Children’s / Teenage general interest: Music and musicians
Oxford University Press Cello Time Starters
Book SynopsisCello Time Starters is a great beginner book for the budding cellist. Carefully paced to suit young learners, it supports players through the important early stages, step by step-from how to hold your instrument and bow, through basic notation, to exciting pieces in a range of styles. With plenty of entertaining illustrations and audio tracks to play along to, with Cello Time Starters it really is fun to play!
£13.07
Faber Music Ltd The Music Teachers Handbook
Book SynopsisA handy reference guide for instrumental and singing teachers. It provides practical answers to real issues faced in a modern teaching environment. It also includes helpful checklists, top tips, and factsheets.Trade ReviewAnother brilliant book for instrumental teachers… In a nutshell – another must-buy book! European String Teachers Association Newsletter, Winter 2006
£13.29
Scholastic Harry Styles The Ultimate Fan Book 100 Unofficial
Book SynopsisDiscover everything you need to know about the superstar ofpop in one incredible book!
£9.79
Secret Mountain Music All Around
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£9.49
Secret Mountain Some Creatures Have All the Luck!: Antonio
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£9.49
Secret Mountain We Are All Ears! Volume 1: Niccolo Paganini
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£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Abracadabra Clarinet Pupils book 2 CDs
Book SynopsisLearn to play the clarinet with popular pieces lessons and sheet music for beginnersThe Abracadabra approach to learning through songs and tunes has set countless beginners on a clear path of progress and enjoyment with their chosen instrument. With carefully graded technique, clear fingering diagrams and concise theory explanations, this best-selling series is the ideal learning companion for pupil and teacher.An established and popular course offering a thorough grounding in basic technique.Now in its third edition, features include: Carefully graded songs and tunes Clear guidance on theory and technique Enough flexibility to suit individual teaching approaches Ensemble skills taught through duets and trios Playalong CDs for home practice
£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Let Me Hear a Rhyme
Book SynopsisWith the help of Steph’s younger sister Jasmine, they come up with a plan to promote Steph’s music under a new rap name: the Architect.Trade Review★ “Exceptional storytelling, well-crafted, true-to-life dialogue, and the richly drawn Brooklyn landscape will draw readers into this fast-paced blend of mystery, budding romance, and social commentary...Thoroughly engrossing and as infectious as Steph’s lyrics.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) ★ “Jackson repeatedly proves that she is a titan among her peers, and her latest novel is no exception... Jackson weaves the three points of view together seamlessly, creating richly drawn and authentically real teen characters.” — ALA Booklist (starred review) ★ “Deftly chronicles the timely story of bold young talent gone too soon... Jackson scores a bull’s-eye with her passionate homage to black city life in the late ’90s, yet it’s her earnest takes on creativity, love, and loss that are timeless.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) ★ “This YA novel harmonizes music and prose to create a certified literary banger.” — Shelf Awareness (starred review) ★ “Readers will feel connected to these teens’ love of hip-hop, their loyalty to each other and their love for their community... offers moving portraits of young people... an engaging ode to ’90s hip-hop and to love in many forms.” — BookPage (starred review) “With thoughtful attention to detail, Jackson offers a believable cast of Black teens immersed in a particularly rich hip-hop moment. The combination of lyricism and narrative realism is an effective mode of representing a particular sort of adolescence against the backdrops of New York City and rap music.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books “Jackson presents a fast-moving, heart-pounding homage to nineties hip-hop, Brooklyn, and the power of music, love, and friendship. Readers are transported to a time when DJs and MCs rocked the parties and when word-of-mouth could make you a star.” — The Horn Book ”A thrilling, heart-rending, unforgettable novel.” — Buffalo News PRAISE FOR MONDAY’S NOT COMING: “A mesmerizing, punch-in-the-gut story about the power of friendship and the horrors hiding right in front of us.” — Laurie Halse Anderson, author of Speak and Chains ★ “This thought-provoking thriller examines issues such as abuse, gentrification, and the marginalization of people of color with nuance and sensitivity. The narrative deftly moves back and forth between past and present, building to a devastating conclusion. A spellbinding, profoundly moving choice for YA collections.” — School Library Journal (starred review) ★ “Jackson’s sophomore novel features another ripped-from-the-headlines premise that will keep readers guessing through the final pages. Jackson’s characters and their heart-wrenching story linger long after the final page, urging readers to advocate for those who are disenfranchised and forgotten by society and the system.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) ★ “Jackson effortlessly weaves elements of suspense with issues of race, class, and gender, casting a harsh light on a world that often refuses to notice the disappearances of black and brown girls. The twist at the end is both gaspworthy and heartbreaking.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (starred review) “Jackson doesn’t hold anything back when it comes to the pain of abuse and the ramifications of turning a blind eye. It’s a frank, devastating read filled with real and flawed characters, and it’s a story that needs to be read.” — Booklist “The draw of this novel, which was inspired by actual events, lies in its interwoven themes of the effects of gentrification, especially on black residents whose connections, culture, and community become afterthoughts in the face of capitalism. A tragic and heartbreaking tale of love, loss, grief, growth, and perseverance.” — Kirkus Reviews PRAISE FOR ALLEGEDLY: ★ “With remarkable skill, Jackson offers an unflinching portrayal of the raw social outcomes when youth are entrapped in a vicious cycle of nonparenting and are sent spiraling down the prison-for-profit pipeline. Dark, suspenseful.” — School Library Journal (starred review) ★ “Her novel effectively joins Ava DuVernay’s documentary 13th and Michelle Alexander’s The New Jim Crow (2010) to become another indictment of the penal system’s decimating power beyond its bars and, more subtly and refreshingly, a pro-reproductive-justice novel. Searing and true.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) ★ “The characters are complex, the situation unsettling, and the line between right and wrong hopelessly blurred. It’s also intensely relevant, addressing race, age, and mental illness within the criminal justice system. Well conceived and executed, this is an absorbing and exceptional first novel.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) ★ “Suspenseful without being emotionally manipulative, compelling without resorting to shock value, this is a tightly spun debut that wrestles with many intense ideas and ends with a knife twist that will send readers racing back to the beginning again.” — Booklist (starred review) “Seen through Jackson’s dark portrait of the legal system and the failures of parents and social workers, Mary’s environments are as grim as the stories that play out in them; readers fascinated by procedural dramas will be thoroughly hooked.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Listen Celebrate
Book SynopsisListen and celebrate introduces a selection of 15 pieces from a range of time periods, countries and styles, celebrating the people who wrote the music and offering an immersive experience through active listening and composing activities.As well as supporting National Curriculum objectives for Key Stages 1 and 2, this book will help bring breadth and depth to children's musical experience and understanding, offering a glimpse of the huge variety of music in the world and featuring composers from a range of backgrounds and experiences.Features: Background information to provide context and inspire Active listening activities for Key Stages 1 and 2 Composing activities for Key Stages 1 and 2 Beautifully illustrated whiteboard displaysPlease note audio is NOT supplied as part of this resource, but guidance is given on how to find recordings online.Trade Review‘If you're looking to decolonise your music room or include a richer musical experience to your learners, Listen & Celebrate is a must-have.’ – Steve Giddings, music teacher, award-winning author and owner of Steve’s Music Room ‘Designed to be inclusive, respectful and celebrate the enormous achievements of individual composers, the contemporary selection of pieces, as well as the relevance of 21st century concerns such as deforestation and refugee crises, will surely inform and inspire children of a primary school age.’ – Julie Digby PhD, music educator, researcher and consultant ‘Brilliant resource… It really should be on every music lead’s bookshelf.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – Amazon reviewer ‘There could not have been a more appropriate title for this book. It reminds us of the importance of keeping our eyes and ears open to composers of all backgrounds. In this, we find variety and richness that encourages us to listen further, so that we too can celebrate.’ – Eleanor Rashid for Music Teacher Magazine ‘[Listen & Celebrate] fills a much-needed gap and celebrates wonderful diverse music. The music selection is superb and the additional resources available to use on a white board are going to save a huge amount of time.’ – Karen Marshall, author of the Get! Set Piano Series, Collins Music and Primary School Music Lead ‘This book makes composing accessible even for the most inexperienced educators or the most reluctant learners… Listen & Celebrate should be in steady use by every Primary teacher and their respective teacher trainers.’ – Steve Giddings, Music teacher, award-winning author and owner of Steve’s Music Room ‘Differentiated into KS1 and KS2, incorporating listening, performing and composing activities, as well as suggestions for further listening, assessment and progression, this useful resource is appropriate and accessible for both generalist class teachers and specialist music teachers.’ – Julie Digby PhD, music educator, researcher and consultant
£24.99
HarperCollins Publishers Dark Unicorn
Book SynopsisBig Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised has been developed in collaboration with Wandle Learning Trust and Little Sutton Primary School. It comprises classroom resources to support the SSP programme and a range of phonic readers that together provide a consistent and highly effective approach to teaching phonics.All Blue wants to do is rock and roll, but none of the other unicorns like her music. She''s tired of feeling different and like the odd one out, but in happy land, how will she find a band that feels the same way?
£8.59
HarperCollins Publishers Listen Celebrate Key Stage 3
Book SynopsisListen and celebrate Key Stage 3 is designed to help teachers enrich and diversify Key Stage 3 music by introducing a selection of 15 pieces from a range of countries and styles, celebrating the people who wrote the music and offering an immersive experience through active listening and composing activities.As well as supporting National Curriculum objectives for Key Stage 3, this book will help bring breadth and depth to students' musical experience and understanding, offering a glimpse of the huge variety of music in the world and featuring composers from a range of backgrounds and experiences.Features: Background information to provide context and inspire Active listening activities Composing activities Guidance on differentiation and assessment Taking it further' ideasOnline resources: Display sheets Information sheets to provide further context Composition planning sheets Supporting visual sheets Links to video clipsPlease note audio is NOT supplied as part of this resource, but gTrade Review‘If you're looking to decolonise your music room or include a richer musical experience to your learners, Listen & Celebrate is a must-have.’ – Steve Giddings, music teacher, award-winning author and owner of Steve’s Music Room ‘Designed to be inclusive, respectful and celebrate the enormous achievements of individual composers, the contemporary selection of pieces, as well as the relevance of 21st century concerns such as deforestation and refugee crises, will surely inform and inspire children of a primary school age.’ – Julie Digby PhD, music educator, researcher and consultant ‘Brilliant resource… It really should be on every music lead’s bookshelf.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – Amazon reviewer ‘There could not have been a more appropriate title for this book. It reminds us of the importance of keeping our eyes and ears open to composers of all backgrounds. In this, we find variety and richness that encourages us to listen further, so that we too can celebrate.’ – Eleanor Rashid for Music Teacher Magazine ‘[Listen & Celebrate] fills a much-needed gap and celebrates wonderful diverse music. The music selection is superb and the additional resources available to use on a white board are going to save a huge amount of time.’ – Karen Marshall, author of the Get! Set Piano Series, Collins Music and Primary School Music Lead ‘This book makes composing accessible even for the most inexperienced educators or the most reluctant learners… Listen & Celebrate should be in steady use by every Primary teacher and their respective teacher trainers.’ – Steve Giddings, Music teacher, award-winning author and owner of Steve’s Music Room ‘Differentiated into KS1 and KS2, incorporating listening, performing and composing activities, as well as suggestions for further listening, assessment and progression, this useful resource is appropriate and accessible for both generalist class teachers and specialist music teachers.’ – Julie Digby PhD, music educator, researcher and consultant
£24.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Charming Young Man
Book SynopsisBut despite his being the youngest student ever accepted into the prestigious Paris Conservatory, there’s no way an impoverished musician can make his way in 1890s Paris without an outside patron.Young gossip columnist Marcel Proust takes Léon under his wing, and the boys game their way through an extravagant new world.Trade Review“Charming Young Man is a gorgeous exploration of artistic talent and envy, wealth and power, art and desire wrapped up in a delicious, page-turner of a plot. I absolutely loved it.” — Nina LaCour, author of Michael L. Printz Award–winner We Are Okay “The author creates an intimate, sensitive, gay coming-of-age story. Beautifully realized and a pleasure to read.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Schrefer masterfully portrays Léon’s inner world, full of self-doubt and desperation (alongside dreamy moments at the piano), within a suspenseful story of high personal stakes.” — Booklist (starred review) “Schrefer immerses readers in the beautiful worlds of Belle Epoque Paris and rural France with detail that enhances the narrative. Teens will be seduced and captivated by the depictions of Paris high society, while also connecting with the heart of the plot: Leon finding his place in the world where he feels like an outsider. An enjoyable and easy-to-read coming-of-age story set in the past but relevant to the present.” — School Library Journal (starred review) “Schrefer’s Léon Delafosse, who is based on the real French pianist of the same name, is not only likable, but sensitive and resilient, and his perseverance amid dramatic ups and downs on his path toward happiness is engaging.” — Publishers Weekly PRAISE FOR DARKNESS OUTSIDE US: "Schrefer masterfully evokes and maintains suspense that keeps the pages turning briskly while still taking the time to limn the two boys’ touching, moving relationship. If all of this is space opera, readers will want an encore. Bravo." — Booklist (starred review) "3, 2, 1…blastoff for mystery, adventure, and queer intergalactic bodice-ripping." — Kirkus Reviews "[A] sexy space odyssey. Schrefer’s immersive novel combines the build of mysteries and the tension of romance, slowly unfurling an iterative story about love and attraction, destiny, and connection. " — Publishers Weekly "Schrefer does an excellent job of developing and humanizing his characters before throwing them into the swift waters of a sci-fi plot with its truly shocking and satisfying twist. Readers are sure to root for these lovable characters’ survival." — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books "This deep-space survival story, with a strong gay romance and notes of horror, will appeal to fans of Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff’s Illuminae." — School Library Journal "Yes, The Darkness Outside Us is utterly inventive and relentlessly page-turning. And yes, Ambrose and Kodiak are seriously the hottest couple in space. But even more, this is an insightful, tender, and profound story, about the weight of history, and the power of transformation and true love." — Deb Caletti, National Book Award finalist and author of A Heart in a Body in the World “Fiercely imaginative and desperately real, The Darkness Outside Us explores the wild expanses of the human heart. This book is a triumph.” — Elana K. Arnold, author of Damsel, a Printz Honor Book "The Darkness Outside Us is equal parts terrifying, tender, and thrilling. I loved every word of this sharp, thoughtful look at the world we live in and the ones beyond." — Brandy Colbert, award-winning author of Little & Lion Absolutely brilliant. The Darkness Outside Us is a pulse-pounding thriller, engrossing science fiction epic, and heartfelt meditation on love all at once.” — Malinda Lo, Author of Ash
£13.49
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Alias Anna
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewThis lyrical book is one of the most truthful survivor stories I’ve ever read. I think this book will be a page-turner for adolescents. — Jack Kliger, President and CEO of the Museum of Jewish Heritage A profound and powerful story of the Holocaust, told with heart, soul, and music. — Kathryn Lasky, Newbery Honoree and winner of the National Jewish Book Award A harrowing and remarkable story of strength and survival. — Kirkus Reviews Appended with generous back matter, this offers a revealing look at an underreported Holocaust chapter. — Booklist Hood tells Zhanna’s story through both free verse and a rich array of forms. The use of poetry is effective, echoing in its complexity the music of a singular life caught in the chaos of history. This highly recommended book includes extensive background material, photos, sources, lists of musical compositions, and poetic forms. — Jewish Book Council [A] hard-hitting nonfiction biography told in verse. [An] accessible portrait of two talented and determined teens. — Publishers Weekly This compelling book of loss and perseverance will stay with readers long after they have finished. . . This lyrical biography (written with Dawson, Zhanna’s son) features significant back matter, including discography, original photographs and correspondence, further reading, and more. The verse format and harrowing narrative make this a quick read for reluctant and striving readers. This powerful work of persistence and hope is highly recommended. — School Library Journal A tribute to the power of girls. — The Sydney Taylor Schmooze On the Audio Edition: "A touching story of art, struggle, and overcoming persecution, with a narration that is a testament to survival." — Booklist
£7.59
Penguin Random House Children's UK This Little Puffin...
Book SynopsisNo parent, teacher or nursery group should be without this classic treasury. There are songs, rhymes and games for every occasion, all chosen for their proven popularity with young children. Collected from all over Britain, the contents reflect the cultural diversity of the nation, making it an outstandingly rich and stimulating collection. Since the first edition of This Little Puffin was published over thirty years ago, it has been revised and updated, allowing it to remain the most invaluable book of its kind.
£7.59
Penguin Random House Children's UK Ladybird Lullabies Songs for Bedtime
Book SynopsisBrought to you by Ladybird.A magical collection of soothing lullabies, perfect bedtime listening to settle young children after a busy day of adventure!This edition is has specially commissioned music and sound effects to capture the imagination of little ones and get them ready for bedtime. The songs include:1) Twinkle Twinkle, Little Star2) Frère Jacques (Are You Sleeping)3) Amazing Grace4) Hush Little Baby5) Rock a Bye Baby6) Brahms''s Lullaby7) Baa Baa Black Sleep8) Swing Low, Sweet Chariot9) Little Bo Peep10) All the Pretty Little Horses11) Sleep Baby Sleep12) All through the night (Toora, loora, loora)13) Lavender''s Blue14) Mary Had a Little Lamb15) Danny BoyOther audiobooks in the Ladybird Audio Original series include Ladybird Stories for Rainy Days, Ladybird Stories for Car Journeys and Ladybird Audio Adventures(P) Penguin Audio 2020
£8.63
Little, Brown & Company The First Notes
Book SynopsisFeaturing the illustrated lyrics to “Do-Re-Mi”, this stunning new picture book from beloved icon Julie Andrews and her daughter, Emma Walton Hamilton, introduces readers to the remarkable story of the development of written music. Also includes an author’s note about Julie Andrews’s connection to the classic Rodgers & Hammerstein song! Centuries ago, a young Italian monk named Guido longed to find a way to write and teach music. Eventually, he created the musical scale, using the words Do-Re-Mi-Fa-Sol-La-Ti-Do...one syllable for each note. Though the other monks thought it was a waste of time, Guido's music couldn't be silenced. His discovery remains the foundation for learning music today, and inspired the famous song “Do-Re-Mi,” which Julie Andrews sang in the beloved movie The Sound of Music. This richly illustrated picture book from beloved icon Julie Andrews and her daughter, bestselling author Emma Walton Hamilton, introduces readers to the remarkable story of Guido d’Arezzo’s development of musical notation. In addition to the lyrics of 'Do-Re-Mi' illustrated in full color, the backmatter includes an author’s note, extensive historical notes, and a glossary.
£14.39
Little, Brown & Company Lisa of Willesden Lane
Book SynopsisAn inspiring true story about one girl''s escape from the Holocaust to become a concert pianist against all odds, made popular by Mona Golabek''s acclaimed theatrical performance and the beloved novel The Children of Willesden Lane -- now available in an early chapter book format.In pre-World War II Vienna, Lisa Jura was a musical prodigy who hoped to become a concert pianist. But when enemy forces threatened the city -- especially its Jewish population -- Lisa''s parents were forced to make a difficult decision. They secured passage for only one of their three daughters through the Kindertransport, and chose to send gifted Lisa to London for safety. As she yearned to be reunited with her family where she lived in a home for refugee children on Willesden Lane, Lisa''s music became a beacon of hope for all of her peers. A story of the power of music to uplift the human spirit, this compelling tribute has moved and in
£7.16
Hal Leonard Europe Limited The School Recorder Book 2
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£8.92
Hal Leonard Europe Limited John Thompsons Easiest Piano Course First Nursery
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£9.64
Chester Music Recorder Duets From The Beginning
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£8.58
Chester Music Recorder Duets from the Beginning
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£9.64
HarperCollins Publishers Abracadabra Violin Book 2 Pupils Book
Book SynopsisLearn to play the violin with popular pieces lessons and sheet music for beginnersThe Abracadabra approach to learning through songs and tunes has set countless beginners on a clear path of progress and enjoyment with their chosen instrument.This violin tutor provides a selection of pieces of music from a wide range of sources. It continues from the point at which Abracadabra Violin Book 1 leaves off, providing consolidation of already learned techniques and progression through grades three and four.
£12.55
Galison Music Cats Board Book 2nd Edition
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£9.49
Running Press,U.S. She Raised Her Voice
Book SynopsisA fully illustrated middle-grade anthology celebrating Black women singers throughout history in a first-of-its-kind collection.
£13.29
William B Eerdmans Publishing Co Building an Orchestra of Hope
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£13.49
Tuttle Publishing Korean Folk Songs
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£6.99
Holiday House Inc The Story of the Saxophone
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£8.54
The Voices Foundation Inside Music First Steps into Music 2
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£34.16
Capstone Global Library Ltd What You Never Knew About BTS
Book SynopsisSouth Korean boyband BTS has taken the music world by storm with their catchy lyrics, smooth style and killer dance moves. But what happens when they're not singing and dancing? High-interest details and bold photos of this musical supergroup will enthrall reluctant and struggling readers, while carefully levelled text will leave them feeling confident.
£13.29
Capstone Global Library Ltd What You Never Knew About Demi Lovato
Book SynopsisDemi Lovato rose to stardom as a child actor, and went on to fame as a talented singer and performer. But what is this high-profile star like offstage? High-interest details and bold photos of Demi''s fascinating life will enthrall reluctant and struggling readers, while carefully levelled text will leave readers feeling confident.
£8.54
Capstone Global Library Ltd What You Never Knew About Ariana Grande
Book SynopsisWhat are the names of Ariana Grande's pets? Who was her first celebrity crush? Go behind the scenes to discover little-known facts about this superstar singer and actor. High-interest details and bold photos of her fascinating life will enthrall reluctant and struggling readers, while carefully levelled text will leave them feeling confident.
£13.29
Capstone Global Library Ltd What You Never Knew About Selena Gomez
Book SynopsisDo you know what career Selena Gomez would choose if she wasn't a singer and actor? Find out this and more when you crack open this book. High-interest details and bold photos of her fascinating life will enthrall reluctant and struggling readers, while carefully levelled text will leave them feeling confident.
£13.29
Capstone Global Library Ltd What You Never Knew About Harry Styles
Book SynopsisWhy did Harry Styles eat a water scorpion? What does he do when he can't sleep? Readers will find out these answers and more of everything they're dying to know about Harry Styles. High-interest details and bold photos of his fascinating life will enthrall reluctant and struggling readers, while carefully levelled text will leave them feeling confident.
£13.29
Capstone Global Library Ltd What You Never Knew About Beyonce
Book SynopsisShe's not called Queen B for nothing! What makes Beyoncé a megastar? High-interest details and bold photos of her fascinating life will enthrall reluctant and struggling readers, while carefully levelled text will leave them feeling confident.
£8.54
Capstone Global Library Ltd What You Never Knew About Selena Gomez
Book SynopsisDo you know what career Selena Gomez would choose if she wasn't a singer and actor? Find out this and more when you crack open this book. High-interest details and bold photos of her fascinating life will enthrall reluctant and struggling readers, while carefully levelled text will leave them feeling confident.
£8.54
Tommy Nelson Precious Moments My Bible Songbook
Book SynopsisRemember your sweet childhood moments singing Jesus Loves Me and This Little Light of Mine as you share your favorite songs and lullabies with your own little ones. You''ll love singing together about Bible heroes, God''s miracles, and the joy of praising the Lord with Precious Moments: My Bible Songbook.This keepsake board book for 0- to 4-year-olds features lyrics to traditional songs classic Precious Moments illustrations scripture verses from the trusted International Children''s Bible My Bible Songbook is a great gift for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers for baby showers, baptisms, first communion, Easter baskets, birthdays, and holiday gifting to serve as a sweet reminder to your children, grandchildren, or godchildren of how much you love them Share your faith and your love with your child by singing with them and over them at story time and bedtime. Your
£9.79
HarperCollins Publishers Abracadabra Saxophone Pupils book
Book SynopsisLearn to play the saxophone with popular pieces lessons and sheet music for beginnersThe Abracadabra approach to learning through songs and tunes has set countless beginners on a clear path of progress and enjoyment with their chosen instrument. With carefully graded technique, clear fingering diagrams and concise theory explanations, this best-selling series is the ideal learning companion for pupil and teacher.An established and popular course offering a thorough grounding in basic technique.Now in its third edition, features include: Carefully graded songs and tunes Clear guidance on theory and technique Enough flexibility to suit individual teaching approaches Ensemble skills taught through duets and trios Jazz improvisations and styles
£12.55
HarperCollins Publishers Ukulele Magic
Book SynopsisLearn to play the ukulele at home or in the classroom with these popular kids instruction books and video lessons specially written for beginners!Start your musical journey on the ukulele with Ukulele Magic Tutor Book 1 the fun and approachable method that children and teachers love. Whether you're in the classroom, at home or playing with friends, this accessible tutor offers the great tunes, clear guidance and all the resources you need to start making Ukulele Magic!25 pieces carefully progress from playing open strings (eg Stringalong Rag) to songs with one chord (Shortnin bread, A minor miracle, F major march) to two chords (Baboushka, Tab tango, Calypso strum) and finally three chords (In South Africa, Playing the blues).Finger-picking and strumming styles are all introduced step by step in pieces which are fun and stylistic.This teacher''s edition, BOOK+CD-ROM, contains a whiteboard e-book with embedded audio and video tutorials for every song, making it ideal for classroom teacTrade ReviewThis is a tutor book that will teach you how to play the ukulele in all itsforms – introducing you to more than just strumming three chords. Mostukulele books have a selection of songs with chords. This is fine if that'sall you want to do. However, there reaches a stage when you want more thanjust chords and this book will fill in the gaps and launch you into a seriesof well structured 'lessons' that introduce you to finger picking, tab andallowing you to improvise in a range of styles. This book does not launchstraight into chords as most ukulele books do but gently eases you intoplaying single notes with advice for dampening the strings – technicaladvice etc. I like it!,Ukulele Magic is the book we've been waiting for to help us deliver whole-class ukulele tuition in Lewisham schools. The pace is right, the video clips are extremely helpful, the design is clear and the music is catchy and written in an interesting variety of styles.,I'm very impressed with it, as are the children and teachers I'm working with. It makes a massive difference to have such a rich, well-presented resource as the e-book version, which I use in every lesson. It's been a massive help to have a book targeted at wider opps teaching and has definitely improved my ukulele delivery.,I use it for my small groups. Other teachers in Lewisham use it for wider opps. Everyone I have spoken to about it loves it.
£16.29
Abrams The Music Inside Us
Book SynopsisFrom a bestselling and award-winning team comes a moving, gorgeously illustrated picture-book biography of one of the greatest cellists of all time, Yo-Yo Ma, and his lifelong passion for using music to unite people in harmony and joyI've been asking myself all my life, What is the purpose of music?' Yo-Yo Ma At a young age, Yo-Yo Ma discovered a remarkable gift for the cello, playing Bach from memory by age four. His technique was far beyond his years, but even as he grew and became a world-class musicianstudying at Juilliard, performing at Carnegie Hall at a young age, even playing on television before the president of the United Stateshe wanted to use his gift for something deeper, something bigger. As he asked question after question, trying to understand his place in the world, he discovered something that every culture has in common: music. Ma decided that he would spend his life not only performing for others, but learning from other cultures' musical traditions and findin
£12.59
Capstone Global Library Ltd Make MindBlowing Music Videos
Book SynopsisCalling all musicians! Are you looking for a way to take your songs to the next level? Music videos can help your music shine! Learn how to plan, shoot, edit and perform a music video. It''s time to be a star media maker!
£8.54
Laughing Elephant Apples to Zeppelin A Rockin ABC for Cool Kids.
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£11.89
Workman Publishing Welcome to the Opera: Discover the Enchanting
Book SynopsisFrom the author of Welcome to the Symphony and Welcome to Jazz, this musical picture book introduces children to opera with 12 sound interactive buttons and an illustrated performance of Mozart's The Magic Flute. Join three adorable dogs for a performance of Mozart's beloved masterpiece The Magic Flute in this illustrated introduction to opera-with 12 sound buttons! As the story unfolds readers learn about the essential parts of opera-voice parts like soprano and tenor; vocal techniques like recitative and melisma; arias, the orchestra, the chorus, sets, costumes, plot, and more. Plus, 12 interactive sound buttons let readers hear examples of the musical concepts as they read: a soprano sings a heartfelt aria, a powerful bass sings recitative, and the chorus harmonizes during the dramatic finale! Welcome to the Opera is the third title in music educator Carolyn Sloan's successful Welcome to... sound chip picture book series that introduces classic musical genres to young readers.
£22.50
Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S. Pythagoras and the Ratios: A Math Adventure
Book SynopsisJulie Ellis and Phyllis Hornung Peacock team up once again to explore Pythagorean ratios in this humorous sequel to WHAT''S YOUR ANGLE, PYTHAGORAS?Pythagoras and his cousins want to win a music contest, but first they must figure out how to play their instruments in tune, something that''s never been done before.While trying to fix the problem, Pythagoras makes an important discovery--notes that sound pleasant together have a certain mathematical relationship. When Pythagoras applies this ratio to his cousins'' pipes and lyres, the result is music to the ears.
£6.99
Workman Publishing Make Music!: A Kid’s Guide to Creating Rhythm,
Book SynopsisMusic is for everyone — no prior experience required! Make Music! invites kids and families to celebrate the joy of sound with a variety of inventive activities, including playing dandelion trumpets, conducting percussion conversations, and composing their own pieces. Musician and educator Norma Jean Haynes brings the pioneering work of Ann Sayre Wiseman and John Langstaff to a new generation of kids aged 5 and up, focusing on the playfulness, spontaneity, and creativity of music. Kids explore rhythm with clapping, body drumming, and intonations. They learn to create found sound with kitchen pots and pans, the Sunday paper, or even the Velcro on their sneakers. And step-by-step instructions show how to make 35 different instruments, from chimes and bucket drums to a comb kazoo and a milk carton guitar.
£13.29
Austin Macauley Publishers LLC Im in the Band
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£8.54
Sourcebooks, Inc You Are Not Alone
Book SynopsisThis empathetic and inclusive picture book empowers kids to love themselves and their identities, stand up to hate, and have each others' backs no matter what. When I say something is unfair to me, but it's fair for you, what does that make it? When I meditate, it all gets clear. And if you listen, you will really hear.I am not alone. I am enough. It can be scary to feel like you're all on your own, especially in the face of prejudice. But always remember: you are not alone! Based on the Grammy award nominated hip-hop group Alphabet Rockers' empowering song, "Not Alone," this uplifting picture book reminds kids that they always belong. Encouraging words invite readers to love their beautiful selves, celebrate their identities, and use their voices against hate, You Are Not Alone asks us to step up for each other and have each others' backs, no matter what.
£11.89
Music Sales Ltd Who is Florence Price?
Book SynopsisFlorence loved her mother?s piano playing and wanted to be just like her. When she was just four years old she played her first piano concert and as she grew up she studied and wrote music hoping one day to hear her own music performed by an orchestra.This is the story of a brilliant musician who prevailed against race and gender prejudices to become the first Black woman to be recognised as a symphonic composer and be performed by a major American orchestra in 1933.
£8.54
Starfish Bay Publishing Pty Ltd Cat Plays a Drum
Book SynopsisIn this story in the Cat and Friends series of full-colour board books, Cat and his friends enjoy making music together, until Bear needs to take a nap. But when Bear starts to snore, Cat can’t help tapping his drum, and his friends join in while Bear sleeps on. Bold illustrations and simple rhyming text enable new readers to develop their vocabulary, as well as encouraging the recognition and understanding of word structure through phonics. Printed as a board book, the story is nicely designed for toddlers, preschool, and kindergarten readers, introducing young children to a range of vocabulary terms, rhyme, rhythm, and onomatopoeia.
£6.99
