(Book). Music on Paper is a handy, accessible guide to reading music and the basics of music theory, for musicians in any style, playing any instrument, at any level. This Tipbook teaches you how to read, provides a clear understanding of what you play, and is a fantastic reference. Covers: accents, alla breves and afterbeats; keys, quarter notes and quintuplets; parts, plops and pitch bends; transposing, triplets and tremolos; and much more. "Without a doubt, the Music on Paper Tipbook is one I'd highly recommend to ALL songwriters." ( American Songwriter ) "Very well organized and easy to read; a perfect supplement and quick reference guide to any high school music program or basic college music theory course." ( Online Trombone Journal ) " Music on Paper has got to be the best of the books on music theory available on the market in more ways than one." ( Canadian Clarinet Resources ) "This tiny book is marvellous ... It easily negotiates the gulf between popular culture and heritage music theory which is still a major problem with many of the offerings in this crowded field. There is so much universal information, encompassing the widest range of musical styles, in such a concise and easy to read form." ( Music in Action )

Tipbook - Music on Paper: Basic Theory

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The Tipbook Series books are handy, accessible, thorough and convenient guides for players who want to get the most out of their instrument. They are written in collaboration with and proofread by musicians, teachers, technicians and other experts - for beginners, students and advanced players. Features include: lessons, teachers and practicing * all jargon explained * basic background information * price indications * the history and the family of the instrument * and more. The sax book teaches you how to select an instrument and provides helpful tips on buying mouthpieces, necks, reeds and more. "For good, sound, well-written advice that is free of equipment or stylistic politics, this Tipbook is well worth its bargain price. Recommended for saxophone teachers and students, regardless of level." (David Demsey, The Saxophone Journal) "Excellent for either quick reference, trouble-shooting or top-up information for the most hardened saxophone devotee ... Very informative." (Winds) "This book is a really delightful surprise ... Even advanced players may find some interesting tidbits, and the beginner and intermediate player will certainly profit from this book and its associate website, as well as band directors and teachers." (Harri Rautiainen, Sax on the Web) "Very comprehensive, detailed and yet accessible; valuable for both teachers and players." (Australian Music Teacher Magazine)

Tipbook - Saxophone: The Best Guide to Your Instrument

The Tipbook Series books are handy, accessible, thorough and convenient guides for players who want to get the most out of their instrument. They are written in collaboration with and proofread by musicians, teachers, technicians and other experts - for beginners, students and advanced players. Features include: lessons, teachers and practicing * all jargon explained * basic background information * price indications * the history and the family of the instrument * and more. The drum book covers topics such as selecting and play-testing drums and cymbals, buying sticks, heads and hardware, tuning, and a drummer's glossary. "Probably the most important $9.95 a drummer will ever spend. Absolutely loaded with insider tips and detailed drawings." (John Newey, Music Mart)

Tipbook - Drums: The Best Guide to Your Instrument

Tipbooks are handy, accessible, thorough and convenient reference guides giving musicians everything they want to know about their instruments - and nothing they don't! They are written in collaboration with and proofread by musicians, teachers, technicians and other experts, and are ideal for beginners, students and advanced players. Features include: the instrument in bird's-eye view * lessons, teachers and practicing * dozens of clear illustrations * selecting and play-testing the instrument * a glossary - and all jargon explained * basic background information * price indications * the history and the family of the instrument * and more. As a bonus, special Tipcodes throughout the books give you access to much additional information (short movies, soundtracks, photos and more) at www.tipbook.com! The Electric Guitar and Bass Tipbook covers choosing and buying guitars and basses; brands; selecting, cleaning and changing strings; tuning; maintenance; accessories and more. "A wealth of information in a very compact form." (Guitar Digest)

Tipbook - Electric Guitar and Bass Guitar: The Best Guide to Your Instrument

The Tipbook Series books are handy, accessible, thorough and convenient guides for players who want to get the most out of their instrument. They are written in collaboration with and proofread by musicians, teachers, technicians and other experts - for beginners, students and advanced players. Features include: lessons, teachers and practicing * all jargon explained * basic background information * price indications * the history and the family of the instrument * and more. The Acoustic Guitar book covers topics such as: selecting and play-testing guitars, buying strings, picks and other accessories, maintenance, tuning, and a guitar player's glossary. "A great gift, easy to read, convenient to carry, and priced right; Boiled down to the absolute basics; No more than one needs to know or remember, but enough to provide essential information. These guides really hit the mark for efficiency." (Vintage Guitar magazine)

Tipbook - Acoustic Guitar: The Best Guide to Your Instrument

This easy-to-read and highly accessible Tipbook has been written in close collaboration with classical and non-classical singers and teachers, therapists and other experts. Tipbook Vocals doesn't teach you how to sing, but it supplies you with valuable, practical information that will help you to understand and extend the possibilities of your voice, to appreciate and evaluate input from voice teachers and coaches, and to have easier access to other literature on the subject. Perfect for singers of any style and at any level, it covers: singing well, registers and voice types; voice care; lyrics; microphone selection; and much more. "Interesting, brief, clearly written ... a useful introductory overview. (Tipbook Vocals) certainly does compile useful information in an extremely well-condensed, abbreviated and accessible form. The opinions expressed in the book ... generally reflect high-quality standards of practice accepted throughout the international community of voice experts." (Robert Sataloff, MD, DMA; Journal of Voice) "This book is a veritable giant of information, and should be in every teacher's and professional's library, as well as the advanced student's. I'm happy to recommend it." (Henry Howell, Australian Music Teacher Magazine) "There's something for all kinds of singers, teachers, therapists and doctors, whether your interest in singing is artistic, anatomical or both. I loved it and it's a book I'd have been proud to have written myself." (Jayne Comins, The Singer Magazine) "While the book provides a wealth of information for the singer, its small profile also encourages its owner to carry it along as a practical reference for the college student, the elementary and secondary classroom or the church or community choir musician. For even the well-trained professional, this Tipbook may offer an alternative view or serve to refresh a stale bag o' tricks." (Karen Nevins, Bella Voce, ACDA Michigan) "A quick reference to confront problems and questions; ten easy to grasp chapters, and a great glossary and index of musical words, terminology and definitions, for solo singers as well choir members, background vocalists and other singers in any style of music and at any level or age."(Barry Rudolph, Music Connection)

Tipbook - Vocals: The Best Guide to Your Singing Voice

The Tipbook Series books are handy, accessible, thorough and convenient guides for players who want to get the most out of their instrument. They are written in collaboration with and proofread by musicians, teachers, technicians and other experts - for beginners, students and advanced players. Features include: lessons, teachers and practicing * all jargon explained * basic background information * price indications * the history and the family of the instrument * and more. The violin and viola book covers topics such as: selecting and play-testing violins and violas, buying strings, bows and accessories, maintenance and tuning, as well as a violinist's glossary. "Interesting sections on the history and manufacture ... really, it's all here. The tips on maintenance are excellent!" (Fiddle On Magazine) "As a quick easy reference for violin and viola students and teachers, for general trouble-shooting or simply to add on one's store of knowledge, this Tipbook is an excellent resource." (Australian Music Teachers Magazine)

Tipbook - Violin and Viola: The Best Guide to Your Instrument

(Book). The Tipbook Series books are handy, accessible, thorough and convenient guides for players who want to get the most out of their instrument. They are written in collaboration with and proofread by musicians, teachers, technicians and other experts for beginners, students and advanced players. Features include: lessons, teachers and practicing * all jargon explained * basic background information * price indications * the history and the family of the instrument * and more. The flute &amp; piccolo book covers topics such as selecting and play-testing flutes and piccolos, choosing headjoints, playing tips, maintenance and more. "Highly recommended for flute players of all levels." (Matthew Bright, Flutewise) "The Tipbook concept is excellent. These attractively presented little books show clear layout and accessibly short paragraphs. The layout and information are clear and concise." (Australian Music Teacher Magazine)

Tipbook Flute and Piccolo: The Complete Guide (The Best Guide to Your Instrument)

(Book). The Tipbook Series books are handy, accessible, thorough and convenient guides for players who want to get the most out of their instrument. They are written in collaboration with and proofread by musicians, teachers, technicians and other experts for beginners, students and advanced players. Features include: lessons, teachers and practicing * all jargon explained * basic background information * price indications * the history and the family of the instrument * and more. The clarinet book covers such topics as selecting and play-testing clarinets, buying mouthpieces, necks and reeds, tuning, and a clarinetist's glossary. "I've come across few books on the clarinet with the same immediate appeal as this one; In terms of broadening one's outlook on the instrument, I think this book is an excellent buy." (Clarinet &amp; Saxophone, UK) "The Clarinet Tipbook contains a plethora of useful information. This little book will enlighten players of all standards and teachers will find it an invaluable resource." (Australian Music Teacher Magazine)

Tipbook Clarinet: The Best Guide to Your Instrument

The Tipbook Series books are handy, accessible, thorough and convenient guides for players who want to get the most out of their instrument. They are written in collaboration with and proofread by musicians, teachers, technicians and other experts - for beginners, students and advanced players. Features include: lessons, teachers and practicing * all jargon explained * basic background information * price indications * the history and the family of the instrument * and more. "Provides access to the kind of knowledge a professional cellist would accumulate over the years. Comprehensive, concise and written in straight-forward language." (Stringendo) "Each Tipbook volume is small in size but rich in information, suitable for students and professionals." (Muzik Etc) "Concise but detailed advice; clear and crisply written. Billing itself as the reference manual for both beginning and advanced cellists, the book comes pretty darn close to its claim." (Kindler Cello Society Newsletter)

Tipbook - Cello: The Best Guide to Your Instrument

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