A brilliant fourth collection of original compositions and appealing arrangements of classic tunes by John Edmondson and Anne McGinty for beginning Concert bands and Big bands.

Flute-A superb collection of original compositions and top notch arrangements of classic tunes by John Edmondson and Anne McGinty for beginning Concert bands and Big bands.

Singer's Edition-Successful Performing helps choirs achieve a higher standard of performance. Concise and inspiring weekly lessons provide instruction in a variety of technical and expressive skills. Increased understanding and enjoyment of music-making leads to better performances. Each book includes two years' worth of lessons. The Conductor's Edition provides comprehensive information for creative rehearsal ideas score interpretation and concerts. Book 1 singer's edition. Successful Performing helps choirs achieve a higher standard of performance. Concise and inspiring weekly lessons provide instruction in a variety of technical and expressive skills. Increased understanding andenjoyment of music-making leads to better performances. Each book includes two years' worth of lessons. The Conductor's Edition provides comprehensive information for creative rehearsal ideas score interpretation andconcerts. Book 1 singer's edition.

A fantastic fifth collection of original compositions and top notch arrangements of classic tunes by John Edmondson and Anne McGinty for beginning Concert bands and Big bands. A fantastic fifth collection of original compositions and top notch arrangements of classic tunes by John Edmondson and Anne McGinty for beginning Concert bands and Big bands.

One-Minute Sight Singing teaches and reinforces the essentials of solfege-based sight singing without cutting into valuable rehearsal time. The curriculum structured as a collection of one-minute lessons targets students of all ages who are new to sight singing. It also serves as an ideal component to the regular choral warm-up routine for singers of all experience levels. Singers who are new to music reading and theory will appreciate the helpful reminders interspersed before new concepts are introduced in the music. The careful progression of lessons ensures that singers will gain a solid mastery of sight singing movable Do solfege and Curwen hand symbols. One-MinuteSight Singing is uniquely designed with exercises duplicated in both treble and bass clefs. Not only does this help singers learn to read and sight sing in both clefs but directors may also use the unison exercises to help improve tuning and breath support. A great choice for school youth community and church choirs! One-Minute Sight Singing teaches and reinforces the essentials of solfege-based sight singing without cutting into valuable rehearsal time. The curriculum structured as a collection of one-minute lessons targets students of all ages who are new to sight singing. It also serves as an ideal component to the regular choral warm-up routine for singers of all experience levels. Singers who are new to music reading and theory willappreciate the helpful reminders interspersed before new concepts are introduced in the music. The careful progression of lessons ensures that singers will gain a solid mastery of sight singing movable 'Do' solfege and Curwenhand symbols. One-Minute Sight Singing is uniquely designed with exercises duplicated in both treble and bass clefs. Not only does this help singers learn to read and sight sing in both clefs butdirectors may also use the unison exercises to help improve tuning and breath support. A great choice for school youth community and church choirs!

A fantastic fifth collection of original compositions and top notch arrangements of classic tunes by John Edmondson and Anne McGinty for beginning Concert bands and Big bands. A fantastic fifth collection of original compositions and top notch arrangements of classic tunes by John Edmondson and Anne McGinty for beginning Concert bands and Big bands.

A third book of original compositions and appealing arrangements of classic tunes by John Edmondson and Anne McGinty for beginning Concert bands and Big bands.

Teachers Edition-One-Minute Theory teaches the essentials of music theory without cutting into valuable rehearsal time. Its independent learning style makes it the perfect choice for classrooms of mixed levels - first-year students can work on Book One while second-year students are working on Book Two! The Student Edition is structured as a series of one-minute self-explanatory lessons that can be used on their own or as a jumping-off point for teaching theory in the context of performance. Topics covered include major and minor intervals major and minor scales dotted eighth notes sixteenth rests musical terms and - best of all - a chapter devoted to applying what students have learnedto real music! One-Minute Theory teaches the essentials of music theory without cutting into valuable rehearsal time. Its independent learning style makes it the perfect choice for classrooms of mixed levels - first-year students can work onBook One while second-year students are working on Book Two! The Student Edition is structured as a series of one-minute self-explanatory lessons that can be used on their own or as a jumping-off point for teaching theory in thecontext of performance. Topics covered include major and minor intervals major and minor scales dotted eighth notes sixteenth rests musical terms and - best of all - a chapter devoted to applying what students havelearned to real music!

Cello-String Basics – Steps to Success for String Orchestra is a comprehensive and impressive resource for those learning the Cello at grade 3 level and beyond. Written by award-winning authors this book covers the essentials for this level as well as including a wealth of digital and interactive resources. Book 3 for Cello introduces independent instrument tuning then the critical review section prepares students for unfamiliar major and minor keys the chromatic scale and advanced note and rhythm combinations. Students will experience all this before practising a number of vibrato development exercises specifically designed for ensembles. Shade and Woolstenhulme have managed allthis while keeping the content interesting and engaging using technical exercises together with a diverse range of classical and cultural music. The String Basics series is widely-acclaimed for its use of practical activities world music classical themes as well as original compositions. All of these features combine to help students learn the fundamental and advanced tenets of playing a stringed instrument in an orchestra. This book for the Cello contains step-by-step instructions where necessary to make everything as clear as possible as well as full-colour photographs enabling the student to see exactly how it should be done. Not only this but the duets rounds trios and orchestra arrangements enhance the student’s ability to play in a wide variety of settings with different numbers of fellow musicians. As with all books in the String Basics series the Interactive Practice Studio is included which is accessible on any Windows or Mac computer and contains a fun and inspiring mix of biography history photography audio and video to enhance learning. A DVD is also included featuring lessons taught by the authors in a classroom setting making this book perfect for students and teachers alike. String Basics – Steps to Success for String Orchestra is a comprehensive and impressive resource for those learning the Cello at grade 3 level and beyond. Written by award-winning authors this book covers theessentials for this level as well as including a wealth of digital and interactive resources. Book 3 for Cello introduces independent instrument tuning then the critical review section prepares studentsfor unfamiliar major and minor keys the chromatic scale and advanced note and rhythm combinations. Students will experience all this before practising a number of vibrato development exercises specifically designed for ensembles. Shade and Woolstenhulme have managed all this while keeping the content interesting and engaging using technical exercises together with a diverse range of classical and cultural music. The StringBasics series is widely-acclaimed for its use of practical activities world music classical themes as well as original compositions. All of these fe

Halloween Treats is a delightful collection of level 2 holiday pieces that may be used to supplement Bastien Piano Basics or any level 2 piano course. Halloween Treats is a delightful collection of level 2 holiday pieces that may be used to supplement Bastien Piano Basics or any level 2 piano course.

This thorough method gently leads the student step-by-step through basic Piano fundamentals reinforced by related artwork and activities. Multi-key reading is introduced gradually throughout the course. This thorough method gently leads the student step-by-step through basic Piano fundamentals reinforced by related artwork and activities. Multi-key reading is introduced gradually throughout the course.

A comprehensive band method by Bruce Pearson. Includes sections on individual sectional and full band playing. SEE ALSO> ENS A comprehensive band method by Bruce Pearson. Includes sections on individual sectional and full band playing. SEE ALSO> ENS

This well organized method can be used with church or school groups private students or voice classes. Book 1 is written for grade four while Book 2 reviews skills progressing into more difficult sight-singing for advanced high school to University level. This creative step by step approach gives singers the skills needed to sight-sing by themselves away from a piano or other singers. Book 1 is designed for unison or two-part singing while Book 2 contains two-part or three-part. This method introduces rhythms and intervals sequentially and systematically incorporates elements of music such as key signatures and changing time signatures with regular reviews. The TeachersEdition contains all material found in the Vocal Edition plus detailed instructions for each lesson. This well organized method can be used with church or school groups private students or voice classes. Book 1 is written for grade four while Book 2 reviews skills progressing into more difficult sight-singing for advanced highschool to University level. This creative step by step approach gives singers the skills needed to sight-sing by themselves away from a piano or other singers. Book 1 is designed for unison or two-part singing while Book 2contains two-part or three-part. This method introduces rhythms and intervals sequentially and systematically incorporates elements of music such as key signatures and changing time signatures with regular reviews. TheTeachers Edition contains all material found in the Vocal Edition plus detailed instructions for each lesson.

Piano Town: a method for beginning piano students ages six and up. The course of study is divided into five levels with each level having four correlated books: Lessons - the core of Piano Town. Each concept is presented in a consistent reliable format helping the student to focus on new skills and information. Theory - provides page by page support for each concept introduced in Lessons so that theoretical knowledge keeps pace with performance skill. Technic - provides page by page support for the technical skills introduced in Lessons. Each new exercise isolated one element of piano technic giving the student a chance to focus on each specific skill. Performance -offers students an opportunity to apply what they have learned in Lessons. The variety of folk songs familiar tunes original music and classical literature are ideal for use in recitals and festivals. Piano Town: a method for beginning piano students ages six and up. The course of study is divided into five levels with each level having four correlated books: Lessons - the core of Piano Town. Each concept ispresented in a consistent reliable format helping the student to focus on new skills and information. Theory - provides page by page support for each concept introduced in Lessons so that theoretical knowledge keeps pacewith performance skill. Technic - provides page by page support for the technical skills introduced in Lessons. Each new exercise isolated one element of piano technic giving the student a chance to focus on each specificskill. Performance - offers students an opportunity to apply what they have learned in Lessons. The variety of folk songs familiar tunes original music and classical literature are ideal for use in recitals andfestivals.

String Basics : Steps to Success for String Orchestra is a comprehensive method for beginning string classes. Utilizing technical exercises music from around the world classical themes by the masters and original compositions students will learnto play their string instruments in an orchestra. Step-by-step sequences of instruction will prove invaluable as students learn to hold their instrument and bow finger new notes count different rhythms read music notation and more. Clear full-color photographs and fingering chart diagrams introduce playing positions bow hold and bowing and left hand finger patterns. Duets rounds trios and orchestra arrangements develop students ability to play in an ensemble setting right away.Duets are designed to strengthen ear training and establishing good information. Interactive Practice Studio is a unique and trendsetting downloadable resource containing a wealth of supporting biographical historical and cultural information:photos maps artwork audio samples video and more. Its designed with your students in mind. Fun - Inspiring - Motivating. Video Lessons offer students and teachers a comprehensive step-by-step look at concepts taught throughout String Basics.Lessons are taught in a middle school classroom setting by authors Shade and Wolstenhulme. Lessons show special consideration for each instrument and one lesson is specially devoted to shifting for the bass. Theory & Composition offers studentshands-on experiences to better understand what they see and hear by actually learning to notate music and compose simple melodic lines. The Teachers Edition provides successful teaching strategies as they pertain to the material introducedthroughout String Basics. The Strategies are divided into two categories: Performance and Musical Understanding. Through them guidelines and guide- posts assist towards giving students a comprehensive experience in orchestra. Also available toteachers is the Interactive Teachers studio offering even more helpful tips and strategies. String Basics : Steps to Success for String Orchestra is a comprehensive method for beginning string classes. Utilizing technical exercises music from around the world classical themes by the masters andoriginal compositions students will learn to play their string instruments in an orchestra. Step-by-step sequences of instruction will prove invaluable as students learn to hold their instrument and bow finger new notes countdifferent rhythms read music notation and more. Clear full-color photographs and fingering chart diagrams introduce playing positions bow hold and bowing and left hand finger patterns. Duets rounds trios and orchestra arrangements develop student's ability to play in an ensemble setting right away. Duets are designed to strengthen ear training and establishing good information. Interactive Practice Studio is a unique andtrendsetting downloadable resou

Piano Method Book 1-Especially designed for the hands and minds of beginners aged 4-7 years. Especially designed for the hands and minds of beginners aged 4-7 years.

Strategies and solutions for conductors conductors-in-training and voice teachers. This book from Nancy Telfer will give you and your choir a firm and extensive grounding in real-life choral experiences and lots of fun in learning. A useful text that can be useful with beginners or experienced sight-singers who need a review. Strategies and solutions for conductors conductors-in-training and voice teachers. This book from Nancy Telfer will give you and your choir a firm and extensive grounding in real-life choral experiences and lots of fun inlearning. A useful text that can be useful with beginners or experienced sight-singers who need a review.

Gerald Anderson. An excellent complete systematic approach to technical development for students of about one year’s experience through to more advanced levels. For use by full string orchestra string ensembles and individual string players. Develops rhythm technique bowing and intonation. Gerald Anderson. An excellent complete systematic approach to technical development for students of about one year’s experience through to more advanced levels. For use by full string orchestra string ensembles and individualstring players. Develops rhythm technique bowing and intonation.

Accompanying CD to the Bastien Piano Literature Book volume three for the Intermediate Grades compiled and edited by Jane Smisor Bastien. Accompanying CD to the Bastien Piano Literature Book volume three for the Intermediate Grades compiled and edited by Jane Smisor Bastien.

A comprehensive string method arranged for individual or class participation parts for violin viola cello string bass piano accompaniment and full conductor's score. Topics include: Step-by-step tuningprocess Bowing styles Theory Technique Shifting for cello and string bass Major/Minor/Chromatic scales Etudes Solos/Ensembles Vibrato strengthening exercises Detailed photographs and diagrams Special score supplement: Detailed classroom tuning procedures Daily record Guide for teaching dynamics Mid-year motivation articles Vibrato guidelines Bibliography sketches