This series is a fun way to begin to learn music. Books 1 and 2 contain theory lessons ear training lessons and worksheets. Students from ages 8 to 12 in their first year of lessons will reinforce their music reading skills and gain a better understanding of the building blocks of music. This thorough easy-to-use theory method includes lessons ear training (CDs included with books 1 and 2) and worksheets.

A complete step-by-step scheme of work for specialist and non-specialist teachers. This title is the key to delivering the rigorous and ever-changing demands that make up the Key Stage 2 Music curriculum. Designed for use by any music teacher regardless of technical musical knowledge the book works progressively through the syllabus describing exaclty what is required and offering easy-to-follow solutions to bring the ideas to the classroom effectively. The guide includes: 30 Lesson plans Songs with music Separate lyric sheets Photocopiable pupil's sheets A set of appendices that address the finer details of thecurriculum. The book is complete with a CD of music for all the material featured which is ideal for those teachers without Piano-playing abilities or for those classrooms where a Piano is not available.

George Self. This book recognises that aural work is essential to help pupils derive the full benefits from class music. The 17 lessons are designed to be used with students of varied ability. Most questions are based on the comparative method; for example a short melodic shape is played pupils identify this from three or four shapes printed in their own books. Gradually structural elements are introduced and the book draws its examples from different musical periods and cultures.George Self. This book recognises that aural work is essential to help pupils derive the full benefits from class music. The 17 lessons are designed to be used with students of varied ability. Most questions are based on the comparative method; for example a short melodic shape is played pupils identify this from three or four shapes printed in their own books. Gradually structural elements are introduced and the book draws its examples from different musical periods and cultures.

Music Theory Puzzles and Games-Packed with puzzles and games with helpful hints from a motley crew of characters this book will be enjoyed by everyone. Great preparation for theory exams and helpful for your music lesson: ideal for instrumentalists as well as pianists.Pack of 10 books.

Music Theory Puzzles and Games-Packed with puzzles and games with helpful hints from a motley crew of characters this book will be enjoyed by everyone. Great preparation for theory exams and helpful for your music lesson: ideal for instrumentalists as well as pianists.

Twenty Lessons In Harmony by Olivier Messiaen is a book in which the author describes his perceptions of colours in music and the importance of the fusion of sound and sight. Often depicting chords as precise colours and shades he explains how he perceived harmony through a visual prism. This description is completed by these Twenty Lessons for SATB to help controlling the harmonies. Twenty Lessons In Harmony has shown itself very helpful for a better understanding and interpretation of Messiaen’s music. Olivier Messiaen (1908-1992) was a Frenchorganist and composer passionate about Ornithology and one of the most important composers of his century. Inspired by Japanese music he had a very special way of composing and his work can be identified by its complexity its diatonic aspect its harmony with limited transposition its colour and its additive rhythms. He composed many works related to ornithology and birdsong including the 'Bird Catalogue' in 7 volumes and the 'Treatise on rhythm colour and ornithology' in 7 volumes.

Theory-The Getting Started series offers step-by-step guides which introduce key skills to the beginner musician and in turn enables teachers to cover all aspects of music in a time-limited lesson. Getting Started with Theory is an enjoyable introduction from beginners up to approximately Grade 2. Have fun working out how the pieces you play are written and learn through lots of fun exercises. Your theory will keep pace with your playing ability and exams will be an easy and logical step! Designed to be used alongside instrumental/singing lessons this book is packed with activities to do at home as part of practice time.

Answer Key-The Answer Key is the companion to Write Play and Hear Your Theory Every Day? Book 3 and provides the correct answers for each of the written exercises as well as playback and ear training activities. The 'Lesson Day' activity is an excellent way for teachers to survey their students' progress.

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.

Book 3 in this series introduces new concepts such as: ledger lines; intervals up to an octave; major one-octave scales beyond C G and F major; naming major key signatures; dotted quarter notes; octave signs; 1st and 2nd endings; and additional music vocabulary. Students are presented with a final test at the end of this book to demonstrate their knowledge of concepts presented in this level. Includes a CD to reinforce every unit which can be used at home or at the lesson.