The Sitar is most well know to the Western World as the instrument of India. Although it is believed that the Sitar has existed in its current form since the 1700’s its popularity among the West is a very recent phenomenon. Musicians such as George Harrison of the Beatles and Ravi Shankar helped popularize the instrument during the late 60’s and early 70’s. With its beautiful Eastern melodies, the Sitar became an easily recognizable instrument in Western Popular culture. Although the majority of its melodies are played on only a few strings, the Sitar is a very complicated instrument...

Everything you need to know and everything you need to play properly is explained and demonstrated in these two dvd’s. All the fingering techniques and movements are shown to you in close up detail and played very slowly for easy understanding. The notation of how all these movements are written are explained in detail and I then play them for you to hear how they should sound. Bobby has been a pipe major of several pipe bands with varying degrees of success and developed a tuition program that should be totally fool proof. There are no “grey areas” in...

Famous virtuoso Irish flute (tin whistle) Vinnie Kilduff gives lessons at the same time, perhaps the simplest to master, beautiful and cheap musical instrument. Just take in mind – the cost of a simple tin whistle – from $3, which availbale almost for all musicians and newbies. With all this flute is easy to learn, has a distinct sound, and requires NO special skills to play it. Vinnie Kilduff took part in the recording of such giants of Irish music like Clannad and The Waterboys. In this video, he explained in detail and show everything you need to know...

Allen Vizzutti is one of the most phenomenal trumpet players. Very interesting trumpet clinic performed by Allen Vizzutti. The quality of video is not so good but it’s recommended for musicians from begginers to advanced. The clicnic describes such things as practicing for profits, endurance and technique, developing styles and other necessary for every musician tips. Don’t miss a chance to watch Alllen’s lessons. Mr. Vizzutti has done a spledid job of his method. Worth the price just for the warmup. For those who don’t know much about Allen Vizzuti… He is master trumpet player with much insight to...

This sensational DVD covers all the essential topics that will make you a better Trumpet player! Techniques include forming your embouchure, warming up, the three kinds of air, how and what to practice, singing through your horn, mutes, cleaning and much more. Also features interviews with Snooky Young, Maria Schneider, Wayne Bergeron, Ingrid Jensen and Bob Reeves, plus a tour of the Calicchio Trumpet Factory. Mr. Thomas, a lead trumpet man of some repute (Basie, USC professorship) compiled a well thought out video that answers all questions regarding playing this special instrument, one of the most physical things one...

Zakhar Bron is an exceptional violinist and world renowned teacher whohas received numerous awards and professorships. Several of his students, such as Vadim Repin, Maxim Vengerov, Erik Schumann and Mayuko Kamio, belong to the world elite of violin soloists. Standard Violin Student Repertoire masterfully taught by Zakhar Bron. Filming of a Master Class in the White Room of the Sheremetjev Palace in St. Petersburg. DVD with Solo Violin Part, prepared and annotated by Zakhar Bron. Zakhar Bron is an exceptional violinist and world renowned teacher who has received numerous awards and professorships, Several of his students, such as Vadim...

Zakhar Bron Zakhar Bron is an exceptional violinist and world renowned teacher whohas received numerous awards and professorships. Several of his students, such as Vadim Repin, Maxim Vengerov, Erik Schumann and Mayuko Kamio, belong to the world elite of violin soloists. Standard Violin Student Repertoire masterfully taught by Zakhar Bron. Filming of a Master Class in the White Room of the Sheremetjev Palace in St. Petersburg. DVD with Solo Violin Part, prepared and annotated by Zakhar Bron. Zakhar Bron is an exceptional violinist and world renowned teacher who has received numerous awards and professorships, Several of his students, such...

This DVD’s objective is to offer a complete overview of the octave mandolin. From a basic point of reference, offering set-up instructions and proper positioning for both right hand and left to a more advanced level covering many new bluegrass, folk, fiddle, celtic and contemporary tunes while offering up essential techniques. With this DVD, you’ll learn all of your basic chord positions, which cover most major keys, and the proper fingering for each chord and all of your basic scale patterns within these same keys giving the octave mandolinist all the tools necessary to jam with others or even...

The Sitar is one of the most popular instruments in Hindustani shastriya sangeet and is a versatile instrument. Its ability to produce a deeply emotive tone that is very close to the human voice agility and liveliness has made it a very sought after instrument. Sitar music has been patronized for about 700 years and the fact that it is still being practiced today with dedication and passion is a testimony to its grandeur. This DVD of “Learning the Sitar” comprises basic lessons on playing the Sitar by Sri B. Siva Ramakrishna Rao, a disciple of late Ustad. Ahmed...

The bouzouki is a vital part of the instrumental line-up of many Irish session and performing bands, Zan McLeod, one of the Celtic music world’s most talented bouzouki players, accompanists and arrangers, has created a lesson that is comprehensive enough to be of great value to beginners and experienced players alike. With the help of button Accordion virtuoso Billy McComisky, Zan explores the bouzouki through the study of traditional reels, jigs and slip jigs. You’ll learn to play in several keys using ringing drone strings, moving lines, chord substitutions, harmonized scales and counter melodies, all designed to enhanced your...