New England Dancing Masters

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This versatile collection is a wonderful compilation of traditional and Anglo/American dances. The dances can be done by all ages and are intended to help build respect and confidence through longways, circle, square, Sicilian circle, and contra formations.

Sashay the Donut

Book Third Edition

This collection follows Chimes of Dunkirk, and the music is interchangeable. Features include a chapter on composing dances, and a brief introduction on calling dances. A glossary, tune transcriptions, and combined index for Chimes and Mockingbird are also included. The 24 dances can be done by all ages and are intended for use in building respect and confidence. The recording, which features full length reels, jigs, polkas, and waltzes performed by fine New England musicians, provides an opportunity for the teacher to dance along with the students.

Listen to the Mockingbird

Book

Drawing on their extensive experience in the classroom, Mary Alice Amidon and Andy Davis have assembled their favorite movement activities for children in preschool, kindergarten and the early primary grades. The collection consists of instructions and music transcriptions, and the included DVD and CD will help your students learn by seeing and hearing.

I'm Growing Up

Book & Online Audio

The New England Dancing Masters are internationally celebrated for bringing traditional Anglo-American dances and singing games to untold numbers of children and adults of all ages. Their workshops have trained thousands of music teachers, physical education teachers, recreation leaders and dance callers throughout the US and the world. Alabama Gal contains 9 favorite selections from the 100+ dances and singing games in the New England Dancing Masters 5 current collections, all together in one convenient volume. Included are written instructions, a code to access video demonstrating the dances, and an audio to accompany the dancing. Songs include: Old Brass Wagon (singing game, circle of partners); Highland Gates (singing game/circle, no partners); Noble Duke of York (singing game/dance, longways set); Sasha (scatter mixer dance); Chimes of Dunkirk (longways dance); Heel and Toe Polka (9 circle mixer dance); Kings and Queens (longways dance); Alabama Gal (singing game/dance, longways set); and Circassian Circle (circle mixer dance).

Alabama Gal

Book & Online Media

This teaches 20 traditional square, circle, longways, and contra dances. These dances are drawn from the folk traditions of North America and the British Isles. Each section begins with a description of the dance and a diagram for each formation. Ideas for teaching dance successfully in schools, a glossary of dance terms, and transcriptions of the dance tunes are included. The dances follow easy-going walking steps, skipping, and sashaying. Using the recording which includes all the music needed to teach the dances, this allows the teacher to dance along with the students. Use the handy DVD to gain tips and techniques on teaching 17 of the traditional dances from the Chimes collection.

Chimes of Dunkirk

Deeply rooted in timeless folk traditions, this inspired collection of 75 music and movement activities is a compelling framework for bringing music into the lives of young children and their families and classrooms. Downloadable audio and online video are included with the book.

Two Little Blackbirds

Book & Online Audio with Online Video

Here are instructions to 25 more classroom proven traditional singing games for all ages from the United States and the British Isles. Included are tips on teaching dance in the classroom, transcriptions of the melodies, and a glossary of dance terms. The CD recording includes children's voices and enables easy learning of the melodies by ear. This new book and CD combination will certainly appeal to elementary music teachers and anyone else involved in music making in the classroom or community.

Down in the Valley

This is the 2014 edition of the original 1992 collection of 21 of Peter and Mary Alice Amidon's favorite traditional singing games from the United States and the British Isles. Included are tips on teaching dance in the classroom, transcriptions of the melodies, and a glossary of dance terms.  The CD features the Amidon family (when Sam and Stefan were sopranos) singing the songs accompanied by a variety of instruments. Two new replacement cuts, Alabama Gal and Noble Duke of York, are dynamic accompaniments for classroom dancing.

Rise Sally Rise

Ignite the joy of music with "Any Jig or Reel," a lively collection arranged by Becky Tracy, Keith Murphy, and Andy Davis. Perfect for elementary games and activities, this piece brings the festive spirit of New England dances to young performers, fostering an engaging and interactive musical experience. - Note: This music is composed by humans. No human-written product description is available, limiting search visibility. The AI-assisted description is for reference only.

Any Jig or Reel

This is New England Dancing Master's release of the first in their "Music for Dance" series. Other Side Of The Tracks features the group "Assembly," one of the most talented and cutting edge contra dance bands in the U.S., creating a feast of musical moods. �The album is a collection of reels and jigs intended to supplement the jig and reel medleys in New England Dancing Masters Chimes and Mockingbird CD's �Use this CD as great music to dance to, or simply as a fantastic listening album. �Grades 3 and up.

Other Side of the Tracks

This collection includes but a handful of the countless traditional singing games that have been danced, sung and passed on by generations of children throughout the U.S. and the British Isles. The purpose of the book is to make these 21 singing games more accessible to anyone who works with children. Some games may become part of the playground culture, or they may be shared by the children and teacher as part of the dance repertoire in the classroom. Since singing games have always been integral to music education, this collection can be an important part of developing a dance tradition in your school or community. Tips on teaching dance in the classroom, transcriptions of the melodies, and a glossary of dance terms are included. The CD recording features the Amidon family singing all the songs accompanied by a variety of instruments. 46 pages.

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