The Music Page @ Rhythm MP

Music Performance & Appreciation (MPA)

noreply@blogger.com (The Music Page) — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 05:29:00 +0000

Music is about creativity, imagination and self-expression.

MPA is an opportunity to...
develop listening skills
enhance rhythmic studies
practice harmony
write your own music
perform
But most of all, experience the joy of making music!

Click here to read MPA in Chinese Simplified 简体中文

What is MPA and how does it help in the journey of music education?
MPA stands for Music Performance and Appreciation, which is a gathering of music students to perform and acquire music appreciation through our activities.

MPA is NOT directly related to any music examination system. MPA is to help enhance the students' musical perception and creativity in music to develop their musical mind.

Are teachers and parents encouraged to witness this program?
YES. Teachers and parents are surely welcome to witness this program.

How is MPA related to students' regular on-going music lessons?
MPA assist teachers by helping to sustain the musical interest of their students through exploring various musical activities related to their music studies.

How does one benefit musically from the various MPA activities and games?
Come and find out for yourself.

Who can attend?
Students who have completed one of the following publications:
MPA-TMELC1 Theory Made Easy for Little Children Level 1
MPA-TMELC2 Theory Made Easy for Little Children Level 2
MPA-MFTB My First Theory Book
MPA-MSTB My Second Theory Book
MPA-MTTB My Third Theory Book
MPA-TOMME1 Theory of Music Made Easy Grade 1
MPA-TOMME2 Theory of Music Made Easy Grade 2
MPA-TOMME3 Theory of Music Made Easy Grade 3
MPA-TOMME4 Theory of Music Made Easy Grade 4

This special program is also suitable for kids with or without any music knowledge or musical experience. It involves:
• Music & Movement
• Rhythmic coordination
• Singing (pitch)
• Music composition using Card Games Made Easy
• Draw & Colour (based on a theme)

Music theory:
Music literacy is very important and being able to read music means you can explore any kind of music available today. This card game is a great teaching and learning aid for music. Early music rudiments can be easily learned, remembered and applied instantly using these cards. Let's learn to create music, which means to compose music using these cards.

Where will this take place?
Your local music centres, schools or studios. For more information, please click here to connect with Rhythm MP or call 00 60 4 5873689 or contact Michael +60194468473 or Tak Pin +60122950830.

Duration: 2 hours

Activities example:
Sing the song 'Mary Had a Little Lamb' that uses 3 notes, C, D and E only BUT to be rhythmically changed. Create your own rhythmic feel. Click here for MP3 audio of the sample below:

Click here for MP3 audio of the sample below:

Sing the song 'Good Morning' or 'Lightly Row' that uses 5 notes, C, D, E, F and G only BUT to be rhythmically changed. Create your own rhythmic feel. Click here for MP3 audio of the sample below:

Click here for MP3 audio of the sample below:

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Hit Parade Volume 26

noreply@blogger.com (The Music Page) — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 07:44:00 +0000

Song Title:
1,2,3,4 - Plain White's T
BEST OF ME - Daniel Powter
BETTER IN TIME - Leona Lewis
I WILL BE - Leona Lewis
LOVE STORY - Taylor Swift
I'M YOURS - Jason Mraz
LUCKY - Jason Mraz & Colbie Caillat
LOVEBUG - Jonas Brothers
NEXT PLANE HOME - Daniel Powter
TEARDROPS ON MY GUITAR - Taylor Swift
THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS - Miley Cyrus
WHITE HORSE - Taylor Swift

Instrument: Vocal, Piano, Guitar
Category: Songbook
Arrangement: Piano Arrangement with guitar chord diagram & lyrics
Publisher: Music Design / Music Net
Order No.: MBH-1001-26
Bar Code:
ISBN:
Total Pages:
Weight:
Book Size: 210mm X 297mm
Binding: Limp Bound

EZ Hit for Easy Piano Volume 9

noreply@blogger.com (The Music Page) — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 07:29:00 +0000

Song Title:
如燕 (新加坡电视连续剧«小娘惹»主题曲) - Olivia Ong
ru yan (Theme from Little Nyonya) - Olivia Ong
問候歌
wen hou ge (Theme From Corner With Love)
花海 - 周杰伦
hua hai - zhou jie lun (Jay Chou)
说好的幸福呢 - 周杰伦
shou hao de xing fu ne - zhou jie lun (Jay Chou)
Can I Have This Dance (Theme From High School Musical 3)
I'm Yours - Jason Mraz
I Dreamed A Dream (Theme From Les Miserables)
Lovebug - Jonas Brothers
Mercy (Theme From Sex & The City)
The Best Of Both Worlds (Theme From Hannah Montana The Movie)
White Horse - Taylor Swift

Instrument: Vocal, Piano, Guitar
Category: Songbook
Arrangement: Piano Arrangement with guitar chord & lyrics
Publisher: Music Design / Music Net
Order No.: MBE-1002-09
Bar Code: 9 789810 832186
ISBN: 981-08-3218-6
Total Pages:
Weight:
Book Size: 210mm X 297mm
Binding: Stapling

Music Jamboree

noreply@blogger.com (The Music Page) — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 06:57:00 +0000

Click here to view Music Jamboree's Photos

Rhythm MP will be hosting its 10th annual gathering and exchange program: Music Jamboree 2010. Please click here to open or save the Application Form in PDF.
Date: 3-8 September 2010 (Friday ~ Wednesday)
Location: Hotel Continental
City/Town: Penang, Malaysia

Check-in date: Friday, 3 September 2010
Check-out date: Wednesday, 8 September 2010

Program Outline:
Music Jamboree 2010 will commence on the morning of 4 September 2010 at the Hotel Continental’s Conference Room. The topics discussed will deal with pre-grade music education concepts, after which, teachers will be guided to develop a program for effective classroom learning.

These are the group activity skills that you can acquire:

Listening skills (intervals & pitch).
Rhythmic studies (body & limb movement, call & response).
Harmony (part-singing).
Organizing an ensemble performance involving a group of children.

It makes good sense to experience teaching the children immediately after acquiring ideas.

Note: During the 4-day jamboree, you will be required to apply the training in an active hands-on practical session with children. Please ensure that you are physically healthy. You are advised to wear light attire. T-shirts and pants (short / long) are encouraged.

Who should attend?

Teachers who are always seeking to improve themselves to excel in teaching.
Teachers who desire to know more about teaching young children.
Teachers who desire to make their lessons more interesting and motivating for their students.

Accommodations:
Penang (a.k.a the “Pearl of the Orient”) is located on the Straits of Malacca, northwest of Peninsula Malaysia. Tropical Penang is one of Southeast Asia’s most beautiful and historical islands, and is a popular international destination for conventions and vacations.
Many major airlines including budget airlines like Air Asia and Tiger Airways fly direct to the Penang International Airport.

You will be staying downtown at the Hotel Continental, with the old shopping district, restaurants, museums and famous Penang hawker food locations nearby. The hotel’s address is: No. 5, Penang Road, 10000 Penang.

Check-in date: Friday, 3 September 2010
Check-out date: Wednesday, 8 September 2010

Registration closing date: 31 May 2010.
Apply NOW to avoid disappointment!

We are now accepting applications on a first-come-first-served basis for teachers who are interested. All applicants are responsible for making their own travel and meal arrangements. Breakfast and Lunch will be provided.

Application Fee:
RM388.00 (USD148.00) per person.
(All applications include 5 nights accommodations with breakfast and lunch provided on "TWIN-sharing" basis, excluding personal expenses, e.g. laundry, phone calls, room services, mini bars, etc.)

To apply, please complete the Application Form with your personal details and send together with the money order / bank draft for full application fees to:
Rhythm MP Sdn. Bhd.
2060 & 2061, Jalan Persekutuan,
Permatang Tinggi Light Industry,
14000 Seberang Perai Tengah,
Penang, Malaysia.

All application fees are non-refundable.

For more information please contact Michael, Tak Pin or Yuni.

Phone: 00 60 19 4468473 (Mr. Michael Kay)
Email: michael_rmp@yahoo.com

Phone: 00 60 12 2950830 (Mr. Seng Tak Pin)
Email: tpseng_rmp@yahoo.com

Phone: 00 62 816 1935611 (Ms. Juniati Gunawan)
Email: yuni_rmp@yahoo.com

Because of Love (red book) with CD

noreply@blogger.com (The Music Page) — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 03:53:00 +0000

Editor/Author: Lucy L and Raymond Tan
Instrument: Piano
Category: Repertoire
Publisher: Rhythm MP
Order No.: MPB-1024
Bar Code: 9 789679 856026
ISBN: 967-985-602-X
Total Pages: 28
Weight: 170g
Book Size: 225mm X 300mm
Binding: Stapling
Description: Because of Love (red book) is a compilation of 12 character pieces, which are recollections of Tchaikovsky’s “Album for the Young”. It captures children’s fascination with creation and nature, their ardent sense of curiosity and adventure and the swift changes in their emotions and mood. This book is a diary of their experiences in growing up. The pieces provide a refreshing supplement to the classical repertoire. The technical and rhythmical challenges, together with special features such as performance and accompaniment CD, make the teaching and learning process enjoyable.
Games: Primary Chords, Musical Form & Structure

Contents:

Little Bunnies by Ashling Ng & Lucy L
Jumping Beans by Ashling Ng & Lucy L
Day Dreaming by Raymond Tan
Special Kind of Waltz by Lucy L
In the Woods by Lucy L
Ashley's Adventure by Raymond Tan
Butterflies by Raymond Tan
Treasure Hunt by Jeremy Ng
Lost by Jeremy Ng
A Sad Story by Lucy L
Fun Time Rag by Lucy L
Funny-faces by Raymond Tan

Hit Parade Volume 26

noreply@blogger.com (The Music Page) — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 03:50:00 +0000

Song Title:
Best Of Me - Daniel Powter
Next Plane Home - Daniel Powter
Better In Time - Leona Lewis
I Will Be - Leona Lewis
Love Story - Taylor Swift
1,2,3,4 - Plain White T's
Teardrops On My Guitar - Taylor Swift
White Horse - Taylor Swift
Lovebug - Jonas Brothers
I'm Yours - Jason Mraz
Lucky - Jason Mraz

Instrument: Vocal, Piano, Guitar
Category: Songbook
Arrangement: Piano Arrangement with guitar chord diagram & lyrics
Publisher: Music Design / Music Net
Order No.: MBH-1001-26
Bar Code:
ISBN:
Total Pages:
Weight:
Book Size: 210mm X 297mm
Binding: Limp Bound

Romantic Contemporary Hits Volume 39

noreply@blogger.com (The Music Page) — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 01:37:00 +0000

浪漫金曲第三十九集

如燕 (新加坡电视连续剧«小娘惹»主题曲) - Olivia Ong
ru yan (Theme from Little Nyonya) - Olivia Ong
走火入魔 - 阿信/丁当
zou hou ru mo - a xin /ding dang
右手边 - 光良
you shou bian - quang liang
花海 - 周杰伦
hua hai - zhou jie lun (Jay Chou)
稻香 - 周杰伦
dao xiang - zhou jie lun (Jay Chou)
时光机 - 周杰伦
shi quang ji - zhou jie lun (Jay Chou)
说好的幸福呢 - 周杰伦
shou hao de xing fu ne - zhou jie lun (Jay Chou)
安静了 - S.H.E.
an jing le - S.H.E.
海公路的出口 - S.H.E.
hai gong lu de chu kou - S.H.E.
小酒窝 - 林俊杰/蔡卓妍
xiao jiu wo - lin jun jie (JJ lin) / wang ya lun
我还想她 - 林俊杰
wo hai xiang ta - lin jun jie (JJ lin)
你不是真正的快乐 - 五月天
ni bu shi zhen zheng de kuai le - wo yue tian (Mayday)
突然好想你 - 五月天
ti ran hao xiang ni - wo yue tian (Mayday)

Instrument: Vocal, Piano, Guitar
Category: Songbook
Arrangement: Piano Arrangement with guitar chord diagram & lyrics
Publisher: Music Design / Music Net
Order No.: MBR-1001-39
Bar Code: 9 789810 823979
ISBN: 981-08-2397-9
Total Pages:
Weight:
Book Size: 210mm X 297mm
Binding: Limp Bound

Mary Had a Little Lamb

noreply@blogger.com (The Music Page) — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 02:21:00 +0000

Come, let us sing...

Music taken from Piano Lesson Made Easy Level 1
Or Step By Step Piano Course The Fun Way Step 1

Sing the song 'Mary Had A Little Lamb' that uses 3 notes, C, D and E (Solfège: Do Re Mi) only.

Lyrics:
Mary had a little lamb, little lamb, little lamb.
Mary had a little lamb its fleece was white as snow.

Solfège:
Mi Re Do Re Mi Mi Mi – Re Re Re – Mi Mi Mi –
Mi Re Do Re Mi Mi Mi Do Re Re Mi Re Do – – –

Letter names:
E D C D E E E – D D D – E E E –
E D C D E E E C D D E D C – – –

Create your own rhythmic feel e.g. clap and sing this rhythm below:

Use C and G chord as accompaniment to the song. Click here for MP3 audio of the sample below:

Let's get the family involved and make music at home. Please click on Kid’s Percussion Band Workshop.

Please click here to write your own lyrics to the tune of 'Mary Had A Little Lamb' in the comment section.

Music theory:
- Music literacy is very important and being able to read music means you can explore any kind of music available today.
- This song 'Mary Had A Little Lamb' only uses 3 notes, C, D and E (Solfège: Do Re Mi) only.

Card games:
- To recognize the note shapes, note types, note names and note values (the total number of beats in a semibreve, minim and crotchet etc). Please click on Card Games Made Easy.

Mega Starz Hitz Volume 14

noreply@blogger.com (The Music Page) — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:54:00 +0000

Instrument: Vocal, Piano, Guitar
Category: Songbook
Arrangement: Piano Arrangement with guitar chord diagram & lyrics
Publisher: Music Design / Music Net
Order No.: MBM-1001-14
Bar Code: 9789810815592
ISBN: 981-08-1559-2
Total Pages:
Weight:
Book Size: 210mm X 297mm
Binding: Limp Bound

Contents:
神秘嘉賓 - 林宥嘉
伯樂 - 林宥嘉
傳說 - 劉力揚 / 林宥嘉
收藏 - 蕭敬騰
原諒我 - 蕭敬騰
7 - 陳奕迅
然後怎樣 - 陳奕迅
愛與希望 - 林俊杰
期待爱 - 林俊杰
搶玫瑰 - 林宇中 / 林俊傑
干物女 - 林宇中
那些女孩教我的事 - 品冠
半生熟 - 戴佩妮 / 品冠
下一個天亮 - 郭靜
百分百 - 郭靜

EZ Hit for Easy Piano Volume 8

noreply@blogger.com (The Music Page) — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:51:00 +0000

Instrument: Vocal, Piano, Guitar
Category: Songbook
Arrangement: Piano Arrangement with guitar chord & lyrics
Publisher: Music Design / Music Net
Order No.: MBE-1002-08
Bar Code:
ISBN:
Total Pages:
Weight:
Book Size: 210mm X 297mm
Binding: Stapling

Selections From TV & Movie Themes Volume 28

noreply@blogger.com (The Music Page) — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:40:00 +0000

Instrument: Vocal, Piano, Guitar
Category: Songbook
Arrangement: Piano Arrangement with guitar chord diagram & lyrics
Publisher: Music Design / Music Net
Order No.: MBS-1001-28
Bar Code: 978910819262
ISBN: 981-08-1926-2
Total Pages:
Weight:
Book Size: 210mm X 297mm
Binding: Limp Bound

Contents:
Stay With Me - 蔡旻佑 [廣告(阿薩姆奶茶)主題曲]
你是此生最美的风景 - JS [電影(心動奇跡)主題曲]
路...一直都在 - 陳奕迅 [(尊尼獲加「黑牌」威士忌Keep Walking)主題曲]
不要說話 - 陳奕迅 [電影(時尚先生)主題曲]
十萬個為什麼 - 郭晉安/宣萱 [港劇(阿旺新傳)主題曲]
心计 - 李克勤 [港劇(酒店風雲)主題曲]
别怪他 - 吴卓义 [港劇(酒店風雲)插曲]
如果能在一起 - 梁靜茹 [台劇(新郎不是我)主題曲)]
今天情人節 - 梁靜茹 [2008世界巡迴)主題曲]
九十九次我愛他 - 元若藍 [台劇(命中注定我愛你)主題曲]
心願便利貼 - 吳忠明/元若藍 [台劇(命中注定我愛你)插曲[]
半情歌 - 元若藍 [台劇(命中注定我愛你)插曲]
我的快樂 - 錦繡二 [台劇(命中注定我愛你)插曲]
一個人的抒情歌 - 韓雪 [新視(愛情占線)主題曲]

Hit Parade Volume 23

noreply@blogger.com (The Music Page) — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:31:00 +0000

Song Title:
ALMOST HERE - Brain McFaddeb & Delta Goodrem
ANGELS BROUGHT ME HERE - Guy Sebastian
BEAUTIFUL - Christina Aguilera
DREAMS - Diana DeGarmo
EVERYTIME - Britney Spears
FOREVER AND ALWAYS - Shania Twain
I BELIEVE - Diana DeGarmo
I DREAM - Taufik
LOOK WHAT HAVE YOUR DONE - Jets
LIVE TWICE - Darius Danesh
SAY IT ISN'T SO - Gareth Gates
SUPERMAN - 5 for Fighting
THE WAY - Clay Aiken
THE VOICE WITHIN - S Club 7
TRUE - Ryan Cabrera
THE REASON - Hoobastank
WITHOUT YOU - Kimberley Locke / Clay Aiken

Instrument: Vocal, Piano, Guitar
Category: Songbook
Arrangement: Piano Arrangement with guitar chord diagram & lyrics
Publisher: Music Design / Music Net
Order No.: MBH-1001-23
Bar Code:
ISBN:
Total Pages:
Weight:
Book Size: 210mm X 297mm
Binding: Limp Bound

Hit Parade Volume 24

noreply@blogger.com (The Music Page) — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:23:00 +0000

Song Title:
BECAUSE OF YOU - Kelly Clarkson
BREAK AWAY - Kelly Clarkson
COLOR MY WORLD - Westlife
CRAWLING BACK TO YOU - Backstreet Boys
GOODBYE MY LOVE - James Blunt
HEART WITHOUT A HOME - Westlife
INCOMPLETE - Backstreet Boys
SHE WILL BE LOVED - Maroon 5
THAT'S MY GOAL - Shayne Ward
THAT'S WHERE YOU FIND LOVE - Westlife
UNTITLED - Simple Plan
WELCOME TO MY LIFE - Simple Plan
WHEN YOU TELL ME THAT YOU LOVE ME - Westlife & Diana Ross
YOU RAISED ME UP - Westlife
YOU'RE BEAUTIFUL - James Blunt

Instrument: Vocal, Piano, Guitar
Category: Songbook
Arrangement: Piano Arrangement with guitar chord diagram & lyrics
Publisher: Music Design / Music Net
Order No.: MBH-1001-24
Bar Code:
ISBN:
Total Pages:
Weight:
Book Size: 210mm X 297mm
Binding: Limp Bound

Adam György, Steinway Piano Artist

noreply@blogger.com (The Music Page) — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 02:40:00 +0000

Piano Workshop
at Wisma Bentley Music, Mutiara Damansara
on Thursday, 27 November 2008
at 10:00AM - 1:00PM
RM50 per person

Adam György plays Wedding March at the Liszt Academy of Music, Budapest

Piano Recital
at Wisma Bentley Music, Mutiara Damansara
on Friday, 28 November 2008
at 8:30PM
RM30 per person

Concert Programme:
Gyorgy: Improvisation on Well-known Tunes
J.S. Bach / Egon Petri: Sheep may safely graze
J.S. Bach / Myra Hess: Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring
Chopin: Ballade in G minor (op. 23)
Liszt: Rigoletto Paraphrase
Liszt: La Campanella
Mendelssohn / Liszt / Horowitz / Gyorgy: Wedding March
Liszt: Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2

Please call 00 60 3 77273333 Ext. 655

Wisma Bentley Music (opposite to TESCO)
No.3, Jln PJU 7/2, Mutiara Damansara, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia.
www.bentleymusic.com

Welcome to Adam György's World
"Some people say we have to break down the walls between classical and popular music. I would say we don't need to break them down, because there are no walls. My goal is to show that music is a language that can communicate our thoughts and emotions better than any other way in this world; it is simply music, with a message to deliver and with emotions to explain."

The story
When Adam was a young boy, he drew everything upside down. His worried parents took him to a doctor. The doctor decided there was something wrong with him, but was unable to diagnose the problem. His father, who was determined to understand why his son was different, watched Adam carefully.

One day he sat opposite Adam and asked him to draw a house. As the house began to take shape, Adam's father realized that although his son was drawing the house upside-down, he was able to see it right side up. At that moment he realized that Adam was drawing everything in a way that best displayed his drawing to the viewer.

This ability to see things from a different perspective was proof of Adam's natural inclination to perform, and revealed a thoughtful regard for how best to communicate with his audience.

Today, Adam communicates through his music in the same way as he drew as a child; with the understanding that the audience, the listener, is an active participant in bringing the music to life.

Studies
Adam was accepted to the Béla Bartók Conservatory as a prodigy in 1994, at the age of 12. He flourished under the tutelage of his piano teacher, Katalin Halmagyi, who continues to be his mentor and a key member of his creative team. In 1998 he won the National Youth Piano Competition, and two years later won Hungary's Pianist 2000 award at the age of 18. He was accepted at the Franz Liszt Academy of Music in Budapest in 2000 and studied under Professors György Nador and Balazs Reti. He graduated in 2006 and is currently doing his doctoral studies at the Liszt Academy with a state scholarship.

A Rising Star
In 2002 Adam won the Vienna Classics Prize (Wiener-Klassik-Preis) with his outstanding interpretation of Haydn's Sonata in G major (No. 54). In 2003 he won the Special Prize at the San Remo International Piano Competition, and in 2004 he won all prizes (First Prize, Grand Prize and Special Prize) at the First International Chopin Piano Competition in Budapest. That same year, CNN World Report identified him as a “rising star.”

In 2005 Adam was invited to the Steinway Artist community, a signal honor that places him in the company of the greatest pianists of all time, including Vladimir Horowitz, Artur Rubinstein, Krystian Zimmerman.

On October 22, 2006 Adam debuted at New York's Carnegie Hall to great acclaim. He continues to tour the world, delighting audiences in the United States, Europe and Southeast Asia with his virtuosity, his charm, and his improvisations on well-known melodies, all of which invite comparisons to the incomparable Franz Liszt.

The Artis's Creative Team
A supportive and dedicated group stands behind Adam’s success. He credits his teachers Katalin Halmagyi, György Nador, and Balazs Reti with the artistic direction of his concerts. His management team, led by his brother Laszlo György, books his concerts and handles publicity.

The Sky is the limit
There is another story about the young Adam György that reveals his unique perspective on life. As a boy, he believed he could fly. He would run from room to room, picking up speed, before throwing himself into the air and crashing to the ground. His parents tried to explain to him that it was impossible to fly, but he did not believe them. In the end, though, he has proven that it is possible. He flies on the wings of music without limits and his only wish is to take his audience with him.

Have you met him?
Have you heard him play?
Are you a fan of his?
Not yet? You are in the right place to get to know him better.
Adam György's fan club site: www.adamgyorgyfanclub.com

ABRSM International Young Composers' Competition

noreply@blogger.com (The Music Page) — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 00:18:00 +0000

Marking the 120th Anniversary of ABRSM in 2009

The ABRSM International Young Composers' Competition is open to anyone under the age of 18 who has ever taken an ABRSM exam. It's a great chance for you to have your music heard by our experienced panel of expert judges and possibly even performed live in a world-renowned concert hall.

Styles
We're open to all types of music for this competition, meaning that your piece can be composed in any style. Your piece can be for any solo instrument or voice, with or without piano accompaniment, and it does have to be written down, as other musicians may perform the winning compositions in concert.

Categories
There are two age categories: 14 or under, and 15-18. We'll award prizes to the winners and runners-up in both categories, with the winners both receiving £1,000, and the runners-up £500 each.

Live Performances
All four prize-winning compositions will be considered for performance at the ABRSM 120th Anniversary Gala Concert at the Cadogan Hall in the summer of 2009. The winning pieces will also be sent to our editors, with the possibility of them being published by ABRSM in the future. Just imagine having your music played by thousands of others!

How do I enter the competition?

Guidelines
1. To be eligible for the competition, you have to compose a new piece of music that:

is written for a solo instrument or voice, with or without piano accompaniment
lasts at least one minute and no more than five minutes
conforms to the technical parameters for one of the eight grades (for guidance, compare your piece with others on the syllabus)

2. Your final score can either be handwritten or typeset using computer music software. Please do not send a recording of any kind, as the panel will only consider the written scores they receive.

3. Read all competition regulations.

4. Download and complete the entry form, ask your music teacher to sign it too (see below, regulation 5 for details), then send it in with your score by post to:

Mr Leslie East
ABRSM International Young Composers’ Competition
ABRSM
24 Portland Place
London W1B 1LU
United Kingdom

Closing Date
The closing date for entries is 31 March 2009.

ABRSM International Young Composers' Competition Regulations

1. The ABRSM International Young Composers' Competition is open to any person aged 18 or under on 31 March 2009 who has entered for an ABRSM exam in any subject. The object of the Competition is to recognize, showcase and celebrate the creativity of young ABRSM exam candidates who have an interest in and a gift for composition.

2. There are two age groups for entries:

up to 14 years of age (entrants must be 14 or under on 31 March 2009);
aged 15 to 18 (entrants must be 18 or under on 31 March 2009 ).

3. The closing date for entries is 31 March 2009. Entries received after this date will not be considered.

4. Adjudication of the competition will take place in April 2009 and the winning entries will be announced on 1 May 2009.

5. Entrants must use the official entry form and the form must be submitted with the composition. The form must be counter-signed by a teacher, head of department or other musical authority who is prepared to warrant that the entry is the sole work of the composer. Verification of the entrant's eligibility for the competition will be made by ABRSM.

6. Compositions must be written for solo instrument/voice, with or without piano accompaniment. The duration must be at least one minute and no more than five minutes. Pieces must conform to the technical parameters of one of the eight grades appropriate to the instrument(s). For guidance on technical parameters entrants should refer to and study pieces listed in the ABRSM syllabuses.

7. Compositions submitted must a) have been written specifically for this competition; b) not have been entered for any other competition; c) not have been published previously; d) be owned solely by the composer. In the case of a vocal composition, if a text is used, permission to use a copyright text must be obtained in advance by the composer and evidence of permission being granted submitted with the entry.

8. Compositions must be submitted either handwritten, clearly and legibly, or set using computer music software. The submission must take the form of a printed or photocopied score. Copies submitted will not be returned. Only one submission per entrant will be allowed. The copyright in the composition will remain with the composer. If ABRSM offers to publish a winning entry it will offer the composer a publishing contract (see below, regulation 12).

9. There will be two awards in each age group. The winner in each group will receive £1,000 and the runner-up £500. The awards will be made to the composers of the works judged to demonstrate the most originality and technical ability.

10. In the event of the adjudicators deciding that no suitable entries were received for any of the prizes, then prizes may not be awarded.

11. The winning entries will be considered for performance at a Gala Concert in the summer of 2009 in London, though performance is not guaranteed. A recording of the concert may be made, in which case ABRSM will supply the composers with a copy of the recording of their pieces. By entering the competition, entrants grant first-performance rights to ABRSM. ABRSM will use its best endeavours to ensure that any performance promoted by ABRSM will be declared to the appropriate performing rights society.

12. The winning entries will also be considered for inclusion in future ABRSM publications, though publication is not guaranteed. ABRSM reserves the right to publish the winning entries and, by entering the Competition, entrants grant first-publication rights to ABRSM. If an entry is selected for publication ABRSM will offer a contract to the composer on standard industry terms. ABRSM may waive its first-publication right at anytime, on receipt of a written request from the composer.

13. All entrants must provide ABRSM with their name, address and other contact details. ABRSM will only ever use contact details for the purposes of administering this competition, and will not publish them or provide them to anyone without permission.

14. Winners will be contacted personally by email, telephone or by mail. If a winner is unable to be contacted after reasonable attempts have been made, ABRSM reserves the right to offer the prize to another entrant.

15. Entrants must supply full details as required above, and comply with all rules to be eligible for the prize. No responsibility is accepted for ineligible entries or entries made fraudulently.

16. ABRSM does not accept any responsibility for late or lost entries due to the postal service. Proof of sending is not proof of receipt.

17. The competition is not open to employees of, or the close relatives of employees of ABRSM and its associated companies or anyone else connected with the creation or administration of the Competition.

18. ABRSM's decision as to who the winners will be is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

19. ABRSM reserves the right to cancel this competition at any stage, if deemed necessary in its opinion, and if circumstances arise outside of its control.

20. Winning entrants will be expected to take part in post-competition publicity if required.

21. Entrants will be deemed to have accepted these rules and to agree to be bound by them when entering this competition.

www.abrsm.org

Welcome to Rhythm MP

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Music Fiesta

noreply@blogger.com (The Music Page) — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 03:21:00 +0000

A celebration of the joy of music...

Music Fiesta @ Surabaya, 14-15 November 2008 (Fri & Sat)
Music Fiesta @ Probolinggo, 16-17 November 2008 (Sun & Mon)
Music Fiesta @ Jakarta, 19-22 November 2008 (Wed - Sat)
Music Fiesta @ Bandung, 23-24 November 2008 (Sun & Mon)

Pendaftaran terbuka untuk seluruh penggemar musik kontemporer, siswa-siswi piano dan guru-guru yang tertarik menturut-sertakan siswa-siswinya dalam acara ini, baik dari Surabaya, Probolinggo, Jakarta, Bandung maupun luar kota. Untuk info lebih lanjut, jangan ragu-ragu untuk menghubungi Rhythm MP Jakarta (Yuni) langsung melalui telpon 021-70018106, 0816-1935611 atau email yuni_rmp@yahoo.com

Music Fiesta @ Surabaya, 14-15 November 2008 (Fri & Sat)

Surabaya: Jum'at, 14 November 2008
10:00 - 14:00 (incl. lunch time) • Teachers' Workshop. Biaya pendaftaran: Rp 300.000/orang (You will get Rhythm MP certificate and 1 ticket Recital for 50% discount.)
Lokasi: Surabaya Plaza Hotel
Kontak: Cadenza Music House, Ruko Mega Galaxy Blok 14C No. 12A, Jl. Kertajaya Indah Timur, Surabaya, telpon 031-5962676, 5936016

Surabaya: Sabtu, 15 November 2008
09:00 - 18:00 (detail jadwal menyusul sesuai dengan jumlah peserta) • Music Fiesta. Biaya pendaftaran: Rp 250.000/orang (You will get Rhythm MP certificate and 1 ticket Recital for free. Parents and teacher are invited for free during Music Fiesta.)
09:00 - 18:00 (detail jadwal menyusul sesuai dengan jumlah peserta) • Music Performance & Appreciation. Biaya pendaftaran:
Piano Lesson / Step by Step 1 atau 2: Rp 150.000/orang
Piano Lesson / Step by Step 3: Rp 200.000/orang
19:00 - 20:00 • Recital. Ticket masuk: Rp 60.000/orang
Lokasi: Surabaya Plaza Hotel
Kontak: Cadenza Music House, Ruko Mega Galaxy Blok 14C No. 12A, Jl. Kertajaya Indah Timur, Surabaya, telpon 031-5962676, 5936016

Music Fiesta @ Probolinggo, 16-17 November 2008 (Sun & Mon)

Probolinggo: Minggu, 16 November 2008
09:00 - selesai (detail jadwal menyusul sesuai dengan jumlah peserta) • Music Fiesta. Biaya pendaftaran: Rp 250.000/orang (sudah termasuk tiket recital untuk peserta dan 1 pendamping)
09:00 - selesai (detail jadwal menyusul sesuai dengan jumlah peserta) • Music Performance & Appreciation. Biaya pendaftaran:
Piano Lesson / Step by Step 1 atau 2: Rp 210.000/orang
Piano Lesson / Step by Step 3: Rp 240.000/orang
(setiap siswa akan mendapatkan 1 buku gratis dan tiket recital untuk peserta dan 1 pendamping)
18:30 - 20:30 • Recital. Tiket masuk: Rp 50.000/orang
Lokasi: Bioskop Wijaya Kusuma, Jl. Basuki Rahmat Probolinggo
Kontak: Cendana Musik

Probolinggo: Senin, 17 November 2008
Kalian bisa ikut Masterclass bersama Wilson Quah untuk lebih memperdalam materi yang sedang kalian pelajari. Biaya pendaftaran: Rp 500.000/45-menit
Lokasi: Jl. Panjaitan 41. Probolinggo
Kontak: Cendana Musik

Music Fiesta @ Jakarta, 19-22 November 2008 (Wed - Sat)

Jakarta: Rabu, 19 November 2008
10:00 - 14:00 (incl. lunch time) • Teachers' Workshop. Biaya pendaftaran: Rp 250.000/orang
Lokasi: Trinity Music Center, Galeri Niaga Mediterania II Blok M No.8Q-R, Pantai Indah Kapuk, Jakarta Utara, telpon 021-5884208, 5880896

Jakarta: Kamis, 20 November 2008
10:00 - 14:00 (incl. lunch time) • Teachers' Workshop. Biaya pendaftaran: Rp 250.000/orang
Lokasi: Excellent Music, Ruko Intercon Jl. Taman Kebon Jeruk Blok A IX/15, Jakarta Barat, telpon 021-5490261

Jakarta: Jum'at, 21 November 2008
10:00 - 14:00 (incl. lunch time) • Teachers' Workshop. Biaya pendaftaran: Rp 250.000/orang
Lokasi: CDE Music, Ruko Barcelona Blok ERK No.22 BSD City, Serpong, Tangerang, telpon 021-53157314, 53157324

Jakarta: Sabtu, 22 November 2008
09:00 - 18:30 (detail jadwal menyusul sesuai dengan jumlah peserta) • Music Fiesta. Biaya pendaftaran: Rp 200.000/orang
09:00 - 18:30 (detail jadwal menyusul sesuai dengan jumlah peserta) • Music Performance & Appreciation. Biaya pendaftaran:
Piano Lesson / Step by Step 1 atau 2: Rp 120.000/orang
Piano Lesson / Step by Step 3: Rp 160.000/orang
19:30 - 21:00 • Recital. Tiket masuk: Rp 60.000/orang
Lokasi: Hotel Mega Anggrek, Anggrek Function Room, 1st floor, Jl. Arjuna Selatan No. 4, Kemanggisan, Jakarta Barat

Music Fiesta @ Bandung, 23-24 November 2008 (Sun & Mon)

Bandung: Minggu, 23 November 2008
13:00 - 14:30 (max 15 orang) • Music Fiesta. Biaya pendaftaran: Rp 200.000/orang
15:00 - 16:30 (max 20 orang) • Music Performance & Appreciation.
17:00 - 18:30 (max 20 orang) • Music Performance & Appreciation.
Biaya pendaftaran:
Piano Lesson / Step by Step 1 or 2: Rp 100.000/orang
Piano Lesson / Step by Step 3: Rp 150.000/orang
20:00 - 21:30 • Recital. Tiket masuk: Rp 60.000/orang
Lokasi: Auditorium 'Graha Kadin', Jl. Talaga Bodas No. 31, Bandung
Kontak: Andry Efendy Music Studio, Jl. Burangrang No. 29-B, Bandung, telpon 022-7304319, 0816-4216760 atau email andry.efendy@gmail.com

Bandung: Senin, 24 November 2008
10:00 - 14:00 (incl. lunch time) • Teachers' Workshop. Biaya pendaftaran: Rp 250.000/orang
Lokasi: Allegria Music, Setrasari Mall B2 No. 16, Jl. Prof. Dr. Ir. Sutami, Bandung
Kontak: Allegria Music, 022-2017520, 2016019, 0852-20283088

What to prepare?
Music Fiesta: You just need to play a song of your choice from any publications of Christopher Norton or Pam Wedgwood. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate music by performing together with the guest clinician; Wilson Quah!

Music Performance & Appreciation: You only need to play one song from the Piano Lesson Made Easy or Step by Step Piano Course series and get one book free*. Guest clinicians: Wilson Quah and Michael Kay. (*Free book given will be one level up from your current level registered.)

Teachers' Workshop: Exploring new ways to music interpretation and performance based on the publications of Christopher Norton or Pam Wedgwood. Teachers are encouraged to prepare one song. Guest Clinician: Wilson Quah.

Recital: Enjoy an evening recital with Wilson Quah and selected participants from the Music Fiesta (it could be you..!!).

About the Clinician

A performer, composer, arranger, producer, adjudicator and practicing musician, Wilson Quah is a clinician for many music seminars and workshops namely, Improvisation Workshop, Music Camp, Jazz Clinics, etc. He majored in Jazz Studies at the Berklee College of Music, Boston, USA. As a music educator, he specializes in jazz studies (composition, arranging, performance), improvisation, modern theory and harmony. Besides being a clinician, Wilson has also composed and produced movie and drama soundtracks, TV and radio commercials. On top of that, he is also an author, writer and editor of numerous music publications. As a performing musician, he currently heads a jazz band incorporating a trio and a vocalist. His group "Tonal Alchemy" was the opening act for the inaugural First Penang Island Jazz Festival 2004 featuring great musicians from all over the world.

In 2005 till 2007, Wilson led a group of jazz enthusiasts on a workshop tour in conjunction of the Penang Island Jazz Festival. In the workshop tour, participants were guided through the history and evolution of the various styles that jazz has become till present day. In that same year, the Areca Jazz Ensemble was founded under the direction and guidance of Wilson Quah as their conductor, composer and arranger. The Areca Jazz Ensemble is a Big Band comprising of young children performing on various big band orchestral instruments. The Areca Jazz Ensemble was formed to provide children with the opportunity to realise their passion to perform. Since 2005, under the direction and guidance of Wilson Quah, the Areca Jazz Ensemble was selected as the opening act for the Penang Island Jazz Festival.

Write Your Own Music (WYOM)

noreply@blogger.com (The Music Page) — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 02:40:00 +0000

Music is about creativity, imagination and self-expression.

Schools should be places where students find learning fun and enjoyable. There should be freedom of expression and an atmosphere of exchange of ideas and debate.

Program details:
1. DISCOVER YOUR TALENTS:
Experience the joy of creating music
2. MUSICAL PERFORMANCE:
Exploring and discovering chords to be used with the melody

For students with music background
Duration: 2 hours
Things to bring: pencils and erasers

Registration is available from your local music retailers. For more information please contact Michael +60194468473 or Tak Pin +60122950830 or Rhythm MP at 00 60 4 5873689.

Doranthi Charalambidi (9)
students of Christiana Kalogeropoulou (Greece)

Variations of chord progressions:
Primary chords: I, IV & V7
Secondary chords: IIm, IIIm, VIm & VIIdim

Chord: I & V7
This is the simplest chord progression to use. Chord I to V7 and V7 to I (Perfect Cadence) will suit any song composed using the notes C to G.

Chord: I, IV & V7
These form the primary chords that are diatonic to all major scales. Adding Chord IV will add more harmony to the tune.

Chord: I, IIm & V7
The use of IIm (minor) introduces the sound of a minor chord. The tonality of a minor chord offers a different soundscape from the major and dominant 7th sounds above. From here on, the harmony starts to get more interesting by exploring sounds from other chords.

Chord: I, IIm, IIIm & V7
Chord IIIm is introduced here. This chord has its limitations and may not sound that good in certain circumstances.

Chord: I, IIm, IIIm, IV, V7 & Vim
Having more chords to use allows more exploration of chords. A mix of primary and secondary chords allows interesting harmony to be created for a melody. The samples below are just some ideas that are possible. Explore the given chords and create a chord progression that you like.

Of course, there are other chords possible but diatonic chords to the scale are the safest to use especially in a situation like the WYOM project, where you have to add chords to the 8-bar compositions that your students have created to perform them.

Music Camp (Music For Kids)

noreply@blogger.com (The Music Page) — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 04:51:00 +0000

Music is about creativity, imagination and self-expression.

Click here to read Music Camp in Chinese Simplified 简体中文

A special music program for young kids aged 5 & 6 years old to discover and experience the joy of music, to stimulate their creativity and self-expression.

This program involves:
• Music & Movement
• Rhythmic coordination
• Singing (pitch)
• Music composition using Card Games Made Easy
• Draw & Colour (based on a theme)

Who can take part in this program?
This special program is for kids with or without any music knowledge or musical experience. It is open to all to experience the joy of music.

How can it help young kids?
• Helps identify some dysfunctions like motor-skill problems, hearing problems (tone deaf), rhythmic coordination problems (rhythm blind).
• Improve total body and limbs coordination.
• Active participation in activities to build self-esteem/confidence.

How long is the program?
It is a 2½ hour program (9.30am – 12pm) that engages young kids in various musical activities.

Are observers allowed?
Yes, as long as they are parents of your students and teachers of your school, and there has to be enough space to accommodate everyone.

What to bring?
Writing utensils: colour pencils or crayons, pencils, eraser, sharpener, etc.

Registration is available from your local music retailers. For more information please contact Michael +60194468473 or Tak Pin +60122950830 or Rhythm MP at 00 60 4 5873689.

Schools should be places where students find learning fun and enjoyable. There should be freedom of expression and an atmosphere of exchange of ideas and debate.

Jimmy Boyle Young Talent Jazz Competition 2008

noreply@blogger.com (The Music Page) — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 01:08:00 +0000

Date: Monday, 11 August 2008

Greetings!

We are pleased to announce that The Jimmy Boyle Young Talent Jazz Competition for musicians 25 years and below is now open!

Entries for the Competition this year is by submission of DVD and the Closing date is 17th October 2008.

Please find attached the Competition form with the relevant details which can be printed out and distributed to interested parties (click on Competitionform08print.pdf).

Audio samples and score sheets of the compulsory Jimmy Boyle pieces are available on the Penang Island Jazz Festival website at www.penangjazz.com

Spread the Word and Keep the Music Alive!

Thanks and Regards

Paul Augustin
Festival Director
Tel: 00 60 12 2967800
Email: paul@penangjazz.com

“Win A Chance To Perform On The Main Stage of The Penang Island Jazz Festival”

Open to all aspiring musicians below the age of 25
Closing date for entries is 17 October 2008
All entries are through submission of Demo DVDs
The demos must include the following:

Click here for PDF score sheet of Cendering by Yusni Hamid
Click here for MP3 audio sample of Cendering by Yusni Hamid

Click here for PDF score sheet of Gema Rembulan (Instrumental)
Click here for MP3 audio sample of Gema Rembulan (Instrumental)

Click here for PDF score sheet of Jauh Jauh by Adibah Noor
Click here for MP3 audio sample of Jauh Jauh by Adibah Noor

Click here for PDF score sheet of Putra Putri (Instrumental)
Click here for MP3 audio sample of Putra Putri (Instrumental)

Concert of Sacred Music with Choir and Orchestra

noreply@blogger.com (The Music Page) — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 08:40:00 +0000

Date: August 9, 2008

Dear Brothers & Sisters in Christ,

RE: Concert on Sacred Music with Choir & Orchestra

Shalom! May the grace of God be with you always!

The Malaysia Baptist Theological Seminary is pleased to announce a “Concert of Sacred Music with Choir and Orchestra” by the 120-strong Choir and Pipe and String Orchestra of the Kowloon Baptist Church, HongKong on 17 August 2008 at 8:00 pm. The venue is Penang Christian Centre, 1 Jalan Khaw Sim Bee.

The concert team formed by music professor was originally scheduled to perform in Beijing, but the trip was cancelled by the authorities (probably due to the Olympics). As a result, at the last minute, the team decided to come to Malaysia instead. They will be performing in Kuala Lumpur on the 15th and 16th August, before coming to Penang. We apologise for this short notice.

We enclose herewith the flyer of the concert (MusicalNIte4.pdf). Please come and join us and invite your friends to attend. Admission is free. Let us together to hear the choir and orchestra praising and glorifying God and proclaiming God’s love with their beautiful voices and music. Should you need further information, please contact my assistant, Ms. Tan Mei Ying (Tel: 04-881 2246, email: mrtc@mbts.net.my) or Ms. Lim Chia Yee (Tel: 04-881 1223, email: baptsmission@po.jaring.my).

We sincerely appreciate your support and partnership.

Dr. John Ong
President, Malaysia Baptist Theological Seminary

日期：2008年8月9日

主內弟兄姐妹，

主里平安！愿主耶稣基督的恩惠常与您们同在！

本院谨订于二零零八年八月十七日（星期日），晚上八时正假槟城基督徒中心（Penang Christian Centre, 1, Jalan Khaw Sim Bee）举行「圣乐交响乐晚会」。「香港九龙城浸信会」的一百廿人诗班及交响乐队将为大家演出；他们以优雅的歌声及美妙的旋律来述说神的尊贵与荣美！请勿错过！

原本这支由音乐专业人士组成的队伍是去北京演出的，不过临时被通知取消行程（也许是奥运的缘故）。与其白白的浪费一番心血练习，再加上他们都已经请了假；于是领队当机立断：不如前来我国！故此，本月十五及十六日，他们将会在吉隆坡演出，紧接下来就莅临槟城。基于临时的安排，在宣传上也显得相当仓促，见谅！

随函寄上传单（MusicalNIte4.pdf），诚恳邀请您前来参加，也请代为宣传，入场免费！届时恭候各位的光临，齐颂主爱！任何詢問，请聯絡：陳美櫻姐妹（電話：04-8812446，電郵：mrtc@mbts.net.my）或林佳儀姐妹（電話：04-8811223，電郵：bapts@po.jaring.my）。

感謝您的支持及同工。

並祝蒙恩、蒙福

王美锺博士

马来西亚浸信会神学院院长

CDE

noreply@blogger.com (The Music Page) — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 08:55:00 +0000

Click here for CDE song sheet with audio in PDF
Composed by Dr. Geraldine Law-Lee

Acrobat Reader is required to open this PDF, and it can be down-loaded free of charge at www.adobe.com/reader

Echo singing.

Teacher: I just found a secret
Student's response: I just found a secret

Teacher: One that I can share
Student's response: One that I can share

Teacher: It's the joy of Music
Student's response: It's the joy of Music

Teacher: I enjoy each day
Student's response: I enjoy each day

Teacher: It can make you happy
Student's response: It can make you happy

Teacher: Share your music now
Student's response: Share your music now

Teacher: It's a gift for all the world
Student's response: It's a gift for all the world

Teacher: Let me show you how
Student's response: Let me show you how

Verse 2:
You can write your own song
And your rhythm too
It's a joy for you friend
Yes it's something new

Verse 3:
I can play my tune now
I can sing it too
Do Re Do Re Mi Mi Mi
Re Do Mi Re Do

(repeat ending 3x and slow down last time)

Introduce Solfège (Do, Re, Mi, Fa, Sol) in place of the lyrics.

Teacher: Do Re Do Re I Mi - Mi -
Student's response: Do Re Do Re I Mi - Mi -

Teacher: Re Do Re Mi I Do - - -
Student's response: Re Do Re Mi I Do - - -

Teacher: Do Re Do Re I Mi - Mi -
Student's response: Do Re Do Re I Mi - Mi -

Teacher: Re Do Mi Re I Do - - -
Student's response: Re Do Mi Re I Do - - -

Teacher: Mi Mi Mi Mi I Do - Do -
Student's response: Mi Mi Mi Mi I Do - Do -

Teacher: Re Do Re Mi I Re - - -
Student's response: Re Do Re Mi I Re - - -

Teacher: Do Re Do Re I Mi Mi Mi -
Student's response: Do Re Do Re I Mi Mi Mi -

Teacher: Re Do Mi Re I Do - - -
Student's response: Re Do Mi Re I Do - - -

The More We Get Together

noreply@blogger.com (The Music Page) — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 05:24:00 +0000

The more we get together, together, together.
The more we get together, the merrier we'll be.
For your friends are my friends and my friends are your friends.
The more we get together, the merrier we'll be.

Music taken from Piano Lesson Made Easy Level 3, page 41

Activity:
1) Students have to memorize the song first.
2) Form a big circle. Sit down with legs crossed.
3) Lift left hand slightly above left leg, with palms upwards.
4) Right hand will clap the 6-beat rhythm, in anti-clockwise direction.

Beat 1: Right hand claps own left palm
Beat 2: Right hand claps own left leg
Beat 3: Right hand claps own right leg
Beat 4: Right hand claps friend's left palm, hit upwards
Beat 5: Right hand claps friend's left palm, hit downwards
Beat 6: Right hand claps friend's left palm, hit downwards

5) To add variety, this song can go from slow to fast. It helps to build the tempo sense from slow to fast.

Are You Sleeping?

noreply@blogger.com (The Music Page) — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 05:17:00 +0000

Are you sleeping? Are you sleeping? Brother John, Brother John.
Morning bells are ringing. Morning bells are ringing. Ding, dong, bell. Ding, dong, bell.

Music taken from Piano Lesson Made Easy Level 3, page 8

The lyrics 'Are You Sleeping?' can be substituted with any subject or topic you have learned. For example:

Daddy Mummy. Daddy Mummy. I love you. I love you.
You are always loving. You are always caring. I love you. I love you.

London Bridge

noreply@blogger.com (The Music Page) — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 05:02:00 +0000

London Bridge is falling down, falling down, falling down.
London Bridge is falling down. My fair lady.

Music taken from Piano Lesson Made Easy Level 1.

The lyrics 'London Bridge' can be substituted with any subject or topic you have learned. For example:

早睡早起精神好，精神好，精神好。
早睡早起精神好，心情更好。

Mana ambil, letak balik, letak balik, letak balik.
Mana ambil, letak balik. Budak yang baik.