This collection of seven detailed lesson plans includes a variety of hands-on activities for exploring Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker Suite. Students will learn and practice their

Jane Frazee has made a major contribution to music education in the United States through her practical teaching and through her published works. In this book, new considerations are offered regarding the

This collection brings to life the framework for music learning proposed in Artful-Playful-Mindful. A compilation of work by a group of Orff practitioners from across the United States, this

Equip your youngest learners with the tools they need to play Orff instruments today! The author shares beginning barred percussion techniques in this resource that works for students as young as

Experience authentic mariachi styles and rhythms in your general music class! Eight traditional Mexican songs transport you and your students to a place rich with harmony and ensemble camaraderie. These

This is a newly revised edition of the 1974 publication.  The classic children's songs, games, jump rope chants, and clapping games come directly from children on the playground.  Maureen has

Many melodies from the classical repertoire are familiar even to children - through television themes, advertising, or even cartoons. These arrangements are scored so that different skill levels can still

Completely redesigned and enhanced, this is the premier series for teaching solfege. With the Conversational Solfege approach, music literacy starts with great literature and an "ear-before-eye"

Spice up the holiday season with this collection of favorites for unison/two-part voices, piano and Orff instruments arranged for classroom or concert performance. Teaching tips are included in the

Enrich your curriculum with these engaging age-appropriate music lessons. This collection, which follows the same formula as the popular What to Teach When series, includes three classroom-tested

An absolutely essential book for the library of any teacher utilizing Orff techniques or contemplating their use, this exceptionally comprehensive, 376-page book is invaluable. Included are year by year

Instruments are so important in a quality music education, but some struggle with using them effectively, especially if you don't have all the instruments you would like to have. Here's the answer! This

Here is a great way to see how the First Steps in Music curriculum and activities are implemented in two general music classes with six-year-olds. On this DVD, you will observe Lillie Feierabend

Advanced research continually points to the importance of music in the lives of young children. Written by John Feierabend, a national leader in early childhood music education, this creatively illustrated

The hands-on activities in this book are designed to give students opportunities to become part of a jazz musical story.  Get ready to sing, move, and scat.  Get out your classroom percussion,

Folk songs, dances, and singing games that Orff teacher, Konnie Saliba, has used in workshops, conferences and Orff courses around the country are highlighted in this collection.  Konnie's mastery of