Magill's Cinema Annual 2006: A survey of the Films of 2005 (Magill's Cinema Annual)

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Now in its 60th edition, the Film Review is the world’s longest–running film annual. A definitive, up–to–date reference guide to the year in cinema, it includes: reviews, cast lists, and credits for all the year’s new releases; a review of the top ten box office stars, plus new faces of the year; details of the major awards and film festivals; comprehensive coverage of the year’s video releases; and the best soundtracks and websites. Recognized for six decades as the authoritative guide to the cinema year, the Film Reviewsports a user–friendly design as well as 200 photos and films stills.

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Hollywood Jesus Reviews 2005-2006

Manufacturer: Hollywood Jesus Books
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0978755413

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From the summer of 2005 through the spring of 2006, ticket sales rebounded from the near- disaster of the previous twelve months. Leading the charge were fantasy films and comic book franchises, with Superman, Batman, Harry Potter, Aslan the Lion, and Captain Jack Sparrow captivating wide audiences. King Kong even scaled more than the Empire State Building, grabbing a couple handfuls of year-end honors. But that wasn't all. Spirituality made new inroads with films about missionaries, ministers, and Madea. This year's collection of reviews covers 100 top films, every one of them reviewed from HollywoodJesus.com's spiritual perspective. The ideas that move the world infuse the cinema, and audiences are still paying attention. Into the darkness of the theatre comes a great light. God is behind the screen, and Jesus is in the seats. Take a close look the next time you're there. The 2005-2006 collection features the writing of twenty-eight of the Hollywood Jesus reviewers: Kathy Bledsoe, Maurice Broaddus, Michael Brunk, Peter Cruikshank, Jim Davis, Brian Dedmon, Mike Furches, James Harleman, Matthew Hill, Matt Kinne, Melinda Ledman, Elisabeth Leitch, Darrel Manson, Kevin Miller, Marcus Pittman, Tom Price, Ken Priebe, Michael Ray, Scott Roche, Jacob Sahms, Mike Smith, Johann Snyder, Tim Spanburg, Mark Ezra Stokes, Ed Travis, Chris Utley, Greg Wright, and Jenn Wright. Reviews are grouped by categories of popularity, and arranged alphabetically within those categories. Fans of a particular reviewer can find a short bio and list of reviews in the Index of Reviewers.

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Destined to become a classic, this method provides the beginner with the elements needed to become a proficient fiddler. Based on many years of teaching experience, the author introduces the concepts and techniques that yields solid results. This method encourages creativity in the student by including variations to the tunes and illustrating how they can serve as a basis for improvisation. To assist in the development of ensemble skills, chords and lyrics, basic music theory, and demonstrations of such skills as backup and lead playing are included in this profusely-illustrated book. A CD for listening and play-along captures the excitement of the music and aids instruction. This book is beneficial for both fiddle students and classical Suzuki violin students.

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Helped me learn to jam.......2007-08-24

I have been playing the fiddle for 7 years. The hardest thing for me is learning to jam with other musicians. AMF, Vol 1 was a big help in this regard. The first nine tunes were especially helpful because they are easy to memorize, easy to play in tune, and have a nice rhythm. These tunes are also familiar to other musicians in the bluegrass jam that I attend.

Good beginning book and class companion.......2007-05-09

I bought this book so I could get a head start on an Intro to Fiddle class. I also got the DVD. I couldn't be happier. It's a great companion to my class and gives me some extra practice material when I get through the songs we learn in class. The author does a great job of explaining techniques and giving tips. It's like having a tutor in addition to the class teacher.

Good Starter Book.......2007-02-15

I started playing the violin again at 44 after giving it up in middle school. The book is good and I actually bought it before i found an violin teacher and it was one she recommended.

Motivating Music for Beginning Violinists.......2007-01-13

My 9-year old daughter started classical violin 8 months ago. I bought her this book so she would have something different to play than her Suzuki music. She's already mastered book one and is in to book two. She has so much fun with the sons and, though her teacher works on some of them with her, she has learned many of the fiddle techniques just by reading the text in the book and listening to the CD.

My daughter's favorite selection is "Stinky Blues," which was written by Brian Wicklund.

I was so pleased when my 14 year old beginning guitar student learned the chords to a few of the songs and now they occasionally play along together.

My only question: When does book 3 come out?

fiddle book.......2006-11-05

The book has been immediately enjoyable for a beginner. I was able to play along with the CD with little confusion. I really enjoy the songs too.

Mel Bay Hokum: Theory & Scales for Fiddle Tunes & Fiddle Improvisation

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Hokum: theory &Scales for Fiddle Tunes &Improvisation
Hokum: Theory & Scales for Fiddle Tunes & Fiddle Improvisation

Mel Bay Hokum: Theory & Scales for Fiddle Tunes & Fiddle Improvisation
Leon Grizzard
Manufacturer: Mel Bay Publications, Inc.
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 078664446X

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This book is written to accomplish three purposes: (1) to teach music theory and scales as applied to fiddle tunes in the American and Celtic traditions; (2) to teach fiddle improvisation; and (3) to present additional material to help the fiddler who wants to play in other popular styles. Addresses major, minor and blues scales, diminished chords and more. Useful to any instrumentalist, this is not just another collection of licks, nor is it a book of transcriptions. This book teaches the theoretical framework of fiddle tunes and of fiddle soloing; the scales and arpeggios that fiddlers actually use, whether they know it or not. If you improvise or play variations on tunes now, this book will help you understand what works and why.

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Hokum: theory &Scales for Fiddle Tunes &Improvisation.......2007-01-11

This is one of the best of it's kind. This goes where other's don't.

Hokum: Theory & Scales for Fiddle Tunes & Fiddle Improvisation.......2006-06-29

I have been looking for a book like this for a long time. It is very good in developing an understanding of what notes go together to make a good fiddle improvisational piece. The exercises are great also and are great for warming up. The only way it could be better is if it inclueded more scales in other keys and if it came with a cd.

In the Fiddle Is a Song: A Lift-the-Flap Book of Hidden Potential

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You've got to love a title like this

In the Fiddle Is a Song: A Lift-the-Flap Book of Hidden Potential
Durga Bernhard
Manufacturer: Chronicle Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0811849511

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An acorn is not just an acorn. Somewhere deep inside is a tree waiting to grow tall. And that golden wheat swaying in the breeze? It's bread, just waiting to be baked. There's hidden potential all around us. There's even hidden potential inside you! This special lift-the-flap book will open your eyes to the remarkable possibilities within the ordinary things we see every day.

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You've got to love a title like this.......2006-10-30

This is a gem of a book. As a mom, I love the main idea about hope for a human's potential, as well as the potential of everything around us (e.g. a fiddle makes beautiful music; clouds bring rain; a gooey larva makes a butterfly). However, my soon-to-be-3 daughter, who really loves all kinds of books, is less enthusiastic about this one than I am...But I'm holding out. I think it's one she'll appreciate more when she's a little older, true to the advertised age range for this book. My appreciation to the talented author for this family treasure.

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How to Play Fiddle (Includes CD)
Larry McCabe
Manufacturer: Santorella Publications
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
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ASIN: 1585600776

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The perfect book for all fiddle players Featuring: Easy "one step at a time" progressive instruction. Helpful diagrams, photographs and workshops. A great assortment of familiar fiddle tunes. A rarely seen archived photo of the great Fiddlin' John Carson.

Mel Bay Deluxe Anthology of Fiddle Styles (Book/CD Set)

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Mel Bay Deluxe Anthology of Fiddle Styles (Book/CD Set)
David Reiner
Manufacturer: Mel Bay Publications, Inc.
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0786653523

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A critically acclaimed book covering old-time, bluegrass, Irish, blues, Scandinavian, Cajun, Texas, swing and jazz, and twin fiddling styles. This book also covers bowing, chords, chord progressions, kickoffs and endings, and improvisation. The companion recording features David Reiner's solo performance of all the tunes in the book.

The Irish Fiddle Book: The Art of Traditional Fiddle-Playing (Book & CD)

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Shouldn't the cds come with the book?
Great, Comprehensive Reference
Simply the Best
Excellent Learning Tool
Where's the tape?

The Irish Fiddle Book: The Art of Traditional Fiddle-Playing (Book & CD)
Matt Cranitch
Manufacturer: Ossian
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1900428679
Release Date: 2005-01-07

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This book explains and shows in detail the various techniques used by fiddle players in creating a traditional style of playing. All the information is presented in the context of the music itself, with numerous transcribed and recorded examples. It is aimed not only at the beginner, but also the fiddle-player (and indeed violinist) with some knowledge and experience who wishes to learn more. For those unable to read music, a chapter on notation is included. Particular emphasis is given to bowing and ornamentation, with individual chapters devoted to Jigs, Slides, Plokas, Hornpipes, Airs and Reels. The book also attemptes to convey something of the excitement felt in playing music which has a large degree of improvisation, albeit within certain bounds. The demonstration CD, which features a large selection of the transcribed tunes and ornaments performed by Cranitch, is an invaluable aid to learning as it allows the listener to hear how the music and ornamentation should sound.

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Shouldn't the cds come with the book?.......2004-07-09

I've seen this book at music stores but was reluctent to purchase it because it seemed a little expensive and also didn't include the cds. Maybe it's good not to rely too much on the cds with books like these but I have to admit I feel they are essential. It's like having a teacher giving you a run-through of not only how it sounds but also the feeling of how to play it. I see the top seller on amazon is the Peter Cooper book which I bought but was a little disapointed at what I thought was a bit of an uninspired interpretation of the tunes. I suppose that the fact that its on mel bay and is called the complete irish fiddle player gets it alot of attention but I wasn't all that crazy about it. What I do like is the Kevin Burke 20 Irish fiddle tunes on Homespun and my favorite right now is Ireland's Best Fiddle Tunes by Paul McNevin (Waltons Publishing) which has 110 fiddle tunes and 2 cds. Evidentally you can get this with or without the cds but I got the cd edition of course and it was about 30 bucks. I probably should apologize for getting off track of the book in review but I really need to have the cd or I'm not really interested. Oh, the McNevin book also has the guitar chords. This is the one to get, in my opinion. It doesn't look like amazon has it but I see now that although it's Waltons, an Irish publisher, it's evidentally being distributed through Mel Bay. McNevin also has a guide to learning the Irish fiddle for about the same price but I haven't checked that out.

Great, Comprehensive Reference.......2004-06-27

So you want to learn the Irish fiddle, eh? First find yourself a great teacher and start learning these tunes by ear! Second, pick up a copy of this book and the two CDs that go along with it--if you want to learn a tune on your own this book is a wonderful resource. All of the tunes (from reels to hornpipes to airs and everything in between) are written out with little more than the melody, so that you can personalize each one with ornamentation and bowing. Therefore, this book has a more authentic feel to it than many of the other books out there that seem to leave nothing to the imagination. Aditionally, the CDs offer a great sense of appropriate ornamentation and rhythm for many of the tunes. They are essential to truly making the most out of this book.
This book does offer an overview of basic fiddle technique and starts off with chapters on each seperate style of tune. The back section simply contains a wealth of tunes written out in standard musical notation. Honestly, I would recommend this book as a companion to lessons with a teacher, rather than a subsitute for them, in order to master the technical aspects of fiddle playing. But for most people this book will make a wonderfully comprehensive resource for building up your knowledge of very authentic Irish fiddle tunes. It is truly the best of its kind that I have ever used.

Simply the Best.......2002-06-30

I have purchased a number of Irish fiddle materials over the last four years. I have played guitar for over 30 years and thought that I would try Irish fiddle. Of all the books and materials I have purchased, this is simply the best. The tunes are challenging, yet playable, (if you put some time in} even for a beginner. Mr. Cranitch's playing on the accompanying cassette is excellent, and the cassette makes for good listening on it's own. I would assume that an intermediate to accomplished violinist who wants to play Irish fiddle would find this book less challenging, but I am confident that he or she would enjoy it. For someone with no knowledge of the violin, it will be very challenging, and maybe discouraging. But, once you have the ability to play in tune in first position, and are comfortable and relaxed with your bowing, this is the book to buy.

Excellent Learning Tool.......2000-11-24

I have this fiddle book and it is very thorough. Matt is an excellent fiddle teacher. There is a CD and a cassette that goes with it, sold separately, usually at music stores. The CD is recommend so you can just hit the track button and replay a tune you're practicing rather than rewinding the tape cassette. Highly recommended for learning Irish fiddle.

Where's the tape?.......2000-08-15

I understand there is a CD or audio cassette with this book. Is it available through you?

Martha Bishop waltmart@mindspring.com

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Mel Bay's Deluxe Album of Fiddle Waltzes & Slow Airs: For One, Two, or Three Violins (Book & CD Set)
Bill Guest
Manufacturer: Mel Bay Publications
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0786630450

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Canadian fiddler Bill Guest has collected and arranged 58 great fiddle waltzes written by a superb collection of contemporary fiddlers. The tunes are scored for violin solo, duet, or trio. This book comes with a stereo listening CD which demonstrates 30 songs from the book.

Mel Bay Danse Ce Soir: Fiddle And Accordion Music Of Quebec Book/CD Set

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Danse Ce Soir Bok/CD Set

Mel Bay Danse Ce Soir: Fiddle And Accordion Music Of Quebec Book/CD Set
Laurie Hart , and Greg Sandell
Manufacturer: Mel Bay Pubns
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0786666307

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Danse ce soir! Fiddle and Accordion Music of Quebec is a collection of 122 traditional and composed tunes by a wide variety of quebecois players and composers, the broadest and most informative collection of quebecois repertoire available to date. The text, in both French and English, gives extensive background information about the repertoire and history of instrumental dance music in Quebec, an analysis of the fiddle, accordion, guitar and piano style, and biographies of the musicians. Historical, stylistic and discographic information is offered for all of the tunes, which have been carefully transcribed complete with ornaments and guitar/piano chords. The book includes maps, photos, a bibliography, indexes, lists of organizations festivals and music camps, and an extensive discussion of piano accompaniment, including three full piano transcriptions. Appropriate for the beginner or accomplished player on any instrument, for the folklorist and musicologist, and for the listener or dancer who wants to learn more about the beautiful and varied traditional music of Quebec. The companion CD offers ensemble renditions of 32 tunes from the book, for a total of 60 minutes.

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Danse Ce Soir Bok/CD Set.......2007-03-09

after 3 tries, finally got this order, only to find the CD doesn't play all it's tracks. the book is a little hard to follow; I'd recommend putting it in a spiral binding so the pages will stay open without breaking the spine.

Old-Time Fiddle for the Complete Ignoramus (Book & CD set)

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ALL YOU NEED!
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Old-Time Fiddle for the Complete Ignoramus (Book & CD set)
Wayne Erbsen
Manufacturer: Native Ground Books & Music
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1883206480
Release Date: 2005-09-01

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Wayne Erbsen's 35 years of teaching experience shows on every page. He takes the reader through every step of adjusting, tuning, holding, and playing the fiddle. 37 tunes are written out in Wayne's own unique and easy-to-use tab system and standard notation. Fiddle instruction has never been any simpler, clearer, or more humorous. This book will teach absolutely anyone to play the fiddle. Instructional CD included.

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ALL YOU NEED!.......2007-08-22

this book and cd was all i needed to be playing old-time music by heart in a few short sessions. It's wonderful. The book isnt so much a "how-to" as it is a "hey, come sit down and i'll tell you about fiddling" kinda book. very enjoyable to read, simple steps, and teaches you to teach yourself. if you're even thinking about getting into fiddling, get this book!

Review.......2006-06-17

This is an excellent text for a beginner fiddler. The instructions are clear, concise and written with a humerous twist that eases the pain of starting out. Tunes are good too... easy to play and plenty of scope for improvisation later on. Tabs are included if you can't read music making it easy to get started straightaway. The accompanying CD is a great stand-by, so's you can listen in when the going gets tough.

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Cross-tuning made easy

The Fiddle Book (Fiddle)
Marion Thede
Manufacturer: Oak Publications
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0825601452
Release Date: 1970-12-31

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The most comprehensive collection of traditional fiddle tunes ever compiled. Over 150 tunes, familiar and obscure, with lyrics. Transcribed from the playing of country fiddlers.

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Cross-tuning made easy.......2004-10-20

I love Marion Thede's 'The Fiddle Book. One of the most useful aspects of this book is that tunes are notated both 'as they sound' and as they are written, if the fiddle was tuned in standard tuning. In other words, you cross tune your fiddle, and then play from the music as if you were in GDAE tuning. Fantastic.

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