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Chords by Topography

This is a good way to learn the chords. I recommend memorizing these. Once you have these the rest of the more complex chords will start to come easier. Click to see full size

Use a lead sheet to gig with different band members without a lot of rehearsing.

Singers and soloists who have two jobs and a family to support will find it difficult to get musicians together for rehearsals. Centres like Toronto have a wide assortment of musicians who can read. A lead sheet can provide a way for musicians to see where your song is going and in a single page

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Added a few more youtube links

My playlists are growing on my youtube channel  My latest additions are from Ennio Morricone’s Love Affair filmscore  

Re: Original Songs Page updated

I have not posted here for a while. Here ‘s an update. 1) http://leadsheetz.com/about/ricks-original-songs/ now has local links to the words. 2) Observations about harmonic rhythm  I want to share with you. From the days of Bach in the 17th century to the twentieth century harmonic rhythm went through a slowing down process. It was common

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Webcompose has a new look

My other line of work is web design. I have changed my Webcompose.ca website to reflect a new focus and that is tutoring. Those who want a new website can have one up after just two sessions. I charge only $30.00 an hour and you will be able to build, maintain and update your own

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Some Beginner Piano Books I Recommend

Alfred’s Basic Adult Piano Course Lesson Book, Book 3 By Willard A. Palmer, Morton Manus, and Amanda Vick Lethco. For Piano. Method/Instruction; Piano – Alfred’s Basic Adult Piano Course. Alfred’s Basic Adult Piano Course. Book. 96 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing (AP.2263) …more info   Alfred’s Adult All-in-One Course – Level 1 (Book) (Lesson

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Piano Teacher and Vocal Coach

I have some resources for learning at my Musicdocz.com website.~CURRENTLY DOWN DUE TO HACKING~ This site also has lyrics and chord symbols that help with song structure. The songs I posted have a clear indication when it’s a intro, verse, chorus or bridge Read about my lessons at my gigs website http://rickmaltesemusic.com/j2/lessons.html

Total Musicianship is for aspiring musicians and…

music lovers. We all love music. Some of us make it our passion. This is where you can share your passion.

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