A Choral Director's Guide : Instrumental Conducting

Choral directors are frequently called upon to conduct various instrumental ensembles, from a few accompanying instruments to a full orchestra. This very practical and straightforward book provides insights and advice to those who haven’t studied instrumental conducting, who may be new to conducting instrumentalists, or those who are looking to hone or enhance their skills. Throughout this book, Michael Kemp explains the most beneficial ways for a choral conductor to hire, work with, and lead instrumentalists. The different approach needed to guide instrumental ensembles of varying skill levels is presented clearly and effectively. Helpful and perceptive accounts fromKemp’s wide-ranging experience as a conductor illuminate the material. Useful sample seating chart of various instrumental combinations are also included. Michael E. Kemp is the author of significant training books for choral directors and voice teachers. His goal is to pass on accessible, scholarly concepts to choir directors to enhance their ensembles. A conductor, choral clinician, author, composer, voice teacher, and violist, he is also the founding conductor of Philadelphia’s Academy Chorale and Orchestra.

Habits of a Successful Middle Level String-Cello : Middle Level String Musician - A Comprehensive Orchestra Curriculum for Years 3, 4 and Beyond

Habits of a Successful Middle Level String Musician is a field-tested musical collection of over 300 sequenced exercises for building fundamentals. Perfect to use with the entire string orchestra or a solo player, this series contains carefully sequenced finger pattern and shifting etudes, tone and articulation warm-ups, sight-reading exercises, rhythm vocabulary studies, chorales, and much more. In one place, this series collects everything an aspiring player needs to build fundamental musicianship skills and then be able to transfer those skills directly into the performance of great literature. Habits of a Successful Middle Level String Musician: Presents a differentiated, sequential, and comprehensive method for developing finger pattern and shifting skills to address the most common problems encountered by intermediate level orchestra students. Organizes tone, rhythm, and articulation patterns into a flexible and sequential series. Creates a method for teaching scales, arpeggios, and thirds that simultaneously accommodates students of different ability levels. Provides chorales for the development of intonation, tone quality, blend, and musicianship. Presents sequenced rhythm vocabulary charts in a format that allows transfer from timing to pitches in a musical context. Includes over ten pages of audition sight-reading exercises in a full- ensemble format that is well planned in scope and sequence. Promotes the idea that students should cross the threshold from the “technical components of playing” to music making. Habits of a Successful Middle Level String Musician is the answer to the very simple question, “What should I be learning during fundamentals time?”

Habits of a Successful Middle Level String-Viola : Middle Level String Musician - A Comprehensive Orchestra Curriculum for Years 3, 4 and Beyond

Habits of a Successful Middle Level String Musician is a field-tested musical collection of over 300 sequenced exercises for building fundamentals. Perfect to use with the entire string orchestra or a solo player, this series contains carefully sequenced finger pattern and shifting etudes, tone and articulation warm-ups, sight-reading exercises, rhythm vocabulary studies, chorales, and much more. In one place, this series collects everything an aspiring player needs to build fundamental musicianship skills and then be able to transfer those skills directly into the performance of great literature. Habits of a Successful Middle Level String Musician: Presents a differentiated, sequential, and comprehensive method for developing finger pattern and shifting skills to address the most common problems encountered by intermediate level orchestra students. Organizes tone, rhythm, and articulation patterns into a flexible and sequential series. Creates a method for teaching scales, arpeggios, and thirds that simultaneously accommodates students of different ability levels. Provides chorales for the development of intonation, tone quality, blend, and musicianship. Presents sequenced rhythm vocabulary charts in a format that allows transfer from timing to pitches in a musical context. Includes over ten pages of audition sight-reading exercises in a full- ensemble format that is well planned in scope and sequence. Promotes the idea that students should cross the threshold from the “technical components of playing” to music making. Habits of a Successful Middle Level String Musician is the answer to the very simple question, “What should I be learning during fundamentals time?”

Habits of a Successful Middle Level String-Violin : Middle Level String Musician - A Comprehensive Orchestra Curriculum for Years 3, 4 and Beyond

Habits of a Successful Middle Level String Musician is a field-tested musical collection of over 300 sequenced exercises for building fundamentals. Perfect to use with the entire string orchestra or a solo player, this series contains carefully sequenced finger pattern and shifting etudes, tone and articulation warm-ups, sight-reading exercises, rhythm vocabulary studies, chorales, and much more. In one place, this series collects everything an aspiring player needs to build fundamental musicianship skills and then be able to transfer those skills directly into the performance of great literature. Habits of a Successful Middle Level String Musician: Presents a differentiated, sequential, and comprehensive method for developing finger pattern and shifting skills to address the most common problems encountered by intermediate level orchestra students. Organizes tone, rhythm, and articulation patterns into a flexible and sequential series. Creates a method for teaching scales, arpeggios, and thirds that simultaneously accommodates students of different ability levels. Provides chorales for the development of intonation, tone quality, blend, and musicianship. Presents sequenced rhythm vocabulary charts in a format that allows transfer from timing to pitches in a musical context. Includes over ten pages of audition sight-reading exercises in a full- ensemble format that is well planned in scope and sequence. Promotes the idea that students should cross the threshold from the “technical components of playing” to music making. Habits of a Successful Middle Level String Musician is the answer to the very simple question, “What should I be learning during fundamentals time?”

Habits of a Successful Middle Level String-Bass : Middle Level String Musician - A Comprehensive Orchestra Curriculum for Years 3, 4 and Beyond

Habits of a Successful Middle Level String Musician is a field-tested musical collection of over 300 sequenced exercises for building fundamentals. Perfect to use with the entire string orchestra or a solo player, this series contains carefully sequenced finger pattern and shifting etudes, tone and articulation warm-ups, sight-reading exercises, rhythm vocabulary studies, chorales, and much more. In one place, this series collects everything an aspiring player needs to build fundamental musicianship skills and then be able to transfer those skills directly into the performance of great literature. Habits of a Successful Middle Level String Musician: Presents a differentiated, sequential, and comprehensive method for developing finger pattern and shifting skills to address the most common problems encountered by intermediate level orchestra students. Organizes tone, rhythm, and articulation patterns into a flexible and sequential series. Creates a method for teaching scales, arpeggios, and thirds that simultaneously accommodates students of different ability levels. Provides chorales for the development of intonation, tone quality, blend, and musicianship. Presents sequenced rhythm vocabulary charts in a format that allows transfer from timing to pitches in a musical context. Includes over ten pages of audition sight-reading exercises in a full- ensemble format that is well planned in scope and sequence. Promotes the idea that students should cross the threshold from the “technical components of playing” to music making. Habits of a Successful Middle Level String Musician is the answer to the very simple question, “What should I be learning during fundamentals time?”

A Singer's Epiphany : Faith, Music and Mortality

Lynn Eustis is a brain tumor survivor and faculty member at Boston University, where she teaches voice. She is the author of The Singer’s Ego: Finding Balance between Music and Life and The Teacher’s Ego: When Singers Become Voice Teachers. A native of Long Island, New York, she lives in Boston with her two cats.

Habits of a Successful Orchestra Director

Christopher Selby and his team have created a resource that is rich with practical strategies for developing a successful orchestra program. This book will inspire young and veteran orchestra directors looking for fresh ideas about teaching orchestrastudents of all ages to: -Perform with refined intonation, expressive musicianship, and a beautiful tone, - Develop advanced performance technique, rhythmic precision, and ensemble skills, - Sight-read better, rehearse more efficiently in class, andpractice better at home, - Become orchestra leaders and take greater pride and ownership in your ensemble.Additional sections address rehearsal strategies, classroom policies, long-range planning, assessment, tips for building an orchestra program, and suggestions for communicating with parents and principals to better support the orchestra.

The Complete Choral Warm-Up Sequences : A Companion to the Choral Warm-Up

The Complete Choral Warm-Up Sequences represents the first truly pedagogically sequenced collection of choral warm-ups in print and the culmination of work begun three decades ago by Frauke Haaseman and James Jordan. The goal of these twenty sequenced choral warm-ups is to build vocal technique and enduring musical skill in ensembles, regardless of age or experience. By synthesizing the most essential elements of the best-selling book The Choral Warm-Up, authors James Jordan and Jesse Borower assemble a practical and easy-to-use resource for conductors and teachers. The warm-up sequences provide a daily “diet” of vocal technique development based onthe latest research in voice science coupled with exercises to develop intonation and audiation according to the principles of Edwin E. Gordon’s Music Learning Theory. This package includes a book for conductors, a book for accompanists, and links to important online audio and video downloads. Written in an easy-to-use format for choral conductors, this valuable resource is a rich collection of cutting-edge pedagogy and the latest in voice science.

Navigating Music Learning Theory : A Guide for General Music Teachers

Edwin E. Gordon is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the field of music education, and his groundbreaking Music Learning Theory (MLT) remains one of the most significant and effective approaches to teaching music skills and content to students. Navigating Music Learning Theory, by author and educator Jill Reese, is an accessible and practical guide for general music teachers interested in incorporating the innovative concepts and ideas of Music Learning Theory in their own instruction. The book is divided into three parts. In the first part, Reese provides an overview of the core pedagogical principles of Music Learning Theory, including a breakdown of its foundational Skill Learning Sequence. The second and third parts take a detailed look at Learning Sequence Activities (the tonal and rhythm patterns used to teach skills and content) and Classroom Activities (applying skills and content to songs, chants, and recordings). Central to this resource are over one hundred pages of scripted lesson plans designed to guide teachers in presenting tonal patterns, rhythm patterns, songs, and chants with efficient and pedagogically sound language. The scripted materials are intentionally flexible, allowing teachers to use them as written or to modify them for their unique teaching context. In keeping with Edwin Gordon’s ideas, Reese emphasizes the importance of balancing class instruction with individualized instruction and provides a number of tools and opportunities for assessment and tracking toward individual differences between students. Regardless of a teacher’s experience or familiarity with Edwin Gordon’s ideas, Navigating Music Learning Theory is certain to help any teacher design and implement a robust music curriculum with engaging lessons that will maximize the musical potential of each student.

A Teaching Music through Performance in Band : 20th Anniversary Edition

Edward S. Lisk’s twenty years of contributions to the critically acclaimed Teaching Music through Performance in Band series are collected in this milestone volume, revealing his keen knowledge of the concepts, methodology, and instructional techniques required to draw the beauty of musical expression out of students. Tested throughout a fifty-year career in music, Lisk—an internationally recognized clinician, conductor, and author—understands the “life priorities” hidden in music study, such as Beauty, Compassion, Tolerance, Self-Esteem, Cooperation, and Respect. In this milestone volume, he elucidates the way to teach them. Included are chapters on “Building a Sound Rehearsal”(Volume 1), “Beyond the Page: The Natural Laws of Musical Expression” (Volume 4), “Imagination and Creativity: A Prelude to Musical Expression” (Volume 7), and “Shaping Ensemble Sonority” (Volume 9), along with much more. Readers of this volume will come away with knowledge, inspiration, and practical advice on how to continually grow and educate themselves and their students as musicians able to share the beauty of music on the highest level.

A New Heaven A New Earth

There's a Little Wheel a-Turnin'

A Teaching Music through Performance in Band : 20th Anniversary Edition

Ray Cramer’s contribution to the distinguished Teaching Music through Performance in Band series is but one of the ways he has advanced the art of band music and performance. Under his leadership as Director of Bands at the Indiana University School of Music, the IU Wind Ensemble earned an international reputation for outstanding musical performances—only one of his many and varied accomplishments. Now, Cramer’s ten chapters on the teaching of music throughout the Teaching Music series are collected in one volume, making this a treasure-trove of practical advice and inspiration. Step by step, he shares the methodology of selecting appropriate literature (Volume 1)— includingthe importance of performing music of multicultural diversity (Volume 2)—using the director’s personality to successfully engage the band (Volume 3), and the nuts and bolts of developing beautiful ensemble tone (Volume 6), along with practical advice regarding making a difference (Volume 4), the road to inspired teaching (Volume 8), and relentlessly pursuing excellence as a music educator (Volume 10). Cramer’s profound love for music and the students he helps make music has been an inspiration to readers of the Teaching Music through Performance in Band series for 20 years. This collection of essays from one of the preeminent bandmasters of our time will inspire and enlighten you on your journey to become the best music educator you can be.

A Teaching Music through Performance in Band : 20th Anniversary Edition

For thirty-five years, Tim Lautzenheiser—a nationally recognized advocate for the importance of leadership development and music education—has inspired thousands through his insightful workshops and lectures. And for twenty years, he has compiled his wisdom in each volume of the celebrated Teaching Music through Performance in Band series. This new edition compiles all ten of Lautzenheiser’s thoughtful and practical chapters into one convenient and indispensible volume. Included are chapters on “Successful Music Advocacy” (Volume 2), “The Selection and Development of Effective Student Leaders” (Volume 4), “The Cornerstones for Program Success” (Volume 7), and much more.Ultimately, the wisdom of these chapters will help music educators stay fresh and focused to inspire and engage their students. Learn from a seasoned music educator who has enlightened more than three million students and their teachers. As Lautzenheiser says in the new Introduction to this volume: Let the music begin!

Processional Psalm for a Festive Occasion, A

A Sign

A Lullaby

A Blessing

A Star

A Teaching Music through Performance in Band : Discoveries, Inventions, and Designs in the Knowhere! 20th Anniversary Edition

For twenty years, Eugene Corporon, renowned conductor, recording artist, and music educator, has shown generations of band directors not only how to transform the performance of individual ensemble members and the sound of an ensemble, but also how the participants and audience listen to and perceive a musical work. Now, Corporon’s celebrated insights published in each edition of the iconic Teaching Music through Performance in Band series are collected in a single volume, making Explorations, Discoveries, Inventions, and Designs in the Know Where a must-have resource for music educators who want to grow their skills as teacher, communicator, musician, and inspirationto students. Included are chapters on “Making an Emotional Connection” (Volume 3), “Historical Highlights of the Wind Band” (Volumes 6 and 7), “Principles for Achievement, Enhancing Musicianship, and Valued Colleagues” (Volume 8), and much more. Corporon’s complete discography—updated for this volume—is included, as well as a chronological listing of his doctoral and master’s students, and an invaluable bibliography. Of special note is the inclusion of his chapter in the forthcoming Volume 11 of the iconic Teaching Music through Performance in Band series.

There Is a Flow'r Sprung of a Tree

Jesus Is a Rock in a Weary Land

Music Moves for Piano: Keyboard Games, Book A : Keyboard Games for Beginners - Book A

Lekfull pianoinlärning för nybörjare – främjar musikalitet och kreativitet Keyboard Games Book A är den första delen i den hyllade Music Moves for Piano-serien, utvecklad av Marilyn Lowe i samarbete med Edwin E. Gordon. Boken är avsedd för barn från 4 år och uppåt och erbjuder en lekfull och kreativ metod för pianoundervisning, med fokus på musikalisk förståelse och glädje. Huvudfunktioner: Audiation-baserad inlärning: Eleverna utvecklar förmågan att "tänka musik" genom sång, rytm och rörelse, vilket förbättrar deras musikaliska förståelse. Engagerande aktiviteter: En kombination av sång, klapp, rörelse och improvisation gör inlärningen rolig och interaktiv. Kreativt uttryck: Uppmuntrar eleverna att improvisera och skapa egna musikaliska berättelser, vilket främjar kreativitet. Helhetssyn: Fokus på hela kroppen och klaviaturen för att utveckla en naturlig spelteknik och musikalitet. Innehåll: Boken innehåller 34 korta pianostycken och sånger, inklusive: The Woodpecker The Apple and the Worm Silly Silly London Bridge Donkey Ride The Jack O’ Lantern Jumping Beans Floating Clouds Looby Lou The Turtle. The Rabbit. Climbing the Mountain Circles Old MacDonald The Waterfall Snowflakes Row, Row, Row Your Boat Bike Ride The Race Car If You’re Happy and You Know It Stuck The Green Caterpillar T-Rex The Merry-Go-Round The Farmer in the Dell The Whale Shark Holiday Bells Raindrops Turkey Gobbler Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star Original Composition Dessa stycken är utformade för att introducera barn till olika rytmer och toner på ett lekfullt sätt samtidigt som de utvecklar sina tekniska färdigheter. Målgrupp: Barn från 4 år och uppåt Nybörjare utan tidigare pianovana Musikpedagoger och föräldrar som söker en kreativ och engagerande metod för pianoundervisning

Like a Whisper in the Heart : A Christmas Song

A Radiant Light