A Practical Rhythm Reading Course-Here is a follow-up to Audrey Snyder's popular rhythm reading method. Designed for choirs bands orchestras and general music classes 'The Rhythm Reader II' promotes quick comprehension with solid rhythm reading resulting inonly a few minutes of use each rehearsal. Volume II continues the sequential curriculum by offering instruction and practice in ties dotted rhythms cut time and other meters sixteenth note combinations compound meters triplets and more. The concepts are introduced logically and sequentially throughout more than 100 exercises. Optional recorded accompaniments on the CD promote high motivation and success for all students. These recordingsfeature a wide variety of styles and timbres from classical to reggae string quartet to rock making learning to sight-read FUN!

In 1648 Heinrich Schütz published a collection of 29 motets with five to seven parts titled 'Geistliche Chor-Music? (Sacred Choir Music). Here, the term 'Chor? (choir) refers not only to a (large) vocal ensemble but, more generally, to a group of musicians, vocal or instrumental. As explained by Schütz in the foreword he published with the collection, all parts of the motets can be performed vocally and/or instrumentally. This practice, common in Schütz's time, has been incorporated into Bärenreiter's new publication. The edition includes the twelve five-part motets at original pitch with basso continuo. In addition, instrumental parts for string and wind instruments can be purchased. These parts, which include the text, serve to support and complement the choral sound 'colla parte?. To enable varying tone-colour possibilities, instrumental parts are available in different transpositions.Of great significance is the detailed foreword on performance practice by Manfred Cordes.- Reflects the latest in musicological research based on the 'New Schütz Edition?- Includes a detailed foreword (Eng/Ger) on performance practice by a Schütz expert- Instrumental parts (strings, winds) available in transpositionsManfred Cordes is a specialist for the music of the 16th and early 17th centuries. He works as professor for music theory, counterpoint and ensemble and is also rector of the 'Hochschule für Künste Bremen?. He performs internationally as the director of the ensemble 'Weser-Renaissance Bremen?. / Choeur Mixte Et Basse Continue

It's a casting call for the annual holiday revue and a host of familiar North Pole faces are lined up to audition, headshots and resumes in hand. Three Elves, a not-so-famous Reindeer, a stage-worthy Snowman, Mrs. C. herself, and regular kid Cameron make the first cut and are put to test by their never seen but consistently heard through a sound system director---Santa Claus! Fantastic Broadway-style songs (complete with easy dance routines) and a simple script (that requires almost no scenery or props) bring this fabulous musical to life. Recommended for grades 3 and up. Book is 100% Reproducible. / Choeur