Sound Files: Absolute Beginners
As a service to our students, we'll try where possible to post representative recordings of some of the selections we're learning in class. This page is for the use of currently registered students only, and is not to be distributed outside of class. These recordings are provided here as a classroom supplement for study purposes only, and not to be reproduced or transmitted for any other purpose.
Click on the link below to download and listen to the recording on your computer or mp3 player. (Most newer computers have some kind of built-in speaker. If yours does not, you'll need to connect it to some kind of sound system or headphones.) Files are encoded in mp3 format. If you're using a recent version of Internet Explorer, you may find that the files will play automatically. Otherwise, Windows users may find that can play these files by using the Windows Media Player software. If this software is not already installed, you can download a free copy of the latest version at:
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/en/download/default.asp
Mac users with Internet Explorer may find that these files will play automatically as well. Otherwise, mp3 files on the Mac can be played using the Quicktime Player. If this software is not already installed, you can download a free copy at:
http://www.apple.com/quicktime/download/
Those interested in third-party mp3 players can find reviews on the web at sites like:
http://www.epinions.com/cmsw-MP3-All
or by using your favorite search engine. The files below will usually be between 2M and 3M in size, so you may need to be patient while they download. Enjoy!
Selection info below includes CD catalog number where available, to assist locating the disc for purchase.
Amazing Grace, Willie Nelson, LP, I'D HAVE TO BE CRAZY, (COLUMBIA 3-10327) CD Source unknown
Bye Bye Love, Everly Brothers (1957) Classic Country: Country Roots (Time-Life A-37185)
The Last Thing On My Mind, Chad Mitchell Trio (mid-60's) Disc Unknown
Please note that class handouts are usually simplified arrangements, not note-for-note transcriptions, and may be in a different key than the recording. If you'd like to try playing along with the sound file, you may need to use a capo, or transcribe the chords to the key of the recording.