Learning products
Talking books about music
As music is sound, it makes sense to learn
about music by listening. So Penny has produced a number of talking books:
Understanding Scales and Keys: the fascinating history of scales and keys told in a way that you won't forget, including how our modern scales developed, how they are the basis of the keys we play in, and how to work out any key and scale once you know the circle of fifths and how to modulate from one key to another (£6.50 + P&P)
"I would thoroughly recommend this to anyone trying to understand these essential and basic elements of theory - 10 out of 10!" (Keyboard Review)
Understanding Chords: the counterpart to Understanding
Scales and Keys, this time dealing with harmony - how different chords sound,
using inversions, basic harmony and a complete chord dictionary (£8.00 inc P&P)
"Chords, their structures, sound and uses in easy but complete detail." (Keyboard Review)
Orgestration: today's instruments are more like orchestras than organs and keyboards. Penny explains how to make your instruments sound fantastic by setting up the voices and combining the sounds to the best effect (£8.00 inc P&P)
"Compulsive listening. An incredible piece of work, never tackled so extensively. You will enthuse as I have - you MUST have one!" (Keyboard Cavalcade)
Relax and
Excel Now
remixed as a 2-CD set: getting nervous
when we play is not only uncomfortable, it can make us less accurate. But the
same adrenaline that causes nerves can be turned into an asset that makes
performing exciting and predictable. Includes a 20-minute relaxation programme
that you can enjoy on a daily basis - but don't listen to this in a car! (£11.50
inc P&P)
"The perfect package. I can’t recommend it highly enough - do yourself a
favour - buy a copy!" (Keyboard Player)
You Can Play by Ear: if you wish you could pick out a tune by ear and add the right chords - all without music - then you can with this talking book! (£8.00 inc P&P)
A Keyboard at your Fingertips: is a 5-CD set for learning to play the organ, piano or keyboard and it is specifically aimed at those who have a visual impairment. For more details, click here
Print books
Sitting
Pretty: The importance of your posture when you play can't be over-emphasised.
Not only can you improve your comfort and stamina, you can also make the most of
your playing skills by studying this book.
Learn about correct seat height, position of legs, arms, hands, fingers, head and neck, how to avoid aches and pains, 'garden-party pinkies' and dodgy stretches. Also includes the essential semi-supine exercise from the Alexander Technique. Fully illustrated with step-by-step photos. (£4.50 inc P&P)
HOW TO ORDER
To purchase any of these products, please contact PenTone Music
- By phone on 0161 4080 130 (answering service available)
- By email at tonykerr@merula.co.uk
- By post at 7 Orchard Lodge, Boverton, Llantwit Major, Vale of Glamorgan, CF61 1UH
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