Rehearse! - A Guide and Card Pack to Improve Choral Teaching through Self-Evaluation
James Jordan
Rehearse! will help you challenge and inspire your choir in every rehearsal. This Guide helps conductors through a rigorous process of evaluating and improving rehearsal technique by developing nonverbal rehearsal skills. Rehearsal technique is both an art and a process. This invaluable self-study program will improve the pedagogy of your rehearsals as well as your technique. Learn More
Handbook for the Music Mentor
Colleen M. Conway, Michael V. Smith, and Thomas M. Hodgman
This exceptional handbook is for anyone who is passionate about mentoring our newest generation of music educators- from their time as undergraduate music majors, to their forays as student teachers, and ultimately through their formative first years on the job. Learn More
The Book of Church Songs and Spirituals
Compiled by John Feierabend
& Madeline Bridges
Years in the making, this comprehensive collection of church songs and spirituals is perfect for anyone looking for great songs for children's choir rehearsals, Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, church and vesper services, church camps, "singings," fellowship events, revival services, elementary music classrooms, and other church, music, and social gatherings. Learn More
The Practice of Assessment in Music Education
Edited by Timothy Brophy
Representing 27 states and 13 nations, leaders in music assessment shared current thought, research, and practices at the April 2009 Music Assessment Conference in Gainesville, Florida. The presenters who attended the symposium provided insight and practical information regarding assessment in state and national contexts; schools and school districts; music classrooms; and higher education and music teacher education. Learn More
Essential Preparation for Beginning Instrumental Music Instruction.
Edwin E. Gordon
In this volume, Dr. Gordon outlines how to build a Listening Vocabulary, a Singing and Chanting Vocabulary, an Improvisation Vocabulary, a Reading Vocabulary, and a Writing Vocabulary. This thought-provoking and practical book provides tools for building all of these vocabularies in young musicians, setting the stage for unprecedented success in beginning instrumental music. Learn More
Society and Musical Development -
Another Pandora Paradox
Edwin E. Gordon
In this remarkable book, Dr. Gordon imagines conversations about music and music learning from the perspective of composers and conductors, professors and deans, school music teachers...even the parent and the bureaucrat.
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What Great Music!
For ages 0 to 6
Classical selections to hear
and to see
Each selection links to a delightful illustration and brief line of verse in the full-color booklet. It's a perfect way for kids to immerse themselves in the world of music.
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The Best of Lomax the Hound of Music
Four episodes selected by John M. Feierabend
Meet the dog Lomax, his cat friend Delta, their human Amy, and fleas Louise and Clark as they make music, laugh, and together seek out and sing new folk songs while traveling the American landscape in their train-caboose home.
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Simon Carrington:
The Empowered Choral Rehearsal DVD
by James Jordan
Carrington's overriding passion for engaging every singer in the ensemble is revealed in detail as visionary choral educator James Jordan gives Carrington the reigns of The Westminster Williamson Voices of Rider University's Westminster Choir College. Learn More
Tonal and Rhythm Skills Development
Richard F. Grunow, Edwin E. Gordon, and Christopher D. Azzara
The purpose of this CD is to help develop facility with tonal patterns and rhythm patterns, first with neutral syllables and then with tonal syllables (solfege) and rhythm syllables based on tonal and rhythm functions. Learn More
The Derby Ram
A new picture book from John M. Feierabend
Adapted by John M. Feierabend
Illustrated by Jackie Roche
The tall tale and children's folksong, "The Derby Ram," has delighted children (and adults) for generations, and is stunningly brought to life in this new storybook from John M. Feierabend and Jackie Roche. Learn More
Teaching Music through Performance in Band, Vol. 1 NEW! SECOND EDITION
Larry Blocher, Eugene Migliaro Corporon, Ray Cramer, Tim Lautzenheiser, Edward S. Lisk, and Richard Miles; compiled and edited by Richard Miles
Freshly revised and completely rewritten, the landmark book that broke new ground now contains more theoretical, practical, and analytical insights than ever. Learn More
Evoking Sound - Fundamentals of Choral Conducting Second Edition with DVD
Now significantly revised and expanded, James Jordan's groundbreaking book incorporates more than ten years of new conducting insights, pedagogy, and philosophy to create a resource that is not only informative but transformative. Learn More
Toward Center NEW!
James Jordan and Nova Thomas
In this book, conductor and educator James Jordan details how the power of Center grounds performance, teaching, and learning, bringing the reader full circle to the ideas first introduced in his best-selling book The Musician's Soul. Nova Thomas, an acclaimed singer and master teacher, relates how she employs Centering in her work preparing actors and vocalists for their life on the stage. Learn More
Teaching Music through Performance in Band, Vol. 1 (Bundle)
All Volume 1 components of the Teaching Music through Performance in Band series now available at a special bundle price! Includes: Teaching Music through Performance in Band, Vol. 1 book (G-4484), Newly recorded Resource Recordings of the best-known works composed for Grades 2-6 (CD-419, CD-490, CD-817 and CD-818). Learn More
Teaching Music through Performance in Band, Resource Recordings, Vol. 7 Grade 4 NEW!
North Texas Wind Symphony Showa Wind Symphony Eugene Migliaro Corporon, conductor
Georgia State University Symphonic Wind Ensemble
Robert Ambrose, conductorContains all 20 Grade 4 works and selected Grade 5 pieces analyzed in
Volume 7. A 3-CD audiophile set that maintains the high standards of
this series. Learn More
Teaching Music through Performance in Band, Resource Recordings, Vol. 1 Grades 2 & 3 NEW!
North Texas Wind Symphony Eugene Migliaro Corporon, conductor Learn More
Teaching Music through Performance in Band, Resource Recordings, Vol. 1 Grade 4 NEW!
North Texas Wind Symphony Eugene Migliaro Corporon, conductor - Keystone Wind Ensemble, Jack Stamp, conductor Learn More
The Conductor's Legacy: Conductors on Conducting for Wind Band NEW!
Compiled and Edited by Paula A. Crider
Paula A. Crider, a seasoned and distinguished band director in her own right, shares the wealth of knowledge gleaned from her interviews of the extraordinary personalities who have changed the landscape of the wind band world in this remarkable book.
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Mr. Holland on the Rebound NEW!
Trey Reely
Author Trey Reely present the trials and rewards of band directing in his unique, rambunctious style. More than 37 illustrated articles chock full of laughter and wisdom await you from the author of Mr. Holland on the Edge.
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Master Conductor: H. Robert Reynolds NEW!
"Things I Believe"
with Tim Lautzenheiser
In this one-on-one conversation with Tim Lautzenheiser, Prof. Reynolds
provides practical insights that will help any band conductor. In addition, theconversation reveals Prof. Reynolds' personal quest for knowledge, his drive to engage the legends of the music world, and how his teachers and mentors have helped him to pursue excellence.
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Musings NEW! from GIA Windworks Series
GIA WindWorks represents a new relationship between the North Texas Wind Symphony and GIA Publications. Thanks to GIA's generous support and commitment to wind music, it has been possible for the ensemble to continue to produce recordings of the highest quality.
Archetypes NEW! from GIA Windworks Series
GIA WindWorks represents a new relationship between the North Texas Wind Symphony and GIA Publications. Thanks to GIA's generous support and commitment to wind music, it has been possible for the ensemble to continue to produce recordings of the highest quality.
What Every Violinist Needs to Know About the Body NEW!
Jennifer Johnson
What Every Violinist Needs to Know about the Body is a comprehensive volume on using Body Mapping technique to help violinists prevent injury and develop the physical freedom and sensitivity needed for technical mastery. Beginning with the fundamental
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Music Curriculum Writing 101 NEW!
Denese Odegaard
Help music students learn more in less time, reach higher goals, and become active participants in their education. This important book takes you through the steps needed to create an effective music education
curriculum for you, your school, and your district.
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Evoking Sound - Fundamentals of Choral Conducting Second Edition with DVD
Now significantly revised and expanded, James Jordan's groundbreaking book incorporates more then ten years of new conducting insights, pedagogy, and philosophy to create a resource that is not only informative but transformative. Learn More
NEW - Version 2.0 Available Now! Audiation Assistant 2.0 CD-ROM by Bruce Dalby
is a stand-alone program of audiation development,
but can also be used in conjunction with Jump Right In: The General Music Series or Jump Right In: The Instrumental Series.
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Wisdom, Wit, and Will: Women Choral Conductors on Their Art Compiled and Edited by Joan Conlon
Written by thirteen of the most significant voices in the choral profession.
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Choral Vocal Technique by Sabine Horstman: Continuing the teaching legacy of Frauke Haasemann.
First published in German; now available in English.
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The Complete Conductor's Guide to Laban Movement Theory
by Lisa Billingham
Movement is at the core of conducting and Rudolf Laban (1879���1958) is considered perhaps the most influential scholar of human movement.
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The School Choral Program: Student Motivation DVD
Tim Lautzenheiser and James Jordan. To build a successful high school music program is to empower student leaders. But what does it really mean to be a student leader?
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1The Choral Challenge: Practical Paths to Solving Problems by Michael Kemp
Michael Kemp brings a lifetime of experience living and working in the choral world to create a truly remarkable and practical book.
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Dialogues, Volume 2: Weston Noble, Charles Bruffy, James Jordan
Listen in on a conversation as one of America's great choral conductors, Weston Noble, shares his ideas and beliefs with other notable choral conductors Charles Bruffy and James Jordan.
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Inscape: Choral Music of Gerald Custer
(GIA ChoralWorks)
With this new recording, Gerald Custer firmly establishes himself as a major talent in choral composition. Gloriously performed by the voices of Anam Cara, conducted by James Jordan, this CD is simply breathtaking.
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Teaching Music through Performance in Band, Vol. 1 NEW! SECOND EDITION
Larry Blocher, Eugene Migliaro Corporon, Ray Cramer, Tim Lautzenheiser, Edward S. Lisk, and Richard Miles; compiled and edited by Richard Miles
Freshly revised and completely rewritten, the landmark book that broke new ground now contains more theoretical, practical, and analytical insights than ever. Learn More
Teaching Music through Performance in Band, Resource Recordings, Vol. 1 Grade 5 NEW!
Eugene Migliaro Corporon, artistic director Learn More
Teaching Music through Performance in Band, Resource Recordings, Vol. 7 Grade 4 NEW!
North Texas Wind Symphony Showa Wind Symphony Eugene Migliaro Corporon, conductor
Georgia State University Symphonic Wind Ensemble
Robert Ambrose, conductorContains all 20 Grade 4 works and selected Grade 5 pieces analyzed in
Volume 7. A 3-CD audiophile set that maintains the high standards of
this series. Learn More
The Conductor's Legacy: Conductors on Conducting for Wind Band NEW!
Compiled and Edited by Paula A. Crider
Paula A. Crider, a seasoned and distinguished band director in her own right, shares the wealth of knowledge gleaned from her interviews of the extraordinary personalities who have changed the landscape of the wind band world in this remarkable book.
Learn More
Mr. Holland on the Rebound NEW!
Trey Reely
Author Trey Reely present the trials and rewards of band directing in his unique, rambunctious style. More than 37 illustrated articles chock full of laughter and wisdom await you from the author of Mr. Holland on the Edge.
Learn More
Musings NEW! from GIA Windworks Series
Archetypes NEW! from GIA Windworks Series
Improve Games for One Player NEW!
Jeffrey Agrell
Improv Games for One Player is an addictive book of musical games designed to help you be more expressive and musical in your music-making.
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What Every Violinist Needs to Know About the Body NEW!
Jenifer Johnson
What Every Violinist Needs to Know about the Body is a comprehensive volume on using Body Mapping technique to help violinists prevent injury and develop the physical freedom and sensitivity needed for technical mastery. Beginning with the fundamental
Learn More
Oboemotions: What Every Oboe Player Needs to Know About the Body NEW!
Oboemotions is the definitive volume on using Body Mapping technique to help oboists and other double-reed players prevent injury and develop the physical freedom and sensitivity needed for technical mastery.
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Cosmosis Maximus DVD NEW!
Eugene Migliaro Corporon, conductor Three major works are captureged on this audiophileDVD: ���Cosmosis��� by Susan Botti, ���Concerto for String Quartet��� by Ervín Schulhoff, and Symphony No. 3 ���Circus Maximus��� by John Corgliano. Eugene Corporon and the North Texas Wind Symphony, with the help Women of the A Cappella Choir, Jerry McCoy, Conductor, and the DaPonte String Quartet, and other guest musicians capture virtuoso musicians at the height of their powers. Remarkable! Learn More
What Great Music!
For ages 0 to 6
Classical selections to hear
and to see
Each selection links to a delightful illustration and brief line of verse in the full-color booklet. It���s a perfect way for kids to immerse themselves in the world of music.
Learn More
Jump Right In Kindergarten
Teacher's Guide Book
Jump Right In: Kindergarten is a compelling collection
of songs and activities, brilliantly sequenced with lesson
plans that offer unparalleled educational opportunities, convenience, and affordability. All of these resources are based on the pioneering Music Learning Theory
of Edwin E. Gordon.
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El Patio De Mi Casa - Collected by Gabriela Montoya-Stier
Recordings of the Mexican folksongs in El Patio De Mi Casa, have made it one of the most requested CDs in the GIA catalog. These simple, yet authentic renditions of some of the most beloved children���s folk songs from Mexico are sure to delight.
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Father Grumble
Adapted by John M. Feierabend
Illustrated by Erik Plude
A hilarious take on a timeless story, this picture book will become a favorite of today���s children, another wonderful chapter in the continuing legacy of a delightful, classic songtale. Read! Listen! Sing along! Learn More
Two New Books from Edwin Gordon
Apollonian Apostles: Author Edwin E. Gordon imagines conversations between the true pioneers in the study of music aptitude. Taking a Reasonable and Honest Look at Tonal Solfege and Rhythm Solfege: This book examines the role of solfege as an invaluable tool for the music education professional.
NEW - Version 2.0 Available Now! Audiation Assistant 2.0 CD-ROM by Bruce Dalby
is a stand-alone program of audiation development,
but can also be used in conjunction with Jump Right In: The General Music Series or Jump Right In: The Instrumental Series.
Learn More
Move It! 2, NEW from John M. Feierabend.
This vibrant and innovative DVD, CD, and guidebook set contains everything you need to inspire students of any age to move to great classical music.
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First Steps in Music: for Preschool and Beyond by John M. Feierabend
Advanced research continually points to the importance of music in the lives of young children.
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Scott Lang's Leadership Survival Guide DVD and CD-ROM. A complete leadership curriculum in a box!
This hands-on package is essential for any educator looking to improve student performance in the classroom, on the stage, and beyond.
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The Finale Projects - The New Approach to Learning Finale by Tom Carruth
Imagine getting private lessons from the world's leading Finale expert.
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Scale Your Way to Music Assessment, Paul Kimpton and Delwyn Harnisch
A hands-on, step-by-step action plan for using assessment to improve
your teaching and your students' performances.
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Anatomy of Conducting -
DVD and companion Workbook
by James Jordan & Eugene Migliaro Corporon
A groundbreaking DVD and companion Workbook.
Now Available!
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The Conductor as Leader by Ramona M. Wis
Principles of Leadership Applied to Life on the Podium.
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