SKU: BT.MUSM570364459
English.
Robert Saxton 's Hortus Musicae , Book 1 was commissioned by Ian Richie for the 2013 City of London Festival with funds provided by the John S. Cohen Foundation. The first performance was given by Clare Hammond on June 24th 2013 at the church of St Mary Le Bow. The title, less 'literal' in Latin than in the vernacular, refers to the idea of an allegorical/metaphysical garden (reference to a 'real', or existing, garden might be implied by Hortus Musicus) with various facets. The titles of the individual pieces/movements, with their respective garden image, are as follows: 1) Hortus Somniorum: a fleeting vision of a 'magical' garden 2) Hortus Temporis: a reflection of/on the floralclock described by Andrew Marvell (1621-1678) in his [metaphysical] poem The Garden: How well the skilful gardener drew Of flowers and herbs this dial new Where from above the milder sun Does through a fragrant zodiac run; And, as it works, the industrious bee Computes its time as well as we. How could such sweet and wholesome hours Be reckoned but with herbs and flowers! 3) Hortus Cantus: A garden in which nature 'sings' (praises), in the manner of a 'chorale prelude' and ending with the cantus firmus transformed into bells. 4) Hortus Infinitatis: A meditative/formal garden representing Time suspended, in the form of a palindromic prolation canon combined with a harmonic ground (chaconne). 5) Saltatio Hortensis: A (summer) garden of dancing, celebratory nature. Its essence (and that of the entire cycle, both metaphorically and structurally/formally) is summed up in words spoken by Miranda in WH Auden's 1944 Tempest [Shakespeare]-inspired poem The Sea And The Mirror; So, to remember our changing garden, we Are linked as children in a circle dancing. Duration: 15 minutes.
SKU: LO.75-1060H
ISBN 9780787758547.
Break out the parachutes, ribbons, and scarves, and discover the magic that happens when you bring movement and listening together. These 16 lessons range from Kindergarten to Grade 6 and will expose your students to a variety of genres and styles, from percussion ensemble to symphony orchestra. They include an assortment of musical topics, such as exploring long and short sounds and learning about instrument families. Teaching veteran Katie Grace Miller has worked magic in her classroom and she offers Mrs. Miller’s Magic Tricks here so you can do the same. It’s no illusion; try it and be amazed!
SKU: HL.9971289
ISBN 9781423471325. UPC: 884088352172. 5.0x5.0x0.16 inches. Jacobson/Emerson/Higgins/Huff.
Decorations are all in place, and everything is set for the upcoming holiday part, except for an old dilapidated sleigh off in the corner with a sign that reads Marvelous Magical Sleigh. It's nothing but a piece of junk! What was that noise? Did the sleigh just move? Join the holiday adventure of one small child who believes in the true meaning of the holiday and is taken for a marvelous ride on one very important and magical sleigh! This 20-minute easily-produced holiday revue is perfect for the teacher on the go! Suggested for students in grades 2-5, the program features 6 songs and connecting dialog for a large cast that combine for a humorous yet touching performance that requires minimal rehearsal time. The Teacher Edition includes piano/vocal arrangements, dialog and choreography by John Jacobson. Young performers will enjoy the full-color singer editions for extra visual appeal. The value-packed Classroom Kit comes complete with a Teacher book, 20 singer editions and a P/A CD. Available separately: Teacher Edition, Singer 20-Pak (full color), Performance/Accompaniment CD, Classroom Kit (Teacher, Singer 20-Pak, P/A CD). Duration: ca. 20 minutes. Suggested for grades 2-5.
SKU: HL.155787
ISBN 9781574243253. UPC: 888680601935. 8.5x11 inches. Thornton Cline and Crystal Bowman illustrated by Susan Oliver.
Mr. Jones is having trouble motivating his fifth grade band students to practice. When he discovers a packet of magical musical plant seeds in an old trombone case, he gets an idea. Mr. Jones plants the seeds in pots of soil and gives one to each of his students to take home. He tells the students how to care for the seeds and to play their instrumetns every day to make the plants grow. Some of his students laugh at his crazy idea, but some of his students take him seriously. The students soon discover what happens when they practice and when they don't. The whimsical illustrations by acclaimed illustrator Susan Oliver add to the charm of this delightful story. The book includes a CD of ten easy original songs with recorded examples of each band instrument.
