Par WINTERSON JULIA / HARRIS PAUL. Music Theory: the essential guide offers musicians of all ages and levels a practical and relevant guide to music theory today. Written and structured to make content as easily digestible as possible, this indispensable guide: - introduces key musical concepts such as pitch, tempo, rhythm, harmony, scales, instruments, musical forms and structure - outlines the conventions governing music notation, demonstrating their relevance to the musical language of the twenty-first century - provides interesting facts and real music examples to contextualise music theory - offers practical tips on how to identify intervals, make up melodies and rhythms, set words to music and much more - supports all aspects of the ABRSM Theory examinations (grades 1 to 5) - includes an introduction and \'theory in practice\' notes by renowned educationalist Paul Harris - contains quick-reference tools including an appendix, list of further repertoire examples, table of instruments, periods of music history, table of scales and modes and summary keys and time signatures./ Méthode / Formation Musicale

Original Piano Melodies for the Eclectic Romantic is the melding of the influences of three generations.'I've long been impressed by the melodic and harmonic styles of jazz icons Marian McPartland and Dave Brubeck and always believed that a well constructed harmony complements a unique melody.'  - Dennis LeograndeReeling in the horror of September 11 Dennis   like all Americans sought a way to respond to the unthinkable. Words obviously fail; so did anger. Acting on the belief that the creative spirit transcends both he slowly began to record on manuscript paper the conflicting emotions he wasexperiencing. Two weeks later this collection was under way.Dennis Leogrande was a music educator and supervisor of music in New Jersey (USA) public schools where he has taught band and string instruments to students ages four through eighteen as well as directed bands jazz ensembles and orchestras. He holds a Masters degree in music education from New York University and a Supervisor of Music degree. In addition to his teaching Mr. Leogrande has published numerous educationall works composed music for animated films and operates a digital recording studio.

Music Theory For Dummies makes music theory easy to understand, with a friendly, unintimidating overview of everything you need to know to become fluent at knocking out beats, reading musical scores, and learning to anticipate where a song should go-whether you're reading someone else's music or writing your own. Whether you're a music student or a music lover, you'll learn to read, write, and understand music with this informative guide. With expert instruction, you'll put it all together as you compose, arrange, and create original melodies, harmonies, and chords of your own, with helpful tips for performing your pieces in front of an audience. This new third edition presents the most current teaching techniques, the newest music genres and examples, and updated information on all aspects of understanding, creating, and performing music.Studies have shown that music training improves children's' verbal and spatial abilities, and it's been associated with cognitive and mathematical benefits in adults. The music job market is expected to increase over the coming years, and music theory is becoming an increasingly common part of education at all levels. Music Theory For Dummies provides the instruction you need to get more out of music than you ever thought possible.Master major and minor scales, intervals, pitches, and clefs.Understand basic notation, time signals, tempo, dynamics, and navigation.Employ melodies, chords, progressions, and phrases to form music.Compose harmonies and accompanying melodies for voice and instruments. / Formation Musicale

Arr. Stephen Bulla. Par SCHUMANN ROBERT. Robert Schumann’s interest in Music Education was demonstrated in his collection, An Album For The Young. This delightful series included The Stranger, Nordic Song, and Soldier’s March, three wonderful solos that are now classics for young piano students. Stephen Bulla’s marvelous transcription of these three melodies for young band, THE SCHUMANN SUITE, is a perfect change of pace. / Niveau : 1.5 / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie

Book 1-A comprehensive musicianship String method.About The Book:Unique chapter layout provides a goal-orientated format organised by school quarter.4 full-page assessments include:- Critical Listening- Playing By Ear- Theory and Terminology- Composing Arranging and Improvisation- Performance- Advanced Bow StudiesWealth of classical and world music.8 arrangements and original compositions for String Orchestra.Duets rounds and a solo with Piano accompaniment.Play-along accompaniments feature demo and performance tracks with professionalmusicians.Featured in SmartMusic.Correlates with science and world history.Fully integrated with the National Standards for Music Education.Video tutorials with master teachers and students. About The Accompaniment Tracks:Each track includes a demo version with professional musicians followed by accompaniment only.Outstanding accompaniments explore a wide variety of musical styles to make practice exciting and fun.Play classical and world melodies with characteristic accompaniments that include:Full OrchestraRockLatinJazzFunkCountryElectronicWorld MusicMedia Options:DVD Features:Video tutorialsAccompaniments for the entire bookAbility to transfer MP3 files to a computer or portable deviceOnline Features:Stream or download all accompaniments at no chargeStream all video tutorials at no charge

A comprehensive musicianship String method.About The Book:Unique chapter layout provides a goal-orientated format organised by school quarter.4 full-page assessments include:- Critical Listening- Playing By Ear- Theory and Terminology- Composing Arranging and Improvisation- Performance- Advanced Bow StudiesWealth of classical and world music.8 arrangements and original compositions for String Orchestra.Duets rounds and a solo with Piano accompaniment.Play-along accompaniments feature demo and performance tracks with professionalmusicians.Featured in SmartMusic.Correlates with science and world history.Fully integrated with the National Standards for Music Education.Video tutorials with master teachers and students. About The Accompaniment Tracks:Each track includes a demo version with professional musicians followed by accompaniment only.Outstanding accompaniments explore a wide variety of musical styles to make practice exciting and fun.Play classical and world melodies with characteristic accompaniments that include:Full OrchestraRockLatinJazzFunkCountryElectronicWorld MusicMedia Options:DVD Features:Video tutorialsAccompaniments for the entire bookAbility to transfer MP3 files to a computer or portable deviceOnline Features:Stream or download all accompaniments at no chargeStream all video tutorials at no charge

Commissioned for a premiere performance at the Texas Music Educators' Association 2000 convention Joseph Martin's Come to the Music is alive and electric with driving rhythm memorable melodies mixed meter and joyful text. Optional percussion and piccolo accompaniment included at the back of the octavo enhance the medieval dance quality of this exciting piece. Score and parts for flute 1&2 (fl 2 dbl piccolo) oboe clarinet 1&2 bassoon horn 1&2 trumpets 1-3 trombone 1&2 tuba timpani percussion 1-3 harp piano violin 1&2 viola cello double bass.

Commissioned for a premiere performance at the Texas Music Educators' Association 2000 convention Joseph Martin's Come to the Music is alive and electric with driving rhythm memorable melodies mixed meter and joyful text. Optional percussion and piccolo accompaniment included at the back of the octavo enhance the medieval dance quality of this exciting piece.

Par SUZUKI SHINICHI. The first classical Organ method for children, the Suzuki Organ School is based on Dr. Shinichi Suzuki's Mother Tongue Method. The Suzuki Method® of Talent Education is based on Suzuki's view that every child is born with ability, and that people are the product of their environment. According to Suzuki, a world-renowned violinist and teacher, the greatest joy an adult can know comes from developing a child's potential so he/she can express all that is harmonious and best in human beings. Each series of books for a particular instrument in the Suzuki Method is considered a Suzuki music school, such as the Suzuki Organ School . The student listens to the recordings and work with their Suzuki organ teacher to develop their potential as a musician and as a person. This Suzuki Book and CD is essential for Suzuki Organ lessons. In certain pieces, the authors have placed small phonetic signs above the notes to indicate differentiated non legato playing. In order to develop pedal technique, pedal melodies are included between every manual piece. The included performance CD for Volume 1 is a great tool for Suzuki Organ lessons, encouraging practice while featuring recordings by Lars Hagström. Titles: 'A Little Fairytale' (Rönnberg), 'Allegretto' (Czerny), 'Amaryllis' (Ghys), 'Chant Arabe' (Anonymous), 'Cuckoo' (German Folk Song), 'Go Tell Aunt Rhody' (Folk Song), 'Gossip Tune' (German Folk Song), 'Herdsman's Song' (Danish Folk Song), 'Hippopotamus' (Rönnberg), 'Hot Dog' (English Folk Song), 'Lightly Row' (German Folk Song), 'Little Playmates' (Chwatal), 'Little Snail' (Traditional), 'London Bridge' (English Folk Song), 'Lullaby' (German Folk Song), 'Mary Had a Little Lamb' (Folk Song), 'My School Day' (Folk Song), 'Paris' (French Folk Song), 'Piglet' (G. Rönnberg, 'Song of the Wind' (Folk Song), 'Spain' (Traditional), 'The Fly' (Traditional), 'The Musical Box' (Rönnberg), 'Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star Theme and Variations' (Suzuki). 'Allegretto,' 'Go Tell Aunt Rhody,' and 'Lullaby' are National Federation of Music Clubs Festivals Bulletin 2016--2020 selections. The first classical Organ method for children, the Suzuki Organ School is based on Dr. Shinichi Suzuki's Mother Tongue Method. The Suzuki Method® of Talent Education is based on Suzuki's view that every child is born with ability, and that people are the product of their environment. According to Suzuki, a world-renowned violinist and teacher, the greatest joy an adult can know comes from developing a child's potential so he/she can express all that is harmonious and best in human beings. Each series of books for a particular instrument in the Suzuki Method is considered a Suzuki music school, such as the Suzuki Organ School . The student listens to the recordings and work with their Suzuki organ teacher to develop their potential as a musician and as a person. This Suzuki Book and CD is essential for Suzuki Organ lessons. In certain pieces, the authors have placed small phonetic signs above the notes to indicate differentiated non legato playing. In order to develop pedal technique, pedal melodies are included between every manual piece. The included performance CD for Volume 1 is a great tool for Suzuki Organ lessons, encouraging practice while featuring recordings by Lars Hagström. / Méthode / Méthode / Orgue

Some lovely melodies skilfully arranged. This book is currently on promotion at only 1.95!!!

Blockflöte spielen mit Valentina-Playing the recorder is neither magic nor rocket science or is it!? In Flötenzauber the little witch Valentina and her friend Chebby accompany the little musicians on their fascination journey through the world of music.The three-part method for descant recorder has been conceived for children older than pre-school age and can be used for private and group lessons alike e.g. in early music education. Flötenzauber deliberately does without long explanatory texts focusing instead on teaching the very basics playfully and with ease. All songs come with texts to make it easier for the children to learn new melodies andrhythms. Numerous tips provide teachers and parents with information on how to work with the method. Illustrations on all pages just beg to be coloured in and can be used to make working in the group more flexibly.

An excellent and essential primer for the aspiring tunesmith Songwriting: The Words the Music & Money offers authoritative tips on everything from basic song forms to the hard facts of succeeding in the music business. In between veteran songwriter Dick Weissman shares his insights into composing effective lyrics melodies and hooks as well as detailed breakdowns of every musical style from folk to cabaret to hip hop. The first book on the topic to be accompanied by a CD covering all the musical concepts explored within this is an invaluable resource for anyone engaged in the serious study of songwriting. No knowledge of musical notation is required.Dick Weissman is anAssociate Professor of Music Business Management at the University of Colorado and the former National Education Coordinator for the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences.

A traditional German canon arranged in a straightforward and educationally appropriate style by Donald Moore. Easy singable melodies fit together perfectly. A follow-up to Moore's best selling 'Sing With Joy!' and 'Simply Alleluia.' Excellent for Music In Our Schools Month. Optional flute or C instrument part included in the publication. / 2 Parties Mixtes