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Music History & Listening
All About the History of Rock and Pop Music
Donald Moore.
Volume 1 of the series consists of 20 puzzles, each one devoted to a different
landmark in the history of rock and pop music. This clever book is an invaluable
teaching tool that is perfect for substitutes or "rainy days" when there is time left
after you have completed your lesson for the day. And the best part about the
book is its educational value to your students. Complete word lists, music word
lists and puzzle solutions are included.
5277900 Reproducible Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gr. 7-12 24.95
n Bach to Rock Rosemary Kennedy.
The lives and music of composers from Baroque to modern times is introduced
in a fun, educational format all ages can enjoy. Each historical period is
described and contains anecdotal sketches of the composers' lives, discussion
of their music, and activities to reinforce the reading material. Also included
are portraits of the composers, and the CD features excerpts from thirty-two
recommended works to listen to in sequential order. The DVD is peppered
with skits, sketches and songs as it tours legendary histories and illuminates the
fundamentals of music. This is a thoroughly classroom-tested series.
6302087 Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gr. 4-8 19.95
3295065 CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21.95
10319008 DVD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24.95
n Fresh Beats Robert Vagi.
This standards-based hip-hop curriculum is an innovative resource for middle/
high school general music classes. The program is designed to help teachers
involve more students in their music programs by providing a relevant,
contemporary, and high-quality music education. Students will enhance their
musical and critical thinking skills as they learn about the history of hip-hop,
critically reflect on its role in society, listen to and critique popular music, write
their own rap songs, and learn to compose and perform drum beats using the
included CD.
10416949 Reproducible Book/CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gr. 7-12 29.99
n From Folk to Pop Heather Morris.
This is a set of lesson plans based on traditional folk songs that have been
recorded by rock singers and found their way to the pop charts. The lessons
include learning to sing the song, creating and adding accompaniments and
descants and playing the song on instruments. Also included is a history of the
song, listening activities and YouTube links to compare the traditional with the
pop version. There are also assessment suggestions and rubrics. Pop artists
include: Bruce Springstein (Oh, Mary Don't You Weep, Erie Canal); Elvis (My
Landlord); The Beach Boys (John B Sails); Lead Belly (Midnight Special); Great
Big Sea (Donkey Riding), and the Kingston Trio (Pay Me My Money Down).
10464551 Reproducible Book/CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gr. 3-8 30.00
l From Ragtime to Rock
An Introduction to 100 Years of American Popular Music
Daniel Glass.
From Ragtime to Rock is the new educational DVD from award-winning
drummer, author, and educator Daniel Glass. This 2-disc package offers a
sweeping look at 100 years of music evolution, covering the end of the Civil War
(1865) to the dawn of the British Invasion (1965). The goal? To show musicians
and music students here in the 21st century just how much they have in common
with the past. Teaching guides and reproducible activity sheets are included.
10631919 Book, CD, DVD Reproducible. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gr. 5-8 24.95
n Music Class Playlist Melody Easter-Clutter.
This collection of creative listening activities invites students to experience,
analyze, and reflect on an array of musical genres, including Motown, pop,
rock 'n' roll, bluegrass, opera, Broadway, and film. Teacher preparation will be
minimal as materials are few, and the Common Core and National Standards are
listed on every page. Assemble the 12-song playlist online then explore the three
lessons for each song. Lessons include: Adagio for Strings; Do-Re-Mi; Happy;
Let It Go; My Girl; O Fortuna; Orange Blossom Special and more.
10527471 Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gr. 4-8 19.99
n Pleased to Meet You, Too
Biographies and Activities About Popular Performers
Jenny VanPelt.
This resource provides students with in-depth information about 15 performing
musicians from Scott Joplin to Bob Dylan. Informational text designed for
younger students and biographies for older students are provided for each of
the featured musicians, along with reproducible games for each age group.
Suggested websites are included. Featured composers are: Scott Joplin, Duke
Ellington, Miles Davis, Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, Julie Andrews, Bob Dylan,
Aretha Franklin, Carlos Santana, Stevie Wonder, Madonna, Yo-Yo Ma, Weird
Al Yankovic, Dave Matthews and Gabriela Montero.
10488787 Reproducible Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gr. 2-6 19.95
n Rockin' the Radio Mari Schay.
Rock out to song favorites with Mari Schay's age-appropriate, skill-building
arrangements for Orff and classroom percussion. Reinforce rhythmic concepts,
note reading, and playing techniques while having fun. Included are several
pages of teaching strategies to guide the process while addressing the new
National Standards. Songs include: Don't Stop Believin'; Hey! Baby; Kumbayah;
Mama Don't Allow; Roar; She Loves You; When the Saints and more.
10527472 Reproducible Book/Enhanced CD-ROM. . . . . . . . Gr. 4-9 29.99
n Top 40 Fun Facts: Rock and Roll Tom Anderson.
These 40 reproducible activities on rock 'n' roll music include crossword
puzzles, word finds, fill-in-the-blank quick quizzes, listening maps - it's all
here! Use them to supplement your curriculum and invite students to bring in
classic pop recordings from their parents' (and grandparents'!) collections. This
handy all-in-one resource comes complete with teacher lesson plans and answer
keys - great for substitutes, field trips and other days when you can't use your
regular curriculum!
3299201 Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gr. 4-8 24.99
n You Play Pop Songs Tom Anderson.
Sing and play-along with favorite pop songs. Learn how to play four or five
chords on the keyboard or guitar, and add a group of students to play optional
percussion or Orff pitched instruments. Included are guitar chord frames,
diagrams of chords on the keyboard, and a helpful sequence for teaching the
play-along parts and a student piano/vocal score. Play along with the sound-alike
recordings on the performance/accompaniment CD for the feeling of performing
with a full band. Songs include: Fireflies; Firework; Hey Soul Sister; Viva la
Vida and Waka Waka (This Time for Africa).
10317491 Teacher Edition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gr. 5-8 14.99
10317495 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49.99
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