New Releases by JERRY SILVERMAN

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.

Each of the fiddle and folk tunes in this collection is presented in more than one key, permitting teachers to introduce the all important concept of tonality early in their students'' musical accuracy in terms of finding half-steps differences as the keys of change. Almost all the tunes are in first position. All the tunes have been harmonized with chord symbols. If teacher, parent, or friend can accompany these tunes on the guitar, piano autoharp, or other chord-playing instrument, the benefit to the student will be readily apparent.

This book presents a collection of over 50 traditional 19th and early 20th century songs full of fun and foolishness written for voice and piano in guitar-friendly keys. Complete lyrics, suggested guitar chords, as well as standard piano notation are provided. the song list includes such classics as New Jersey Turnpike; Phil the Fluther''s Ball; Shootin'' with Rasputin; George Washington Bridge; Away with Rum; and many more.

Here are 27 favorite bluegrass tunes for all bluegrass-loving guitar players. Each tune includes the melody in notation with lyrics and chord symbols plus a fingerstyle accompaniment in notation and tablature.

Introduces the all-important concept of tonality early in the student''s development, and affords a choice of keys and fingerings for each tune. Each piece is presented in the keys of C,F and G. Ranges gradually increase from a third to a ninth.

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.

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.

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

The music, lyrics and chords for 41 baseball songs written from 1867 to 1922 are included in this book along with fun historical facts about the songs, songwriters, and the history of baseball.

The Guitar Guide: At the dawn of the folk guitar boom of the 1960s Jerry Silverman''s two books, "The Folksinger''s Guitar Guide," volumes 1 and 2 set the gold standard for guitar instructional material. They sold in the hundreds of thousands of copies and inspired a generation (and more) of aspiring pickers and singers with their combination of folksongs and the various techniques needed to accompany them. The Almanac: Unique in the annals of guitar literature, its purpose is to present to the interested reader a body of material relating to the guitar and the guitarist that is generally not touched upon in the usual method books. This material has been drawn from the personal experiences of the author, and it contains advice about choosing, studying and teaching the guitar, as well as discussions about strings, capos, fingernails and other "accessories after the fact."

Over 50 songs that stir the American spirit, grouped by historical era for easy reference, will make readers want to tap their feet, clap their hands, and sing along.

Provides a history of the music and lyrics of a dozen Civil War songs, describing the circumstances under which they were created and performed.

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!

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.

This comprehensive and historically significant collection captures the hope and tragedy of the Civil War era withperiod photographs and lithographs. Includes guitar/vocal and guitar solo arrangements of 38 favorite songs of the period. Songs are classified by subject matter: The Union, the Confederacy, Lincoln, universal sentiments, soldier''s songs, battles, Negro spirituals & abolitionist songs, the lighter side, and post-bellum. Written in standard notation and tablature.

Jerry Silverman has taken the best songs from Songs of England; Songs of Ireland; and Songs of Scotland and arranged them for voice with complete lyrics and annotated guitar accompaniment, as well as guitar solos. A new section on Songs of Wales has been added. Solos appear in standard notation and tablature.

Uses the music and lyrics of thirteen Afro-American songs as a focal point for relating the history of the African-American experience and for telling American musical history.

America is clearly a land of song! In this fine collection, prolific Mel Bay author Jerry Silverman explores the dusty archives of songdom to rediscover golden treasures of bygone days. The book offers over 50 captivating American songs loosely classified as related to Home, Home Runs, and Heartbreak. All selections are arranged for piano and voice with complete lyrics and suggested guitar chords. Includes a historical essay by Russell Baker plus an introduction and commentary on many of the individual songs by the author.

A fascinating collection of fifty historic American love songsand ballads. The songs are arranged in piano/vocal format with guitar chords shown and range from sentimental Southern Mountain ballads to jazzy Tin Pan Alley numbers.

A large collection of songs pertaining to peace and friendship that can be used throughout the year. Includes "Let Us Break Bread Together," "Free at Last," "Oh, Freedom," "Ode to Joy," "Bread and Roses," and more. Arranged for voice and piano with guitar chords.

A deluxe collection of 55 colorful songs that recount the tales of the "Wild West." Filled with vintage photos and period prints, this book captures the essence of one of North America''s most exciting eras. Arranged for voice and piano with suggested guitar chords.

Based on famous blues songs, this is the best beginning blues book in print. Complete lyrics are given to all the songs, and the text is enlivened by photographs throughout.

Music from many countries, including Hungary, Denmark, Belgium, Yugoslavia, Norway, Italy, Mexico, France, Canada, and many more. Lyrics are written in each country''s native language, plus a singable English translation. Arranged for voice and piano with guitar chords. Great for schools!

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.

Includes: rudiments of music, notes on fingerboard, rhythm, intervals, major & minor scales, circle of 5ths, diatonic chords, chord progressions, harmonizing songs ; all from the point of view of the guitar.