Category: Composition

Musicianship Monthly for April

3/29/2021

It's that time again! A new month means a new opportunity to explore a fun musicianship skill with your students! (Want to learn more about Musicianship Monthly and see past activities? Click HERE!)

For the month of April, we will be exploring 3 basic chord progressions and creating original music using the process of guided composition. Through this process, even your elementary students can compose and notate their own musically satisfying compositions!

Click "read more" to learn how it works, and to download your free guided composition worksheets!

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Musicianship Monthly for February

1/31/2021

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It's that time again! The start of a new month means the opportunity to explore a new musicianship skill! (Want to learn more about Musicianship Monthly and see past activities? Click HERE!)

This month's activity is a fun one, and a perfect way to beat the "winter blues." Read on for resources to help your students learn about the 12 Bar Blues!

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Happy Birthday, Mozart!

1/27/2021

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Did you know that Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born on this day in 1756 in Salzburg, Austria?

Sadly, Mozart only lived 35 short years. However, his contributions to the world of classical music will live on forever!

Today I am sharing a few free resources in honor of Mozart's special day.

An elementary practice packet to help students learn about Mozart, including an arrangement of "A Little Night Music."

A composing activity inspired by Mozart's love of puzzles and dice!

Create your own variations on "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star"--just like Mozart did--with this transposing worksheet.

Want to wish Mozart a happy birthday? Check out my free lead sheet version of the birthday song HERE.

Many happy returns, Mozart!

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Music Publishing 101

1/22/2021

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I am often asked how I got started publishing my music. How does the publishing process work? What options are available today for composers looking to get started in the publishing industry?

The landscape of music publishing has changed greatly in the last ten years. There are more options than ever for composers to publish and market their music, either on their own or with the help of an established company.

So today, I am sharing a quick “Music Publishing 101” that will give you some insight into what your options are if you (or your students) are looking to publish sheet music of your own original compositions.

Curious about how the process works? Read on for more!

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Halloween Freebies for 2020

9/18/2020

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The official start of fall is (finally!) just around the corner!

Since I have recently updated my Free Stuff page, today I am sharing a round-up of all of the free resources I have available for the fall/Halloween season.

Looking for some spooky music? Or maybe a Halloween composing project to do this month? Read on for several free resources you can use with your students in the month ahead!

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