Theory-Looking for a way to develop your musical ear' By following the instructions given in this coursebook you will soon be able to effortlessly recognise and reproduce the first lick note chord rhythm or solo that comes your way! You wonder how you are going to accomplish this' By studying intervals (from thirds downwards to diminished thirteenths) by identifying chords (from major chords to M7(11#) chords) by recognising chords and melody played simultaneously by differentiating between various rhythmic values (between whole notes and eighth-note triplets for instance) or by melody dictations which are a synthesis of the elements previously studied. Whereas the two CDssupply you with exercises the coursebook offers you the possibility to write down and check your answers. Looking for a way to develop your musical ear' By following the instructions given in this coursebook you will soon be able to effortlessly recognise and reproduce the first lick note chord rhythm or solo that comes your way!You wonder how you are going to accomplish this' By studying intervals (from thirds downwards to diminished thirteenths) by identifying chords (from major chords to M7(11#) chords) by recognising chords and melody played simultaneously by differentiating between various rhythmic values (between whole notes and eighth-note triplets for instance) or by melody dictations which are a synthesis of the elements previously studied.Whereasthe two CDs supply you with exercises the coursebook offers you the possibility to write down and check your answers.

This method is primarily aimed at the learning of theory analysis and composition for high school music students as well as pre-academic students wanting to learn theory rhythm and general musical perception. The various aspects of reading music are addressed in a progressive and gradual way being complemented by more than two hundred examples of music from different historical periods. A CD is included which features recordings that help the student to hear each exercise or technique.

Time and rhythm are king! Number one! We are constantly aware of this fact when we are playing or listening to improvised music. All notes seem to sound good when they are played with good time. Even melodies that use wrong notes sound good when played with good time. What often packages a good time feel are the rhythms a particular artist chooses to use. This book hopefully lends some insight into practicing and playing creative rhythms in a melodic way. (Jerry Bergonzi)
The CD provides 10 standard chord progressions, each played in two different tempos by Bruce Barth on piano, Dave Santoro on bass, and Adam Nussbaum on drums. In addition Jerry demonstrates various approaches and exercises on tenor saxophone.

Great for helping children learn the musical alphabet and various symbols while having fun. The plastic wallet contains more than 60 durable cards with musical signs notes on treble and bass clefs time signatures and rests.Suggestions for games and activities are included.

Salvador Segui Perez (1939-2004) was a Spanish musician academic and composer who studied in Spain Italy and France. For many years he was the professor of music theory and later director at the Valencia conservatory. Teoria Musical - Volume 2 is suitable for any musician of grade 4 or 5 standard and covers all aspects of musical theory including the following: musical syntax acoustic theory sound production instrumental families and ensembles keys and scales (including tetrachords and modulations) intervals enharmonics and more! There are also sections on various eras of musical history from ancient Greece and theGregorian chants of the Middle Ages to modern atonal music and electronic music. A comprehensive volume this book is ideal for any inquisitive music student.

For developing essential musicianship skills, no other software package can equal Alfred's Interactive Musician. The program features three unique sections-Pitch Training, Sight-Reading and Rhythm-and is designed to enhance recognition of intervals, chords and scales, improve ability to sight-read, and prepare for various types of rhythms. The self-paced program responds instantly to the user's actions, helping to quickly identify strengths and weaknesses. With multiple levels to choose from and the ability to customize levels, Alfred's Interactive Musician gives complete control over the content and difficulty of the program. This program may be used in a classroom setting. With the Educator and Network versions, teachers have the ability to create assessment tests that are scored electronically and have immediate access to student progress. Students work at their own pace, while the teacher sets up guidelines for the student to follow. Drills are randomized, so exercises may be played over and over without duplicating material. For Windows or Macintosh. / Méthodes et pédagogie / Formation musicale / Formation musicale - solfège / ALFRED PUBLISHING

For over fifty years A. Forbes Milne's text has been the classic route to mastery of the art of sight-singing an essential skill for vocalists and a most valuable study for all musicians besides. Preparing each section of carefully graded exercises in various keys with a detailed yet concise theoretical account the author offers a thorough preliminary training in time rhythm and pitch before proceeding to major and minor scales groupings of rests crotchets quavers semiquavers and triplets and chromatic notes within non-modulating melodies. The method includes the so-called French time-names and Solfa note-names for those wishing to use them.

Find keys quickly and easily with this simple-to-use transposition gizmo. The disc in a clamshell case enables you to find keys quickly and easily. Locate the original key on the inner ring. Slide theinner disc around until the original key lines up with the new key on the outer ring. Now simply read off the various notes in the new key against the relevant notes from the original key. Bingo!

Sight Reading: The Rhythm Book is a graded workbook for instrumentalists and vocalists designed to develop sight reading and rhythmic skills by presenting a course of progressive lessons and studies specifically aimed at theseareas. Many different rhythmic groupings and writing styles and clearly presented and analyzed. This book will provide invaluable assistance to all musicians and lead to a greater understanding of the fundamentals of rhythm.Through the development of the counting method employed in this book and the analysis of rhythmic structure-identification of the various notes rests groups and signs used-the student will attain greater ease and facility whenapproaching sight reading material.

The AB Guide To Music Theory is intended to help people learning music to understand how music is written down what the various signs and symbols denote and what is meant by the common technical words used by musicians. Arising out of this it provides an introduction to the basic elements in harmony and musical structure. In the main this book deals with the subjects of the Associated Board's theory syllabus for Grades 6-8. However for the sake of continuity the information has not been broken up to correspond with individual grades.

A coloring and activity book to help children between 5 and 11 years to learn notes and rests. Included are small learning steps and various creative works puzzles and games of dice with several possibilities to repeat. Beginningwith quarters there are two possible directions: either to the slower notes (half dotted half and whole notes) or to the faster notes (eighth and sixteenth notes). Both methodic ways are equal. Chapters for the rests have asimilar structure. The presentation of new notes and rests combines little vivid tales with moving experiences of the children themselves (clapping walking and singing). The volume is suitable for instrumental classes in singlelessons as well as in groups and also for foundation classes. A well-devised and at the same time very versatile method which can be used as a permanent assistant to fun and easy success.

ropositions musicales et pédagogiques / Ecoute / Jeux musicaux / Autres activités...-No order and no rules here! P?le-M?le joyfully gives into its wanderlust: helped along by an adult children will dive headlong into this fourth book try out this or that song and presto! – open the gates to an enchanted garden where the joy of music reigns supreme. To achieve this Jo Gougat Ardennes-born violinist singer and exceptional teacher has spiced up each double-page of song and text with a tasty cocktail: a few pinches of music theory to help children easily overcome a specific musical challenge a refreshing dash of listening games that give pride of place to the magical sound of chimes and two or threeenhancing zests to coax the imagination “beyond” the song by exploring the world of a painter or discovering a particular musical work. These various sections which can be explored in any order and independently from one another are enhanced by a CD including both a Piano and Voice version for each piece followed by the accompaniment only created by Serge L?cussant with humour and finesse. It’s your turn to sing!

Get the rock-solid fundamentals of pitch rhythm and harmony in this easy-to-use method complete with a supporting CD.Learn the universal language of written music as used by musicians everywhere regardless of the instrument. You'll find concise detailed explanations illustrations and written exercises with a wealth of practice drills to help you memorise and understand the essentials. Learn how to:Construct chords scales and intervalsIdentify major and minor key centres and common chord progressionsAccurately play various rhythm feels and figuresUse the basic principles of form and compositional analysis