Mel Bay Publications

Mel Bay Publications

Mel Bay Publications is an American publisher of materials for musical instrument playing, particularly instructional books that teach a particular instrument or style. It was founded in 1947 by the guitarist and tenor banjo player Mel Bay [http://www.melbay.com/tribute.asp] (1913-1997) and is based in Pacific, Missouri.

Mel Bay Publications' books target musicians of varying levels of proficiency, from the beginner who is unfamiliar with musical notation to those with advanced performance skills. Available introductory material includes methods for classical instruments such as the violin, clarinet and trumpet, folk instruments such as the harmonica, mandolin, banjo, and accordion, as well as material for various types of guitar. This material often emphasizes styles such as classical, rock, blues, jazz and folk music.

External links

* [http://www.melbay.com Official site]
* [http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=11843658 interview with Bill Bay] , the son of founder Mel Bay, on National Public Radio's Morning Edition, Tuesday, 07/10/07


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