Five Famous Operas and Their Backgrounds

Henry, Simon

Helen Loeb Kaufmann

DOUBLEDAY COMPANY

Play Recorder! is for the complete beginner of any age - from five to sixty-five. Starting from scratch, this book guides you through new ideas and techniques in small steps, backed up with simple examples and exercises to provide an entertaining introduction to reading and playing music. Each new concept is illustrated by an exercise or carefully selected practice piece, while diagrams and fact boxes provide additional information to encourage the development of correct technique, allowing you to get the most out of your playing and practice. As well as giving a good grounding in the basices of reading music and playing the recorder, this book introduces you to a short repertoire of familiar tunes. By the end of the book you will have acquired the skils you need to play these tunes with confidence, as well as having gained an understading of the rudiments of music.

Play Recorder! (Book One)

Brown Reference Group

Every woman needs it! The Little Black Dress is the ultimate timeless, failsafe garment. But where is a girl to find an LBD that’s tailor-made, fits perfectly, and compliments her body? The answer: make one! Expert dressmaker Simon Henry guides even the sewing-impaired through the entire process. He explains all the materials and the techniques, and shows how to construct and fit a personalized body block that forms the basis for every pattern in the book. Choose from three classic styles: a chic shift, a fashionable wraparound, and an elegant strapless cocktail dress with a jacket and hat to match!

The Little Black Dress: How to Make the Perfect One for You

Arts & Photography

Fashion

GMC Publications

A time comes when every girl needs the perfect party dress. And the best way to get one that makes you look a million—without actually costing a bundle—is to make it! Dressmaker Simon Henry lays out his tried-and-trusted method here, gently guiding even novice stitchers through constructing a body block, fitting a personal pattern, finding and tailoring a style to suit their body shape, and choosing the right fabric. In addition to sewing tips and techniques, there are step-by-step instructions for creating four fabulous dresses.

The Party Dress: How to Make the Perfect One for You

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Crafts & Hobbies

Every little lady should have her dream dress! This guide shows, step by step, how to make beautiful girls' dresses that are not only unique, but economical, too. Simon Henry presents four main designs that will delight princesses of every age: the fairy-inspired Rose” (for a four year old); the Cinderella-like Lavender” (six year old); Bluebell” for the flower girl (4, 8, and 12); and Lily” to wear to the dance (12 year old). Extras such as headdresses, fairy wings, and a shawl are included, along with advice on unique finishing touches. A fully illustrated techniques section details how to make key embellishments to guarantee a dress that no small smile will be able to resist.

The Little Best Dress: Make the Perfect Little Dress for a BIG Occasion

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