The Mandolin Primer Book with audio CD by Bert Casey is designed for the beginning mandolin student who desires an easy to follow, step by step instruction method for getting started on the mandolin. It starts with proper left & right hand technique and playing scales, then progresses to playing beginning chords and 14 popular bluegrass songs using techniques such as hammer-ons, slides, pull-offs, and double stops. It also includes a complete chord chart and a section on how to play rhythm on the mandolin (the famous mandolin "chop"). $14.95
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The Mandolin Song Book Written by Brad Laird, this book and audio CD combination contains a collection of songs for mandolin players. In it you'll find a variety of styles, from bluegrass to old-time fiddle tunes to Celtic and classic American favorites, all arranged for mandolin and written in tablature and standard notation. On the CD, the tunes are played slowly and then at a more moderate tempo with rhythm guitar. This book is designed to be a follow up to The Mandolin Primer book or for anyone who has completed the Mandolin Basics Package. $14.95
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The Mandolin Master Class book with audio CD by Brad Laird will help you learn how to improvise on your mandolin! The book covers important concepts like basic music theory, use of the major scale, use of the pentatonic scale, how to navigate the fingerboard using "triangulation", how to use the Circle of 5ths, how to use the "number system" for chord progressions, how to construct scales and chords, how to practice effectively and how to decide "what to play." Read more about it and get a free preview here... $24.95
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The Mandolin Training Camp book with audio CD by Brad Laird is a follow-up to Mandolin Master Class and provides 84 pages of information and exercises to help you gain control over your fingers! Mandolin Master Class is about "what to play" and this book is about actually being able to do it! The exercises presented range from easy to extremely challenging. But, the exercises progress in an organized way to lead you to a better understanding of the fingerboard while building speed and dexterity. Read more about it and get a free preview here... $24.95
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The Mandolin Handbook by Brad Laird is an 80 page owner's manual for mandolin players. Full of do-it-yourself instructions for getting the maximum sound and playability out of your mandolin. Includes information on accessories, cleaning, repairs, and caring for your instrument. Profusely illustrated. To read a more detailed description and to view a preview click here. There is information in this book for mandolin players of all levels. $21.95
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Mandolin Basics Package on DVD + Book by Brad Laird. This DVD and book combo contains the exact same 6 video lessons, all 19 of the MP3 audio tracks, and all of the printed music and chord charts which normally come in the downloadable version of Brad's Mandolin Basics Package. We offer this product as a service for those who prefer to watch the lessons on a TV. After ordering, the DVD and book will be shipped to you.
Book is 8.5" x 11", 20 pages + cover. DVD is enclosed. Total time 111 min. $29.95
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Mandolin Improvisation Basics Package on DVD + Book by Brad Laird. This DVD and book combo contains the exact same 6 video lessons, all 13 of the MP3 audio tracks, and all of the printed music and chord charts which normally come in the downloadable version of Brad's Mandolin Improvisation Basics Package. We offer this product as a service for those who prefer to watch the lessons on a TV. After ordering, the DVD and book will be shipped to you. Note: We suggest that you complete the Mandolin Basics Package before you study this DVD.
Book is 8.5" x 11", 20 pages + cover. DVD is enclosed. Total time 143 min. $29.95
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Roland White's Approach to Bluegrass Mandolin with 2 audio CDs will help you become a more skilled mandolinist. The book starts with the basics and features 30 powerful and tasteful arrangements of Bluegrass standards. This book will transform you from a beginner to a pro. The book also includes 2 audio cds with slow and medium tempo versions of all the songs. $29.95
The Bluegrass Fakebook by Bert Casey is a handy songbook containing bluegrass lyrics, bluegrass gospel lyrics, chord progressions, and melody lines to 150 of the all-time favorite Bluegrass songs, including 50 gospel tunes, as well as many "new" bluegrass songs. Printed in large, easy-to-read type with one song per page, this book is excellent for use on stage or in jam sessions, because everyone can read along. Also included are chord charts for the guitar, banjo, and mandolin to help you learn your favorite bluegrass chords and a listing of currently available recordings of each song. $19.95
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