Early Childhood Music Education
NEW! Conversational Solfege Sign Pack
John M. Feierabend
This convenient package is a much-requested resource for users of John M. Feierabend's acclaimed Conversational Solfege series.
Includes:
• One Stop/Go paddle
• One Echo/Decode paddle
• One metal extendable pointer
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First
Steps in Music for Preschool
and Beyond
The Curriculum
John M. Feierabend
Written by a national
leader in everything you need to lead music class for
preschool and early elementary students. Learn More
Explore the recordings that coordinate with the guide: First Steps in Music for Preschool and Beyond.
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John Feierabend
and Jill Trinka
The great American folk songs and rhymes on these three CDs have enthralled young people for generations.
First Steps in Music for Infants
and Toddlers
John M. Feierabend
This delightfully illustrated book contains everything you need to lead a music class for infants and toddlers. A complete curriculum, birth through 36 months.
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Explore the recordings that coordinate with the guide: First Steps in Music for Infants and Toddlers.
Keeping the Beat!
Compiled by John Feierabend
With 36 short pieces of classical music, this CD will move you with its upbeat tempo.
Performed by Luann Saunders and John Feierabend
Three recordings of classic folk songs and rhymes for birth to 36 months. Bounces, lullabies, songs for tickling and wiggling... music and rhymes from Feierabend's wonderful early childhood books!
First Steps in Music Vocal
Development Kit
John M. Feierabend
Whether used in conjunction with the First Steps in Music curriculum or independently, the activities in this kit will help develop and maintain healthy vocal fitness in students of all ages. With the First Steps in Music Vocal Development Kit, teachers can use many of Feierabend’s favorite tools and techniques with students every day! Learn More
Conversational Solfege
John M. Feierabend
Conversational Solfege is a dynamic and captivationg 1st through 8th grade general music program that enables students to become independent musical thinkers witgh the help of a rich variety of folk and classical music.
Classical Selections:
CD, Level 1
CD, Level 2
NEW! El Patio de Mi Casa
Gabriela Montoya-Stier
This endearing collection of folksongs from Mexico is perfect for any teacher looking to broaden the multicultural dimensions of their elementary or preschool music class with time-tested authentic music.
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Move It! DVD
John M. Feierabend and Peggy Lyman
A vibrant and innovative approach to
teaching students of all ages the joy of moving to classical music.
Move It 2! DVD
John M. Feierabend and Peggy Lyman
This long-awaited follow-up to the first volume of Move It! contains 18 works in a wide variety of styles and is certain to appeal to early childhood specialists, elementary music teachers and dance educators.
The Crabfish
Adapted by John M. Feierabend
Illustrated by Vincent Nguyen
Adapted by John M. Feierabend and beautifully illustrated by Vincent Nguyen, "The Crabfish" is sure to engage another generation with story and song.
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There Was a Man and He Was Mad
Adapted by John M. Feierabend
Illustrated by Aaron Joshua
The classic folksong and story is vividly brought to life in this enchanting children's picture book. A new twist 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. Learn More
My Aunt Came Back
Adapted by John M. Feierabend
Illustrated by Melanie Champagne
This classic folksong takes new life and meaning in this delightfully illustrated picture book, part of John M. Feierabend's lifelong goal to identify and preserve the best music of our heritage for future generations.
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Eight Early Elementary Song Collections
John M. Feierabend
Coordinating with First Steps in Music these eight books represent a major advancement in both the quality and quantity of great music available to preschool and elementary school students.
All of the music in these volumes has withstood the test of time, representing the absolute best music for children our culture has to offer. Learn More
Winner of the Parent's Guide to Children's Media Award!
Five beautifully illustrated collections of classic songes and rhymes for young children (0-36 months) Compiled by John M. Feierabend
A new series of books by John M. Feierabend brings back this music and poetry of America! They're filled with the type of educational play parents and teachers crave!
The Book of Lullabies
The Book of Tapping and Clapping
The Book of Wiggles and Tickles
The Book of Bounces
The Book of Simple Songs and Circles
NEW! Father Grumble
John Feierabend
The hilarious misadventures of Father Grumble made famous in the classic folk songtale are stunningly brought to life in this new storybook from John M. Feierabend and Erik Plude.
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Folk Songs, Singing Games And Play Parties Jill Trinka
Enrich children's lives with this delightful collection of traditional music.
Play the CD at school, at home, and in the car for enjoyment or study. Learn More
Music Play - A major curriculum for early childhood music!
Based
on Edwin E. Gordon's Music Learning Theory, a complete full-color book
and CD resource. Children are naturally fascinated with sound and movement play as they teach themselves how to function in the world. Learn More
BeBé BaBá: Explorations in Early Childhood Music
Paulo Rodriques and Helena Rodriques
This remarkable video filmed in Portugal shows babies and parents engaged in a music program quite unlike anything we have seen so far in the U.S.: an immersive, dreamy, theater-like experience that drenches very young children in glorious musical opportunities.
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Sound Concepts
Judy Thompson
Help children find their head voice.
Early Childhood Accessories
Musical instruments that make learning fun!
Jump Right In to Listening
Compiled by Edwin E. Gordon
The selections are short-none more than three minutes-and there are great contrasts in dynamics, timbre, style, and rhythm. Whether during playtime or resting time the cassettes are best heard as background music. Enjoy the wonderful world of music with your child.
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Experimental Songs and Chants
without Words
Edwin E. Gordon, Beth M. Bolton, Wendy H. Valerio, and Cynthia C. Taggart
Sing, chant, and move to these compelling songs and chants in varied tonalities and meters. The Book One collection includes 183 songs and chants. Book Two offers 185 more songs and chants by Edwin E. Gordon.
Book One
Book Two
Three new picture card sets
from John M. Feierabend
Pitch Exploration Stories, Pitch Exploration Pathways and Oh, In the Woods. Learn More
