Format : Teacher Editions
SKU: BT.9780713693652
ISBN 9780713693652. English.
This pupil's book provides a lively and comprehensive introduction to the very first steps of playing the violin.All the titles in the Abracadabra series work in conjunction with each other, making them ideal for ensemble,group and whole class tuition. Used alone they remain perfect for individual lessons. The book contains activities, games and pieces that teach the fundamentals of playing the violin : good posture (with and without theinstrument), bow hold, finger position and pitch awareness as well as developing rhythm and notation reading. The CD also aids pitch development with performances of the pieces and backing tracks to motivate pupils topractisepieces and activities outside of their lessons. The basics are constantly reinforced and revisited with the pupils building up to 'performance pieces' that combine and showcase all of the skills they have developed.
SKU: M7.MH-15012-15
German.
This 'Musical Garden for Babies' extends an invitation to babies of up to 18 months and their parents to join in a musical game. Making music together at this early stage provides the child with nourishment in three respects: for body, soul and brain. Through songs, rhymes and movement games children and those closest to them can enjoy discovering their own voices and bodies. Simple instruments such as wood blocks, rattles and drums lead the child into the world of sounds. Research has confirmed the positive influence of musical activity on the overall development of the child - in its musical ability, its social relationships and its intelligence. A lesson in the 'Musical Garden for Babies' is structured around the following activities: greeting and farewell songs - rhymes and games for bouncing baby on your knee - finger games and songs to develop awareness of the body - rocking songs and lullabies - songs for dancing and moving about to - echo games - introducing simple instruments - playing with pieces of cloth - listening to music. The teacher's book contains information on infant development, explanations of the principles behind teaching and plenty of ideas for lessons. The song books with CD make it possible to take the 'sound environment' of the music lesson home with you and to keep singing and enjoying the songs with the family.
SKU: GI.G-10160
ISBN 9781622774852.
NOW AVAILABLE! Click HERE to preview the Clarinet book. Click HERE to preview the Trumpet book. Click HERE to preview the Percussion book. Habits of a Successful Beginner Band Musician is a field-tested, vital, and—most important—musical collection of 225 sequenced exercises for the beginning band student. The book’s cutting-edge online component, Habits Universal, features a backend gradebook that allows students to submit video recordings of their performances as a primary source of assessment. This gradebook is compatible with PowerSchool, Canvas, Google Classroom, Brightspace, Edmodo, Schoology, and many other platforms! In addition, Habits Universal features supplemental rhythm vocabulary sheets, accompaniment tracks, video start-up clinics, as well as a professional video coach for each exercise in the book. What makes Habits of a Successful Beginner Band Musician unique? Features include: Teacher tips for each exercise in the book. Diatonic solfege that begins on the first day of instruction. Initial exercises on the mouthpiece, mouthpiece and barrel, reed, bocal and reed, or headjoint prior to playing the first notes in the book. Sequential rhythm charts embedded in the book. These same rhythms are then presented with pitches for a seamless transfer to the music students are performing. Technique and skill-building exercises embedded within the method, which helps to prepare students for future Habits exercises. The introduction of the key of Concert C, which results in students playing the pitches B, E, and A more often (as opposed to the typical emphasis on B-flat, E-flat, and A-flat). The introduction of five keys: Concert B-flat, E-flat, A-flat, C, and F. The Concert G scale is also provided in the back of the book. Left (L) and right (R) indicators for woodwinds along with appropriate chromatic alternate fingering indicators. Shaded boxes around first-time challenges in the student books. A thorough explanation of (T:1) for trombones and rules for when to use it. Rhythm vocabulary that progresses through quarters, eighths, dotted rhythms, sixteenths, and an eighth and two sixteenths. The sequential introduction of the one-handed breakdown of a percussion rudiment before introducing the rudiment itself. The use of the “enharmonic ladder†and the “call-and-response game†to learn enharmonic notes. A thorough explanation of and markings for the “F dilemma†on oboe. An explanation of appropriate flicking on bassoon. Two pages of slow “clarinets only†work that focuses on going over the break and throat tones. .
SKU: HL.49030465
ISBN 9781902455600. UPC: 841886002982. 8.25x11.75x0.421 inches. English.
Anyone who can pick up a pencil can draw. Anyone who can sing or play an instrument can compose. Following the successful formula of The Composer's Handbook, The Pop Composer's Handbook is a step-by-step guide to the composition of melody, harmony, rhythm and structure and covers styles and song-writing techniques from rock, reggae and salsa to bhangra, club and steel band.The book is aimed at composers aged 11 to 18 and beyond. It includes games and warm-ups, whole-class projects, worksheets and schemes, projects for the more advanced and advice on recording and producing.Bruce Cole studied composition at the Royal Academy of Music with Sir Harrison Birtwistle and has pursued a joint career as a composer and teacher. He has taught at most levels from pre-school to postgraduate, including teacher training, working with young people with special needs and prison education. His work as a composer has included orchestral commissions, scores for film, television, theatre, dance and new circus as well as collaborations with The Rolling Stones, Squeeze, Joan Armatrading and Asian Dub Foundation.Bruce Cole is currently Fellow in Community Music at the University of York and Chief Examiner of a national examination board.
SKU: HL.49007514
ISBN 9783795751722. 7.5x10.75x0.115 inches. German. Christa Estenfeld-Kropp.
The teacher's book provides an overview of topics specific to the instrument: posture, breathing, note shaping (articulation) and fingering technique. General advice on practice technique is also included, along with information about the instrument and how to look after it. The main section is devoted to describing lesson content and giving detailed explanations of teaching methods, together with an additional stock of games, songs and pieces of music.
SKU: HL.49016136
Musical Garden for Babies extends an invitation to babies of up to 18 months and their parents to join in a musical game. Making music together at this early stage provides the child with nourishment in three respects: for body, soul and brain. Through songs, rhymes and movement games children and those closest to them can enjoy discovering their own voices and bodies. Simple instruments such as wood blocks, rattles and drums lead the child into the world of sounds. Research has confirmed the positive influence of musical activity on the overall development of the child in their musical ability, social relationships and intelligence. A lesson in the Musical Garden for Babies is structured around the following activities: greeting and farewell songs * rhymes and games for bouncing baby on your knee * finger games and songs to develop awareness of the body * rocking songs and lullabies * songs for dancing and moving about to * echo games * introducing simple instruments * playing with pieces of cloth * listening to music. The teacher's book contains information on infant development, explanations of the principles behind teaching and plenty of ideas for lessons. The song books with CD make it possible to take the sound environment of the music lesson home with you and to keep singing and enjoying the songs with the family.
SKU: M7.MH-15011-15
SKU: HL.126663
ISBN 9781480386860. UPC: 888680004651. 8.5x11 inches. By John Jacobson and John Higgins.
Did you know that over 13 million Americans play soccer? The game that Brazilian 'football' legend Pele called “The Beautiful Game” is the setting for this amazingly entertaining musical that not only celebrates the beauty and glory of the sport, but also the value of good sportsmanship, setting goals, being a part of a team and more. GOAL is a musical that every cast member will love to perform, whether sports is their 'thing' or not. In this musical, nobody is cut from the team, and with musical styles from Latin to Rap and Pop to Broadway, we celebrate setting goals and working as a team to accomplish amazing things together! This ALL-SCHOOL 25-minute musical features five original songs and script with over 30 speaking parts. The ENHANCED Teacher Edition includes piano/vocal arrangements with choreography, helpful production guide with staging and costume suggestions, PLUS an enclosed CD-ROM with reproducible singer and speaking parts. Suggested for Grades 1-5. 25 minutes.
SKU: HL.126662
ISBN 9781480386853. UPC: 888680004644. 5x5 inches. By John Jacobson and John Higgins.
SKU: HL.126664
ISBN 9781480386877. UPC: 888680004668. 5.0x5.0x0.15 inches. By John Jacobson and John Higgins.
Did you know that over 13 million Americans play soccer? The game that Brazilian 'football' legend Pele called “The Beautiful Game†is the setting for this amazingly entertaining musical that not only celebrates the beauty and glory of the sport, but also the value of good sportsmanship, setting goals, being a part of a team and more. GOAL is a musical that every cast member will love to perform, whether sports is their 'thing' or not. In this musical, nobody is cut from the team, and with musical styles from Latin to Rap and Pop to Broadway, we celebrate setting goals and working as a team to accomplish amazing things together! This ALL-SCHOOL 25-minute musical features five original songs and script with over 30 speaking parts. The ENHANCED Teacher Edition includes piano/vocal arrangements with choreography, helpful production guide with staging and costume suggestions, PLUS an enclosed CD-ROM with reproducible singer and speaking parts. Suggested for Grades 1-5. 25 minutes.
SKU: HL.48023890
ISBN 9781495077722. UPC: 888680640101. 9.0x12.0x0.223 inches.
Books 1 and 2 have been combined, making this a great value for piano teachers and students. Authorized revised edition.