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Rowman & Littlefield Spotlight on Making Music with Special Learners:
Book SynopsisThis book gathers articles from state journals that give music teachers ideas on how to include special needs students, discusses why special learners benefit from music education, offers suggestions for dealing with specific types of special needs students, and addresses teachers' responsibilities and support under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
£36.90
Rowman & Littlefield Spotlight on Transition to Teaching Music:
Book SynopsisThe latest title in the popular Spotlight series, this timely book focuses on recruitment and retention of music teachers, a crucial issue in these days of budget constraints. Arranged chronologically, it features a collection of articles from state journals focusing on issues such as mentoring, teacher shortages, burnout, and professional development options.
£40.50
Rowman & Littlefield Teaching Jazz: A Course of Study
Book SynopsisThis book provides guidance on starting a jazz-oriented program in conjunction with any existing program. Organized in six levels from Beginner to Advanced, it is suitable for any age or grade level and is designed so students and teachers can work at their own pace. Developed by the International Association for Jazz Education Curriculum Committee. A publication of IAJE and MENC.Table of ContentsChapter 1 How to Use This Curriculum Guide Chapter 2 Rationales for Jazz Education Chapter 3 Scope and Sequence of Instruction Chapter 4 Teaching Recommendations Chapter 5 Jazz in General Music Chapter 6 Jazz in Instrumental Music Chapter 7 Jazz in Vocal Music Chapter 8 Resources for Jazz Education
£34.20
Rowman & Littlefield The School Music Program: A New Vision
Book SynopsisThe School Music Program: A New Vision provides music educators with a blueprint for music curricula based on the best practices of the past, modified to meet the needs of the future. In addition to K-12 National Standards, The School Music Program contains prekindergarten standards developed by MENC: The National Association for Music Education, as well as an explanation of their impact on music educators. The School Music Program details the ways in which standards-driven curricula better serve American students. Together with Opportunity-to-Learn Standards for Music Instruction: Grades PreK-12, The School Music Program: A New Vision challenges those who are committed to high-quality music instruction to work together to improve the teaching and learning of music in the nation's schools.Table of ContentsChapter 1 Preface Chapter 2 Introduction Chapter 3 Prekindergarten (Ages 2-4) Chapter 4 Grades K-4 Chapter 5 Grades 5-8 Chapter 6 Grades 9-12 Chapter 7 Outline of Sequential Learning Chapter 8 Glossary Chapter 9 Standards Publications
£31.50
MENC - The National Association for Music Education Guidelines for Performances of School Music
Book SynopsisHelps music educators, school administrators, school boards, and citizens develop their own local music program guidelines for balancing education and social needs. This work includes suggested concert limits for band, orchestra, and choral groups at various levels and tips about travel and programming for community events.
£34.20
Rowman & Littlefield General Music Today Yearbook: Fall 2006-Spring
Book SynopsisGeneral Music Today is a publication of MENC: The National Association for Music Education for the Society of General Music. The journal features articles of interest to teachers specializing in general music at all levels from early childhood through high school, particularly works that describe successful practices, share teaching strategies or materials, and suggest new ideas and issues of concern to general music educators. General Music Today is currently published online and available to all MENC members on its Web site, www.menc.org.Table of ContentsPart 1 Full Issue: General Music Today, Fall 2006, Volume 20, Number 1 Part 2 Full Issue: General Music Today, Winter 2007, Volume 20, Number 2 Part 3 Full Issue: General Music Today, Spring 2007, Volume 20, Number 3
£34.20
Rowman & Littlefield Update: Applications of Research in Music
Book SynopsisUpdate: Applications of Research in Music Education Yearbook is a publication of MENC: The National Association for Music Education that features articles of interest to music teachers at all levels. Articles in Update focus on the interpretation of research and its application in the classroom. Both reviews of the literature and the findings of individual studies are presented in the journal without using research terminology or jargon. Topics include peer tutoring in the general music classroom, musical aptitude and academic ability, training teachers with little or no music background, and sources of tension for music teachers. Literature reviews include sight-reading ability, music preference and music education, and the term "multicultural" and related terms. Anyone interested in the application of research in music education is invited to become an MENC member and access this journal online at www.menc.org.Table of ContentsChapter 1 Characteristics of Teacher-Directed Modeling in High School Choral Rehearsals Chapter 2 Use of Classwide Peer Tutoring in the General Music Classroom Chapter 3 An Investigation of the Association between the Music Aptitude of Elementary Students and Their Biological Parents Chapter 4 Instrumental Aptitude Versus Academic Ability as a Predictor of Beginning Instrumental Music Achievement and Retention: Research and Implications Chapter 5 Cognition and Motor Execution in Piano Sight-Reading: A Review of Literature Chapter 6 Sight-Reading Ability in Wind and Percussion Students: A Review of Recent Literature Chapter 7 Announcements
£31.50
Rowman & Littlefield Spotlight on Teaching Orchestra: Selected
Book SynopsisProvides orchestra teachers with techniques for conducting, choosing repertoire, program development, recruiting, playing styles, and preparing for competitions. The latest in MENC’s popular Spotlight series, comprising articles that have appeared in state MEA journals.
£36.90
Rowman & Littlefield It Works For Me: The National Anthem and Other
Book SynopsisThis collection of tried-and-true ideas from real music teachers all over the United States can help teachers who are looking for new ways to bring 'The Star-Spangled Banner' and other patriotic tunes into their music programs. More than 100 music teachers describe how they connect patriotic music with historical events, help students learn lyrics, conquer musical challenges, and reach out to the school and the community using patriotic music.
£17.09
Rowman & Littlefield Spotlight on Technology in the Music Classroom:
Book SynopsisLearn how to teach with technology, make the most of the Internet, buy and use hardware and software, enhance digital and audio recording, and improve classroom administration. This book can help music educators manage all aspects of technology in the music classroom. Each book in MENC's Spotlight series contains articles previously published in state MEA journals.Table of Contents1 Teaching with Technology 2 Technology and World Musics 3 Using Internet Technology 4 Technology and Web Resources 5 Computer Technology: Hardware and Software 6 Digital Audio and Recording Technology 7 Administration and Technology 8 Why Technology in the Music Classroom?
£34.20
Rowman & Littlefield Exploring Careers in Music
Book SynopsisThis updated and expanded edition includes dozens of new and revised entries that reflect changes in music career opportunities and required skills and training. A valuable resource for teachers and their students, college placement offices, and school libraries, and an indispensable guide for those eager to embark on a rewarding career path.
£27.00
Rowman & Littlefield Strategies for Success in Band & Orchestra
Book SynopsisLeaders in band and orchestra education offer strategies to meet the challenges of high quality instrumental programs.
£18.80
Rowman & Littlefield Vision for Arts Education in the 21st Century
Book SynopsisPresents the ideas and ideals behind the development of the National Standards for Arts Education.
£27.24
Rowman & Littlefield Journal of Music Teacher Education Yearbook: Fall
Book SynopsisEach year, the Journal of Music Teacher Education provides music teacher educators and others interested in the training of music teachers with information on the latest issues, trends, and research in music teacher education. The journal, which is available online to all members of MENC: The National Association for Music Education, is now being offered as a paperback yearbook comprising all articles in a volume year. The 2007 Journal of Music Teacher Education Yearbook includes all the articles and columns from Volume 16 of the journal, published online in Fall 2006 and Spring 2007. The articles cover a variety of topics related to music teacher education, such as professional development, the National Association of Schools of Music standards for teacher education, music for students with special needs, interaction between university and public school music teachers, the attrition and retention of music educators, and mentoring graduate teaching assistants. The following authors are featured in the 2007 Yearbook: James R. Austin, Vicki D. Baker, Elizabeth L. Braun, Frederick W. Burrack, Suzanne Burton, Jeffrey E. Bush, Don Ester, Jere L. Forsythe, William E. Fredrickson, Gena R. Greher, Rhonda S. Hackworth, Janice Killian, Daryl W. Kinney, Maureen T. Makowski, Carol McDowell, Izzet Mergen, Jennifer Scott Miceli, James B. Morford, Jessica Napoles, Martha Rowe, John W. Scheib, Elise Sobol, Kimberly VanWeelden, Jennifer Whipple
£23.75
Rowman & Littlefield Agenda For Excellence in Music at the Middle
Book SynopsisThis book addresses some of the most important issues that face music educators at the middle level.
£31.50
Rowman & Littlefield General Music Today Yearbook: Fall 2005-Spring
Book SynopsisGeneral Music Today is a publication of MENC: The National Association for Music Education for the Society of General Music. The journal features articles of interest to teachers specializing in general music at all levels from early childhood through high school, particularly works that describe successful practices, share teaching strategies or materials, and suggest new ideas and issues of concern to general music educators. General Music Today is currently published online and available to all MENC members on its Web site, www.menc.org.Table of ContentsChapter 1 Music Learning through All the Channels: Combining Aural, Visual, and Kinesthetic Strategies to Develop Musical Understanding Chapter 2 Using Rubrics as an Assessment Tool in Your Classroom Chapter 3 Ghanian Folk Songs: Training Ground for Music and Social Skill Development Chapter 4 From the Bookshelf Chapter 5 Multicultural Resources Chapter 6 Nursery Rhymes: Foundation for Learning Chapter 7 Connecting the Dots: From Absolutes to Continua Chapter 8 A Proactive Strategy for Working with Children who Have Special Needs
£30.00
Rowman & Littlefield Music Makes the Difference: Music, Brain
Book SynopsisProvides important reference materials that can be used in efforts to maintain quality music programs and promote music education.
£36.20
MENC - The National Association for Music Education Beyond the Classroom
Book SynopsisProvides practical help to music educators about working and interacting with a wide range of individuals and groups, including district administrators, school board members, principals, counselors, other teachers, the media, parents, the community, arts organizations, and government officials.
£21.19
Rowman & Littlefield Model Music Programs: Ideas for Everyone
Book SynopsisModel Music Programs: Ideas for Everyone presents practical applications from the selected programs, as well as the best of the rest of the applicants, to share with all music educators. Learn how creative music teachers have built successful music programs in categories such as obtaining outside funding, partnering with the community, serving students with special needs, multicultural and interdisciplinary learning, and collaborating with professionals. In addition, use the wealth of resources to replicate the successful aspects of the model programs. In a nationwide search for model music programs, MENC judges selected twelve programs for special recognition. Model Music Programs: Ideas for Everyone showcases the selected programs in four categories: technology, interdisciplinary and multicultural learning, music for all, and standards-based learning. See how each selected program handles resources, scheduling, facilities, community and booster club support, as well as budget and school administration support. Model Music Programs: Ideas for Everyone also examines characteristics that contributed to the success of the model programs: adequate resources, universality, exemplary personnel, strong community ties, and a clear creative vision.Trade ReviewModel Music Programs: Ideas for Everyone offers a wealth of ideas and informational resources for music educators in exceptionally diverse economic, cultural, and demographic settings. The book is a valuable gift from the teacher-leaders who shared their educational successes and truly exemplifies one of the great strengths of our profession—learning from each other. -- Dee Hansen, associate professor of music education and chair of graduate music education at the Hartt School of Music, University of HartforMusic teachers of all genres and levels can find useful strategies in this book. The model programs share ideas from guitar for lower-functioning special needs students to ideal facilities with a $2 million rehearsal space. The summaries and analyses were especially informative, and the practical applications can help create momentum to move from information to action. I especially love the list of resources and Web sites! -- Lynn Brinckmeyer, president, MENC: The National Association for Music EducationModel Music Programs: Ideas for Everyone is a valuable contribution to the growing library of materials available to ALL music educators. Filled with pragmatic examples of successful ideas, it serves as a positive blueprint for all those interested in creating a quality music programs in the school setting. It is a first class resource guide based on real-life experiences. -- Tim Lautzenheiser, founder, Attitude Concepts for Today, Inc., executive director, Education for Conn-Selmer, Inc., and the Earl Dunn DistinguishedThis publication can help music teachers and administrators who are faced with decisions about how to make improvements to their music programs. * American Music Teacher, January 2009 *This book is an indispensable tool for music educators and educational leaders working toward strengthening their music curriculum. -- David Vodila, International Confederation of Principals and past president, National Association of Secondary School PrincipalsTable of ContentsChapter 1 Introduction: What This Book Is About Chapter 2 Technology and Music Education Chapter 3 Learning from Each Other: Interdisciplinary Learning and Cultural Music Chapter 4 Music for All Chapter 5 Standards-Based Programs Chapter 6 The Big Picture Chapter 7 Practical Applications Chapter 8 Other Programs
£76.50
Rowman & Littlefield Teacher to Teacher: A Music Educator's Survival
Book SynopsisAddressing the issue of teacher retention, this practical guide is full of real-life strategies and suggestions for coping with the challenges facing teachers today. An excellent resource for beginning teachers, it includes chapters on classroom management, relationships with colleagues and students, setting goals, curriculum, training, working with parents and the community, and the importance of staying musical.
£41.40
Rowman & Littlefield Spotlight on Teaching Chorus: Selected Articles
Book SynopsisThis book provides choral music teachers with a variety of techniques that can be applied to conducting, choosing repertoire, program development, recruiting, vocal coaching, and preparing for competitions. A volume in MENC's popular Spotlight series, this book comprises relevant articles that have appeared in MENC state affiliate magazines in recent years.Table of Contents1 Rehearsal Strategies 2 Selecting Repertoire 3 Vocal Technique 4 Program Development 5 Conducting and Score Study 6 Performance 7 Copyright and Recording 8 Adjucdication and Competition 9 Inspiration
£36.90
Rowman & Littlefield Spotlight on Teaching Band: Selected Articles
Book SynopsisCovers a wide range of topics including practice techniques, repertoire selection, the art of conducting, and recruiting new band members. One of MENC's popular Spotlight series comprising articles first published in the state MEA journals.Table of Contents1 Developing the Musician 2 Repertoire 3 Cross-Curricular Projects 4 Conducting 5 Fine-Tuning 6 Adjudication and Competition 7 Marching and Pep Bands 8 Promoting the Music Program
£36.90
Rowman & Littlefield Teaching Wind and Percussion Instruments: A
Book SynopsisAn overview of a comprehensive band program with a detailed listing of the specific concepts and skills and the performance level at which each is normally introduced and reinforced.Table of ContentsPart 1 Overview Part 2 Organization of the Document Part 3 How to Use This Course of Study Chapter 4 MENC Grade Cluster/Performance Level Correlations Part 5 Band Course of Study Flow Chart Part 6 Skills and Concepts—Recommended Performance Levels Part 7 Sample Activities and Materials Chapter 8 Individual Performance and Listening Skills Chapter 9 Basic Wind Instrument Skills Chapter 10 Advanced Wind Instrument Skills Chapter 11 Specific Instrument Skills Chapter 12 Ensemble Performance and Listening Skills Chapter 13 Musical Concepts Chapter 14 Historical Concepts Chapter 15 Creativity and Valuing Concepts Part 16 Appendix Chapter 17 Texts and Methods Chapter 18 Music Resources
£32.40
Rowman & Littlefield Spotlight on Early Childhood Music Education:
Book SynopsisDiscusses various approaches to early childhood music education, music for infants and toddlers, assessment, and more. One of MENC's popular Spotlight series comprising articles first published in the state MEA journals.
£41.76
Rowman & Littlefield Aiming for Excellence: The Impact of the
Book SynopsisThe School of Music of the University of Michigan commissioned a series of papers from distinguished authorities on the effects of the standards at the state and local levels, which were presented at a 1996 symposium cosponsored by MENC and the School of Music.
£38.00
MENC - The National Association for Music Education Growing Up Complete The Imperative for Music
Book SynopsisThe National Commission on Music Education's 1991 report to Congress and the administration, based on the principle that music and the other arts have intrinsic value and are essential for a comprehensive, well-balanced education.Table of ContentsPart 1 A Declaration of Concern Part 2 Members of the National Commission on Music Education Part 3 An Introduction and an Invitation Part 4 Preface Part 5 Growing Up Complete: The Imperative for Music Education Chapter 6 I. "Our Culture Is Dying" Chapter 7 II. Education Without Music Chapter 8 III. Education With Music Chapter 9 IV. Making It Happen: Mounting a National Effort Part 10 Acknowledments Part 11 Appendices Chapter 12 Appendix A: Witnesses Before the National Commission on Music Education Chapter 13 Appendix B: Endorsing and Supporting Organizations
£28.50
MENC - The National Association for Music Education The Complete String Guide Standards Programs
Book SynopsisComprehensive information on beginning, building, and sustaining a high-quality string program. Appropriate for the upper elementary through high school levels. A joint publication of the American String Teachers Association with National School Orchestra Association and MENC.
£42.93
Rowman & Littlefield Model Music Programs: Ideas for Everyone
Book SynopsisModel Music Programs: Ideas for Everyone presents practical applications from the selected programs, as well as the best of the rest of the applicants, to share with all music educators. Learn how creative music teachers have built successful music programs in categories such as obtaining outside funding, partnering with the community, serving students with special needs, multicultural and interdisciplinary learning, and collaborating with professionals. In addition, use the wealth of resources to replicate the successful aspects of the model programs. In a nationwide search for model music programs, MENC judges selected twelve programs for special recognition. Model Music Programs: Ideas for Everyone showcases the selected programs in four categories: technology, interdisciplinary and multicultural learning, music for all, and standards-based learning. See how each selected program handles resources, scheduling, facilities, community and booster club support, as well as budget and school administration support. Model Music Programs: Ideas for Everyone also examines characteristics that contributed to the success of the model programs: adequate resources, universality, exemplary personnel, strong community ties, and a clear creative vision.Trade ReviewModel Music Programs: Ideas for Everyone offers a wealth of ideas and informational resources for music educators in exceptionally diverse economic, cultural, and demographic settings. The book is a valuable gift from the teacher-leaders who shared their educational successes and truly exemplifies one of the great strengths of our profession—learning from each other. -- Dee Hansen, associate professor of music education and chair of graduate music education at the Hartt School of Music, University of HartforMusic teachers of all genres and levels can find useful strategies in this book. The model programs share ideas from guitar for lower-functioning special needs students to ideal facilities with a $2 million rehearsal space. The summaries and analyses were especially informative, and the practical applications can help create momentum to move from information to action. I especially love the list of resources and Web sites! -- Lynn Brinckmeyer, president, MENC: The National Association for Music EducationModel Music Programs: Ideas for Everyone is a valuable contribution to the growing library of materials available to ALL music educators. Filled with pragmatic examples of successful ideas, it serves as a positive blueprint for all those interested in creating a quality music programs in the school setting. It is a first class resource guide based on real-life experiences. -- Tim Lautzenheiser, founder, Attitude Concepts for Today, Inc., executive director, Education for Conn-Selmer, Inc., and the Earl Dunn DistinguishedThis publication can help music teachers and administrators who are faced with decisions about how to make improvements to their music programs. * American Music Teacher, January 2009 *This book is an indispensable tool for music educators and educational leaders working toward strengthening their music curriculum. -- David Vodila, International Confederation of Principals and past president, National Association of Secondary School PrincipalsTable of ContentsChapter 1 Introduction: What This Book Is About Chapter 2 Technology and Music Education Chapter 3 Learning from Each Other: Interdisciplinary Learning and Cultural Music Chapter 4 Music for All Chapter 5 Standards-Based Programs Chapter 6 The Big Picture Chapter 7 Practical Applications Chapter 8 Other Programs
£34.20
Rowman & Littlefield Spotlight on Assessment in Music Education:
Book SynopsisFull of valuable tips and commentary that will help music teachers effectively assess the music skills of their students. One of MENC's popular Spotlight series comprising articles first published in the state MEA journals.
£34.20
Rowman & Littlefield Teaching Choral Music: A Course of Study
Book SynopsisTeaching Choral Music provides teachers with assistance in developing a course of study. This book, which discusses appropriate skills and concepts in sequential order, was designed for use with The School Music Program: Description and Standards to improve the quality of music instruction at all levels.Table of ContentsPart 1 Curricular, Extra-Curricular, and Quasi-Curricular Choral Opportunities Part 2 Repertoire Part 3 Considerations for Preparing Music for Study and Performance Part 4 Vocal Skills ad Choral Techniques Part 5 The Choral Warm-Up Part 6 Children's Choir Part 7 Junior High and Middle School Choirs Part 8 Aspects of the Choral Music Program Part 9 Music Concept Framework Part 10 Prototype Lessons Chapter 11 Buttermilk Hill Chapter 12 Cantate Domino Canticum Novum Chapter 13 Coulters Candy Chapter 14 Crawdad Hole Chapter 15 David's Lamentation Chapter 16 Let Sounds of Joy Be Heard Chapter 17 Lord, I Sing a Song of Joy Chapter 18 O Music, Thou Most Lovely Art Chapter 19 Rejoice in the Lord Alway Chapter 20 Ríu, Ríu, Chíu Chapter 21 Sing We and Chant It Chapter 22 Six Folk Songs Chapter 23 This We Know Chapter 24 Three Canons for Voice Chapter 25 Vanitas Vanitatum Chapter 26 We Hasten, O Jesu Part 27 Evaluation of the Choral Music Program Part 28 Glossary Part 29 Bibliography
£34.20
Rowman & Littlefield School Music Program: Description and Standards
Book SynopsisA forerunner to the National Standards for Arts Education that were issued in 1994. Recommended achievements and standards are provided for early childhood, grades 1-3, 4-6, 6-8, and grades 9-12. Information about the scheduling, course offerings, staffing, materials and equipment, and facilities music teachers need to help their students achieve and meet standards appropriate to their grade levels are also provided.
£27.16
Rowman & Littlefield ...And Music for All
Book SynopsisMembers of the U.S. Congress share their visions for our nation's children in this publication. Features full page photographs of and inspirational messages from forty-three Senators and ninety-eight Representatives who believe that every child should have an education that includes music.
£61.00
MENC - The National Association for Music Education Teaching Stringed Instruments A Course of Study
Book SynopsisPresents an overview of the elementary through high school curriculum, the goals of the course of study, scope and sequence of instruction, and teaching recommendations. Developed by the MENC Task Force on String Education Course of Study.
£41.80