Klarinet Archive - Posting 000224.txt from 2001/07

From: Audrey Travis <vsofan@-----.com>
Subj: Re: [kl] Re: What's on your stand
Date: Mon, 9 Jul 2001 16:56:04 -0400

If I'm not mistaken, the title is "Movie Favorites" and it is available for
full band or can be used individually. Each double page has the solo melody
on one side and the part for full band arrangement on the other. I've used
these with my band students before and they love it because even if they don't
get melody in band class, they canstill enjoy it alone or with their band
friends. I agree that anything which gives the kids successful experiences is
worthwhile especially as beginners. Some band method books come with CD
accompaniment, too, and the kids can use them at home to practice. It first
plays the melody line for you, then gives a full band accompaniment while the
musician plays the written piece.

Hope this helps.

Audrey

Tina Holmes-Davis wrote:

> Annie,
> Motivation is half the battle and it sounds like you've got students who may
> soon be ready to tackle anything because of their past success with that
> book and CD. I think that younger students need success before the harsh
> demands of major works. BRAVO!!
> Thank you for that insight and if you recall the title of the work, please,
> let me know.
> Thanks,
> Tina
>
> I have been reluctant to mention this, but I think now is the time. As I
> was teaching my younger students this past year, I noticed that their
> was a blue and red CD put out by -- (I can't remember who. Not Rubank,
> but the same people who publish Rubank) -- Anyhow it was a "play along"
> CD of Movie Themes. I tried it out, and the melody lines were very easy
> and repititious. Great Phrasing. I marked slurs in most the phrases.
> Anyhow, the "accompaniment" was just great. Made the kids sound like
> they were playing along with John Williams conducting a great wind
> ensemble, as they played the theme from Jurassic Park, Dances With
> Wolves, An American Tale, Star Wars and many other lovely melodies. I
> couldn't believe how fast the kids moved forward with their tones and
> phrasing, and they loved the CD and book. Many of them can now play a
> short "recital" from tunes off the Movie CD. I had wanted to mention
> this way back when you were discussing "phrasing" and melodies for
> beginners, but I didn't feel like getting into an argument with anybody.
> ANNIE
>
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