Description
This vintage pre owned book is in great condition
Busking the Beatles Hits No. 1 – Eb Edition (Northern Songs Ltd, 1969)
A rare and charming slice of Beatles history, this 1969 Busking the Beatles Hits No. 1 songbook was published by Northern Songs Ltd and tailored specifically for Eb instruments — making it ideal for alto sax, Eb trumpet, and similar players looking to join the Fab Four’s musical revolution.
? Overview
Publisher: Northern Songs Ltd, London
Year: 1969
Edition: No. 1 in the series
Format: Staple-bound softcover
Instrumentation: Eb transposition (melody line with chord symbols)
Language: English
Pages: Approx. 30 songs, unpaginated
? Musical Highlights
This edition features 30 Beatles classics, arranged for easy busking and performance. While the full list may vary slightly by edition, confirmed titles include:
All I’ve Got to Do
A Hard Day’s Night
Day Tripper
Help!
Norwegian Wood
She Loves You
Yesterday
Each song includes melody lines and chord symbols, making it perfect for spontaneous performance or educational use.
? Why It’s Special
This book is a brilliant find for Beatles fans, vintage collectors, and musicians who play transposing instruments. It captures the spirit of 1960s street performance and communal music-making, with arrangements that are both accessible and authentic.
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