VAP Digital Bookshelf - KEYBOARD

VAP DIGITAL BOOKSHELF - KEYBOARD

All VAP Digital Bookshelf editions have been scanned at a very high resolution (most often at 600 dip). Each page has been straightened, cleaned and run through state-of-the-art optical character reading software so that entire texts are now searchable. Texts are OCR'd in their original language; so a German text is German language searchable. Each volume is presented in its original format, thus providing the most authentic copies available. Many of these books have been long out of print are are not available anywhere else. Use the "Peak Inside" button to see the depth of the materials and the quality of the publications!
DAVID VELA,
TRANSLATED BY
VIDA CHENOWETH
INFORMATION ON THE
MARIMBA
David Vela's INFORMATION ON THE MARIMBA is available again! Translated and edited by non-other than Vida Chenoweth, this book set the bar for percussion research into the development and cultural significance of the marimba. Out of print for nearly 60 years, this rare book is nearly impossible to find.
GEORGE HAMILTON GREEN'S NEW ELEMENTARY STUDIES FOR XYLOPHONE AND MARIMBA 

Everyone knows that G.H. Green was one of the preeminent xylophonists of the "Golden Age of Xylophone". This text is perfect for the younger student or beginner.

​First published in 1936. Green's own descriptions of this method states it is: "Systematically arranged in progressive form and interspersed with original melodies throughout to develop sight-reading, accuracy, perfect tempo and a fundamental knowledge of the instrument."
GREEN BROTHERS ADVANCED INSTRUCTOR FOR XYLOPHONE

​The Green Brothers published this Advanced Instructor back in 1922. Its 87 pages includes photos and information that any percussionist will find helpful. There are exercises and etudes in several chapters: The Roll, Scales, Exercises in various time signatures and keys, Ornaments and Grace Notes, Arpeggios and Broken Chords, and several more.   
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​While this is an advanced text, it is progressive in nature and would serve the intermediate player as well. The information and methodology presented in the Green Brothers Advanced Instructor never goes out of style. Check it out and see yourself.
GEO. HAMILTON GREEN'S COLLECTION OF STANDARD SOLOS FOR XYLOPHONE

G.H. Green's Collection of Standard Solos for Xylophone contains: "A Collection of Ten Well Known Classics, Carefully Selected and Arranged for Xylophone by Geo. Hamilton Green."

This collection includes:
Bolero - Moszkowsky
Polonaise Militaire - Chopin\
Norwegian Dance No 2 - Grieg
La Czarine - Ganne
Chanson Sans Paroles - Tchaikowsky
And others
GEORGE HAMILTON GREEN'S XYLOPHONE SOLOS OF FAMOUS SAM FOX SUCCESSES

This is the collection you need. These famous Sam Fox Successes were arranged by George Hamilton Green, and include:
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Nola - Feix Arendt
Sparklets - Walter Miles
Basket of Roses - Fred Albers
​Old South - J. S. Zamecnik
Simplicity - Dorothy Lee
Valser Danseuse - Walter Miles
Polly - J. S. Zamecnik
Butterfly Dance - Walter Miles
Cupid's Frolic - Walter Miles
The Coquette - Jessie Deppen
YOICHI HIRAOKA
CELEBRATED ARTISTS SERIES
XYLOPHONE ALBUM

Yoichi Hiraoka is considered to be one of the most outstanding xylophone performers and a huge influence to xylophonist throughout the world. VAPMedia is proud to present a book of eleven (11) xylophone solos with piano accompaniment transcribed and arranged by Yoichi Hiraoka himself.

You won't fine this music anywhere else!



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F. HENRI KLICKMANN
COLLECTION OF XYLOPHONE OR MARIMBA
WITH PIANO

​​F. Henri Klickmann is not a well-known name, but his musical arrangements were popular in the early part of the 1900’s. He also edited various books by Buddy Rich and Tommy Dorsey.

This is a collection of seven (7) Xylophone or Marimba solos with Piano Accompaniment. These will make wonderful jury pieces, recital pieces, or repertoire for performances in public venues. These solos are both challenging and fun!
NATIONAL SCHOOL OF VIBRACUSSION
​HOME STUDY COURSE

From 1919! – The Home Study Course in Vibracussion was published through the National School of Vibracussion in Chicago, IL. This course consists of twelve (12) lessons along with an Introduction and a “Special Lesson on Four Mallet Playing” and a section on “Harmony Ragtime” that predates other sources.

​This is truly an amazing document of xylophone history and one that is sure to provide a great deal of information and pedagogy from the early part of the 20th Century. In total, the 149 pages of this resource is something you likely haven’t seen before!
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OTTO SEELE
SCHULE FÜR XYLOPHON

Otto Seele was a percussionist and timpanist with the Theater and Gewandhaus Orchestra in Leipzig. The “Schule für Xylophon” is a “self instructor” for this instrument. His groundbreaking timpani method is also available in the VAPMedia Digital Library. The text for this book is in both German and English and contains exercises, melodies, and “easy pieces”. There is also a short section on four mallet playing and the vibraphone.

This book will make a wonderful addition to your historic pedagogy collection as well as a great resource for the history of the instrument. It is also perfect for sight reading or beginning players.
SATIS N. COLEMAN
THE MARIMBA BOOK

The Marimba Book, by Satis Coleman, was originally published in 1943, is again available through VAP Media's Digital Bookshelf.

​Satis Coleman was a very influential music educator. In 2010, she was elected to the National Association for Music Education Hall of Fame.The Marimba Book chapters are: I) Instruments Made of Wood. II) How to Tune the Sticks of Wood. III) How to Finish the Marimba. IV) Playing on an Eight-Note Marimba. V) Tunes for a Large Marimba. VI) Stone and Glass Marimbas
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FRANK MACCALLUM
THE BOOK OF THE MARIMBA

Frank MacCallum's important book has been out of print for many years. This important text contains information about the history and the construction of the instrument. There are also chapters on observations and comments made by various musicians and writers, how to write music for the marimba, ensemble playing, and more.

​This is one of the very first books about how marimbas are constructed and includes information about the dimensions, tuning, resonator shape and size, of the instruments.
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C. H. HOHMANN
PRACTICAL VIOLIN METHOD

FREE is a great price!

​C. H. Hohmann’s Practical Violin Method, originally published in 1910 has often been a popular method in percussion studios for beginning reading exercises and sight reading for beginner/intermediate students. Consisting primarily of duets, it’s perfect for two students to practice together or for the teacher and student to play together.

​Like all of VAP Media's Digital Library offerings, the book was scanned at high resolution, straightened, and cleaned.
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