Classical Dulcimer for Wascally Wabbits (2017)
Thanks to Bugs Bunny, Elmer Fudd, and dozens of other cartoon characters, you're already familiar with many of the pieces in this book.
Thanks to Carol Walker (the Wascalliest Wabbit of all) and her lifelong immersion in classical music, along with extensive study of music theory and orchestration, this unique book fills an otherwise empty niche in the dulcimer world.
Rewriting a piece originally played by an 80-piece symphony orchestra for a 3-string diatonically-fretted folk instrument is no easy task, but Carol has made it happen. You'll recognize the infamous "Ride of the Valkyries" as you play through "Kill da Wabbit," on your dulcimer.
The book contains 25 extended solos ("recital pieces"), eight duets and two trios, AND the famous "Canon in D," arranged from Pachelbel's original score, written in 1680. This arrangement also includes two additional simplified versions of the "Canon," enabling almost any player, regardless of level of ability, to enjoy this piece.
A special feature of this book is the availability of recordings and videos of every song, plus each part of every ensemble arrangement. These recordings would easily fill two CDs, so to keep costs down, Carol has opted to place these items on her website. The instructional videos will help you figure out the more challenging techniques required for some of the pieces. In short, it's like having Carol right there with you every time you dig out the book!
Thanks to Carol Walker (the Wascalliest Wabbit of all) and her lifelong immersion in classical music, along with extensive study of music theory and orchestration, this unique book fills an otherwise empty niche in the dulcimer world.
Rewriting a piece originally played by an 80-piece symphony orchestra for a 3-string diatonically-fretted folk instrument is no easy task, but Carol has made it happen. You'll recognize the infamous "Ride of the Valkyries" as you play through "Kill da Wabbit," on your dulcimer.
The book contains 25 extended solos ("recital pieces"), eight duets and two trios, AND the famous "Canon in D," arranged from Pachelbel's original score, written in 1680. This arrangement also includes two additional simplified versions of the "Canon," enabling almost any player, regardless of level of ability, to enjoy this piece.
A special feature of this book is the availability of recordings and videos of every song, plus each part of every ensemble arrangement. These recordings would easily fill two CDs, so to keep costs down, Carol has opted to place these items on her website. The instructional videos will help you figure out the more challenging techniques required for some of the pieces. In short, it's like having Carol right there with you every time you dig out the book!
And ...
... you'll have tewiffic fun with Cawol's wascally wit and wisdom as you come acwoss dewicious tidbits of musical histowy, awong with whimsical wisecwacks and nawwatives on evewy page.
34 songs; 136 pages -- released 2017; extensively revised 2020
Level: Beginner to Advanced -- all mixed in (something for everyone!)
Mostly DAD tuning (a few other tunings, including DF#A and DAC)
Capo and 1+ fret needed for some songs
Variations for Baritone Dulcimer and Dulcimette
Spiral Bound (or digital eBook pdf)
Complete soundfiles available on website (enough to fill two CDs!)
Instructional videos available on website
Level: Beginner to Advanced -- all mixed in (something for everyone!)
Mostly DAD tuning (a few other tunings, including DF#A and DAC)
Capo and 1+ fret needed for some songs
Variations for Baritone Dulcimer and Dulcimette
Spiral Bound (or digital eBook pdf)
Complete soundfiles available on website (enough to fill two CDs!)
Instructional videos available on website
|
Classical Dulcimer for Wascally Wabbits
Print edition - $39.95 FREE shipping to US only |
|
|
Classical Dulcimer for Wascally Wabbits
Digital eBook PDF - $34.95 Note: I will personally send your eBook to your email address within 24 hours of purchase. |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Back to Store
©2022 Carol Walker | The Music Lady, LLC | All Rights Reserved