SKU: CF.ASB35
ISBN 9781491166857. UPC: 680160925926.
Rhythm is the most essential element in music - without rhythm, we have only random noise. But in organized patterns of beats and silences, the pulse of music springs to life. While it can be easy to mimic rhythms by ear, correctly counting note values and subdividing according to meter are frequently underdeveloped skills. Rhythm exercises alone can be tedious and uninspiring, but when presented in a familiar melody, patterns become easy to recognize and remember. This book presents common rhythm patterns in various time signatures, beginning with the most basic and progressing toward syncopation and odd meter. Each rhythm is introduced with a simple open string warm-up or scale, then put into practice with songs from all over the world. Unison melodies for violin, viola, cello, and bass stay in easy keys and ranges so the player can focus on the rhythm without other technical challenges. Instrument books can be used in the individual lesson setting with a separate piano accompaniment book. Or, a conductor score is available for use in the string orchestra classroom. Included piano accompaniment tracks provide a fun and helpful play-along experience. Explore the world of rhythm and song as you embark on the journey toward independent musicianship!
SKU: GH.SK-782
185 x 262 mm inches.
SKU: AP.37973
UPC: 038081424453. English. Arr.; with new words; by Jay Althouse.
What a mixed-up, mixed meter, crazy and fun arrangement of Jingle Bells! As the lyric states, The melody's the same; the rhythms, they are not.
About Alfred Choral Designs
The Alfred Choral Designs Series provides student and adult choirs with a variety of secular choral music that is useful, practical, educationally appropriate, and a pleasure to sing. To that end, the Choral Designs series features original works, folk song settings, spiritual arrangements, choral masterworks, and holiday selections suitable for use in concerts, festivals, and contests.
SKU: CF.O5423
ISBN 9780825833182. UPC: 798408033187. 9 X 12 inches.
Andy Balent and Joe Compello have done it again. Following the great success of their collaboration on Ensembles Sound Spectacular, Grade Two, they created an outstanding folio for the Grade One Band. This very easy collection of original pieces and arrangements for beginning band contains music that is enjoyable and exciting for young players and can also be used to aid in the teaching of basic fundamentals of music and band performance. All pieces are correlated with Book One of the Sounds Spectacular Band Course and are designed to sound great with an imbalanced instrumentation or larger, fully provided ensembles. They will also be a great supplement to any band method you are currently using. This folio is written for the basic instrumentation that is common to most beginning bands. There is only one flute, clarinet and trumpet part and the low instrument parts are all together. As long as all parts are included, even the smallest ensemble will make a very solid sound at this level. First Concert Folio contains the following selections: Ain't Gonna Rain No More, Aura Lee, Captain Andy, Chant For Band, Jingle Bells, London Bridge is Rockin' Down, The Mouse in the Clock, O Come Little Children, Old Mac Donald's Band, The Olympians, The Sailor and the Bear, Skip To My Lou, The Old Man Plays Trumpet, The Victors Wolfgang in the Percussion Box.
SKU: CF.O5421
ISBN 9780825833168. UPC: 798408033163. 9 X 12 inches.
SKU: CF.YPS247F
ISBN 9781491161869. UPC: 680160920549.
What would a concert be without a march? This holiday toe-tapper has a familiar melody, tuneful harmonies, an easy-to-play countermelody and a typical march bass line. The trio features your students spelling out the words Jingle Bells before the band transitions into We Wish You A Merry Christmas. Use this arrangement to teach all the march-style elements while also entertaining audiences at holiday concerts. I hope you and your students enjoy this new take on a holiday favorite.What would a concert be without a march? This holiday toe-tapper has a familiar melody, tuneful harmonies, an easy-to-play countermelody and a typical march bass line. The trio features your students spelling out the words “Jingle Bells†before the band transitions into “We Wish You A Merry Christmasâ€. Use this arrangement to teach all the march-style elements while also entertaining audiences at holiday concerts. I hope you and your students enjoy this new take on a holiday favorite.
SKU: CF.BF152
ISBN 9781491162125. UPC: 680160920860.
Learning to play chamber music is an important milestone in the music student’s journey. Playing with a teacher or friend helps develop rhythmic independence, intonation, listening skills, and sense of pulse that are vital to playing in an ensemble. These progressive duets offer beginning and developing players the opportunity to play along with others, or with the helpful support of the teacher in a lesson. Each duet adds new techniques and challenges that align with the natural advancement of lessons, moving from easy rhythms and keys to staccato bow strokes, slurs, accidentals (low or extended finger patterns), and more complex or independent rhythms. While the melody remains in the top line, musicians can alternate playing the melody as all efforts have been made to keep both parts at a similar difficulty level. This book features familiar melodies for the holidays, including sacred and secular Christmas songs, music for Hanukkah, and folk tunes from many countries. Appropriate for caroling, recitals, or chamber holiday concerts, there are 30 festive selections of different tempi, styles, and keys for variety, while remaining in string-friendly ranges. Each duet is one page or less in length, ensuring an immediate sense of success for young players. Put new skills into practice while celebrating the season.
SKU: CF.BF150
ISBN 9781491162101. UPC: 680160920846.
SKU: HL.8753035
UPC: 884088560829. 4.75x5 inches.
Younger and developing groups will build important vocal jazz skills in this straight-ahead swing arrangement of “Jingle Bells.” Good voice-leading, well-voiced chords and a supportive and authentic accompaniment will make it right in the pocket for a successful experience! Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:50.