Michael Walker

Here are 48 early Baroque Lute compositions by Giovanni Zamboni who was a master of the theorbo, lute, guitar, mandola, mandoline, and harpsichord and was also skilled in counterpoint. These pieces have been transcribed for the baritone ukulele, Renaissance guitar, low G ukelele, and many other four course instruments. Of course, they may all be played on the guitar.

Sylvius Leopold Weiss (1687-1750) was a prominent Baroque composer and lutenist known for his exceptional contributions to lute music. Born in Grottkau, Silesia (now part of Poland), and a contemporary of Johan Sebastian Bach, Weiss displayed exceptional talent from an early age and quickly rose to become one of the most esteemed lute virtuosos of his time. The London manuscript is a compilation of Weiss's works that made its way to England. It provides a unique perspective on Weiss's musical style, influenced by the cosmopolitan atmosphere of the British capital. In this manuscript, one can find a diverse range of musical forms and influences, reflecting Weiss's encounters with English, French, and Italian music. The London manuscript includes a delightful combination of galliards, allemandes, courantes, and other dances, as well as charming character pieces and graceful sonatas. Recommended for Intermediate and Advanced Performers

These compositions were transcribed for Low G ukulele from a facsimile copy of Simon Gorlier's third book of tablature for the guitar. Simon Gorlier was a musician, composer, and an active bookseller and printer at Lyon in the second quarter of the 16th century. It is believed that he was born in Lyon but we have no dates for this. We know, however, that he was active in Paris between 1550 and 1584. The Troysi me book, which is transcribed for you here, containing duets, and trios, with the battle of Janequin in tablature for guitar by Simon Gorlier, was published in Paris, France in 1551 by Robert Granlon and Michel Fezandant.. This volume is the third in a series of six books of guitar tablature published between 1551 and 1555 by Guillaume Morlaye and Simon Gorlier, only the first four of which have survived.

Who would have thought you could play classical music on a ukulele? But you can Here are Baroque Lute pieces by Robert de Vis e arranged in tablature and modern notation for Low G ukulele. Robert de Vis e, (1655 - 1732/33) In 1686 Robert de Vis e was one of King Louis XIV's favorite musicians performing regularly in the private royal chambers, while also being recognized for his musicianship. De Vis e composed mostly for the guitar, theorbo, and lute, and is arguably one of the most important French composers of Baroque guitar music. Recommended for Intermediate to Advanced Performers

Who would have thought you could play classical music on a ukulele? But you can Here are Baroque Lute pieces by Robert de Vis e arranged in tablature and modern notation for Low G ukulele. Robert de Vis e, (1655 - 1732/33) In 1686 Robert de Vis e was one of King Louis XIV's favorite musicians performing regularly in the private royal chambers, while also being recognized for his musicianship. De Vis e composed mostly for the guitar, theorbo, and lute, and is arguably one of the most important French composers of Baroque guitar music. Recommended for Intermediate to Advanced Performers

Who would have thought you could play classical music on a ukulele? But you can Here are compositions from the Romantic Era - transcribed for the Low G ukulele. The Ten Etudes by Giulio Regondi, a child prodigy and master of the guitar during the Romantic Period, are an integral part of the repertoire for the guitar and may now be added to the repertoire of the Low G ukulele. They have been performed in concert many times and have served as required pieces in international competitions. These etudes are somewhat more difficult and are recommended for intermediate and advanced players.

Who would have thought you could play classical music on a ukulele? But you can Here are compositions from the late 19th to the early 20th century by one of the most famous composers of the era, Eric Satie. Satie's music represents the first definite break with 19th-century French Romanticism where he combined the simple, tuneful melodies of Parisian nightlife with the snappiness of American Jazz, Satie created a new style of musical burlesque that made a lasting impression on many contemporary composers. These pieces have been transcribed for the Low G ukulele and are intended for performers with at least intermediate skill levels. Have fun Recommended for Intermediate and Advanced Performers

All your favorites from Eric Satie and a few never before arranged for fretted instruments. This is a magnificent collection of music from the late 19th and early 20th Centuries transcribed for the baritone ukulele. Have fun

Here are 18 Compositions, Les Vari t s Amusantes Opus 43 & 54, and Tres Rondos Opus 8 from the Romantic Era by Mauro Giuliani transcribed for the baritone ukulele. Most are also playable on the tenor and soprano ukulele and, of course, may also be played on the guitar. The pieces are fairly easy, to begin with, and progress to more difficult pieces as you learn. They were composed to help you improve your skills as a performer and take you to the next level. Recommend for practiced beginner and intermediate performers.

Here are 18 Etudes, Opus 51, from the Romantic Era by Mauro Giuliani transcribed for the baritone ukulele. Most are also playable on the tenor and soprano ukulele and, of course, may also be played on the guitar. The pieces are fairly easy, to begin with, and progress to more difficult pieces as you learn. They were composed to help you improve your skills as a performer and take you to the next level. Recommend for Beginner and Intermediate Performers