|
If you are unable to see the blue navigation
buttons below, go to Contents for text links.
| |
 |
|
Home Style Harmony - The Lester
Family
Classical Kids Series
Music for Little People
Recordings 
 Mrs. Stewarts Piano Lessons
"I am very excited about discovering Stewart Piano Lessons and I strongly
recommend them not just for children starting piano but also for adult
beginners. In fact, the lessons might be useful to many adults who already do
quite a bit of piano playing; Mrs. Stewart's might cure any fears of "hard" keys
and in general help the student... These books make learning music lsook
sensible, exciting and easy. At every point I know what I am doing and why I am
doing it. Learning is more interesting and exciting, therefore more efficient,
when we are exploring many related things at once... one of the many merits of
the Stewart Piano Method." - John Holt
Mrs. Stewarts Piano Lessons, Book 1 - Lessons starts you
off with a number system that enables you to play in all keys. By lesson 16, you
are reading musical notation. Piano and music theory are tackled at the same
time.
MS01 $18.00
 |
Mrs. Stewarts Piano Lessons, Book 2 - Reader continues from Book 1 by
having you play increasingly complicated pieces. The Reader contains 28
selections designed to develop sight reading of music. Instructions for learning
each piece are included as well as instructions on using basic keyboard harmony
and other techniques. Also contains a bibliography of piano music for further
study.
MS02 $18.00
Mrs. Stewarts Piano Lessons, Preschool Piano is for the young child.
Thirteen pieces for singing and playing are included in the Student book. The
Teacher's guide includes friendly and useful advice. Set of 2 books.
MS03 $18.00
Music in Minutes Video is a professionally videotaped and edited
presentation of Mrs. Stewarts Piano workshops presented by Phyllis Jansma.
Phyllis helped Elsie Stewart put the Mrs. Stewarts Piano Lessons into print and
has conducted workshops on the method for over 33 years. Watching and hearing
her describe all 25 lessons from Book 1 is a real eye-opener. Jansma also has
lots of interesting asides about music, kids and piano technique. It's also
interesting to see the audience of teachers-in-training and students. If you
don't know the first thing about how to play or how to read music, this
videotape and Book 1 will literally have you making music in minutes. It's like
having Phyliss Jansma in your living room for a series of private lessons! This
VHS video is 105 minutes long.
Web special!:
MS05 $76.00 $45.99 Video and Book 1
MS04 $58.00 $29.95 Video only
 |
 The Bees Knees: What's the Buzz?! CD - Entertaining, educational
and engaging, What’s The Buzz?! is the debut CD from the talented Toronto
trio, The Bee’s Knees. From the catchy title track and first single to
songs about recycling and hockey to saying “hello” in numerous languages, this
CD is sure to be a hit with children and parents.
With great production and vocals, the CD features 22 original songs showcasing a
wide variety of musical styles including Rock, Jazz, Calypso, Classical and
Reggae.
CD. Total running time: 42 minutes, 42 seconds.
#6499 $16.98 $15.99
|
 How to Play the Piano Despite Years of Lessons is full of sensible, practical
advice on how to play songs by ear; it debunks many of the myths that have most
people convinced they're not smart enough to make music; and it provides some
sound, understandable explanations of such things.
If you don't know anything about the piano or music, you should start with
Mrs. Stewart's Piano Lessons. But if you have some music basics, and you
just gave up playing because you couldn't play the songs you wanted to play,
this book will show you not only how to make the music you want at home, but how
music works in general so you can learn how to play "by ear." This low-key
explanation of music theory is also good for people who play instruments besides
the piano but whose understanding of applying theory to practice is muddled by
poor instruction. Lots of popular song standards are provided and analyzed.
JHB.
Paper, 240 pages.
#2633 $17.95 $15.99
 The
Lazy Man's Guide to Purchasing an Acoustic Piano, 2nd edition by Steve
Cohen - Purchasing a piano might well be one of the single largest purchases you
make with the exception of buying a house or a car. Like most products, pianos
are manufactured at all quality levels. This ranges from junk to some of the
most amazing instruments in both craftsmanship and design.
Topics include:
How pianos are priced
What brands to consider
The biggest mistake that piano shoppers make
Avoiding “promotional” models
New or used?
How about a “Digital”?
They all sound the same to me
Does size matter?
How to evaluate a piano
What should you look for in the Piano Warranty
Paper, 48 pages.
#0607 $12.95 $6.00
(Out of print, one copy available).
|
Lives of the Musicians:
Good Times, Bad Times (And What the Neighbors Thought)
by Kathleen Krull. Discover little-known and sometimes hilarious tidbits about twenty
famous musicians from various countries and historical periods. It begins with Vivaldi and
ends with Woody Guthrie and includes wonderfully done caricatures. 96
pages.
Hardcover, 96 pages.
#0102 $20.00 $14.99
Sale - 25% off!
 The Living Piano: A Complete Guide to Listening, Learning, and Playing
by Barrie Carson Turner - An introduction to the piano and the music that it
makes. Readers will learn how the piano is made, how it works, its origins and
history, and finally its place in the orchestra. Also included is biographical
information about composers as well as tips on how to play the piano.
Comes with a CD that presents some well-known pieces that feature the piano.
Hardcover, 48 pages. Recommended for age 9-12 but would appeal to a broad range
of ages. There is a tear on the jacket.
#1808 $25.00 $11.99
|
 Making Musical Kids: A Complete Musical Program That Any Parent Can Teach
by Dawn Hoebee is a fun, easy-to-use book that comes complete with a CD of
all the songs, rhymes and fingerplays that are in the book. The book
comes complete with over 400 activities, arranged around the theme of thirty
traditional songs of childhood. Use the book to guide you through song singing,
instrument making, movement and sound experiments, and many more music related
activities. The lessons include: sound experiments, fingerplays & movement,
traditional rhymes, simple music makers & crafts, storybook ideas & field trips
and more. Each chapter has a list of common household craft materials for all
the activities. Almost no prep is required!
The author homeschooled her two children for 13 years and has over 20 years of
experience teaching and performing music.
Paper, 80 pages with 30 lessons, including an
audio CD of 30 songs and 90 rhymes. 8.5"x11". Designed for ages 5-8.
#5208 $24.99
|
 My Favorite Opera for Children
- Chosen by Luciano Pavarotti and performed by his favorite singers, these 18
pieces are a delightful introduction to opera for children. Included are
songs from familiar operas such as, Carmen (Toreador Song), Hansel and Gretel (Song of the Gingerbread Children),
Rossini's The Barber of Seville (the "Figaro" song) and more.
Not just for
children, but appropriate for all ages.
Approximately 76 minutes long. Amazing
price!
CD only: #3817 $8.99
Peter, Paul and Mommy 12 delightful songs from the terrific musical
trio. Songs: The Marvelous Toy, Day is Done, Leatherwing Bat, I Have a Song
to Sing, All Through the Night, It's Raining, Going to the Zoo, Boa Constrictor,
Make Believe Town,
Mockingbird, Christmas Dinner, and Puff, the Magic Dragon.
Cassette: #WARN-C $7.98
CD: #WARN-D $16.98
 Peter, Paul and Mommy Too Recorded live with a group of children. Songs:
Puff (the Magic Dragon), The Fox, Somagwaza/Hey, Motswala, Inside, Garden
Song, The Eddystone Light, I Know an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly, Somos El
Barco, Pastures of Plenty, Home on the Range/Don't Ever Take Away My Freedom,
Right Field, Poem for Erika/For Baby, and We Shall Overcome
Running Time: 52:13.
CD Only: #8150 $15.98
 Practicing
for Young Musicians: You Are Your Own Teacher, Revised and Expanded by Harvey R. Snitkin -
Through the use of four characters & analogies that relate to daily life, this
easy-to-read, lighthearted book explores planning practice sessions, methods of
practicing (including practicing in the age of technology), skill development &
teaching tips that help young musicians be their own teachers. It explains why
young musicians must take responsibility for their own progress, why success
happens between lessons when they practice, & why their progress depends on
their ability to teach themselves. Each practice session is a step on a musical
journey that lasts a lifetime.
This book provides a musical road map, helps explore the landscape, & helps
young musicians develop a good relationship with their traveling companion -
their instrument. It also explains why regardless of the instrument they play or
musical style they hope to perform, their travel agenda, practicing, will be the
same.
"What you've learned isn't limited to music. You've learned to
use your time wisely... Most of all, as your own teacher, you've learned to take
the responsibility for your own learning and development. In short, you've
gained the satisfaction and confidence that come from a job well done."
- Harvey Snitkin.
#2009X $14.95
|
 This
is Daniel Cook. Here We Are! CD - Featuring 26 songs, this CD is an
eclectic mix of musical styles designed to introduce children (and their
parents) to the wonderful sounds of pop, big band, classical, country, polka,
hip hop, Celtic and more.
The inspiration for the songs on the CD came directly from the hit live action
This is Daniel Cook TV show and the album includes original songs,
classic favorites such as Puff The Magic Dragon and The Candy Man
and traditional children’s music.
Running time approx. 53 minutes
Recommended ages 2+
#6390 $16.98 $13.99
|
 Usborne Internet-Linked Introduction
to Music by Eileen O'Brien - Covers a wide range of musical information
including music styles, composing, performing, musical notation, movie
soundtracks, sound recording, opera, ballet, the music industry and how
instruments work. Web site links are included, but you can enjoy the book on its
own without the internet.
Includes photographs of performers past and present; instruments, orchestras and
the science of sound; clear explanations of musical forms and terms; and
suggestions for music to listen to.
Paper, 96 pages. 10.9"x8.5"x0.4". Ages 9 and up.
#7690 $14.95
(Out of print, one copy available).
|
Click on links below for more music resources!
Home Style Harmony - The Lester
Family
Classical Kids Series
Music for Little People
Recordings
top of page
|
|
