First Steps In Music Theory Grades 1 To 5

"An introduction to the necessary elements of music, this title is suitable for students preparing for examinations, as well as a resource for those learning to read music. It also features a step-by-step presentation of the basic facts of music theory; a grade-by-grade format; numerous music examples; and more." -- Provided by publisher.

"Written by a national leader in early childhood music education, this creatively illustrated book contains everything you need to lead a music class for preschool and early elementary students, including: echo songs, call-and-response songs, simple songs, songtales, action songs, circle games, beat motion activities, and more. Repertoire in the curriculum is based on folk music and traditional songs and rhymes because of their natural melodic expressiveness, language flow, and texts filled with wonder. Additionally, the book includes complete lesson plans for a three-year curriculum, coordinates with high-quality recordings, and offers a classical music component perfect for movement."--From publisher's description.

Basic Music Theory takes you through the sometimes confusing world of written music with a clear, concise style that is at times funny and always friendly. The book is written by an experienced teacher using methods refined over more than ten years in his private teaching studio and in schools. --from publisher description.