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This method is perfect for anyone wanting to teach themselves how to play the mandolin. The book starts out with the basics of the instrument, getting to know it, how to hold it, and how to play it. You will progress steadily, learning the notes one at a time and practicing them in short songs and exercises. By the end of the book you will be playing full songs and tunes that you will recognize. To complete this package we also include a demonstration CD and a DVD video. The included companion CD demonstrates the examples from the book so you can listen to them before you practice. The DVD video is the perfect way for you to see that you are doing everything correctly. Learning to play the mandolin has never been so fun and easy. Start learning today!
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Song List For First Lessons - Mandolin
Greensleeves
Skip To My Lou
Camptown Races - Composed by: Stephen Foster
Red River Valley
Just A Closer Walk With Thee
Billy Boy
This Train
Careless Love
John Henry
Buffalo Gals
Soldier's Joy
Sometimes I Feel Like A Motherless Child
Go Down Moses
St. James Infirmary
The Blue Tail Fly
Roll In My Sweet Baby's Arms
Lonesome Valley
In The Pines
Oh, Them Golden Slippers
Poor Wayfaring Stranger
The Great Speckled Bird
Roving Gambler
East Virginia Blues (Basic Version)
East Virginia Blues (Note Fill In Version)
My Home's Across The Blue Ridge Mountains
Seventh Blues
My Walking Cane
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Audio Samples For First Lessons - Mandolin
In addition to the exerciese, there are two versions for each song (one is at a slow tempo, the other is at regular tempo). Plus, there is an introduction track and a tuning note track.
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Publisher: "First Lessons - Mandolin" was published by Mel Bay Publications.
Type: Instruction Book
Category: Mandolin Sheet Music
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