Description
This compilation of nine iconic rock songs showcases five decades of rock music history. The arrangements in Rock Philharmonic feature complete versions and lead sheets of original hits from renowned artists such as Jerry Lee Lewis, Bobby Day, Sonny and Cher, The Rolling Stones, The Eagles, Journey, and Green Day. Each arrangement is designed to be flexible, enabling melody, harmony, and bass parts to be performed by various sections of a string orchestra or mixed instrument groups, including quartets and trios. This versatility allows musicians to learn the essential elements of rock and roll, perform classic arrangements, create their own interpretations, or play solo. Additionally, the arrangements cater to electric strings, with optional guitar, electric guitar, piano, and drumset parts.
The student book features a comprehensive two-page play-through version of the melody that closely mirrors the original recordings, complete with clearly marked sections such as Intro, Verse, Chorus, Bridge, and Outro. The bass and harmony parts are provided in a lead sheet format, accompanied by a flow chart that aligns with the melody's structure. The teacher's book includes a full score along with reproducible parts for piano and percussion, and guitar chords are incorporated throughout. For convenient practice, the accompanying CD offers two tracks for each song—a complete version and a backing track—along with TNT 2 software that allows users to adjust instrument levels, change pitch and tempo, and create loops. This CD also serves as a valuable resource for learning by ear.
