book along with the special CD insert is the perfect start for an Absolute Beginner of any age on the Violin. The many melodies plus short warm-up exercises and study pieces advance students technically in an easy and enjoyable way! Simple duets, scales, a note-reading worksheet, glossary and practice chart are also included along with many graphs to show left-hand finger placement. The special CD consists of three components: 34 performance pieces of violin with piano accompaniments, piano accompaniment tracks by themselves for play-along, and a printable pdf file of the piano accompaniments. Concert violinist Emil Altschuler is a protégé of Erick Friedman and Dorothy DeLay. He plays the ABCs of Violin Book 1 CD with passion, sensitivity and elegance.

High Tech for Strings was designed as a comprehensive technique book for building the capabilities of the high school level string orchestra, High Tech for Strings contains a wealth of technical studies, bowing studies, position studies, etudes and melodic studies that can be used throughout the school year to help the developing string ensemble build a solid technique. It has been meticulously written by a leader in the field and carefully tested with students throughout the writing process. Examples and studies use familiar folk and classical material and the books progress from the easier sharp keys that feature open strings (G major, D major to more challenging Keys (Bb major, F minor) and higher positions.

A fresh and innovative collection, created by experienced performer and teacher, Doris Gazda, High Tech for Strings, is designed to take young performers from basic technical competency to the more advanced levels of string technique. Using technical exercises in all areas of string instruction and a varied repertoire of performance pieces, some familiar classics and some special arrangements of folk material, the author has crafted a series that will systematically increase the playing proficiency of young string players and prepare them for the challenges of solo and ensemble playing. High Tech for Strings touches all bases in its unique mix of technical and musical instruction. Bowing, intervals, advanced positions, rhythm, ornaments and vibrato are among the topics that are covered. The musical piano accompaniments are by composer Kirt Mosier and will allow the book to be used as a solo repertoire collection, as well as in any ensemble configuration. High Tech for Strings is one of the most exciting string publications to be released in many years.

The one hundred songs in this magnificant collection reflect the diversity of cultures that make up our musical heritage. In this book you will find songs that represent the spirits of the national and ethnic groups that make up our culture landscape including those of African, Spanish, and Native American origin. These songs reflect the rich human mosaic of our world.

Carl Fischer is proud to present a new and special edition of this classic publication that has served as the method of choice for generations of trumpet players. The Authentic Edition of Arban’s Complete Conservatory Method offers the student a comprehensive system of study for the trumpet, including scales, etudes, duets, solos and extensive exercises designed to develop musicianship and technique. The new Platinum Edition features: Comb binding for easier use. Piano accompaniment CD for the Fantasies included in the book. Handsome Platinum Edition cover.

My First Snare Drum for the Developing Student is designed to reinforce basic fundamentals in a student-friendly and fun format. The book can be used for individual or group study. All of the basic rudiments are covered in a variety of ways to stimulate muscle memory, technique and musicianship. My First Snare Drum will serve as an introduction to standard methodology, but uses a "fun" approach that will bridge the gap between the beginning band method and drum method, and more advanced techniques. One of the "fun" features of this book is the unique "groove" warm-up reinforces basic rudiments, by changing the accents to create "hip beats" - rudiments taken to a new level. Every fundamental is logically presented and provides an opportunity for students to make their own versions of all of the popular rudiments in the "Make-Your-Own" sections. There is also an emphasis placed on duet playing to help the student build ensemble skills by playing along with a teacher or friend.

This book was digitized and reprinted from the collections of the University of California Libraries. It was produced from digital images created through the libraries mass digitization efforts. The digital images were cleaned and prepared for printing through automated processes. Despite the cleaning process, occasional flaws may still be present that were part of the original work itself, or introduced during digitization.