Posted by: Valerie Johnson in Print Music on
Mar 15, 2010
"Music is the one incorporeal entrance into the higher world of knowledge which comprehends mankind but which mankind cannot comprehend."
Out of many composers, Beethoven's music seems to speak to me the most. About Beethoven, I decided to freshen up my knowledge of him. Here's a general summary:
"Beethoven is acknowledged as one of the giants of classical music. He was also a pivotal figure in the transition from 18th century musical classicism to 19th century romanticism, and his influence on subsequent generations of composers was profound.
"Beethoven composed in several musical genres, and for a variety of instrument combinations. His works for symphony orchestra include nine symphonies and about a dozen pieces of "occasional" music. He wrote nine concerti for one or more soloists and orchestra, as well as four shorter works that include soloists accompanied by orchestra. His only opera is Fidelio; other vocal works with orchestral accompaniment include two masses and a number of shorter works.
West Music Ottumwa – March 20, 2010
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West Music Quad Cities – April 3, 2010
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Each session has two hours. The first hour is free & open to the public. During this hour Dana will focus on his Guitar System method. The second hour is a seminar/Master Class, and Dana will work with each student on his/her music. The cost is $ 30, and each participant will receive a free book.
Steinway in the piano world is synonymous with quality and beauty.
I usually see that elegant black color with its gold logo in my mind. Did you know that Steinway also has its own music library? The Steinway Library of Piano Music.
These books are distributed through Alfred Music collections. All of these books range in the intermediate/early advanced level, and there are two easy piano folios as well.
Posted by: Valerie Johnson in Print Music on
Feb 22, 2010
Looking for music for your piano students is always a bit fun and a bit tricky. Kjos has sent us a reminder of some their solos that they currently have. Some of their Sonatina books are quite useful with elementary and early intermediate players. If you haven’t seen them before, here’s a list!
Posted by: Valerie Johnson in Print Music on
Jan 25, 2010
Bach:
- Born: 21 March 1685
- Birthplace: Eisenach, Thuringia (now Germany)
- Died: 28 July 1750
- Best Known As: German Baroque composer
"Johann Sebastian Bach, the most renowned member of a distinguished family of German musicians and composers, is considered one of the greatest composers in history. A virtuoso organist who was famous throughout Germany during his career, Bach served as court musician and composer in Arnstadt, Weimar, Köthen and finally as cantor and director of music at Leipzig (1723-50).
It's been snowing, cold, and dark. It's what we call winter. Some aren't a fan of this time of year, and hole up in their houses. Others, they dig up their snowmobiles, skis, and boards and race across the countryside with big grins on their faces.
It's also a time for New Year's resolutions.
I'm personally not one for New Year's resolutions. Usually after 3 months, you never seem to go to the gym anymore, and that project seems to get stuck in the corner collecting dust.
Measures of Success from FJH music and Sound Innovations for Concert Band from Alfred music publishing will be available in the spring 2010.
Click http://www.fjhmusic.com/mos/ and http://www.alfred.com/soundinnovations to find out about these new methods.
I would highly recommend checking them out!!
Posted by: Valerie Johnson in Print Music on
Dec 24, 2009
The Protocol series by Carl Fischer is a book about basics regarding getting ready and prepping for your college audition. It also contains recommended solos that are part of each instrument's repertoire. I would recommend this book for high school students who want to start learning about getting into the music department at college.
- Prepares students for each step of the audition process
- Created by college/university music educators, these collections include the most frequently requested audition requirements from many universities
Protocol: A Guide to the Collegiate Audition Process for Alto Saxophone
Compiled and Edited by Larry Clark and Daniel Schmidt
Carl Fischer Music
WF86 • $19.95
Posted by: Valerie Johnson in Print Music on
Dec 17, 2009
Music teachers! We’re in the season of Christmas Concerts and winding down before the holiday break. However, I’m sending out a call!
Start looking ahead to what you would like your kids to play during small and large ensemble contests! If you haven’t started thinking about it, begin NOW. This way you will have your music in hand ready to begin practicing starting next year.
Ordering early is especially helpful if you by some rare chance order a piece that is on back order at the publisher. It give you the ability to decide if you still want to perform those pieces, if there’s a later ETA on the piece, or select another piece.