Mally's Cotswold Morris Book Volume 1, compiled by Dave Mallinson, is a practical collection of traditional Cotswold morris tunes, presented in a clear and accessible format for musicians playing for morris dancing or exploring this distinctive musical tradition.

Cotswold morris music can be particularly difficult to represent accurately in conventional notation because of its characteristic changes of rhythm and tempo. Many tunes include sections known as "slows", where part of the melody is played with a noticeably different rhythm or tempo, while other sections may become faster or slower during different repetitions.

This collection uses additional musical terms and signs alongside conventional notation to help indicate these important variations. Used together with the separately available accompanying CD, the notation provides a valuable guide for musicians unfamiliar with the particular rhythmic and stylistic features of Cotswold morris music.

The tunes are clearly presented in large-note notation and arranged in a straightforward but accurate form suitable for a wide range of melody instruments. Chord symbols are also provided, with arrangements suitable for both melodeon and piano accordion.

Key Features:

• Traditional Cotswold morris dance tunes
• Compiled by Dave Mallinson
• Clear large-note music notation
• Rhythm and tempo variations carefully indicated
• Includes guidance for characteristic "slows"
• Suitable for a wide range of melody instruments
• Chord arrangements suitable for melodeon and piano accordion
• Tunes presented in keys commonly favoured by today's morris musicians
• Accompanying CD available separately
• Includes a FREE Hamcor Publishing Key Signature Bookmark

With its clear notation and careful treatment of the distinctive rhythm and tempo changes found in Cotswold morris music, Mally's Cotswold Morris Book Volume 1 is a useful collection for both experienced morris musicians and players discovering the tradition for the first time.

The tunes are:

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Every Mally's Cotswold Morris Book includes a FREE Hamcor Publishing Treble Clef Key Signature Bookmark a practical reference tool to help with reading and learning key signatures.

• Premium 350gsm silk card, laminated and printed on both sides
• 210mm 55mm
• All major key signatures with their relative minor keys
• Staff note names for lines and spaces
• Ideal for flautists, students and teachers
• A useful companion for lessons, practice and exam preparation