This collection features 48 well-known Folk, Gospel, Kids, and Christmas songs from America and Europe. The "TinyCanJo" is a compact version of a traditional one-string instrument made from a can and a wooden stick. Its colored frets allow for easy "play by colors," making it accessible for all ages. The instrument includes the diatonic scale, ensuring that all songs are simple to play and enjoyable for everyone. The song lyrics are presented in their original English, with graphic explanations suitable for musicians of all skill levels, including those without English proficiency. The song list includes classics such as "Amazing Grace," "A tisket, a tasket," "Auld Lang Syne," "Banks of the Ohio," "Christmas is coming," "Five Little Monkeys," "Hush, little baby," "Joy to the world," "Kumbaya my Lord," "Oh Susanna," "Scarborough Fair," "Twinkle, twinkle, little star," and many more. This diverse selection ensures a delightful musical experience for both children and adults, making it a perfect addition to any musical journey.
Reynhard Boegl Boeken






This collection features 50 well-known German folk songs arranged for easy playing on Canjo, Dulcimer, and other diatonic string instruments with the extra fret "b7." The notation uses numbers for the notes, allowing the vocal melody to guide the timing and length of each note—no music theory required! All songs retain their original German lyrics and are composed using the diatonic scale, which consists of seven notes. Many string instruments include an additional fret between the fifth and sixth frets, introducing the flatted seventh ("b7") that enhances the bluesy character of melodies and expands the repertoire for guitar players. This special edition addresses the adjustments needed for the "b7" note compared to the standard diatonic scale. To check for the presence of this additional tone on a diatonic guitar, simply look for four adjacent frets (5 to 8) that are nearly equidistant. The song list includes classics such as "Abendstille überall," "Das Wandern ist des Müllers Lust," "Der Mond ist aufgegangen," "Freude, schöner Götterfunken," and many more, making it a rich resource for musicians seeking to explore German folk music.
This collection features 50 well-known Folk and Gospel songs, designed for easy playing on Canjo, Dulcimer, and other diatonic string instruments with the additional fret "b7." The songs are presented using numbers for notes, allowing players to focus on the vocal melody for timing and note length—no music theory required! All pieces are based on the diatonic scale, which consists of seven notes. The inclusion of the flatted seventh, "b7," enhances the bluesy character of melodies and expands the repertoire for guitar players. This special edition accounts for the shift in numbers/notes due to this added tone. To check for the presence of this tone on a diatonic guitar, simply observe that four adjacent frets from 5 to 8 have nearly equal distances. The song list includes classics such as "Amazing Grace," "Auld Lang Syne," "Camptown Races," "Dixie," "Oh Susanna," "Scarborough Fair," and many more. This compilation is perfect for musicians looking to explore traditional tunes while utilizing the unique characteristics of their instruments.
24 wellknown Christmas Songs from Europe and USA, prepared for easy playing with many instruments - like Pan Flute, Triola, Xylophon, Ocarina, Melodica, Penny Whistle, Harmonica, Kalimba, Canjo, ... With original german and english lyrics. „Diatonic Scale“ is the name of the „simple“ major scale and consists of only seven notes (the chromatic scale consists of 12 notes). This scale greatly simplifies the playing of melodies. In this book, numbers - starting with „0“ - are used for the notes - the vocal melody determines the time to play and the length of the notes. In the book and on the website many instrument charts can be found - incl. the basic note and the matching numbers. A book for the absolute newcomer and for those who want to make music playing easier. SONGLIST: Alle Jahre wieder / Am Weihnachtsbaum die Lichter brennen / Angels we have heard on high / Away in a manger / Christmas is coming / Es wird scho glei dumpa / Ihr Kinderlein kommet / I Saw Three Ships / In the bleak midwinter / Jingle Bells / Josef, lieber Josef mein / Joy to the world / Kommet ihr Hirten / Lasst uns froh und munter sein / Leise rieselt der Schnee / Morgen kommt der Weihnachtsmann / O du fröhliche / On Christmas night / Schneeflöckchen, Weißröckchen / Stille Nacht / Süßer die Glocken nie klingen / The first Noel / Vom Himmel hoch da komm ich her / We wish you a merry Christmas
This collection features 24 well-known Christmas songs from Europe and America, arranged for easy playing on Canjo, Dulcimer, and other diatonic string instruments with the extra fret "b7." The songs use numbers for notes, allowing the vocal melody to dictate timing and note lengths—no music theory required! All pieces are based on the diatonic scale, which consists of seven notes. Many string instruments include an additional fret between frets 5 and 6, introducing the flatted seventh "b7," enhancing the bluesy character of melodies and expanding the repertoire for guitar players. This special edition addresses the note shifts caused by this additional tone. To check if your diatonic guitar has this extra fret, look for four adjacent frets (5 to 8) with nearly equal distances. The song list includes favorites such as "Jingle Bells," "Silent Night," and "Joy to the World." This book is perfect for absolute beginners and those seeking a simplified approach to making music.
This collection features 50 well-known kids' songs from Europe and America, arranged for easy play on Canjo, Dulcimer, and other diatonic string instruments equipped with the additional fret "b7." The book utilizes numbers for the notes, allowing the vocal melody to dictate timing and note length, eliminating the need for music theory. All songs are based on the diatonic scale, which consists of seven notes. The inclusion of the flatted seventh, "b7," enhances the bluesy character of melodies and expands the repertoire for guitar players. This special edition addresses the adjustments needed for the "b7" fret, making it easier for musicians to navigate the changes in note placement. To check if your diatonic guitar includes this additional tone, look for four adjacent frets (5 to 8) with nearly equal distances. The songlist includes favorites like "A, a, a, der Winter, der ist da!", "All the pretty little horses," "Alphabet song," "Five Little Monkeys," "Hänsel und Gretel verliefen sich im Wald," and "Twinkle, twinkle, little star," among many others. This book is perfect for beginners and those seeking a simpler approach to making music.
This collection features 50 well-known Folk and Gospel songs arranged for easy playing on various instruments, including the Pan Flute, Triola, Xylophon, Ocarina, Melodica, Penny Whistle, Harmonica, Kalimba, and Canjo. Utilizing the diatonic scale, which consists of just seven notes, the book simplifies melody playing. Notes are represented by numbers starting from "0," with the vocal melody guiding the timing and length of each note. Accompanying charts for different instruments, including basic notes and their corresponding numbers, are available both in the book and on the website. This resource is ideal for beginners and anyone seeking to make music more accessible. The song list includes classics such as "Amazing Grace," "Auld Lang Syne," "Dixie," "Kumbaya," "Oh Susanna," "Scarborough Fair," and "Will the Circle Be Unbroken?" among others. Each selection offers an opportunity to explore the joy of music-making, making it a perfect companion for those looking to enjoy playing traditional tunes.
This collection features 50 well-known kids' songs from Europe and the USA, arranged for easy playing on various instruments such as the Pan Flute, Triola, Xylophon, Ocarina, Melodica, Penny Whistle, Harmonica, Kalimba, and Canjo. It includes original German and English lyrics. The "Diatonic Scale," a simple major scale with seven notes, simplifies melody playing compared to the chromatic scale of 12 notes. The book uses numbers starting from "0" to represent notes, with the vocal melody guiding the timing and length of the notes. Additionally, it provides charts for many instruments, including basic notes and corresponding numbers, making it suitable for beginners and those seeking to simplify music-making. The song list includes favorites such as "A, a, a, der Winter, der ist da!", "All the pretty little horses," "Alphabet song," "Aram sam sam," "Bingo Song," "Drei Chinesen mit dem Kontrabass," and many more, ensuring a delightful experience for young musicians and their families.
24 wellknown Christmas Songs from Europe and USA, prepared for easy playing with many instruments - like Pan Flute, Triola, Xylophon, Ocarina, Melodica, Penny Whistle, Harmonica, Kalimba, Canjo, ... With original german and english lyrics. „Diatonic Scale“ is the name of the „simple“ major scale and consists of only seven notes (the chromatic scale consists of 12 notes). This scale greatly simplifies the playing of melodies. In this book, numbers are used for the notes - the vocal melody determines the time to play and the length of the notes. In the book and on the website many instrument charts can be found - incl. the basic note and the matching numbers. A book for the absolute newcomer and for those who want to make music playing easier. SONGLIST: Alle Jahre wieder / Am Weihnachtsbaum die Lichter brennen / Angels we have heard on high / Away in a manger / Christmas is coming / Es wird scho glei dumpa / Ihr Kinderlein kommet / I Saw Three Ships / In the bleak midwinter / Jingle Bells / Josef, lieber Josef mein / Joy to the world / Kommet ihr Hirten / Lasst uns froh und munter sein / Leise rieselt der Schnee / Morgen kommt der Weihnachtsmann / O du fröhliche / On Christmas night / Schneeflöckchen, Weißröckchen / Stille Nacht / Süßer die Glocken nie klingen / The first Noel / Vom Himmel hoch da komm ich her / We wish you a merry Christmas
This collection features 50 German folk songs arranged for easy play on various instruments, including Pan Flute, Triola, Xylophon, Ocarina, Melodica, Penny Whistle, Harmonica, Kalimba, and Canjo. Each song comes with original German lyrics. Utilizing the diatonic scale, which consists of seven notes, this book simplifies melody playing. Notes are represented by numbers starting from "0," with the vocal melody guiding the timing and length of notes. Accompanying the book, a website offers charts for multiple instruments, detailing basic notes and corresponding numbers. It serves as an excellent resource for beginners and those seeking a more accessible approach to music-making. The songlist includes popular titles such as "Abendstille überall," "Als wir jüngst in Regensburg waren," "Am Brunnen vor dem Tore," "Das Wandern ist des Müllers Lust," and "Guten Abend, gut Nacht," among many others. This compilation invites musicians of all skill levels to engage with and enjoy the rich tradition of German folk music.