Inspirations

Inspirations By Kerri Lynn Nichols Book 69 pages Songs and arrangements for all ages that celebrate the creative human spirit through song, dance, recorder, and percussion. Some arrangements have piano accompaniments included. Unpitched percussion and Orff barred instruments parts are often given. Each composition or arrangement has teaching suggestions, movement ideas, creative extensions, and a suggested lesson plan format.  ContentsPart One: PhilosophyThat Is Why I Teach Music Inspiration: A Definition We Teach Life Skills Principles and Pedagogy     The Elements of Music and Dance      Learning Sequence: Imitation to Creation      Teaching Process Creativity, Play and Improvisation      Improvisational Forms Building Community Every Child Needs a Drum      Drum Exercises and Techniques Conceptual/Musical Name Games Instrument/Vocal Abbreviation Guide Part Two: Compositions and Arrangements Over My Head I Am Powerful (Mantra) Pachelbel Canon I'm Gonna Sing When the Spirit Says Sing Walkin' Now in Beauty Shine Your Light Don't Worry...Be Happy! Waltz of the Toys Rondo a la Copland Everybody Needs a Drum I Am the Song Follow Me, Moon The Wishing Song Music Is Our Common Ground Freedom Is Coming