How to Play Romanian Folk Violin, Vol.1 by Miamon Miller is an exellent introduction to the folk music of this East European country, giving background information as well as transcriptions to 10 folkdance pieces. The accompanying stereo CD serves as an audio aid enabling the player to learn not only melodies and ornamentation but the style of playing 'back-up' (rhythm and harmony). $19.95*

How to Play Romanian Violin, Vol. 2 by Miamon Miller and Lache Cercel expands the repertoire and stylistic nuances learned in the first book. Lache, a native Romanian and winner of many coveted musical awards, plays folk music from Wallachia and Moldavia accompanied by George Ferraru on accordion while Miamon concentrates on Transylvanian repertoire. Common techniques and regional variations of accordion, guitar and violin accompaniment are also included. The 12 pieces, all transcribed and on stereo CD, make a perfect complement to the first book. $19.95*

How to Play Romanian Panpipe by Valeriu Apan, is a step-by-step description of how to tune, play and maintain the instrument made famous by Zamfir. Valeriu was born in Romania and is both a maker and player of this ancient instrument. A recognized authority on the use of panpipes worldwide, he is uniquely equipped to shepherd musicians along, what for many will be new musical paths. There are over 50 pages of history, folklore, exercises and transcriptions. With the accompanying CD, it's perfect for the beginning through intermediate player. $19.95*

How to Play Mariachi Violin by Lawrence Saunders, is the last in our series of self-teaching booklets. It offers over 50 pages of background information and transcriptions (of all three violin parts) which help unravel the mystery of how to get that mariachi 'sound'. 5 typical genres are explored which include the jarabe, son, danzón, polka and march. Authored by a professional mariachi who learned the music as a non-native musician, this book is ideal for those who wish to know more of this wonderful style. Complete with stereo CD. $19.95*

Klezmer Clarinetist Book 1. Although it says 'Clarinetist' in the title, this book is wonderfully suited for any C melody instrument (violin, accordion, piano, flute, etc.) and has chord symbols clearly written above the melody line. The repertoire of 38 melodies contains traditional klezmer freylekhs, bulgars, shers etc., along with Yiddish theater and Israeli favorites. $19.95*

Bucovina Klezmer and Friends Play Jewish Music is a CD of the group founded by Miamon Miller (violin) and features Zinovy Goro (clarinet), David Kasap (accordion) and Vic Koler (bass). With special guests Gary Weitz (vocal), John Bilezikjian (oud and vocal) and Nick Ariondo (piano), Bucovina showcases its reputation as one of Southern California's best and most versatile klezmer bands. $12.95*

Our Star Song CD makes a special gift for the holidays. Valeriu Apan (panpipe), Miamon Miller (violin) and friends combine to play both traditional and Romanian Christmas carols. When originally released on the Dargason label, the Baltimore Sun found Star Song 'the find of the season'. $9.95*

The "As Yet Quintet" brings together 5 musicians who after carving separately successful careers in disparate genres, decided to collaborate on a recording featuring their own compositions. Their blend of styles and timbres range from straight-ahead Latin jazz to rhythmically asymmetric Bulgarian blues. The quintet features Anna Patton (clarinet), Miamon Miller (violin, viola), Eugene Uman (piano), and Julian Gerstin and Todd Roach (percussion). Available on iTunes downloads, you can get the complete package here for $14.95.