Revised-The Con Brio Teacher Guide is the ideal partner for the teacher working through the creative Theory Gymnastics curriculum of music theory and ear-training.This TeacherGuide contains everything you will need to teach level D of Theory Gymnastics so is intended for those teachers whose students have progressed past Con Moto and are ready for a greater challenge.Concepts taught at this level include simple and compound meters the circle of fifths and a deeper level of rhythmic harmonic and melodic ear-training. The comprehensive and well-organised nature of the book means that teachingwhat is normally a difficult and boring topic becomes easy and entertaining. With features like answers to all the student workbook activities notated listening examples and reproducible testing resources ConBrio enables you to efficiently teach theoretical concepts while effectively tracking your student’s progress.So if you are looking for a creative and original way to teach music theory and ear-training make sureyou pick up the Con Brio Teacher Guide as a companion to the student workbook. You will quickly find that teaching becomes simple easy and even fun for you. Furthermore you are able to access free recordings ofthe ear-training units at the Kjos Music Company website.

Revised-The Con Moto Teacher Guide is the comprehensive resource for the teacher who is following the Theory Gymnastics ear-training and music theory curriculum while using the companion studentworkbook.The Con Moto resource is targeted at level C of the curriculum meaning it would suit a teacher whose student has progressed through either the Energico or Spirito workbooks and is now looking toteach some more advanced concepts. Included within this edition are theory concepts like all fifteen major scales and key signatures as well as rhythmic harmonic and melodic ear-training. The Teachers Guidecontains all the essential means to teach these ideas thoroughly and effectively like an answer key for the student workbook notated listening examples and reproducible testing resources in order to best track your student’sprogress. Each unit is designed to introduce or reinforce a particular theoretical concept and the brilliantly formulated puzzles and activities make learning and teaching theory far more entertaining than ever before.So if you plan on using the Con Moto student workbook in your teaching make sure you don’t miss out on this Teacher Guide that will enable you to maximise the effectiveness of your teaching whilekeeping your student engaged. In addition you are able to access free audio recordings of all of the ear-training units by visiting the Kjos Music Company website.

Teacher Edition-Rhythm And Dictation comes from Mr. W's classroom to yours and only requires up to 5 minutes each day for full benefit. One workbook suits all instrumental & vocal students. They will learn to count understandrhythm patterns and become confident rhythm readers. These rhythm skills translate to improved playing and sight reading ability.Introduce Rhythm And Dictation into the classroom when students understandquarter notes and rests and can count and sustain pulse in 4/4 time. This workbook progresses from simple quarter notes in 4/4 time to mixed meter compound meter 16th notes triplets and syncopation.Rhythm AndDictation is also set up for home use with free online dictation sound files that can be accessed through the Neil A. Kjos Music Company website.Rhythm And Dictation features 48 weeks of writingand dictation exercises. Each week includes two counting and rhythm writing exercises followed by three dictation exercises. Melodic dictation lines are provided in the Teacher's Edition and students write the rhythmic equivalentin their workbook.Rhythm And Dictation brings results! It gets the job done and because it only requires up to 5 minutes each day the majority of your class time can still focus on new material performance literature and more.

Excellence in Theory is especially designed to creatively enrich the curriculums of beginning Instrumental Choral and General Music classes! It's all here - Theory and Ear Training Notation Composition and History complete inthree volumes.Progressive Theory concepts and skills are reinforced and reviewed through both written and aural exercises. Ear Training examples and exercises are accessible by teach or student via the Kjos MultimediaLibrary at www.kjos.com. History pages come alive with vibrant colour images and comprehensive quizzes to help put events styles and details into perspective.Separate Theory and History sections are presented offeringmultiple teaching possibilities. Theory and History can be taught together or separately depending on your class objectives and scheduling considerations. A Keyboard illustration glossary and blank manuscript pages are alsoincluded as convenient study tools.The Theory section in Book Two begins with a review of concepts previously learned then moves forward into more advanced lessons. Key signatures and the circle of fifths/fourths areintroduced and music reading progresses with new technique and expression markings. Students are introduced to challenging new rhythms and melodic and harmonic intervals are explored. Each lesson is carefully reinforced throughspecific Review pages.Ear Training continues to play a vital role in Book Two with aural exercises appearing throughout the book wherever new theory concepts are learned. These aural exercises reinforce studentunderstanding and immediately put new theory into practice.The History section of Book Two presents more detail on each of the musical eras from the Middle Ages through the 20th century. Composers performers andimportant musical events are presented in the historical context of their day. A greater understanding of the historical context in which music was created sets the course for a lifetime of music appreciation.

Excellence in Theory is especially designed to creatively enrich the curriculums of beginning Instrumental Choral and General Music classes! It's all here - Theory and Ear Training Notation Composition and History complete inthree volumes.Progressive Theory concepts and skills are reinforced and reviewed through both written and aural exercises. Ear Training examples and exercises are accessible by teach or student via the Kjos MultimediaLibrary at www.kjos.com. History pages come alive with vibrant colour images and comprehensive quizzes to help put events styles and details into perspective.Separate Theory and History sections are presented offeringmultiple teaching possibilities. Theory and History can be taught together or separately depending on your class objectives and scheduling considerations. A Keyboard illustration glossary and blank manuscript pages are alsoincluded as convenient study tools.The Theory section in Book Three begins with a review of the theory concepts introduced in Book Two Book Three before introducing more advanced time signatures; major minor augmentedand diminished triads; and minor chords chord progressions and harmonizing melodies. By the end of students will be composing short melodies and will have a fundamental understanding of the building blocks of Westernmusic.Ear Training pages with aural exercises are again applied throughout Book Three incorporating the knowledge gained in the steadily advancing lessons and putting it immediately into practice.The Historysection of Book Three continues to deepen the connection among all aspects learned throughout the series putting music into perspective with social and political events and progressions within all the arts. Book Three alsoincludes a colorful comprehensive timeline including all composers and performers studied thus providing quick reference and motivation toward further study.

Fundamentals of Piano Theory is a graded piano theory series that goes far beyond traditional method book materials. In addition to theory the books include music history sight reading and ear training. Review testsare presented using examples taken from the literature students are performing. Analysis and practice drills follow theory requirements commonly required for state examinations. The levels correlate with the levels of the PianoRepertoire books in the Neil a. Kjos Piano Library.

Scale Skills from the Neil A. Kjos Piano Library provides an organised system for the study of scales arpeggios chords and finger exercises.The study of technic is an integral part of any completeeducation in the performance of a musical instrument. Piano students who consistently practice scales arpeggios chords and finger exercises will gain greater finger strength and flexibility as well as increased fluency andaccuracy in performance. Familiarity with these technical elements also enhances a secure understanding of basic music theory.In the Scale Skills series eleven appropriately graded levels ensure steadyprogress as pianists advance in their study of technic. Each level reviews and incorporates the exercises and activities from previous levels helping students to develop a solid technical foundation.

Fundamentals of Piano Theory is a graded piano theory series that goes far beyond traditional method book materials. In addition to theory the books include music history sight reading and ear training. Review testsare presented using examples taken from the literature students are performing. Analysis and practice drills follow theory requirements commonly required for state examinations. The levels correlate with the levels of the PianoRepertoire books in the Neil a. Kjos Piano Library.

Fundamentals of Piano Theory is a graded Piano theory series that goes far beyond traditional method book materials. In addition to theory the books include music history sight reading and ear training. Reviewtests are presented using examples taken from the literature students are performing. Analysis and practice drills follow theory requirements commonly required for state examinations. The levels correlate with the levels of thePiano Repertoire books in the Neil A. Kjos Piano Library.

Fundamentals of Piano Theory is a graded piano theory series that goes far beyond traditional method book materials. In addition to theory the books include music history sight reading and ear training. Review testsare presented using examples taken from the literature students are performing. Analysis and practice drills follow theory requirements commonly required for state examinations. The levels correlate with the levels of the PianoRepertoire books in the Neil a. Kjos Piano Library.

Theory Gymnastics is the most creative and comprehensive theory curriculum available and the perfect companion to every method. By combining hilariously funny games with their creative books the Three CrankyWomen (TCW) have elevated music theory from the boring 'must-do' to the 'I can't wait to do!' Whether a practice page or a brain-teasing difficult puzzle page the variety of activities requires students to repeatedly use andapply each theory concept in new and different ways.This book is first in a series of theory/ear training books. Animato is Level A and is the beginning book for ages 8-11.Concepts in Level A include the musicalphabet the grand staff steps and skips on the keyboard and staff rhythm up to eighth note pairs five-finger patterns I chords and more! Choosing the right book ensures these concepts are presented through age-appropriateartwork verbiage and activities. Upon completion of Animato students move into Level B1 Energico (designed for the younger student) or B2 Spirito for older students. Free audio recordings for the ear-training units areavailable in the Multimedia Library. at kjos.com

Fundamentals of Piano Theory is a graded piano theory series that goes far beyond traditional method book materials. In addition to theory the books include music history sight reading and ear training. Review testsare presented using examples taken from the literature students are performing. Analysis and practice drills follow theory requirements commonly required for state examinations. The levels correlate with the levels of the PianoRepertoire books in the Neil a. Kjos Piano Library.

Scale Skills from the Neil A. Kjos Piano Library provides an organised system for the study of scales arpeggios chords and finger exercises.The study of technic is an integral part of any completeeducation in the performance of a musical instrument. Piano students who consistently practice scales arpeggios chords and finger exercises will gain greater finger strength and flexibility as well as increased fluency andaccuracy in performance. Familiarity with these technical elements also enhances a secure understanding of basic music theory.In the Scale Skills series eleven appropriately graded levels ensure steadyprogress as pianists advance in their study of technic. Each level reviews and incorporates the exercises and activities from previous levels helping students to develop a solid technical foundation.

Scale Skills from the Neil A. Kjos Piano Library provides an organised system for the study of scales arpeggios chords and finger exercises.The study of technic is an integral part of any completeeducation in the performance of a musical instrument. Piano students who consistently practice scales arpeggios chords and finger exercises will gain greater finger strength and flexibility as well as increased fluency andaccuracy in performance. Familiarity with these technical elements also enhances a secure understanding of basic music theory.In the Scale Skills series eleven appropriately graded levels ensure steadyprogress as pianists advance in their study of technic. Each level reviews and incorporates the exercises and activities from previous levels helping students to develop a solid technical foundation.

Scale Skills from the Neil A. Kjos Piano Library provides an organised system for the study of scales arpeggios chords and finger exercises.The study of technic is an integral part of any completeeducation in the performance of a musical instrument. Piano students who consistently practice scales arpeggios chords and finger exercises will gain greater finger strength and flexibility as well as increased fluency andaccuracy in performance. Familiarity with these technical elements also enhances a secure understanding of basic music theory.In the Scale Skills series eleven appropriately graded levels ensure steadyprogress as pianists advance in their study of technic. Each level reviews and incorporates the exercises and activities from previous levels helping students to develop a solid technical foundation.