Understanding the Language of Music

Being a fascinatingly unique composer Olivier Messiaen pushed the conventions of composing to its very limits. The composer's music remains ever-popular and The Technique of my Musical Language provides the key and necessary knowledge into the study of his delightful music. Olivier Messiaen (1908-1992) was admitted to the Paris Conservatoire at the mere age of 11 where he won many prizes. As a passionate ornithologist as well as organist and composer many of Messiaen's works depict bird song. His music is rhythmically complex and harmonically and melodically distinct often using modes of limitedtransposition. It is for these reasons that the composer compiled The Technique of my Musical Language. The book contains text with musical examples describing unique elements of his music such as ametrical music his rhythmic notations and his modes of limited transposition among many others. For all fans of Messiaen The Technique of my Musical Language is essential to the understanding of the composer's much loved music.

Being a fascinatingly unique composer Olivier Messiaen pushed the conventions of composing to its very limits. The composer's music remains ever-popular and The Technique Of My Musical Language provides the key and necessary knowledge in to the study of his delightful music. Olivier Messiaen (1908-1992) was admitted to the Paris Conservatoire at the mere age of 11 where he won many prizes. As a passionate ornithologist as well as organist and composer many of Messiaen's works depict bird song. His music is rhythmically complex and harmonically and melodically distinct often using modes of limitedtransposition. It is for these reasons that the composer compiled The Technique Of My Musical Language. The book contains text with musical examples describing unique elements of his music such as ametrical music his rhythmic notations and his modes of limited transposition amongst many others. For all fans of Messiaen The Technique Of My Musical Language is essential to the understanding of the composer's much loved music.

Par GRIFFIN MICHAEL. When it comes to musical skill, why is it that some people achieve so much more than others? We are frequently led to believe this is because of a talent hardwired into their DNA. Now, music educator Michael Griffin dismisses that age-old notion in favour of another known factor: practice. His new book, Learning Strategies for Musical Success illustrates how the quantity and quality of practice is the greatest predictor of musical success so that aspiring musicians of all ages and abilities can best bring about expert performance. This inspiring, accessible guide will equip students, teachers, adult learners, and parents with the methods and mindset to improve the likelihood of learning music successfully. 'Deeply impressive - the breadth of research is fascinating!' - Victorian Music Teachers Association 'Terrific...eminently practical...excellent discussion...I came away inspired and excited.' - The Music Trust, Australia 'This book really does deliver' - American Music Teacher 'I can't think of any other book that draws on so many resources to create a new understanding of learning music. Every serious music student, music teacher, and parent of a music student will find important information in this book. Griffin gives clear examples of how concepts are applied that make for enjoyable reading. This book has a potential for making lifelong differences in the lives of music students, parents and teachers.” - Roy Ernst, PhD, LLD Professor Emeritus, Eastman School of Music of The University of Rochester 'A must buy for every music teacher and music student. Bravo on a most stimulating read. This draws together old wisdom and the latest research. I am re-reading this excellent book for the third time, highlighter pen in hand.' 5 stars (Amazon Rank) - William Bruce, Guildhall UK. 'A most stimulating read that has given me a great deal to think about.' - Nicholas Carpenter, Prebendal, UK. 'Fantastic book...simply brilliant!' - Ian Cooper, Norfolk Music Service, UK. 'A must read for all music educators. Michael Griffin has collected lessons from his own experience - which is extensive, and pertinent, recent research to provide a detailed overview of how we learn, and how students can be empowered and trained to become effective, efficient and independent learners. The book is well documented, making it convenient to go on to further reading about the topics of each chapter. The language is concise and easily understood, yet deeply practical and useful.' - 5 stars Robert Adams, Music Educator, New Haven, USA. 'Don't miss this opportunity!' - 5 stars Mary George, USA./ Méthode / Tout Instrument

The Theory section of Excellence in Theory Book One concentrates on learning the basic language of music that helps develop well-rounded musicians.Lesson & Assignment pages introduce staves treble and bass clef timesignatures and simple rhythms. Melodic elements are presented in accidentals enharmonics and whole and half steps as well as tetrachords and major scales. Each lesson is carefully reinforced through Review pages.EarTraining pages are incorporated throughout the book providing the listening tools and oppertunities needed to put recently learned theory into practice. Listening examples and exercises accompany each of the pages and areaccessible for free to students and teachers through the Kjos Multimedia Library at www.kjos.comThe History section of Book One broadens students' understanding of music by providing the historical context during each ofthe musical eras - from the Middle Ages through the 20th Century - using text and full colour images. Each reading assignment is followed by an assessment page with a timeline to help strengthen the learning process.

Alfred's Essentials Of Music Theory is designed for students of any age whether listeners or performers who want to have a better understanding of the language of music. In this all-in-one theory course you will learn the essentials of music through concise lessons practice your music reading and writing skills in the exercises improve your listening skills with the Ear Training CD's and test your knowledge with a review that completes each unit. This is Book 3 of 3 and contains Lessons 51-75.

This volume follows on from Volume 1 of How To Play Bebop and covers the bebop language patterns formulas and other linking materials. Ity also introduces chord progrssions and cycles and gives a listing of pieces to memorise for a greater understanding of the bebop feel.

Language Through Music brings to life the process of developing and nurturing knowledge and understanding of the English language using interesting involving songs and actions. These songs will support pre-school curriculum and National Curriculum in school and make singing and language learning fun. Easy to use for both musicians and non-musicians Language Through Music is printed with simplified piano parts and guitar chord symbols and each song is demonstrated on the CD (which also includes an accompaniment for Children's Choir).

Composer Tom Shelton a middle school choral teacher truly understands the young voice. Try this two-part treble work that expresses the fact that 'music is the language all people share.'

Par . The musical appeal of the Blues, as they began to be heard in the early twentieth century, was so infectious that musicians with open minds and ears were drawn to it as soon as they heard it. And that appeal crossed the racial and ethnic divides that characterized American society. So it was, that even before African American guitarists were recorded playing fingerstyle blues guitar, their white neighbors had already begun learning the music?listening to, watching, and imitating the musicians whose music they so admired. And what these white musicians ended up expressing in their own playing and singing was not simply imitation, but their own reconfiguration of what their models did, played in accordance with their own senses of rhythm, phrasing and how to sing the music.In Hillbilly Fingerstyle Blues Guitar, author John Miller offers transcriptions, in tablature and standard notation, of twenty-eight pieces by these white fingerstyle blues players, taken from recordings made in the period 1926?1970. Some of the featured musicians in the book, like Sam McGee, Frank Hutchison, Maybelle Carter, Hobart Smith, and Roscoe Holcomb are pretty well known, but the tunes by more obscure players like Debs Mays, Lake Howard, or Lester McFarland certainly don?t suffer by comparison, and in many instances are spectacular. The pieces have been chosen for variety, too?you?ll encounter pieces played in C, E, and A in standard tuning, as well as songs in Open G, Open D tunings and an exotic offshoot of Open G tuning. Downloadable links to all of the original performances from which the transcriptions were made come with the book, so you can get the sound of the tunes in your head. The musicians in Hillbilly Fingerstyle Blues Guitar gravitated towards the Blues because the music spoke to them so strongly that they felt compelled to make it part of their own musical language. And they did just that. These performances are strong and worthwhile in their own right, but they?ll also show you how you can honor those who have inspired you by singing and playing in your own voice. And that?s an important lesson to learn. Includes access to online audio. / Date parution : 2021-11-03/ Recueil / Guitare

Raising the curtain on Christopher Norton’s Micromusicals – exciting and accessible musicals for schools based on popular classroom teaching topics from the creator of the internationally-acclaimed Microjazz series. Designed for children aged 6-12 each production lasts around 30 minutes and can be learned rehearsed and performed in as little as 2 days.Stage a real class act with this comprehensive and flexible resource:* Succinct casting and direction suggestions * Optional props list with a wealth of additional downloadable resources * Straightforward and catchy songs with complete demonstration and backing tracks on an accompanying CD * Voice and piano scoreswith guitar chords * A wide range of flexible easy band and orchestral parts available to download which can be played in conjunction with the backing tracks or as part of an independent live orchestral or band * Photocopiable lyric sheets (also available as downloads for printing or projection) * Wide-ranging cross-curricular teaching and classroom activity suggestions * A customisable poster to publicise performances A Christmas Carol is an English literary classic written by Charles Dickens and was first published in December 1843. The popular novella is studied at Key Stage 2 and 3 as part of the National Curriculum in England as well as at schools and colleges elsewhere in the UK and around the world. In this new Micromusical adaption the abridged story is told through drama and song.TestimonialsThe micro-musicals have enriched our curriculum and have enabled the topics taught in class to come alive. Through the micro-musicals the children have gained a deeper and broader understanding of the curriculum and have developed a bank of rich language which has supported their writing outcomes. The micro-musicals have provided an excellent opportunity to teach music through all areas of the curriculum and we have been able to use music as a platform to learn history science geography and literature. They have been a good value for money and a valuable resource.-Bronwen Chalmers Head Teacher Davies Lane Primary School

Paul Harris's highly successful Simultaneous Learning approach is an entirely positive and imaginative way to teach which embraces the understanding that all the elements of music are connected. In this definitive book Harris outlines the complete philosophy of his ground-breaking approach. He examines topics such as language and body language the first lesson on a new piece introducing notation and making the transition to Simultaneous Learning.

Hymns I Know celebrates the great riches of our spiritual heritage. These cherished tunes and lyrics have been thoughtfully paired with Bible verses and beautiful full-color illustrations to help bring a deeper meaning andunderstanding to the words of the songs. Arranged for the developing elementary pianist the music corresponds well with any piano method and includes optional duets for added enjoyment. Hymns I Know helps tobuild a firm foundation in sacred tradition encouraging hymns and sacred music to become a part of children’s everyday language and is sure to be long treasured by students teachers and parents.

Hymns I Know celebrates the great riches of our spiritual heritage. These cherished tunes and lyrics have been thoughtfully paired with Bible verses and beautiful full-color illustrations to help bring a deeper meaning andunderstanding to the words of the songs. Arranged for the developing elementary pianist the music corresponds well with any piano method and includes optional duets for added enjoyment. Hymns I Know helps tobuild a firm foundation in sacred tradition encouraging hymns and sacred music to become a part of children’s everyday language and is sure to be long treasured by students teachers and parents.