(Music Sales America). A series of three volumes containing the very best of Spanish guitar music. Over 50 traditional pieces by Bartolome Calatayud, graded from simple to advanced throughout the book.

In today's multi-ethnic classroom, multiculturalism plays an increasingly vital role. What it is, how it developed, and what it means for education, especially music education, are the questions that form the essence of this book. Music, Education, and Multiculturalism traces the growth and development of multicultural music education in the United States from its start in the early 1900s to the present, and describes the state of multicultural music education internationally.
Beginning with a discussion of the philosophical foundations surrounding multiculturalism, Part I addresses the various definitions of multiculturalism and its associated problems and possibilities in both education at large and music education in particular. It offers a succinct discussion of the various philosophical concepts and rationales for a multicultural approach, and concludes with current thoughts and applications in music education. Part II follows multicultural music education in the U.S. as it paralleled changes in general education brought about by social and historical events. The last chapter in this section outlines multiculturalism in music education around the world. Part III focuses on the implications of multiculturalism for music education, both in teacher training and in classroom instruction.
Designed to assist music educators at all levels in understanding and implementing multicultural education, Music, Education, and Multiculturalism provides suggestions for curricular development, offers teaching strategies, and provides practical applications including materials and methodologies. Combining personal narrative and oral history with the support of primary and archivaldocuments, this text is essential reading for all students and teachers of the history and foundations of music education and of multiculturalism in general education.

The Jazz Itineraries series, a new format based on Ken Vail's successful Jazz Diaries, charts the careers of famous jazz musicians, listing club and concert appearances with details of recording sessions and movie appearances. Copiously illustrated with contemporary photographs, newspaper extracts, record and performance reviews, ads and posters, the series provides a fascinating insight into the lives of the greatest jazz musicians of our times. No.1 in the series, Dizzy Gillespie: The Bebop Years 1937d1952, chronicles Dizzy_s life from his early struggles, through the birth of bebop, the demise of his first big band, up to his departure for France in 1952.

The songs and pieces in the book were selected from the author's work with young people over a period of more than fifty years, from kindergarten to high school. They are not intended so much for the specialized Waldorf music lesson, but mainly for all of those times when five or ten minutes of making music can bring a joyful element into the classroom and the home, as well as to subjects as diverse as mythology and mathematics. Includes CD with 69 songs sung by Peter Patterson

Every title in this series is packed full of interesting facts and amazing photographs and illustrations. Each chapter is short so even the most reluctant reader won't be daunted by the amount of text.

Giving pupils the inspiration and support they need at 11-14. The Opus Pupil Books form part of the new Opus music scheme for 11-14 year olds. Opus fulfils a recognized need for music resources at this level, giving pupils and teachers thorough support for the curriculum whilst providing an engaging environment for pupils? learning. There is an Opus Pupil Book for each of the three years covered by this scheme. The scheme develops pupils confidence - carefully differentiated activities build composing, performing and listening skills. It has a pupil-friendly approach ? clearly written learning objectives show children what they?re learning and why they?re learning it and it enriches pupils learning with opportunities to explore rhythm, pitch, structure and texture of music through a variety of musical genres.

The Opus Pupil Books form part of the new Opus music scheme for 11-14 year olds. Opus fulfils a recognized need for music resources at this level, giving pupils and teachers thorough support for the curriculum whilst providing an engaging environment for pupils? learning. There is an Opus Pupil Book for each of the three years covered by this scheme. The scheme develops pupils confidence - carefully differentiated activities build composing, performing and listening skills. The scheme has a pupil-friendly approach ? clearly written learning objectives show children what they?re learning and why they?re learning it. The scheme enriches pupils learning with opportunities to explore rhythm, pitch, structure and texture of music through a variety of musical genres.

The songs have been carefully chosen to provide students with the best opportunity to show off their instrument and skills, with a broad range of artists and styles to choose from. The book has been compiled by an experienced instrumental teacher/examiner, and overseen by our Series Editor Andrew Coxon, who is a senior GCSE examiner and an experienced classroom teacher. This book for Guitar: is suitable for all exam boards contains ten songs with a range of difficulty appropriate for GCSE level is accompanied by a CD of professionally recorded backing tracks It includes songs by: The Beatles Franz Ferdinand Oasis Foo Fighters The Who AC/DC Eric Clapton Ram Jam Rodrigo y Gabriela Steely Dan

The brand-new snowy, festive, feel-good, rom-com from bestselling Beth Garrod, perfect for fans of To All The Boys I've Loved Before and The Kissing Booth. Molly hates Christmas. And it's not even her fault. Her mum and dad had the biggest ever Christmas single when she was a child, complete with video evidence of Molly in a hideous Christmas costume joyfully singing the mortifying last line that EVERYBODY knows. Molly has spent her life trying to play it down but then the song is used in the hottest new Christmas film. It's only November and it's already EVERYWHERE. And when Molly meets a cute guy at the premier, how can she stop him from working out who she is? But Molly isn't the only one hiding her real identity... will her Christmas romance turn out to have a Hollywood ending? Perfect for fans of cosy Christmas movies like The Holiday and Last Christmas. A heart-warming and humorous story to cuddle up with this Christmas Beth Garrod is the bestselling author of the Super Awkward series and All I Want for Christmas.

Comprising a Teacher's Book, Student Handbook and Ensemble Repertoire (which comes with a CD-ROM of backing tracks and additional parts), the series is suitable for all exam boards and features eight contemporary and classic tracks. This Student Handbook offers: - Fascinating background and context to the artists and songs - Accessible analysis of the musical elements and techniques exemplified through the eight familiar songs, with relevance to your GCSE studies - Expert performance notes for rock-band players to help you achieve your potential in performance, with additional information video demonstrations and suggested further reading/listening on www.rhinegoldeducation.co.uk/rygm

The songs have been carefully chosen to provide students with the best opportunity to show off their instrument and skills, with a broad range of artists and styles to choose from. The book has been compiled by an experienced instrumental teacher/examiner, and overseen by our Series Editor Andrew Coxon, who is a senior GCSE examiner and an experienced classroom teacher. This book for Piano is: suitable for all exam boards contains ten songs with a range of difficulty appropriate for GCSE level accompanied by a CD of professionally recorded backing tracks It includes songs by: OneRepublic Tears for Fears Maroon 5 The Beatles Elton John Abba Vanessa Carlton Marc Cohen Beyonce

Rap, R&B and Drake. A heady, thought provoking mixture from a genius on the rise who has it all going on. But behind the talent is the person who is very much the man when it counts. Read all about this superstar's rise to stardom, his dedication to family, and the adult way in which he deals with the world.

World Music Pedagogy, Volume I: Early Childhood Education is a resource for music educators to explore the intersection of early childhood music pedagogy and music in cultural contexts across the world. Focusing on the musical lives of children in preschool, kindergarten, and grade 1 (ages birth to 7 years), this volume provides an overview of age-appropriate world music teaching and learning encounters that include informal versus formal teaching approaches and a selection of musical learning aids and materials. It implements multimodal approaches encompassing singing, listening, movement, storytelling, and instrumental performance. As young children are enculturated into their first family and neighborhood environments, they can also grow into ever-widening concentric circles of cultural communities through child-centered encounters in music and the related arts, which can serve as a vehicle for children to know themselves and others more deeply. Centered around playful engagement and principles of informal instruction, the chapters reveal techniques and strategies for developing a child's musical and cultural knowledge and skills, with attention to music's place in the development of young children. This volume explores children's perspectives and capacities through meaningful (and fun!) engagement with music.

This book provides concise, practical answers to the questions parents have about music study for their children. Written by nationally recognized music educators, Sound Choices offers information and advice about a large and varied number of issues -- when and how to begin music study, how to find a good teacher, what to expect at various stages of study, recommended lists of books, CDs, videos, etc. -- enabling parents to make informed decisions about music training for their children.

Adopting a fresh approach to the assumptions and concepts which underlie musical learning, Taking a Learner-Centred Approach to Music Education provides comprehensive guidance on professional and pedagogical aspects of learner-centred practice. This essential companion offers a pedagogy which is at once informed by theoretical understandings, and is underpinned by experience, practical examples, case studies and self-reflection. Initial chapters explore the theoretical dimensions of learner-centred music education, touching on aspects including collaborative learning, the learning environment and pedagogical sensitivity. Latter chapters delve deeper into the practical application of these teaching strategies and methods. The book invites its reader to reflect on topics including: music, emotions and interaction the voice and body as instruments making music visible and tangible improvising and learning music with instruments working with groups in creative activities the music pedagogue as a sensitive and creative instrument. Taking a Learner-Centred Approach to Music Education will deepen understanding, facilitate reflection and inspire new approaches to teaching in the field of music. It is essential reading for current and future practitioners involved in music education, early childhood music practice, community music, music therapy and special needs education.

The book covers eight different world-music styles, from calypso and samba to Javanese gamelan and west African music. Each chapter presents succinct background and contextual information; a breakdown of the characteristic features of the style; an analysis of a typical piece; suggestions for composing and performing projects; and advice on where to find further supporting resources. Each of these chapters is accompanied by a YouTube playlist that pulls together musicians and pieces which exemplify the style. There is also a brief discussion of some of the most important issues in world music, which will enable you to teach it with confidence.

Simplified arrangements of 35 favorites: Alive, Alive * Arky, Arky * Deep and Wide * Do Lord * Down in My Heart * Father Abraham * I've Got Peace like a River * I'll Be a Sunbeam * Jesus Loves Me * Jesus Loves the Little Children * Kum Ba Yah * This Little Light of Mine * When the Saints Go Marching In * more!

169 all-time favorite songs for children, including nursery rhymes, campfire songs and folk tunes, plus traditional games and activities all gathered together in one great collection. Songs include: Simple Simon * Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep * Blowing Bubbles * Frere Jacques * Doctor Foster * Now the Day Is Over * Hush, Little Baby * What Are Little Boys Made Of? * All the Pretty Little Horses * There Was a Crooked Man and Three Little Kittens * plus many more

The Music Handbook Level 2 builds on the skills the children learned at Level 1, while still supporting the teacher every step of the way. * 30 clear, structured and sequenced lesson plans * Builds on the work begun at Beginner's level and Level 1 * Includes two new rhymes and 8 new songs as well as lots of old favourites * Reinforces the children's knowledge of pitch names and handsigns and introduces lots of new rhythms * Resources section with songs, rhymes, actions and games * Templates for puppets and rhythm activities * The Handbook has 208 pages and includes seven CDs with all teaching and song tracks * Suitable for children aged 6-9 who have completed Level 1