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Freddie the Frog
Scat Singing for Kids
A Step-By-Step Journey in Jazz
Sharon Burch.
Scat singing is the easiest way for kids to get
started developing their jazz chops. The Freddie
the Frog and the Flying Jazz Kitten storybook
introduces kids to scat singing. This teacher's guide
contains a detailed step-by-step process that creates
a "safe zone," leading the most insecure students to
uninhibited scattin' fun.
10318886 Hardcover Book/CD . . Pre K.-3 12.99
Here's Two
A Jazz Collection for the orff
Classroom
Patrick Ware.
Most of the pieces are layered ostinati with
a melody; you decide when to layer in
parts, how many times to repeat a section,
when to begin improvised solos, and what
instrument combination to use. Each piece has
a lesson guide which includes listening-with-
commentary, a brief analysis, methodology for
teaching, an extension activity, suggestions for
adding unpitched rhythm, and incorporating
improvisation. The included CD-ROM contains
visual aids to help with ensemble and solo
instrument setup, MP3 audio files for each piece,
and full scores and student parts.
10150019 Book/CD-ROM . . . . . . . Gr. 4-8 24.95
History of Jazz
Brad Keller & Bonnie Rossa.
This collection includes 15 lessons on the major
points of jazz history and some of the greatest jazz
legends. Additionally, it includes digital resources
with Power Point and Quick Time movies. Students
can complete reproducible pages on the lesson
content and the guided listening as assessments
or as notes. Listening examples are included as
YouTube links, or you can use suggested materials
from iTunes. Units include: Roots of Jazz;
Dixieland; Louis Armstrong; Blues & Swing; Duke
Ellington; Count Basie; Lester Young and Be-Bop.
10344408 Reproducible Book/
CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . Gr. 4-8 30.00
Jazz for Young People
Wynton Marsalis & Sandy Feldstein.
This valuable multi-media package conveys the
rich and colorful history of jazz music. Written by
renowned trumpeter and jazz education advocate
Wynton Marsalis, in consultation with Sandy
Feldstein, this course of study is ideal for any
class situation. Marsalis' insightful commentary
is sure to help students grasp the essence of this
uniquely American art form. The complete Jazz for
Young People Curriculum offers a comprehensive
teacher's guide, 30 student guides, a 48-minute
DVD, a 10-CD audio set, as well as a CD-ROM
containing transcripts of the narration. The student
guide brings the history of jazz to life with an
emphasis on major figures in jazz music and offers
a wide range of written activities to reinforce
concepts taught. The CD recordings are truly
exceptional! With Wynton Marsalis' narration, the
complex elements of jazz performance are broken
down in segments that are easy for students to
understand. Performances by the Jazz at Lincoln
Center Orchestra ensure your students will hear
authentic recordings of top quality. Modern
recordings of authentic early jazz music are a most
welcome alternative to the scratchy recordings that
have been the norm for years. The curriculum is
available as a complete set, with additional student
guides sold separately.
3296782 Book/CD/Video Pack . . Gr. 7-12 299.95
Jazz Mosaic
Louise Rogers & Susan Milligan.
This collection will help to bring the joy of jazz
music into your classroom through a variety of
age-appropriate, play-centered lessons. Students
will learn about jazz greats, styles, and history
through activities and cross-curricular connections.
The included CD contains examples and vocals for
echoing, learning and fun.
10367320 Book/CD Pack. . . . . . . Pre K.-1 22.99
Meet the Great Jazz Legends
Ron McCurdy.
In this collection, teachers and students will explore
the stories of 17 legendary jazz artists who have
enriched our lives with their incredible music. The
jazz legends included span the entire twentieth
century, from early New Orleans jazz through the
Golden Age of Swing, plus the avant-garde and
jazz fusion eras from Louis Armstrong to Herbie
Hancock. Fun yet informative, this book will
inspire a special appreciation for jazz.
3301929 Teacher Edition . . . . . . . Gr. 4-9 14.95
3701234 Activity Sheets Reproducible . . . . 14.95
3301930 Pack Teacher/Activity Sheets . . . . 21.95
10078949 CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95
10078946 Teacher/CD Pack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
10078945 Classroom Kit Teacher/Act/CD . . 39.95
Meet the Musicians
No. 3: Joplin
Scott Joplin/Dennis Kobray.
In 1974, audiences for the film "The Sting" left
theaters humming the effervescent music of Scott
Joplin. Discover what life was like for this African-
American musician at the turn of the twentieth
century. Dennis Kobray portrays a friend and fan
of Scott Joplin, whose Maple Leaf Rag and The
Entertainer earned him the title "King of Ragtime."
3305096 DVD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gr. 5-9 24.95
Meet the Musicians
No. 4: Gershwin
George Gershwin/Dennis Kobray.
George Gershwin was the epitome of the American
success story. The son of immigrants, this self-
taught icon of music was raised on the streets of
New York. He grew up to write music that captured
the American spirit. Beloved melodies Rhapsody in
Blue, I Got Rhythm and Swanee are performed by
Dennis Kobray in this dynamic portrayal of one of
America's most treasured composers.
3305099 DVD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gr. 5-9 24.95
Now's the Time
Teaching Jazz to All Ages
Doug Goodkin.
A compelling case for including jazz in every
child's education is presented through a sequential
approach for teaching it to all ages. Games, songs,
speech pieces, body percussion, and movement
activities are included for children between 3 and
14 years of age, but could be used with beginners
of all ages. Roots music, jazz blues, jazz standards,
and jazz compositions incorporate the use of Orff
instruments and other types of ensembles. Key
historical, cultural, and aesthetic background is
presented, along with essential theory; also included
is a middle school jazz curriculum with sample
student work. A summary of the practical material
is given at the end of the book..
3302073 Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pre K.-9 38.00
3302611 CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00
Sounds of the Cities
David Simons.
Here's your chance to take a musical roadtrip
across the United States! This resource takes you to
eight important cities around the country, exploring
the unique sounds and artists that define them. Each
section includes a reproducible student article and
two activity sheets. Full-length lesson plans based
on the National Standards accompany each section
and all musical examples are included on the CD.
Featured cities and styles include: New Orleans and
Funk, Memphis and R&B, Nashville and Country,
Philadelphia and Soul, New York City and Jazz,
Detroit and Motown, Chicago and Blues, Los
Angeles and Rock.
3299199 Book/CD Pack. . . . . . . . Gr. 4-8 34.95
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