| ABC
 |
Bodenmann, Hans |
THE ABC OF RECORDER PLAYING/ A clever ½ size spiral bound book of
75 pages. It begins with helpful photographs of proper hand and mouth positions. Words and musical notation are in enlarged type. New
concepts on a page are highlighted, a blank staffs are provided so children can draw the
new note & rhythm. There are some very nice musical games included in this book; many
songs have a line for Orff percussion instruments and guitar chords. Notes taught are the
lower octave C-C' plus F#,Bb, G#,C#,E',F',G' Fingerings on chart are shown with
photographs of hand on a recorder, an assignment page is provided on the last page. |
$12.75 |
| ED11464
 |
Bonsor, Brian |
ENJOY THE RECORDER, Descant Tutor, Book 1/ A comprehensive method
for group, individual and self-learning. "The best way to learn any instrument is
to have lessons from a good, experienced teacher
This series of books sets out to
help learners of all ages in all three situations
Experienced teachers
will
find exercises and fine tunes a-plenty to support their own method at each stage. The less
experienced will benefit from many valuable teaching hints culled from long experience and
may rely on the books to lead to a sound playing technique and a mastery of simple
notation
I can only wish that all who use these books will derive as much pleasure
and musical satisfaction and gain as many lasting and valued friendships as I have through
this most subtle, delightful and sociable of instruments." Brian Bonsor The book
has excellent diagrams of fingers, hands, sitting position and the recorder itself. From Making
the First Sound on, there is much helpful writing from the teacher. Notes
introduced in Bk. 1 are: B,A,G,C', D',E,D,F#,E',C#',C,F,Bb. A great deal of time is given
to the new note, rhythm, articulation etc. that is introduced. Songs are folk, Classical
and Renaissance with some Christmas carols and numerous rounds. At the end of the book
there are six Concert Pieces written by Brian Bonsor, A table of Music terms and an Index
of Tunes. This is all taught in a leisurely 101 pages. Suitable for the older child. |
$14.95 |
| ED11465 |
Bonsor, Brian |
ENJOY THE RECORDER, Descant Tutor, Book 1 Accompaniments and Notes for
Teachers/ Contains 3 pages of notes for teachers with supplementary information
throughout the book; the bulk of the book contains excellent piano
accompaniments 170 pages with Index of Tunes at back of Spiral-bound
Book. |
$30.95 |
| ED11466 |
Bonsor, Brian |
ENJOY THE RECORDER, Descant Tutor, Book 2/ A continuation of book
1 working through the upper octave to high D'', as well as, the remaining sharps and
flats. Attention is given to difficult finger movements, with more information on tonguing
and ornamentation. Musical material consists of exercises, folk songs from around the
world, and tunes from the Renaissance and Baroque eras. For the older child. |
$16.95 |
| ED11467 |
Bonsor, Brian |
ENJOY THE RECORDER, Descant Tutor, Book 2 Accompaniments and Notes for
Teachers/ There is a brief introduction explaining using book 2 and supplemental
information when a new note or musical idea is introduced to the child. The majority of
the 175 pages contain the excellent piano accompaniments with
Index of Tunes at back of Spiral-bound book. |
$25.00 |
| CM1001

|
Burakoff, Gerald & Sonya |
THE CLASSROOM RECORDER, Bk 1 soprano / Written for the elementary
school music classroom. It introduces one new note at a time and includes no exercises. In
place of exercises, pages 4-11 introduce the new notes in recorder and voice duets. Lyrics
are included and musical symbols are given without explanation so that teachers can
introduce these symbols in their own way. The book introduces low-D,E, F#, F,A,B,C,D.
There are 33 songs, 23 pages. Additional material - THE DUET RECORDER Bk. 1,
CM1002 |
$3.25 |
| CM1013 |
Burakoff, Gerald & Sonya |
THE CLASSROOM RECORDER, Bk 2 soprano/ A continuation of
book I with the following notes taught: low- C,F,G#,Bb,C#, high- Eb,E,F,F#,G,A. Each note
is introduced slowly with a short etude and numerous melodies, including duets. When it is
a song the lyrics are included. For additional material - THE DUET RECORDER Bk. 2,
CM1015 see SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL. |
$4.25 |
| CM1045 |
Burakoff, G. & S. |
SOPRANO FINGERING CHART (Baroque & German) |
$2.00 |
| H55 |
Burakoff, Gerald |
THE ELEMENTARY METHOD FOR SOPRANO RECORDERS/ A systematic method
for classroom use with very easy progressions, the range is low D to 4th line
D. Brief introduction & explanation of rhythm. Each new note or musical concept is
introduced with a warm-up exercise and 3 songs with lyrics. 32 pages. Fingering chart
included. |
$5.95 |
| SP2358

|
Burakoff, Gerald & Sonya |
HANDS ON RECORDER/ A completely sequenced beginning soprano method
book for the 3rd and 4th grade instructional level, with musical and
technical suggestions for the student and teacher. Notes are taught in a pentatonic
sequence: B,A,G,E,D,C',F#. The music used represents many cultures and styles with
traditional and original lyrics. There are 45 delightful selections, fingering diagrams,
and fingering chart. Suitable for both group and individual instruction. 32 pages. CD
accompaniment available (see next item) |
$3.50 |
| SP2358CD |
Arnold, Alan |
HANDS ON RECORDER CD/ An outstanding accompaniment CD composed,
arranged and orchestrated by Alan Arnold. Contains 26 selected instrumental accompaniments
which are musically appropriate, enhance an compliment each selection and add a new
dimension to the student's musical experience an knowledge. Divided channels allow
students to hear the complete stereo performance of recorder and accompaniment together,
as well as, recorder or accompaniment separately, by adjusting the balance control on the
CD player. |
$12.95 |
| SP2308
 |
Burakoff, Gerald & Sonya |
RECORDER TIME, Bk 1 soprano/ A completely sequenced
step-by-step soprano method book for young beginners
(3rd & 4th grades) with musical and technical suggestions for
teacher and student. Note sequence: B,A,G,C,'D,'F#,E,D. Includes 37 appealing tunes,
lyrics, dexterity exercises, fingering diagrams, and chart. For group or individual
instruction. 32 pages. CD accompaniment available. Additional material DUET
TIME, Bk 1, SP2321 |
$3.50 |
| SP2308CD |
Arnold, Alan/ arranger |
RECORDER TIME, Bk 1 CD / Contains 26 imaginative instrumental
accompaniments for American, European, Asian & traditional music and is a delightful
optional addition for use with the method. The accompaniment enhances the selections, and
adds another dimension to the player's musical experience. Divided channels allow players
to hear the complete stereo performance of recorder and accompaniment together, as well as
separately, by adjusting the balance control on the CD player. |
$12.95 |
| SP2321 |
Burakoff, Gerald & Sonya |
RECORDER TIME, Bk 2 soprano/ Intermediate beginner soprano method for group or individual instruction. Contains
appealing musical examples, exercises, diagrams, and fingering chart. Musical and
technical suggestions included. Excellent for use after any beginning method. 32 pages For
additional material DUET TIME, Bk. 2, SP2322 see SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL |
$3.50 |
| SP2355 |
Burakoff, Gerald & Sonya |
PLAYING SOPRANO RECORDER/ A basic soprano
recorder method for group or individual instruction suitable for older children
(9-10 & up) to adults with no previous musical experience. Introduces notes from low C
to high E with F, Bb & C#. Contains technical suggestions, dexterity exercises,
fingering diagrams and chart. Fifty musical selections cover a wide variety of styles and
periods. No lyrics included. 32 pages. See SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL |
$3.50 |
| 674 |
d'Auberge, Alfred/ Manus, Morton |
IT'S RECORDER TIME/ A basic method of learning to play the soprano
recorder and read music through the use of folk, classical and familiar songs. Begins with
description of the recorder family, brief description of holding the recorder and staff
and notes. Notes taught: B,A,G,C',D,F,E,D,F#,Bb,C There are a few games, numerous duets
& a few trios. Most songs have lyrics. Fingering chart. 32 pages. Suitable for
classroom or individual use. For additional music in this series use It's Recorder Time
Holiday Song Book 2070 (see additional material) |
$3.95 |
| 1989

|
Manus, Morton |
LEARN TO PLAY THE ALFRED WAY RECORDER/ A basic soprano
method for classroom or individual use. Begins with brief description of the recorder
family, holding recorder, staff and notes. When a note is introduced the first line of
exercise has the 'letter' name written in the head of the note. There are many duets,
several trios and rounds and a few musical games. Notes covered include: lower octave
C-C', plus F#,Bb,C#,D',E',F', F#,G',A' Fingering chart. 48 pages |
$6.95 |
| 0521569931
 |
Fagan, Margo |
PLAYTIME - Stage 1/ A soprano method in a series format for
the young beginner. The books have large
print staff and notes, words are used to teach rhythms, each page has
humorous, cute drawings and there is lots of practice material for each note. Includes
finger diagram (staff chart and drawing of recorder with fingers in position) and
Fingering Chart. Each book has 32 pages. The glossy cover will stand up to much use.
Published by University of Cambridge Press. In Stage 1 the notes are taught in a
pentatonic scale B,A,G,E & D with 6/8 and dotted rhythms introduced. |
$7.00 |
0521569923
|
Fagan, Margo |
PLAYTIME - Stage 2/ Notes added are middle C and D, slurs and
accents introduced. Copious material for notes learned. |
$8.00 |
| 0521569915 |
Fagan, Margo |
PLAYTIME - Stage 3/ Notes added are low C,F,F#, middle C# |
$10.00 |
| 0521569907 |
Fagan, Margo |
PLAYTIME - Stage 4/ Notes added are G#,D#, A#,C#,
E',F',Ab,F#',G',D#'.Eb',F' A mixture of original tunes and familiar tradition melodies are
used to extend the range of notes into the upper register. |
$11.00 |
| 0521569877 |
Fagan, Margo |
PLAYTIME - TEACHER'S BOOK/ Gives valuable help and advice to he
teacher with little or no experience of teaching the recorder and fresh ideas for the
development of teaching methods. It gives detailed help with the teaching of Stages 1-4 of
the Playtime course. 40 pages |
Ask about availability |
MLR438
NEW! |
James O. Froseth |
DO IT! Play Recorder A World of Musical Enjoyment At
Your Fin-gertips Method for the Soprano Recorder with CD An individualized format allows
students to progress at their own pace. Theme & Variation Format provides easy
challenging versions of material. Special projects allow students to excel and work
independently. Includes music dictionary of signs, symbols, musical terms, fingerings and
rhythm patterns. Detailed photographs provide exemplary models of technique such as
embouchure, hand & instrument position, breathing and breath control. Creative
musicianship opportu-nities abound - there is Call & Response (literal and
improvised), Rhythmic, Pentatonic, Blues and Model improvisation. The Song repertoire
surveys multi-musical styles of the world today, as well as, music of Earlier Times.
Professional musicians provide authentic accompaniments on classic and contemporary
in-struments on the CD |
$6.95 |
| MLR437 |
J. O. Froseth |
DO IT!
book
only |
$5.95 |
MLR44
NEW! |
James O. Froseth |
DO IT! / Teacher's Resource Guide with 2 Compact Discs
49 pages. To be able to use the method book to its fullest potential, teachers must get a
copy of this book. The contents of the 2 teacher CD's contain necessary material that is
not on the student CD. |
$35.00 |
ED12590
NEW! |
Geyard Engel, Gudrun Heyens, Kunteler Hunteler, Hans Martin Linde,
Translated and Adapted by Peter Bowman |
FUN and GAMES with the RECORDER - Tutor Book 1/ A new
collaborative Soprano method from Schott Educational Publications with Illustrations by
Julie Beech and John Min-nion. Three volumes which advance in small steps and include many
playful elements suitable for both group and individual lessons. Discover the adventure of
learning music. Make real progress through games: breathing, articulations, rhythm, tone.
A mixture of lively new and traditional tunes. Tutor Book 1 is in-tended for children from
about six years of age. The book is meant to speak directly to the child even those who
cannot yet read. They are lead through the books by jester "Dotty-do-a-lot" and
all her friends. Beau-tiful color photographs and illustrations. Companion Tune Book 1
available for $7.95 |
$12.95 |
ED12592
NEW! |
-same as tutor book 1- |
FUN and GAMES with the RECORDER - Tutor Book 2/ The
notes C1,D1,F1,E2,F2 are added along with more recorder technique & general musical
knowledge. Com-panion Tune Book 2 available for $7.95 |
$12.95 |
ED12594
NEW! |
-same as above- |
FUN and GAMES with the RECORDER - Tutor Book 3/
Completes the full range of notes and prepares student for learning alto recorder.
Companion Tune Book 3 avail-able for $7.95 |
$12.95 |
ED12596
NEW! |
Gudrun Heyens, |
FUN and GAMES with the RECORDER - Teacher's COMMENTARY for Tutor
Books 1,2, and 3/ The teaching methodology behind the tutors is explained and
stimulating ideas for lessons are provided. The program in each tutor is laid out at a
glance. Contains 29 pages of helpful information. |
$10.95 |
| 3900
 |
Feldstein, Sandy |
YAMAHA RECORDER STUDENT/ For classroom or individual use. This
book contains 48 favorite melodies with lyrics, chord symbols plus a piano/guitar chord
chart. There are also theory games, duets and a trio, a brief introduction and a nice
clear chart introducing staff, notes, rests, clef & notes on the staff. New notes and
musical concepts are clearly presented in a boxed diagram at the top of each page. The
lower octave C to C' is taught plus D',Bb & F#. 32 pages with fingering chart at end
of book. |
$5.95 |
| AS10255
 |
Gamse, Albert |
THE BEST RECORDER METHOD YET!/ Includes care and brief
history of recorder, holding breathing & tonguing, a fingering chart and elementary
music principles. Tones introduced are the 1st octave, low C to middle C plus,
F#, Bb, high D & E. There are 44 pages of solo practice material with songs ranging
from Sidewalks of New York to works by Bach. There are 3 songs with finger diagrams
over every note, 8 pages of unison playing for soprano & alto, 6 pages of duets for 2
sopranos, 8 pages of duets for SA & AT, 15 pages of trios SAT, 13 pages of quartets
SATB. The music used covers standard 20th cen. popular, folk, Classical, 16th
& 17th centuries & well-known English tunes. 96 pages in all. Older
child |
$11.95 |
| HL00746397 |
Jenkins, Ella |
ELLA JENKINS' THIS IS RHYTHM / Rhythm can be a wonderful
route for children and adults to relate to one another on a musical plane. This
delightful, colorful book, by one of the most influential children's performers in
American music, includes rhythmic songs and chants with words, music, and chord symbols.
Dozens of color illustrations by Garrian Manning demonstrate the many faces of rhythm.
Each book includes two rhythm sticks so kids can start "practicing" and enjoying
rhythm right away. This Is Rhythm is a musically therapeutic book aimed at elementary
school grades, perfect for use by teachers, parents, recreation workers and musical
therapist. Some songs will work well on soprano or tenor and others may work best on alto
or alto (up an octave.) |
$16.95 |
| M1003 |
Kerr, Janet
Lumsden,
Caroline |
MUSICLAND Book 1 / Insect characters are used to introduce the young beginner to music. While learning to play the recorder they
will, say, clap, sing and color with this beautifully illustrated large
print book. Notes learned in book 1 are B,A,G,E,C,D',D,F# |
$6.50 |
| M1003a |
Kerr, Janet |
MUSICLAND Piano Accompaniment/ |
$4.95 |
| M1004
 |
Kerr, Janet Lumsden, Caroline |
MUSICLAND Book 2 / Continues with the musical tale of the insect
friends and introduces these new notes: E',C#,G',C,F,Bb,F',F#'. New Rhythms include
sixteenths and most dotted rhythms. Includes helpful notes for parents or teachers. |
|
| EJ10006
 |
Pitts, John |
RECORDER from the BEGINNING Book 1/ A soprano recorder course in 3
stages designed for young children aged 7 and up. One of the
most popular books in many parts of the world. No previous knowledge of either music or
the recorder is assumed and full explanations are provided at every stage so that
specialist teaching is not essential. Teacher's books are available for each stage, and
these contain simple piano accompaniments, guitar chord symbols an suggestions for each
tune. Opportunities are provided for recorder players to be accompanied by instrumental
ostinati and other percussion accompaniments and for recorders to perform with singers in
two-part duets, rounds and other activities. Large print is used.
Children are to say and clap the words before playing the tune. Notes taught in book 1 are
B,A,G,E,D,C. New musical notes and concepts are highlighted in box on the page. Last page
lists tune titles, Pitches & Rhythms introduced and musical signs terms &
techniques covered in book 1. 40 pages See SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL for Recorder from the
BEGINNING: Tunebook 1 |
$6.95 |
| EJ10055 |
Pitts, John |
RECORDER from the BEGINNING Book 1 with CD |
$9.95 |
| RJ10012 |
Pitts, John |
RECORDER from the BEGINNING TEACHER'S Book 1/ Contains piano
accompaniments, use of guitar, percussion instruments lots of helpful information. Even an
appendix with explanation of notes required to build chords. 39 pages |
$7.95 |
| EJ10007 |
Pitts, John |
RECORDER from the BEGINNING Book 2/ A continuation of book 1 with
46 tunes in large print and nice illustrations. New note are:
D',F#,E',C#',C. Last 2 pages list Tune title index, Pitches & Rhythms introduced,
Musical signs, terms & techniques covered and Class activities. See SUPPLEMENTAL
MATERIAL for Recorder from the Beginning: Tunebook 2 |
$6.95 |
| EJ10056 |
Pitts, John |
RECORDER from the BEGINNING Book 2 with CD |
$9.95 |
| EJ10056 |
Pitts, John |
RECORDER from the BEGINNING TEACHER'S Book 2/ piano accompaniments
& more. The same format as Teacher's Book 1 listed above |
$8.95 |
| EJ10008
|
Pitts, John |
RECORDER from the BEGINNING Book 3/ A continuation of books 1
& 2 in the same format 47 tunes with large print. New
notes added are:F,Bb, F', F#',G',G#,Eb',C" and all the enharmonics. last 2 pages list
Tune index, Pitches & Rhythms introduced, new Musical signs, terms & techniques
and Class activities. SEE SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL for the Recorder from the Beginning:
Tunebook 3 |
$6.95 |
| EJ10057 |
Pitts, John |
RECORDER from the BEGINNING Book 3 with CD |
$9.95 |
| EJ10014 |
Pitts, John |
RECORDER from the BEGINNING TEACHER'S Book 3/ piano accompaniments
& more. The same format as Teacher's Book 1 & 2 listed above |
$9.95 |
| WRB1
 |
Rosenberg, Steve |
RECORDER PLAYING/ Designed for classroom use this book makes
considerable use of authentic music for the recorder - music of the Renaissance and
Baroque periods. After only a few lessons the pupil starts to play real music, giving a
feeling of interest and achievement. There are helpful suggestions for the teacher. Brief
introduction on breath, tonguing, rhythm. Notes covered are; B,A,G,C,D,F#,E,D,F,Bb, C high
E,F & G Exercises, solos, duets, trios by composers such as Chedeville, Gervaise,
Susato, Purcell, Hotteterre etc. 31 pages |
$12.95 |
| Koala3CD |
Scott, Andrew |
FIRST RECORDER BOOK FOR BEGINNERS with CD/ A progressive
easy-to-follow, carefully graded lesson-by-lesson method, covering all aspects of recorder
playing. Teaches how to read music and features more than 60 well-known songs. For
students of all ages. Notes covered are: lower octave C-C' plus F#,Bb,D',E'. Includes
guitar chord indications, duets, CD accompaniment with every exercise and song, Fingering
chart and Glossary of Musical Terms. 60 pages, nice description of diaphragmatic
breathing. |
$14.95 |
| Koala1CD
 |
Scott, Andrew |
RECORDER METHOD FOR YOUNG BEGINNERS Book 1 with CD/ A carefully
graded, lesson-by-lesson learning method for the younger student
using very easy arrangements of favorite children's songs. Introduces five notes
(G,A,B,C,D') with left hand only. Beautifully illustrated (kangaroos, koala bears
& their friends) in full color. Words and musical notation are
in large print. Last page has large clear chart of notes and rhythms used. The CD
corresponds to every exercise and song. Each song is played 4 times. The first two times
contain the song with the piano. The third and fourth time contain just the piano. A drum
is used to begin each exercise and help you keep time. 29 pages |
$9.95 |
Koala1CDV
VIDEO |
|
RECORDER METHOD FOR YOUNG BEGINNERS, BOOK 1. A carefully
graded, lesson-by-lesson learning method for the younger student using very easy
arrangements of favorite children's songs. Introduces 5 notes with left had only. The book
is beautifully illustrated in full color. Soprano Recorder Comes with both CD and Video |
$21.95 |
| Koala2CD
 |
Scott, Andrew |
RECORDER METHOD FOR YOUNG BEGINNERS Book 2 with CD/ A continuation
of Book 1 listed above. Three new notes are added F#,E,D so that a D scale (minus C#) has
been learned. It moves at a leisurely pace with lots of songs. Use of CD is the same as
listed above. Chart at the end of the book neatly lays out the new rhythms and notes
added. 33 pages. For the young student with
large print. |
$9.95 |
| HL00710010 |
Sevush, Leo |
LET'S PLAY RECORDER LEVEL 1/ An effective 2 level method
for recorder instruction and a contemporary approach to instrumental learning. The student
books include complete introductory materials suitable for instructional use with Baroque
and German-style recorders. For general music class teaching, the basic student materials
are supplemented by a special Teacher's Manual and a classroom cassette. ¾ size book of
about 40 pages. The author, Leo Sevush was Assistant Director of Music for New York City
public schools when this book was published in 1981. He also taught and lectured at New
York University and Brooklyn College, was Chairman of Orchestras for the New York State
School Music Association and conductor of the New York City All-City High School
Orchestra. |
$3.50 |
| HL00710300
 |
Sevush, Leo |
LET'S PLAY RECORDER LEVEL 2/ ¾ size book of 40 pages.
Quickly moves through upper octave. Few exercises, but many songs written as duets. |
$3.95 |
| M060107788 |
Wastall, Peter |
OLD MACDONALD'S RECORDER Book 1/ A large
print soprano recorder method for the young beginner (6-7)
Old MacDonald's book provides everything you need to teach basic music skills. Suitable
for use by both specialist and general teachers, it can be integrated with classroom work
or used in extra-curricular groups. Presenting new material in clear progressive steps
encourages music literacy. Short "echo games" develop aural skills, enabling
pupils to play simple rhythmic and melodic patterns by ear. A wide-ranging selection of
music stimulates the imagination and develops repertoire. Notes taught in book 1are:
B,A,G,C',D',F# E,D. The colorful farm animals provide new information and helpful hints.
Available in economy packs of ten. |
$7.99 |
| M060107795
 |
Wastall, Peter |
OLD MACDONALD'S RECORDER Book 2/ A continuation of book 1 in the
same format. Notes added are E',C,F,Bb,C#',F',Eb',Ab,F#',G'. The last page lists a
teaching index of notes & musical ideas taught in book 1 & 2. 48 pages. Available
in economy packs of ten. For additional material in this series see SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL Old
MacDonald's Barn Dance Book & Old MacDonald's Christmas Book |
$12.95 |
| M060107793
 |
Wastall, Peter |
OLD MACDONALD'S RECORDER BOOK: Keyboard Accompaniment Book (for
books 1 & 2) |
$18.95 |
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