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THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS GIFT FOR BIG MUSIC FANS AND LITTLE PUNKS.
What are the greatest rock songs of all time? Who are the most
famous musical legends? How can you become a rock star? From the
rip-roaring rock and roll rhythms of the 1950s to the psychedelic
anthems of the 21st century, discover the music that has moved our
feet, touched our souls and mended broken hearts. Explore musical
icons, their incredible stories, their chart-topping hits and the
artistic movements influenced by the creative explosion of rock.
Whether you're bonkers for Bowie, obsessed with Otis, mad about
Mumford & Sons, passionate about Patti or crazy about Kurt,
this is the perfect book for big fans, little punks and anyone who
wants to learn what it really takes to be a rock star.
Learn to play the cello with popular pieces - lessons and sheet
music for beginners The Abracadabra approach to learning through
songs and tunes has set countless beginners on a clear path of
progress and enjoyment with their chosen instrument. Now in its
third edition, features include: * Technique carefully graded in 20
learning steps * Clear fingering and bowing diagrams * Concise
theory explanations * Enough flexibility to suit individual
teaching approaches * Duet accompaniments, trios and rounds
throughout * Can be used alongside the companion tutors for violin,
viola and double bass * Two CDs of performance and backing tracks,
with selected orchestral backings
"The wheels on the bus go round and round..." Everyone knows the
song. But now the bus is going around beautiful New Zealand and its
passengers you just might know: kiwi, penguin, tuatara, fantail and
many more. Come along for the ride! For pre-schoolers.
Just For Kids... The Princess Piano Book is carefully selected,
edited, graded and fingered for Pre-Grade 1 piano by Sarah Walker,
broadcaster, pianist and teacher. The music is complemented with
stunning cartoon illustrations, puzzles and games which will
capture the imagination, and help reinforce learning by making
playing the piano great fun. This book features princess-themed
favourites, including The Beauty And The Beast,
Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo!, Some Day My Prince Will Come, as well as some
terrific new princess pieces.
Young children can discover the magic of the orchestra with this
sound book. Each page has an embedded button to press to hear
instruments from brass to drums, as well as the whole orchestra
playing together. There are snippets of information about each
instrument and a QR link to listen to the complete piece of music
online.
A collection of all the favourite classic carols, specially
arranged for children to sing. Vocal ranges are carefully chosen to
suit young voices, and the piano accompaniments lend firm support
while being very easy to play. Now in a beautifully illustrated new
edition with CD of all the accompaniments. Sing Nowell contains a
collection of all the favourite classic Christmas carols, specially
arranged for children to sing. Vocal ranges are carefully chosen to
suit young voices, and the piano accompaniments lend firm support
while being very easy to play. Sing Nowell is now available as a
beautifully illustrated new edition with a double CD insert of
performances and backing tracks. Christmas songs include: Once in
Royal David's City, Angels from the realms of glory, In the bleak
midwinter, O come all ye faithful, and thirty more carols which
have become an inseparable part of the essence of Christmas.
Whiteboard displays available separately.
Gospel music explained for children with stunning pictures and
historical context. This award-winning picture book invites
children along to dance to the rhythm of swing at the Savoy in
Harlem, to rejoice to the rhythm of gospel from a church pew on a
Sunday morning, and more. Each stunning spread - including art,
poetic text, a description of the music style, and a time line of
selected historical events - encompasses the spirit of the times
and the strength of the communities where the music was born.
Toyomi Igus's lyrical text, matched with artist Michele Wood's
daring vision, captures the feel of each style of music and pays
tribute to the musicians who gave the music life.
The SEND Code of Practice (2015) has reinforced the requirement
that all teachers must meet the needs of all learners. This topical
book provides practical, tried and tested strategies and resources
that will support teachers in making music lessons accessible and
exciting for all pupils, including those with special needs. The
authors draw on a wealth of experience to share their understanding
of special educational needs and disabilities and show how the
music teacher can reduce or remove any barriers to learning.
Offering strategies that are specific to the context of music
teaching, this book will enable teachers to: ensure all pupils are
able to enjoy and appreciate music; find the appropriate musical
instruments to suit the individual learner; develop approaches for
teaching composition in mixed ability classrooms; provide
opportunities for different types of performance; adapt content,
approaches and resources for pupils with a wide range of learning
needs. An invaluable tool for continuing professional development,
this text will be essential for teachers (and their teaching
assistants) seeking guidance specific to teaching music to all
pupils, regardless of their individual needs. This book will also
be of interest to SENCOs, senior management teams and ITT
providers. In addition to free online resources, a range of
appendices provides music teachers with lesson case studies,
behaviour plans and guidance on behaviour management and effective
teaching. This is an essential tool for music teachers and teaching
assistants, and will help to deliver successful inclusive lessons
for all pupils.
Music Education in Your Hands is a textbook for the introductory
course in Music Education. Written for future classroom music
teachers, the book provides an overview of the music education
system, illuminating the many topics that music educators need to
know, including technology, teaching methods, curricular evolution,
legislation, and a range of societal needs from cultural diversity
to evolving tastes in music. It encompasses a broad picture of the
profession, and how the future of music education rests in the
hands of today s student teachers as they learn how to become
advocates for music in our schools.
FEATURES
- A balance of sound historical foundations with recent research
and thinking;
- Coursework that is appropriate in level and length for a one
semester introductory course;
- Actual dialogue between undergraduate music education majors
and teachers, illustrating pertinent issues teachers must
face;
- An emphasis on opportunities in the greater community beyond
the walls of the school that music teachers should be familiar
with;
- Suggested topics for activities and critical thinking for every
chapter;
- A companion web site including student and instructor
resources
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Updated editions to the bestselling series. They have been
completely redesigned in colour. Includes improved backing tracks
(on the CD editions) and new songs have been added. The prices
remain the same as the classic original editions. John Pitt's
hugely successful Recorder from the Beginning teaching scheme has a
straightforward, easy-to-follow approach with attractive
collections of well-known and original tunes. The beginner books
are specially written for 7-11 year olds. The additional graded
repertoire and ensemble books will appeal to players of all ages.
No previous knowledge of the recorder or music is needed in order
to begin playing with this specially written recorder course - it's
all covered in the books. Pupil book and CD edition provides
demonstration tracks and interesting accompaniments to help
encourage practice and performance.
Parents and carers of young children will find a relaxing dayful of
gentle play for babies and toddlers in this full colour picture
songbook. Eight double-spread pictures tell baby's day from start
to finish - waking, dressing, going out, in the park, bathtime,
massage and bedtime. Parents and carers of young children will find
a relaxing dayful of gentle play for babies and toddlers in this
full colour picture songbook. Eight double-spread pictures tell
baby's day from start to finish - waking, dressing, going out, in
the park, bathtime, massage and bedtime. Interleaved are songs and
rhymes for each stage of the day, all with actions for interactive
fun, relaxation and lullaby. The CD is performed by international
folk artists, Sandra Kerr, Leon Rosselson and Janet Russell. All
the instruments and sounds are acoustic (non-electronic) - soothing
listening for everyone.
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