Four unique aspects of South Dakota are highlighted in this suite. The first movement, Sacred Black Hills, has an irregular 5/4 meter and pays tribute to the hills that were sacred to the Native Americans. In the second movement, Buffalo Bebop, the mighty buffalo is portrayed through the lumbering jazz bass line and playful right-hand melody. Jewel Cave, the third movement, uses colorful harmonies and sparkling runs to depict the gorgeous jewe...
In der Música-Latina-Reihe lernen die Schüler die Rhythmen, Stilrichtungen und musikalischen Merkmale der lateinamerikanischen Musik kennen. Jedes Stück beginnt mit einer kurzen Rhythmusübung, die als Vorbereitung auf die Rhythmus-Patterns des Stückes dient. Eine kurze Beschreibung des Titels soll die Fantasie der Musiker anregen. Book 1 ist für Anfänger mit Vorkenntnissen geschrieben. Titel: Brasilia * ¡Habanero! * Selva tropical * Café cha-c...
In der Música-Latina-Reihe lernen die Schüler die Rhythmen, Stilrichtungen und musikalischen Merkmale der lateinamerikanischen Musik kennen. Jedes Stück beginnt mit einer kurzen Rhythmusübung, die als Vorbereitung auf die Rhythmus-Patterns des Stückes dient. Eine kurze Beschreibung des Titels soll die Fantasie der Musiker anregen. Book 3 ist für Fortgeschrittene geschrieben. Titel: ¡Bienvenidos a la Argentina! * Estrellas in el cielo * Gaucho ...
The Mu¿sica Latina para Dos series by Wynn-Anne Rossi introduces students to the rhythms, styles, and musical characteristics of Latin American music. Each duet includes a short rhythm exercise to prepare students for the rhythm patterns featured in the piece, as well as a brief description to spark the performers' imaginations. The captivating rhythms and musical variety found in these duets will provide students with the opportunity to disco...
This elementary book introduces students to the art of original composition. It features the following composition tools: melodic shaping, phrasing, octave displacement, accidentals, major chords, minor chords, articulation, tempo changes, motif, and form. This is hands-down THE BEST step-by-step guide for teaching and learning to compose!" -Yiyi Ku, MusicTeachersHelper.com
This late elementary book introduces students to the art of original composition. It features the following composition tools: eighth notes, syncopation, sequences, phrasing, crescendo and diminuendo, musical high point, primary chords, pandiatonicism, upbeats and downbeats, and song lyrics. This is hands-down THE BEST step-by-step guide for teaching and learning to compose!" -Yiyi Ku, MusicTeachersHelper.com
This early elementary book introduces students to the art of original composition. It features the following composition tools: range, damper pedal, dynamics, tempo, melody, harmony, repeated patterns, conversations, meter, and grand staff. This is hands-down THE BEST step-by-step guide for teaching and learning to compose!" -Yiyi Ku, MusicTeachersHelper.com
Pianists at the late elementary level will experience a variety of Latin styles and rhythms in Wynn-Anne Rossi's Concertino in Latin Styles. The first movement features a bossa nova style, and the second movement captures the rhythm of a tango. The third movement has changing meters, alternating between 6/8 and 2/4, combined with staccato articulation to imitate the sound of claves. For students who love Latin styles or those who will experien...
This three-movement suite for one piano, four hands was inspired by one of the largest lakes in North America, bordering Vermont, New York, and Quebec. The first movement, Wind on the Water, " is a flowing piece in 5/4 meter that uses broken chords, broken intervals, and an expansive melody to capture the play of waves on the lake. The second movement, "Mystery of the Deep, " uses two contrasting sections, one mysterious and one cheerfully swi...
A new, four-book series by composer Wynn-Anne Rossi. The Dancing with the World series is inspired by international dance, rhythms and melodies, uniting performers in the celebration of movement. A brief introduction related to the background of each dance is included for every piece, and the music can be used as the basis of a themed recital to celebrate the history and cultural significance of each dance. Book 2 is arranged at the Late Eleme...
A new, four-book series by composer Wynn-Anne Rossi. The Dancing with the World series is inspired by international dance, rhythms and melodies, uniting performers in the celebration of movement. A brief introduction related to the background of each dance is included for every piece, and the music can be used as the basis of a themed recital to celebrate the history and cultural significance of each dance. Book 1 is arranged at the Elementary...
Pedal Technique, Volume Two continues to instruct students on how to incorporate pedal use into their playing in order to create a fuller and more vibrant sound. This book includes both original compositions and excerpts from famous works by composers such as Beethoven and Debussy.
The importance of the technical and intellectual proficiency of scales is a key element for a student's overall musical success. Scale practice is often avoided because it is considered tedious and boring. Get Ready for One-Octave Scale Duets! tackles this problem by pairing each major and minor scale with a tuneful teacher duet that motivates students to prepare their scale assignments. Also included in this book are music games for review, p...
Intuitive Journeys is a late intermediate through advanced collection of piano solos that invites students to explore the emotional messages behind the notes written on the page. Students are encouraged to use their instincts and imagination to create their own musical experience, and enjoy the process of self-discovery.
Get Ready for Chord and Arpeggio Duets! Book 2 introduces the student to major and minor chord inversions and two-octave arpeggios. As in Book 1, this volume includes a teacher duet for each inversion and arpeggio, as well as instructional pages, a mastery checklist, and theory games. This book helps make the learning process fun and an enjoyable part of daily practice!
