Best Selling Books by JERRY SILVERMAN

Learning to play fiddle tunes is made more meaningful when the student is supported musically by the accompaniment of a teacher, parent or friend. the 76 traditional fiddle tunes and folksongs in this book in C, G, D, A and E major (many of which are presented in more than one key) are printed in a separate pull-out section. the accompanying piano part (with guitar chords) has its own section which includes the fiddle part. This layout will help the accompanist keep the student on track. the result: Enjoyable stylish duets.76 fiddle tunes and folksongs arranged with guitar chords and piano accompaniment in C, G, D, A and E major.All the fiddle parts are in the first position. Many are presented in more than one key.A separate pull-out section for the fiddle part.The accompanying piano part (with guitar chords) has its own section which includes the fiddle part.

This collection of 32 songs celebrates the joy of singing with a potpourri of vocal gems in Italian. Lyrics are in Italian and English and each song is in piano/vocal format with guitar chords.

As you read this, somewhere in the English-speaking world a production of a Gilbert & Sullivan operetta is being rehearsed or presented. It may be taking place in an elementary, secondary or high school; a university; an amateur musical theater group; a summer-stock ensemble; a professional light-opera company. the musical accompaniment may consist of a piano or two - perhaps plus a few other instruments - or a full orchestra.Audiences, be they first-time listeners or dyed-in-the wool G&S fanatics, will be captivated by the scintillating melodies and effervescent lyrics of those highly unlikely collaborators: Sir Arthur Seymour Sullivan and Sir William Schwenck GIlbert.Incredibly, despite the seemingly endless popularity of these works, which have been published, staged, recorded, broadcast, televised and cinematized over the years since their first performances by the D''Oyly Carte Opera in London in the 1870s and 1880s, there has never been an edition which permitted the guitar-playing masses to enjoy these Victorian gems. Until now. Here, for the first time, are 52 G&S favorites (or, if you will, favourites), drawn from five of their most popular operettas: H.M.S. Pinafore, the Pirates of Penzance, Patience, Iolanthe, the Mikado. arranged with guitar chords – in guitar-friendly keys! the very model of a modern music manuscript! All selections include melody, lyrics and guitar chords.

Forty-six well-known German favorites arranged for piano and voice. Lyrics are in German and English.

A vivid collection of songs, ballads and dance melodies arranged in piano/vocal format. These melodies capture the vibrance of the Spanish culture and include guitar chords. All lyrics are presented in English and Spanish.

This compact book presents 130 songs in a convenient 5 1/2 inches by 8 inch format. All selections are written in leadsheet format for voice with complete lyrics, guitar chords and harmonica tablature. Ideal for the trail or campfire singing, take it along on your next hike or camping trip. Written in the guitar- friendly keys of C, G, D, A, E major and A, D, and E minor. Songs include A Tisket, a Tasket; All the Pretty Little Horses; Arkansas Traveler; Aunt Rhody; Bury Me Beneath the Willow; Clementine; Cripple Creek; I''ve Been Working on the Railroad; Oh Susanna; Pop Goes the Weasel; and many more.

This book presents a sparkling collection of 51 traditional blues songs written for voice and piano in guitar-friendly keys. Complete lyrics, suggested guitar chords, and occasional historic notes are provided. the song list includes such classics as W.C.Handy''s St. Louis Blues; Dallas Blues; Stagolee; St. James Infirmary; Mule Skinner Blues; and many more.

A delightfully pleasing potpourri of ballads, songs, and glimpses of the colorful diversity and history of the French people. Thirty-seven songs are included. Lyrics are in French and in English. All the music is scored in piano/vocal format.

This book presents 375 of J.S. Bach''s surviving chorale harmonizations with singable English translations of the original German text by choral conductor Henry S. Drinker. Printed in an easy-to-read format, this edition was designed to facilitate both analysis of Bach''s musical genius in voice leading and renewed performance of these works by congregations. It is hoped that this user-friendly edition will inspire students and congregations alike to take a fresh look at this priceless musical treasure. Today they remain some of the finest examples of voice leading and harmonic movement, making them appropriate study material for any student of music theory and harmony. Chorales are also the root of traditional hymnody, especially from the Lutheran tradition. the chorales were originally text and melody sung a cappella, and were for congregational singing. Chorales were set in four parts for choir use, and are still appropriate for performance in worship services today. Many of the melodies will be familiar to those who sing traditional hymns. Choirs will love singing these beautifully written settings.

An excellent way to celebrate holidays throughout the year. St. Valentines''s Day, St. Patrick''s Day, Easter, Mother''s Day, Flag Day, Columbus Day, Veteran''s Day, and other holidays are included. Arranged for voice and piano with guitar chords.

Over 90 Christmas songs, all playable with just three chords. Titles: * Angels We Have Heard on High * A Child This Day Is Born * Christ Was Born on Christmas Day * Come, All Ye Shepherds * Come, Let Us Adore Him * Deck the Halls * The First Noel * God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen * Good King Wenceslas * Hark! The Herald Angels Sing * In a Manger Was Born * Jingle Bells * Jolly Old St. Nicholas * Joy to the World * Oh, Christmas Tree * Patapan * Rejoice and Be Merry * Rise Up, Shepherd, and Follow * and many, many more!

A colorful mixture of traditional English folk songs and ballads, as well as the history of many of the songs. Many English folk songs are quite familiar in America. Hundreds of them came along with the earliest settlers in the 17th century; others with the Redocoats in the 18th century; still others with the sailors and fisherman of the 19th century; and finally the doughboys and G.I.''s of two world wars have brought over the 20th century''s contribution. the book includes melody line, lyrics, historical information, and guitar chords.

These 22 ballads for guitar are each presented with the melody in standard notation, chord symbols, lyrics, and fingerstyle accompaniment in notation and tablature. This collection is great fun for playing and singing along.

This collection includes a large dose of sentimentality and pathos intermingled with irreverent humor and lighthearted gaiety, the sparkle of the British music hall, the brilliance of Gilbert and Sullivan, the sweet simplicity of Stephen Foster, and more.

Forty-nine typical songs from down under, with historical information. for voice and piano in friendly guitar keys - with guitar chords.

Presents a survey of basic folk guitar techniques.

More than one hundred songs of the Holocaust in sixteen languages with English translations. Here for the first time is a stirring collection of rare songs of the Holocaust; songs of resistance, despair, rage, hope and even humor, written in the face of utter evil. The very existence of these songs raises haunting questions. The extensive historical notes and insightful survivor testimony in this groundbreaking volume provide moving answers. Musicologist Jerry Silverman has compiled and presents an expansive collection of Holocaust-era folk music in sixteen languages that he situates within a vivid historical framework. This volume represents the work of concentration camp prisoners and inhabitants of the ghettos of Eastern Europe, subversive European cabaret music, anti-Fascist Russian Army songs, and songs of Resistance fighters. Silverman has conducted exhaustive research that took in many countries to unearth this material, and in some cases where the original music has been lost, set the words to music using traditional melodies. Included are songs of prewar Germany and of postwar reflection by such balladeers as Peter Seeger, Janis Ian, and Si Kahn.

The first self-teaching guide to one of America''s most enduring and popular instruments, with over 70 songs and instrumental solos.

In this meticulously researched anthology, Jerry Silverman uses the popular music of the World War I (1912-1919) to provide a thorough overview of the political and social milieu of the times as well as a sense of the futility of war. Extensive historical notes and period photographs enhance this collection of 59 songs chosen for their musical value as much as for their historical significance. Silvernman writes, There were two parallel streams of songs being created during the course of ''the war to end all wars''-one by the soldiers ''over there'' and the other by songwriters ''over here''. Tin Pan Alley titles include: It''s a Long Way to Tipperary, ''Til the Boys Come Home (Keep the Home Fires Burning), I Don''t Want to War, I Didn''t Raise My Boy to Be a Soldier, I''ve Got the Army Blues, Hello Central-Give Me France, Over There, Oh! How to Get Up in the Morning, and How Ya Gonna Keep ''Em Down on the Farm; Tin Hat Alley tunes include: Diggin'', Deep-Sea Blues, When I Lay Down, The Passing Pilot and Hinky Dinky, Parley-voo. Each song is shown in piano/vocal format with accompaniment chord symbols. Many of the soldiers'' songs appear in print here for the first time.

New York''s fascinating history as presented in song.

Each song in this book was selected for its rousing chorus or its pattern of repeated lyrics (so everyone can sing along). Sixty songs are included to enhance any campfire gathering. Guitar chords, melody notation, and complete lyrics are included.

This huge collection of traditional and folk tunes includes song catergories such as love songs, songs of the sea, fun songs, train songs, sentimental songs, and songs based on historic events. Written in simple leadsheet format with complete lyrics and chord symbols, this collection is perfect for gatherings around the campfire or as a general sourcebook. Author/compiler Jerry Silverman contributes program notes for the more obscure tunes in this exhaustive anthology of American song.

Collection of African American Christmas music. Traditional Black Music.