The accompanying online media includes both play-along and demo audio tracks that feature fully orchestrated accompaniments recorded by world-class, professional musicians in a live studio setting. Also included are PDF files with specially designed piano accompaniments that can be played by a teacher or intermediate piano student.
The included TNT 2 software features the ability to change the speed of the recordings without changing the pitch---slow the tempo down for practice, or speed it up to performance tempo.
Designed for violinists familiar with first position and comfortable reading basic rhythms, each two-page arrangement in this collection includes a violin 1 and violin 2 part, with each taking a turn at playing the melody for a fun and challenging ensemble experience.
Well-known classical pieces played in a different way: in new arrangements with jazz and pop elements - this is how favorite themes from Bach to Beethoven sound fresh and interesting again! For all lovers of "crossover" between classical, jazz and pop music with written improvisations as well as chord symbols for your own improvisations. All pieces are clearly structured: short intro, theme in an easy arrangement, theme in a jazzy arrangement or as improvisation, coda. Band playbacks recorded live on the CD guarantee the right atmosphere: feel as if you are performing with a band or an orchestra! All the piano accompaniments are available as PDF files on the CD and can be printed out as top quality parts.
Judy Garland immortalized the iconic song, “Over the Rainbow,” in the landmark film, “The Wizard of Oz.” It was a groundbreaking song in a groundbreaking film, now it has been immortalized once again in our new “groundbreaking release” for string quartet. Michael Tarro’s emotional arrangement for strings is a true masterpiece. The CD is recorded in our critically acclaimed play-along fashion, but now we’ve taken it to the next level and beyond. The audio recording contains 17 tracks covering every possible combination, from the full ensemble, to assorted groupings, to each individual instrument performed separately.
This celebratory 70th Anniversary instrumental edition of one of the most famous MGM movie musicals features a historical essay, and color/black and white movie photos. Also included is a CD which features live demonstration performances of the instrument tracks. This title is available in SmartMusic.
The arrangements are completely compatible with each other and can be played together or as solos. Each book contains a carefully edited part that is appropriate for the Level 2-3 player. The arrangements in the string instrument books, however, are not compatible with those in the wind instrument books due to level considerations regarding keys and instrument ranges.
From the classics to the hits of today, these timeless tunes are now available as easy arrangements for Violin, Viola, and Cello. Each string book includes piano accompaniments, a removable string part, and a fully orchestrated accompaniment recording. This title is available in SmartMusic.