New Releases by Jerry Silverman

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.

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.

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

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 songschosen 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 theother 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

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.

A historically significant major work containing over 140 songs from 44 countries (417 pages!) in their original languages with singable English translations. Arranged for voice and piano with guitar chords. Historical photos and anecdotal commentary are included.

Jerry Silverman has taken the best songs from Songs of England, Songs of Ireland, and Songs of Scotland and has arranged them for voice with piano accompaniment and guitar chords. A new section on Songs of Wales is also included.

A varied cast of characters can be found in this collection. for voice and piano with guitar chords.

A comprehensive and historically significant song collection, this massive volume captures the hopes and tragedy of the Civil War era. Songs are grouped into the following categories: The Union, The Confederacy, Lincoln, Universal Sentiments, Soldiers Songs, Battles, Negro Spirituals & Abolitionist Songs, The Lighter Side, and Post Bellum. A special feature of this text is the inclusion of authentic formal and informal portraits, plus depicting military encampment of the aftermath of the battle. Arranged for voice with piano accompaniment and guitar chords.

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.

Forty-five songs from 19 nations, scored for piano and voice with guitar chords. Timeless tunes which have inspired people and nations.

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 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.

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

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.

This guitar-centered counterpart to Songs of Spain: Piano/Vocal includes 22 beautiful Spanish folksongs in Spanish and singable English. Each song is shown both as a vocal line with guitar accompaniment written in standard notation, and as a separate guitar solo. Guitar arrangement in standard notation and tab. Selections include: Lagrimas; Alala; La Pastora; Eres aguila real; Viva la Quince Brigada; Los cuatro generales; Serranilla; Las palabras; amor mio; and more.

Perfect for Earth Day celebrations, this is the book for any nature lover! Many of the songs can be used for camp-outs, hiking or just pure fun. Includes I Love the Mountains, Land and Sea, Morning Song, America the Beautiful, Down the River, Earth Day Is Every Day (a children''s musical) and many more. Written for voice and piano with guitar chords.

This is a great resource for the guitarist interested in blues. Jerry Silverman has picked out 31 all time favorite blues classics. Each songs is presented in two ways: First with the melody line, lyrics and chords and with a written fingerpicking accompaniment part; secondly as a fingerpicking blues guitar solo in notation and tablature.

This book contains songs loved by many generations. Children and adults who like animals will enjoy singing about a big grizzly bear, "a little brown dog, three little pigs, and many more. Arranged for voice and piano with guitar chords.

This is a collection of songs in Spanish, Portuguese, and Haitian French from 19 countries including Argentina, Brazil, Cuba, Ecuador, Guatemala, Haiti, Mexico, Peru, and Uraguay. All Lyrics appear in their original languages as well as in singable transliterated English. Each song is presented as a vocal/guitar arrangement with suggested guitar chords, as well as a guitar solo in tablature and standard notation. In Spanish and English.

A deluxe, comprehensive collection of 103 school and camp favorites. Contains patriotic songs, campfire songs, hiking songs, and even fun songs for use on buses. Includes melody line, lyrics, and guitar chords.

Fifty-eight songs in transliterated Yiddish and singable English. Reflects the joys and sorrows of the Jewish people. for voice and piano, with guitar chords.

This songbook contains a total of 34 songs - all in piano/vocal format with suggested guitar chords. Lyrics are in Spanish with singable English transliterations. Titles include: Desde Mexico he venido; Cielito Lindo; Corrido de los oprimidos; La Zandunga; Hay unos ojos; La Adelita; La Malaguena; La llorona; Deportados; El Cascabel; De colores; and more.

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 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.

A colorful song collection containing music from 19 Latin American countries, including Ecuador,Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Peru, Puerto Rico, Uruguay, Panama, Guatemala, Honduras, and others. All lyrics are in Spanish and singable English. Arranged for voice and piano with guitar chords.

An authoritative yet easy-to-understand method that teaches various strum patterns and song accompaniment styles.