This book presents a rich and varied selection of material from an immense geographical area, combining local traditions with foreign influences to engage and inspire teacher and students. The DVD includes demonstration of the dances for presentation in the classroom.
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Here is a delightful collection of 50 playful songs and activities for Preschool and Early Elementary School Children as compiled by John M. Feierabend and illustrated by Gary M. Kramer. The companion CD features 90 minutes of activities including “Moving Around,” “Taking Turns,” “Leading Others,” “Moving Together,” and many more, with vocals and guitar by folksinger Luann Saunders.
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Carl Orff devoted much of his life to music for children. His pioneering work continues under the guidance of teachers and educators in many countries. The five basic German volumes of “Music for Children” by Carl Orff and Gunild Keetman were published between 1950 and 1954. Based on these original German volumes, here is the English adaptation with additional material by Doreen hall and Arnold Walter. VOLUME 1 Pentatonic, VOLUME 2 Major: Bordun, VOLUME 3 Major Triads, VOLUME 4 Minor: Bordun, VOLUME 5 Minor Triads.
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English translation by Susan Kennedy. Originally published in German as “Einführung in Musik für Kinder” as a guide to the original schulwerk for students at the Orff Institute in Salzburg, this work may be used in conjunction with the English-language adaptions of “Orff-Schulwerk” by Hall/Walter and Murray; references to specific exercises in these editions are noted by author, volume and page. With diagrams.
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This is the indispensable guide to learning how to sight-read choral music. Using special interactive technology, renowned choral educators Ralph Allwood and Timothy Teague take the user from the very basics of sight-reading to a level at which they can sing confidently in a choir. This guide provides clear explanations, exercises, tips and tricks on: basic music theory; scales and stepwise motion; larger intervals and awkward leaps; fast and effective reading of choral scores; examples from popular choral repertoire; general good practice for choral singing. Whether you are 7 or 70, a beginner or an experienced singer, this book will improve your ability to read music and help you to enjoy singing to the full.
This book is supported by SoundWise. It includes a range of interactive digital features: SoundCheck (powered by Match My Sound) – This unique assessment and feedback software lets you use your phone, tablet or computer to help you practice. SoundCheck listens to you sing, then gives you instant feedback on how to improve!; eBook – A digital edition of your book to read on any device; Video – Tips and demonstrations from the authors.
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World Sound Matters is an anthology of music from around the world, representing 35 different countries. A publication which should be of practical use to a wide range of musicians, from secondary school teachers to their pupils, from adults interested in knowing more about world music to music students wishing to specialize in this field, and to composers. Partial contents: Japan • Gagakucourt music • Korea • Music for Komun'go • China • Tibetan Ritual Music • Mongolia • Diphonic Singing • Vietnam • Work Song • Laos • Music for Kaen • Indonesia • Javanese Dance-Opera Philippines • Palawan Love Song • Solomon Islands • Rihe Panpipe Ensemble • Australia • Arnhem Land Aboriginal Music • India • Music for Nagasvaram • Iran • Art Music for Ensemble • Turkey • Music for Ney • Egypt • Quran Recitation • Egypt • Music for Folk Ensemble • Morocco • Nawba Music for Ensemble • Algeria • Music for Ghayta and Bendir • Mali • Griot Song • Ethiopia • Song with Masenqo • Central African Republic • Song with Sanza • Gabon • Yodelling Exercise • Burundi • Whispered Song • Mozambique • Music for Timbila • Russia • Play Song • Armenia • Music for K'amancha • Georgia • Work Song • Romania • Music for Cimpoi • Greece • Rebetiko Urban Popular Music • Spain • Cante Flamenco • Portugal • Fado Urban Song • Norway • Hardingfele • Canada • Inuit Throat-Game • US • Texas Folk Song • Trinidad • Music for Steel Band • Colombia • Dance for Chirimia Ensemble • Brazil • Ritual Dance-Song.
Also available: 2-CD set of 58 traditional music recordings, sold separately (item 49003255).
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ESSENTIAL REPERTOIRE is a core library of time-tested choral works which provide a framework for teaching style and history, all through performance. The graded series includes Masterworks (Renaissance through Contemporary), Folksongs (American and Multicultural), Spirituals, A Cappella and Accompanied works. The series is available for beginning through advanced choirs, and for mixed, treble and tenor bass ensembles.
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By popular request, these songs and pieces from the 5 volume English edition (by Margaret Murray) of Carl Orff and Gunild Keetman's 'Schulwerk' are now available in CD format. Singers and speakers are from a variety of English, Welsh and German schools with professional musicians playing instruments. The Schulwerk idea is one that transplants well, founded as it is on the basic elements of language, music and dance, with which children are encouraged to play and improvise imaginatively, so that, through the use of simple forms, they will be able to make their own music. The material is not restricted to Britain, but also includes songs from Canada and the United States. The instrumental ensemble is directed by Carl Orff and Hermann Regner. All possible instrumental resources suited to this elemental style of music making have been used.
The barred percussion instruments that carry Orff's name such as glockenspiels, xylophones and metallophones, are used, as well as simple, small percussion instruments and the larger ones found in the conventional orchestra. The older forms of wind instruments are favoured, such as recorders, sorduns and crumhorns. Brass instruments such as trumpets and trombones, are also used. The guitar, cello and double bass have an important role, and, where available, the older forms of string instruments, such as the viol or viola da gamba, blend well into the ensemble.
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This book presents a selection of play songs and related activities in sensory awareness, movement and dance, voice and language, playing instruments, listening, visualizing, social forms and drama. It is written for kindergarten and elementary teachers working with children ages 4-9, for music teachers and for teachers working with groups of mixed ability. It aims to widen the repertoire of songs, topics and related activities, to enhance the experience of singing, moving and playing instruments together as well as to stimulate one's own creativity to invent new extensions. The wide range of activities for each song enables teachers to work with children of different ages and abilities ensuring that no one is over- or under-challenged and that each child can learn, play and contribute to the whole on his or her own level.
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Sing on Sight is a comprehensive sight-singing method by Audrey Snyder. Volume Two builds on the skills established in Volume One and moves step by step to full, choral sight-singing. The recorded accompaniments include a wide variety of styles, from classical to contemporary, and folk music to pop and jazz. Exercises are written so that two or more lines may be sung simultaneously, so students gain sight-singing independence and develop their part-singing skills. With just a few minutes a day Sing on Sight can help your choirs learn to read music and have fun in the process! Student and Teacher Editions available separately: both Unison/2-Part Treble and 2-Part/3-Part Mixed. Accompaniment CD (coincides with both voicings) also available. Classroom Kits include 25 Student Books, 1 Teacher Edition and 1 Accompaniment CD.
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A set of activities that teaches rhythm reading skills in short, fun, easy-to-learn games. These adaptable lessons are effective with the beginning music student from kindergarten through Grade 5. Lessons vary from one to 30 minutes in length. Quick reference cards are included for all games. Multiple appendices provide a wealth of information. Grades K-5.
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Carl Orff devoted much of his life to music for children. His pioneering work continues under the guidance of teachers and educators in many countries. The five basic German volumes of “Music for Children” by Carl Orff and Gunild Keetman were published between 1950 and 1954. The considerable growth of Orff-Schulwerk in the United States led to the publication of the American Edition (1977) to satisfy the requirements of a different educational system and national heritage. Music for Children is a stimulating source of material for music teaching. Orff's fundamental educational ideas have revitalized music education from nursery schools to secondary education and in special music schools, based on the concepts that music, dance and language are interrelated and animated through rhythm. At the opening of the Orff Institute in Salzburg in 1963, Carl Orff ended his speech with a quotation from Schiller: 'I have done my part, now do yours.' That challenge has been taken up by teachers worldwide.Hall/Walter Edition, Based on Volumes 1, 2 and 4 of the original German Edition “Musik für Kinder,” English adaption with additional material by Doreen Hall and Arnold Walter. VOLUME 1 Pentatonic, VOLUME 2 Major: Bordun, VOLUME 3 Major Triads, VOLUME 4 Minor: Bordun, VOLUME 5 Minor Triads.
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Essential Repertoire is a core library of time-tested choral works which provide a framework for teaching style and history, all through performance. The graded series includes Masterworks (Renaissance through Contemporary), Folksongs (American and Multicultural), Spirituals, A Cappella and Accompanied works. The series is available for beginning through advanced choirs, and for mixed, treble and tenor bass ensembles.
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| List | $16.99 |
