This book takes the reader on the journey of punk rocker Gary Llama's teenage years, as singer and guitarist of the punk band 500$Fine. From playing shows at age 14, to writing and recording their own music, to becoming active in the Richmond, Virginia punk and activist scenes, this book tells a tale of kids trying to make a positive impact on the world, while being challenged at every step. Then when a tragic death occurs, trying to honour their friend's life. This book takes the reader through a story of pursuing your dreams, fighting for what you believe in, and ultimately, trying to process the life and death of a kid's best friend.
Are you a Belieber? Step inside the Justin Bieber museum exhibit in Stratford with Justin Bieber: Steps to Stardom. This visual journey through the exhibit and the life of Justin Bieber tells the story of his rise from busking on the steps of local theatres to performing at the largest and most well-known venues in the world.This book brings the museum to you, featuring 100 colour photos of some of the most iconic exhibit items, along with exclusive insights from Stratford Perth Museum general manager John Kastner. Read the never-before-revealed tales of the treasured display items, the story behind the creation of the exhibit itself, and the journeys of fans who have travelled from all over the globe to visit this homage to an icon. Justin Bieber: Steps to Stardom is a must-have collector's item for Beliebers all over the world.
Best Start Music Lessons Book 2 builds on the skills and knowledge learned in Book 1. There are 24 new songs to learn using notes B, A, G, F, E, C and D, as well as games and activities which support learning and develop a "whole" musician. Aural, theory, composition, improvisation, breathing, and technical exercises are included as a regular part of each lesson.Best Start Music Lessons introduce foundational musical concepts and skills to the young beginner starting on recorder, fife or flute. As well as developing musical skills and competencies, these lessons aim to foster a love of music and music making.Best Start Music Lessons are a comprehensive system of learning in which the students are truly engaged, ensuring that musical concepts are thoroughly understood, developing a solid foundation of key skills, and providing the best musical start possible.Best Start Music Lessons are ideal for instrumental music teachers. Beautifully presented lessons provide teachers with clear and engaging lesson plans that make teaching easy and learning fun. Until now children have not typically been taught woodwind instruments until around age eight. Best Start Music Lessons allows children to start learning music and learning a woodwind instrument from age four. Originally developed for children aged 4 to 7 years, it is also a great resource for older students who may progress through the books faster, while still developing a strong musical foundation.Features include: Engaging and interactive - many different activities including writing, drawing, colouring, movement, improvisation Structured lessons provide a familiar routine Suitable for individual or group tuition Activities suitable for classroom use Clear format - easy for teachers to teach and easy for parents to reinforce learning at homeThe skills developed in this book are readily transferable to other instruments, making the transition to new instruments and school band programs easy.Best Start Music Lessons emphasizes the development of strong aural and rhythmic skills. The methodologies of Kodaly, Orff and Dalcroze have provided inspiration for many of the activities. Inspiration has also been drawn from the works of author, educator and composer, Paul Harris. A list of further reading is provided on the Best Start Music website: www.beststartmusic.com.Best Start Music Lessons aim to empower children by giving them the tools and skills to decode and analyze music easily.
Accelerate your intermediate students' learning with Thinking Theory Book Three! This book covers time signatures, note values, intervals, markings, scales and more; with plenty of review to reinforce these important concepts.This book is designed with the student in mind. All concepts are revisited in different ways throughout the book, and the flashcard games provide a fun way to reinforce learning. Students can start in any book, there is no need to go back to Thinking Theory Book Two if your student is already at a late intermediate level.CONCEPTS COVERED Note Values: Semiquaver, Quaver, Dotted Quaver, Quaver Triplet, Crotchet, Dotted Crotchet, Minim, Dotted Minim & Semibreve (USA terms are used in the USA version) Rest Values: Semiquaver, Quaver, Crotchet, Minim & Semibreve (USA terms are used in the USA version) Time Signatures: 2:4, 3:4, 4:4 2:2, 3:2, 4:2 & 3:8 Landmark Notes: Low C, Bass C, Bass F, Middle C, Treble G, Treble C & High C Note Stem Rules Grouping Semiquavers, Quavers & Rests (USA terms are used in the USA version) Dynamics: Pianissimo, Piano, Mezzo Piano, Mezzo Forte, Forte, Fortissimo, Crescendo, Decrescendo, Diminuendo, Sempre Forte, Sempre Piano & Forte Piano Tempo Marks: Poco Ritenuto, Poco Ritardando, Poco Rallentando, Ritenuto, Ritardando, Rallentando, Accelerando, A Tempo, Con Moto, Meno Mosso, Più Mosso, Presto, Vivace, Allegro, Allegretto, Moderato, Alla Marcia, Andante, Larghetto, Largo, Lento & Adagio Expression Marks: Giocoso, Maestoso, Espressivo, Dolce, Grazioso & Cantabile Markings/Symbols: Pedal, Accidentals, Staccato, Slurs, Repeat Marks, Fermata, Accent, Strong Accent, Stress, 1st and 2nd Endings, 8va & 8vb Solfa: Low So, Low La, Low Ti, Do, Re, Mi, Fa, So, La & High Do Scales: A Minor, E Minor, D Minor, C Major, G Major, D Major, F Major & B Major Triads: A Minor, E Minor, D Minor, C Major, G Major, D Major, F Major & B Major Intervals in the Major Scale Tones, Semitones & EnharmonicsWHAT IS THINKING THEORY? Thinking Theory is a series of music theory workbooks, designed to accelerate learning while providing plenty of reinforcement of each concept. All concepts are presented in a clear and concise way and page layouts are clean and consistent. No topic is introduced without being revisited several times later in the book. Thinking Theory is designed so you can start anywhere in the series. Concepts are not left out of later books, just covered more quickly. The flashcard games provide a unique way to learn away from the page, and make learning and teaching more secure and more fun. The "Level Up!" tests at the end of each chapter and book allow you to evaluate student learning and plan their next step. The Thinking Theory Plus books provide a lateral move for students who had finished one book but are not quite ready for the next. Singing with solfa (moveable do) is integrated into the theory books. Solfa helps students with ear training, transposing, sight reading and composition.
Accelerate your early intermediate students' learning with the Thinking Theory Book Two! This book covers basic time signatures, note values, note names, markings, and scales; with plenty of review to reinforce these essential concepts.This book is designed with the student in mind. All concepts are revisited in different ways throughout the book, and the flashcard games provide a fun way to reinforce learning. Students can start in any book, there is no need to go back to Thinking Theory Book One if your student is already at an intermediate level.Thinking Theory avoids giving students "busywork" and keeps layouts clean. If a student does need extra review after finishing this book they can move to Book Two Plus for lateral work to really cement the concepts.CONCEPTS COVERED Note Values: Semiquaver, Quaver, Dotted Quaver, Crotchet, Dotted Crotchet, Minim, Dotted Minim & Semibreve (USA terms are used in the USA version) Rest Values: Semiquaver, Quaver, Crotchet, Minim & Semibreve (USA terms are used in the USA version) Time Signatures: 2:4, 3:4 & 4:4 Landmark Notes: Low C, Bass C, Bass F, Middle C, Treble G, Treble C & High C Note stem rules Grouping Semiquavers, Quavers & Rests in Simple Time (USA terms are used in the USA version) Dynamics: Pianissimo, Piano, Mezzo Piano, Mezzo Forte, Forte, Fortissimo, Crescendo & Diminuendo Tempo Marks: Ritenuto, Ritardando, Rallentando, Allegro, Allegretto, Moderato, Andante Expression Marks: Dolce, Grazioso & Cantabile Markings/Symbols: Accidentals, Staccato, Slurs, Repeat Marks, Fermata, Accent, Stress, 1st and 2nd Endings, 8va & 8vb Solfa: Do, Re, Mi, Fa, So, La & Ti Scales: C Major, G Major, D Major & F Major Triads: C Major, G Major, D Major & F Major Tones, Semitones & Enharmonics (USA terms are used in the USA version)WHAT IS THINKING THEORY? Thinking Theory is a series of music theory workbooks, designed to accelerate learning while providing plenty of reinforcement of each concept. All concepts are presented in a clear and concise way and page layouts are clean and consistent. No topic is introduced without being revisited several times later in the book. Thinking Theory is designed so you can start anywhere in the series. Concepts are not left out of later books, just covered more quickly. The flashcard games provide a unique way to learn away from the page, and make learning and teaching more secure and more fun. The "Level Up!" tests at the end of each chapter and book allow you to evaluate student learning and plan their next step. The Thinking Theory Plus books provide a lateral move for students who had finished one book but are not quite ready for the next. Singing with solfa (moveable do) is integrated into the theory books. Solfa helps students with ear training, transposing, sight reading and composition.
Set your beginning piano students up for speedy success with the Thinking Theory Prep Book! The Prep Book covers beginning concepts such as piano key names, steps and skips, landmark notes, and other essentials to get started at the piano.This book is designed with the student in mind. All concepts are revisited in different ways throughout the book, and the flashcard games provide a fun way to reinforce learning.Thinking Theory avoids giving students "busywork" and keeps layouts clean. If a student does need extra review they can move to Prep Book Plus for lateral work to really cement the concepts.CONCEPTS COVERED Note Values: Quaver, Dotted Crotchet, Crotchet, Minim, Dotted Minim & Semibreve (USA terms are used in the USA version) Rest Values: Crotchet, Minim & Semibreve (USA terms are used in the USA version) Time Signatures: 2:4, 3:4 & 4:4 Landmark notes: Bass C, Bass F, Middle C, Treble G & Treble C Dynamics: Pianissimo, Piano, Mezzo Piano, Mezzo Forte, Forte, Fortissimo, Crescendo & Diminuendo Tempo Marks: Ritenuto, Ritardando, Rallentando, Allegro, Allegretto, Moderato, Andante Markings/Symbols: Staccato, Slurs & Repeat Marks Solfa: Do, Re, Mi & So Scales: C Major & G Major Accidentals Tones, Semitones & Enharmonics (USA terms are used in the USA version)WHAT IS THINKING THEORY? Thinking Theory is a series of music theory workbooks, designed to accelerate learning while providing plenty of reinforcement of each concept. All concepts are presented in a clear and concise way and page layouts are clean and consistent. No topic is introduced without being revisited several times later in the book. Thinking Theory is designed so you can start anywhere in the series. Concepts are not left out of later books, just covered more quickly. The flashcard games provide a unique way to learn away from the page, and make learning and teaching more secure and more fun. The "Level Up!" tests at the end of each chapter and book allow you to evaluate student learning and plan their next step. The Thinking Theory Plus books provide a lateral move for students who had finished one book but are not quite ready for the next. Singing with solfa (moveable do) is integrated into the theory books. Solfa helps students with ear training, transposing, sight reading and composition.WHERE DOES THE PREP BOOK FIT IN? The Prep Book is perfect for younger students or those who need to move more slowly than Book One. The Prep Book is recommended for most beginner under 10 years old.
"Excellent product. Clear and simple for teachers who want to add supplemental theory. I recommend any of the thinking theory books." - Carol Koczo"Love these theory books,I recommend these to anyone." - Jennifer BrienAccelerate your elementary students' learning with the Thinking Theory Book One! This book covers basic time signatures, note values, note names and beginning markings; with plenty of review to reinforce these essential concepts.This book is designed with the student in mind. All concepts are revisited in different ways throughout the book, and the flashcard games provide a fun way to reinforce learning.Thinking Theory avoids giving students "busywork" and keeps layouts clean. If a student does need extra review after finishing this book they can move to Book One Plus for lateral work to really cement the concepts.CONCEPTS COVERED Note Values: Quaver, Dotted Crotchet, Crotchet, Minim, Dotted Minim & Semibreve (USA terms are used in the USA version) Rest Values: Crotchet, Minim & Semibreve (USA terms are used in the USA version) Time Signatures: 2:4, 3:4 & 4:4 Landmark notes: Bass C, Bass F, Middle C, Treble G & Treble C Dynamics: Pianissimo, Piano, Mezzo Piano, Mezzo Forte, Forte, Fortissimo, Crescendo & Diminuendo Tempo Marks: Ritenuto, Ritardando, Rallentando, Allegro, Allegretto, Moderato, Andante Markings/Symbols: Staccato, Slurs & Repeat Marks Solfa: Do, Re, Mi & So Scales: C Major & G Major Accidentals Tones, Semitones & Enharmonics (USA terms are used in the USA version)WHAT IS THINKING THEORY? Thinking Theory is a series of music theory workbooks, designed to accelerate learning while providing plenty of reinforcement of each concept. All concepts are presented in a clear and concise way and page layouts are clean and consistent. No topic is introduced without being revisited several times later in the book. Thinking Theory is designed so you can start anywhere in the series. Concepts are not left out of later books, just covered more quickly. The flashcard games provide a unique way to learn away from the page, and make learning and teaching more secure and more fun. The "Level Up!" tests at the end of each chapter and book allow you to evaluate student learning and plan their next step. The Thinking Theory Plus books provide a lateral move for students who had finished one book but are not quite ready for the next. Singing with solfa (moveable do) is integrated into the theory books. Solfa helps students with ear training, transposing, sight reading and composition.
If you ever study music, chances are that you will end up hearing the name "Beethoven" somewhere along the line. The German composer is one of the most famous musicians of all time, and throughout his life he penned absolutely beautiful music that is still popular today. Ludwig van Beethoven wrote music that today is considered part of the classical genre. You may know Ludwig van Beethoven 's name, but perhaps you've wondered, "What's so great about him?" This book (part of the "What's So Great About…") series, gives kids insight into life, times and career of Ludwig van Beethoven.
Songs are reflections of the writers'' emotions, culture and ideas too. You would notice that each genre evolved from a specific period of time. Lyrics and melodies also change through the years. This book details some of the best songs the world has ever heard. If you look closely, you will see patterns that will make you understand and appreciate music more. Reserve your copy today!
Musical instruments come in all shapes and sizes! Some look very different, while others look very similar. As such, written definitions are not enough to point out which is which; and that''s where picture books step in. Within the pages of this book, you will be educated on the different musical instruments. You will be surprised to see new finds too! Buy a copy now!
Introduce music to your little ones using this book for children. Musical instruction and study should start early because of the many benefits the activity has to the brain and memory. In addition, being able to play music reaffirms your child's "I can do it attitude" and it build self-confidence too. Grab a copy of this book today.
Here are the musical instruments for you to choose from. Would you like to learn to play percussion or string instruments? Playing music benefits your child in more ways than one. For example, it boosts brain power and memory. It also makes a child more confident in his/her abilities. Encourage kids to play music. Introduce instruments using this book today.
Can you imagine hearing everything around you all at the same time? For a kid with autism, noises and sounds can even become painful. "Music to My Ears" is a true story about how music made a difference in the life of a boy with autism.
Kristina Wilds' The Adventures of EGBDF the Dragon and Friends is a new, groundbreaking, beautifully illustrated children's book that teaches students of all ages how to read music more easily and enjoyably than ever before. Countless children and adults give up trying to read notes on a sheet of music every year because traditional teaching methods are too confusing, intimidating, or require memorization of silly phrases. And, as a result, they never learn to play and fully appreciate the value or music in the lives. But now, with the help of author Kristina Wild's four unforgettably quirky characters - EGBDF the dragon, Ace-G the turtle, smiley FACE, and GBDFA the snake - children can learn to read,remember, and play notes in the treble clef and bass clef in a few as two or three lessons! Here's how it works: When a child pronounces the name of a character, they're effectively saying the notes!For example, if a student says "EGBDF" or "egg-guh-buh-diff," the notes on the lines of the treble clef match the character's name. It's that simple. There's no need to memorize anything. It's a fun way to help kids learn and grow in piano and music! Children and adults who learn to play an instrument or their favorite song with the help of EGBDF the dragon and friends are far more likely to practice, play, and love music for a lifetime. That's what this unique, fun-filled book of music education is all about
Learning Music with Snow the Bunny is created for preschoolers between the ages of three and five years old. The purpose of the book is to introduce young children to fundamental concepts of music reading, using iconic notation. There are three chapters in the book: the first chapter is the story with the choruses, the second is the iconic notation scores to be used for instrument play, and the third chapter has activity sheets for children to assess their understanding of fast and slow, and high and low sounds. The book can be used at home for leisurely reading and music making or in music classes, whether private piano lessons or group elementary music classes. The story contains four choruses to sing along with your children or students, which is part of chapter one. If a child or student has access to a piano or an Orff xylophone, use the iconic notation scores in chapter two to play the choruses on the instruments. The activity sheets in chapter three are intended to allow children to use their creative drawing skills and respond to the questions in the spaces provided.
We live in a mysterious world. Just as philosophy strives to unravel this mystery by employing logical thinking, the arts explore the wonder of existence with heart, feeling, and beauty. Wisdom for Singers and Philosophers invites us on an aphoristic journey of discovery and insight through the world of singing, the arts generally, and philosophy. Each aphorism offers us a space and a time for reflection, where its meaning can be revealed to us in ever more personal ways. By opening yourself to recording your own thoughts, observations, intuitions, and even objections to these compelling aphorisms, you too can be opened to new levels of understanding of singing, the arts, and philosophy. Allow Wisdom for Singers and Philosophers to be your personal guide to artistic and philosophical living. It will provide to those devoted seekers of beauty and truth a path for honest intellectual, emotional, and spiritual reflection.
ABC African Instruments is an illustrated alphabet book showcasing a variety of musical instruments from the African continent. It is the first book of its kind, laying out a basic introduction to the historically rich culture of African music. A mixture of 26 beautifully-illustrated instruments are presented, one instrument per letter, from the Adungu - a percussive string instrument from Uganda, the Kora - a well-known string instrument from West Africa, to the Vuvuzela - a popular horn from South Africa, to make up this informative children's reference book. It provides a practical key to each illustration explaining which musical family the instrument belongs to, a map showing its origin, and what materials are used in its construction. Additionally, there are two 'fact bubbles' giving further context to each instrument. ABC African Instruments is aimed at children between the ages of 4 to 8 years old. This book will reinforce their ABC's as they learn the names of the featured instruments, and grasp how they are played. They will learn basic facts about the instrument, enhance their geographical knowledge of the region, and simultaneously enjoy the captivating and vibrant vector-style illustrations. Adults and children alike will love the visual and cultural richness of this alphabetical tour through Africa's musical instruments.
Let's get to know the brilliant composers who composed the most beautiful pieces of music that we hear today! This educational resource is perfect for little musicians who are looking for inspirations. Read on to find out how musicians of the past discovered their passion and what they did about it. Secure a copy now!
The interpretation as well as general reaction to art has grown so much over the last few years. This educational book features some of the best artists the world has known. Watch your child marvel at their masterpieces and maybe see him/her dream of becoming a famous artist, too. Ignite the passion for the arts. Buy a copy of this book today!
Being creative is fun. It releases you from the mental bonds of worries and hesitations. The purpose of this book is to encourage your child to be as creative as he/she can be by exposing him/her to some of the best art pieces in history. Open the first page. Do you see your child's eyes grow wide with wonder? That's a good sign!
Guitalele Chords for Kids...& Big Kids Too!Here, Nancy Eriksson provide a selection of 336 of the most popular chord types in all twelve keys, together with a selection of useful moveable chords and comprehensive sections on chord theory and tuning. The chord window diagrams are child-friendly with a little initial help from an adult. Chord theory and tuning sections are also provided to give a parent, teacher or carer a little help along the way on their musical journey.The Chords covered in Guitalele Chords for Kids...& Big Kids Too! (using the key of C as an example):C, Cm, C7, Cm7, C5, C6, Cm6, Cmaj7, Cdim, Cdim7, C+, Csus2, Csus4, Cadd9, Cmadd9, Cm7-5, C7sus4, Cm(maj7), C7-5, C7+5, C7-9, C7+9, C-5, C9, Cm9, Cmaj9, C11, C13.Review of features: 336 chords in all 12 keys Large child-friends chord window diagrams Standard ADGCEA guitalele tuning Comprehensive chord theory section Fingerboard diagram Tuning diagram with instruction 20 moveable chord diagrams 240 moveable chord positions Alternative chord naming chart
You are about to go on an adventure in a land where music is magic and you must compose to complete the quests that are laid out before you.The Dragon Quest is a delightful introduction to music composition.A magical musician is looking for an apprentice until he finds you. If you are willing, he will send you on an adventure that will require you to compose music of your own to overcome challenges and complete your mission.The Dragon Quest contains several easy music composition exercises that will give students a solid introduction to the magical world of music composition.In addition to teaching composition, the story in this book explores concepts such as musicianship, courage, perspective taking and smart practice. Through the use of stories, students engage with these ideas and take ownership of these concepts.No matter what your instrument or your age, The Dragon Quest is sure to become one of your favorite music instruction books of all time.What instruments can use Music Composition Adventures?There are specific instructions for 19 of the most common instruments: Piano, Recorder, Guitar, Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Saxophone, Bassoon, French Horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Baritone, Euphonium, Tuba, Pitched Percussion (Marimba, xylophone, etc.), Violin, Viola, Cello and Bass. Unless you play in a gamelan ensemble or you play some other obscure, non-western, musical instruments, if your instrument is not on this list, you should have no trouble following the instructions for another instrument. Why should students compose? Composing music is a creative form of self expression that is fun and rewarding. Composers take ownership of their own musical creativity. Suddenly, music has a whole new component, one in which they are the creators. Composing music helps with ear training (being able to play what one hears). An understanding of the composition process helps students understand the works of other composers. When students compose, they make decisions about their musical preferences. Composing music helps develop musical memory. Why should students write music on a page? The process of writing music on a page is an excellent way to deepen a students understanding of music notation. Putting pencil to paper creates a connection to the details of music notation and their function. It gives real world experience with elements of music that are often only conceptualized or worse, overlooked. What age is Music Composition Adventures intended for? Ages 6 and up What does the student need to know before they can begin The Dragon Quest? The Dragon Quest is designed to be an easy introduction to writing music. Students don't need a lot of experience with music notation but it is recommended that they have had a preliminary introduction to music notation. This can be given by a general music educator at school, a private lessons teacher or even a parent who has some basic knowledge of music notation. Will there be a book two? Yes! Be on the look out for Book 2 - The Fear Worms, available soon! For creative teaching ideas please visit www.MusicCompositionAdventures.com keywords: music composition, composing, songwriting, how to compose, how to write a song, make your own music, kids, children, for kids, for children, music education, study music, book, story, kids, elfs, elves, trolls, dragons, music notes, teaching music through composition, MUS007000, MUS038000, MUS022000, MUS016000, JUV031040, JUV037000, JUV002270, JUV02000,
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