SKU: HL.9971239
ISBN 9781423461845. UPC: 884088270995. 8.5x11 inches. Patrick Bolek/Norma Freeman/Linda Rann.
We are pleased to announce the launch of the Leonard Bernstein Young People's Classics, a new series for the music classroom that presents essential selections from the Leonard Bernstein recorded library with units of study built around them. The first in this series features some of the more popular works of Aaron Copland, including Fanfare for the Common Man, and his ballets Billy the Kid, Appalachian Spring and Rodeo.Make music listening engaging and active with beautifully-designed full-color listening maps, easy-to-follow lesson plans and full-length recorded orchestral versions of Copland's music. Included in the Classroom Kit is the Bernstein Century Copland CD featuring Leonard Bernstein conducting the New York Philharmonic. The Enhanced CD in the Teacher book contains audio folksong recordings, full-color PDFs of the student booklet, student handouts and bonus materials, all for duplication or projection.Part II features an in-depth study of Copland's ballet Rodeo, specifically “Hoe-down,” based on the Artful Learning transformative learning system inspired by Leonard Bernstein. Working together in learning centers, students engage in cross-curricular activities that are incorporated into the music lessons. Available separately: Teacher Book/Enhanced CD, Student Book 5-Pak, the Bernstein Century Copland CD, and a Classroom Kit (1 Teacher Edition/Enhanced CD, 20 Student Books, 1 Copland CD). Suggested for Grades 5-9.
SKU: HL.645107
ISBN 9781629060170. UPC: 008148001538. 9.0x12.0 inches.
The Schaum Piano for Adults series feature lessons that are much more gradual than other adult methods with an emphasis on music appreciation. It teaches piano mastery tailored for busy teens and adults featuring an array of music from orchestra, opera, ballet, vocal, choral literature and folk songs. Includes music appreciation stories and musical exploration through creative directions and explanations. Progress is easily adapted to each student's needs and may be used for children as young as age 10. Level Three features quality music by 16 classical composers and presents chromatic scale, cut time, grace notes, 8th note triplets, slurs and phrase marks.