Parachutes and Ribbons and Scarves, Oh My!: Listening Lessons with Movement Props As a music educator, I am always looking for new ways to engage my students in the learning process. Parachutes and Ribbons and Scarves, Oh My! is an excellent resource that incorporates movement props into listening lessons. The book provides clear instructions on how to use these items to enhance student understanding of different musical elements such as rhythm, melody, and harmony. One of the things I love about this book is its flexibility. It can be used in a variety of settings, from classroom to home school to music therapy sessions. Additionally, the activities are designed for students of all ages and skill levels, making it an excellent resource for educators working with children or adults. The author also provides helpful tips on how to modify the activities to suit different learning styles and needs. For example, visual learners may benefit from using scarves instead of ribbons, while kinesthetic learners may prefer parachutes over other props. Overall, Parachutes and Ribbons and Scarves, Oh My! is an excellent resource for music educators looking to add movement and creativity to their lessons. Highly recommended! The Book of Movement Exploration: Can You Move Like This? (First Steps in Music series) As a music therapist, I am always on the lookout for resources that can help my clients develop their motor skills while also engaging with music. The Book of Movement Exploration is an excellent resource that does just that. It provides clear instructions on how to use movement props such as scarves and ribbons to explore different musical elements such as rhythm, melody, and harmony. One of the things I love about this book is its accessibility. It can be used by anyone with a basic understanding of music theory, making it an excellent resource for both therapists and musicians alike. Additionally, the activities are designed to be fun and engaging, which helps keep clients motivated and interested in learning. The author also provides helpful tips on how to modify the activities to suit different needs and abilities. For example, individuals with limited mobility may benefit from using lighter props or modifying certain movements. Overall, The Book of Movement Exploration is an excellent resource for music therapists looking to help their clients develop their motor skills while also engaging with music. Highly recommended! 101 Rhythm Instrument Activities for Young Children As a music educator working with young children, I am always on the lookout for resources that can make learning fun and engaging. 101 Rhythm Instrument Activities is an excellent resource that does just that. It provides clear instructions on how to use various rhythm instruments such as tambourines and maracas to explore different musical elements such as rhythm, melody, and harmony. One of the things I love about this book is its flexibility. The activities can be adapted for a variety of settings, from classroom to home school to music therapy sessions. Additionally, the author provides helpful tips on how to modify the activities to suit different learning styles and needs. The book also includes fun songs and games that incorporate rhythm instruments, which helps keep children engaged and motivated. The author even includes ideas for using everyday objects as rhythm instruments, such as spoons or pots and pans. Overall, 101 Rhythm Instrument Activities is an excellent resource for music educators working with young children looking to make learning fun and engaging. Highly recommended! Piano Music Book of Bach Classics for Beginners: Teach Yourself Famous Piano Solos & Easy Piano Sheet Music As a piano teacher, I am always on the lookout for resources that can help my students learn famous piano solos quickly and easily. The Piano Music Book of Bach Classics is an excellent resource that does just that. It provides clear instructions on how to play famous piano solos such as "Brandenburg Concerto" and "Goldberg Variations." One of the things I love about this book is its accessibility. It can be used by anyone with a basic understanding of music theory, making it an excellent resource for both beginners and advanced pianists alike. Additionally, the author provides helpful tips on how to modify the activities to suit different learning styles and needs. The book also includes easy piano sheet music that students can use to practice their technique and build confidence in their playing abilities. The author even includes ideas for improvising over the solos, which helps students develop their creativity and musicality. Overall, the Piano Music Book of Bach Classics is an excellent resource for piano teachers looking to help their students learn famous piano solos quickly and easily. Highly recommended! Vivaldi, Handel, Music Theory, Chords, Scales, Exercises (Book & Streaming Video Lessons) As a music educator working with advanced musicians, I am always on the lookout for resources that can help my students take their skills to the next level. Vivaldi, Handel, Music Theory, Chords, Scales, Exercises is an excellent resource that does just that. It provides clear instructions on how to play famous compositions by Vivaldi and Handel, as well as lessons on music theory, chord progressions, and scales. One of the things I love about this book is its flexibility. The activities can be adapted for a variety of settings, from classroom to home school to music therapy sessions. Additionally, the author provides helpful tips on how to modify the activities to suit different learning styles and needs. The book also includes streaming video lessons that provide additional guidance and support for students. These videos are particularly useful for advanced musicians who may benefit from more personalized instruction. Overall, Vivaldi, Handel, Music Theory, Chords, Scales, Exercises is an excellent resource for music educators looking to help their advanced students take their skills to the next level. Highly recommended! Music Play: The Early Childhood Music Curriculum Guide for Parents, Teachers & Caregivers (Jump Right in Perschool) As a music educator working with young children, I am always on the lookout for resources that can help parents and caregivers engage their children in music at home. Music Play is an excellent resource that does just that. It provides clear instructions on how to use various musical instruments such as shakers and tambourines to explore different musical elements such as rhythm, melody, and harmony. One of the things I love about this book is its accessibility. The activities can be adapted for a variety of settings, from home school to music therapy sessions. Additionally, the author provides helpful tips on how to modify the activities to suit different learning styles and needs. The book also includes fun songs and games that incorporate various musical instruments, which helps keep children engaged and motivated. The author even includes ideas for using everyday objects as musical instruments, such as spoons or pots and pans. Overall, Music Play is an excellent resource for music educators looking to help parents and caregivers engage their young children in music at home. Highly recommended! The Style of Movement: Fashion & Dance As a dance instructor, I am always on the lookout for resources that can help my students develop their movement skills while also engaging with different styles of dance. The Style of Movement is an excellent resource that does just that. It provides clear instructions on how to use various props such as scarves and ribbons to explore different movements and dance styles such as salsa and tango. One of the things I love about this book is its flexibility. The activities can be adapted for a variety of settings, from classroom to home school to dance studio. Additionally, the author provides helpful tips on how to modify the activities to suit different learning styles and needs. The book also includes fun songs and games that incorporate various movements and dance styles, which helps keep students engaged and motivated. The author even includes ideas for using everyday objects as props, such as chairs or tables. Overall, The Style of Movement is an excellent resource for dance instructors looking to help their students develop their movement skills while also engaging with different styles of dance. Highly recommended! First We Sing! Songbook Two: More Songs and Games for the Music Class (Songbook 2) As a music educator working with young children, I am always on the lookout for resources that can make learning fun and engaging. First We Sing! Songbook Two is an excellent resource that does just that. It provides clear instructions on how to use various musical instruments such as tambourines and maracas to explore different musical elements such as rhythm, melody, and harmony. One of the things I love about this book is its flexibility. The activities can be adapted for a variety of settings, from classroom to home school to music therapy sessions. Additionally, the author provides helpful tips on how to modify the activities to suit different learning styles and needs. The book also includes fun songs and games that incorporate various musical instruments, which helps keep children engaged and motivated. The author even includes ideas for using everyday objects as musical instruments, such as spoons or pots and pans. Overall, First We Sing! Songbook Two is an excellent resource for music educators working with young children looking to make learning fun and engaging. Highly recommended! Music: A Subversive History As a history teacher, I am always on the lookout for resources that can help my students understand the role of music in different historical periods and cultures. Music: A Subversive History is an excellent resource that does just that. It provides clear instructions on how to use various musical instruments such as guitars and keyboards to explore different musical styles and genres such as blues and rock. One of the things I love about this book is its accessibility. The activities can be adapted for a variety of settings, from classroom to home school to music therapy sessions. Additionally, the author provides helpful tips on how to modify the activities to suit different learning styles and needs. The book also includes fun songs and games that incorporate various musical styles and genres, which helps keep students engaged and motivated. The author even includes ideas for using everyday objects as musical instruments, such as spoons or pots and pans. Overall, Music: A Subversive History is an excellent resource for history teachers looking to help their students understand the role of music in different historical periods and cultures. Highly recommended! Guitar Scales for Beginners: How to Solo Effortlessly and Create Your Own Music Even If You Don't Know What a Scale Is: Secrets to Your Very First Scale (Guitar Scales Mastery) As a guitar teacher, I am always on the lookout for resources that can help my students learn how to play scales quickly and easily. Guitar Scales for Beginners is an excellent resource that does just that. It provides clear instructions on how to use various musical instruments such as guitars and keyboards to explore different scales such as major and minor scales. One of the things I love about this book is its accessibility. The activities can be adapted for a variety of settings, from classroom to home school to music therapy sessions. Additionally, the author provides helpful tips on how to modify the activities to suit different learning styles and needs. The book also includes fun songs and games that incorporate various scales, which helps keep students engaged and motivated. The author even includes ideas for using everyday objects as musical instruments, such as spoons or pots and pans. Overall, Guitar Scales for Beginners is an excellent resource for guitar teachers looking to help their students learn how to play scales quickly and easily.