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ROCKIN EASY
Another winner from Don Muro to excite performers
and audiences. An energetic and spirited piece that "rocks" from beginning to
end. For beginning recorder players, with two performance options: S, SS. Includes 2
scores and accompaniment on CD or cassette.
Rockin' Easy
audio excerpt
"The composer has
created a legitimate rock tune
for players of lesser experience. By limiting the playing range to an octave beginning on
low-D and by keeping the rhythmic patterns uncomplicated, children with just one year or
less of instruction can perform this piece successfully. When I introduce the song, I
teach only a small section of the composition at a time The quarter-rest is significant in
this work and should he observed carefully to achieve the desired effect. The three themes
may be rehearsed as brief exercises prior to reading from the music. Encourage students to
sing note names and rhythm syllables as they silently finger; this will make the actual
playing much easier. The introduction and coda, identical except for one tone, would be a
good starting point. Many musical concepts can be taught through this piece, and students
will remain enthused. Although the
performance options include a lower harmony part, it is
better to begin with Soprano I. After a few lessons, the more able students will have
mastered the melody and will be eager to learn the alternate part, while slower ones may
continue to work on the melody."
(American
Recorder)
RM7KCD Kit
(2 scores & CD) $14.95
RM7S
Score $1.50
RM7CD
CD $13.95
RM7EP
Economy Pack (10 scores) $9.95
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