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The author delivers another middle-grade thriller about a piano teacher obsessed with his students' hands--so much so that he collects them!

Build your voice up and bring the house down! Some people are born with naturally beautiful voices, but even the best can get better by applying training that can make a performance truly soar. Singing Exercises For Dummies shows you how to do just that. Following the drills and exercises found both in the book and online examples, you’ll be able to refine your technique; develop consistency, power, and endurance; and increase your vocal range so...

Presents an introduction to playing the ukulele, discussing such topics as chords, strumming, fingerpicking, and different genres and styles, along with advice on selecting and caring for an instrument.

A celebrated instructor explains his philosophy of teaching and practice methods, including the appropriate combination of technique and interpretation. Ivan Galamian, a longtime Juilliard professor, incorporates aspects of both the Russian and French schools in a system both ingenious and logical. His tutelage has produced astonishing results with students, many of whom rank among the world's most acclaimed concert artists and orchestral concertmasters....

Profiles the human voice as an instrument, describes skills of a good singer, contains quotations from singers, and includes a quiz designed to help readers decide if singing is right for them.

The violin is one of the most versatile instruments around. But is the violin the right instrument for you? Or would a different choice be better? Hear what professional violinists like about their instrument, and learn what skills a good violinist needs. Discover whether the violin is your best choice for making music.

Introduces readers to reggae music and includes activities that will immerse children in musical tradition.

Describes an apple tree as it grows leaves and flowers and then produces its fruit, while in its branches robins make a nest, lay eggs, and raise a family. Includes a recipe for apple pie.

Introduces the reader to hip-hop music and includes activities that immerse children in musical tradition.

Ten-year-old Zoe Elias, who longs to play the piano but must resign herself to learning the organ, instead, finds that her musicianship has a positive impact on her workaholic mother, her jittery father, and her school social life.