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Summer School 2011

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Teaching keyboard in Wider Opportunities

Mike Adcock shares his experiences.

How to teach electronic keyboard

How is teaching keyboard different from teaching piano? Find out how to do it: a guide for pianists.

How to understand the jargon

Dazzled by the terminology? Here some of the most commonly used words are explained.

How to set up a keyboard group

Want to set up a keyboard group? Find out how Kath Todd did it in Solihull with ‘Keys".

How to be safe when playing keyboards together

It is everyone"s responsibility to make sure that health and safety are taken seriously. These safety suggestions have been collected together after many years of teaching electronic instruments.

Ensemble Music

HOW TO BUY

The following pieces are for ‘Keyboard Orchestra’ and are for sale via this website. To order any of the items below click ‘add to order’ and then complete the checkout process on line. (If you would prefer to pay by cheque please contact NEKC on 01622 679481.) Alternatively, why not join NEKC and download the scores and parts for FREE? JOIN HERE>>

They are sold as score and individual parts, front and back cover, and binder, all pages being removable. Postage is included (for UK only) .

NB: The score is under copyright, but permission is given to photocopy the pupil parts.

USING THE SCORES

Players of all standards, from beginner to advanced, are given a part suitable for their level. A part can be played by an individual or by several pupils in a group. ‘Sectional rehearsals’ can be held before coming together as a larger ensemble. Some of the pieces can be performed by a very small group, others extend to as many as twelve different parts. If there is more than one part at each level of difficulty the number is shown in brackets. The auto-accompaniment (backing) will hold the ensemble together as long as it is sufficiently amplified, or played on a high specification instrument. In pieces without backing, a conductor may be needed.

BETTER NEVER THAN LATE by John Caudwell

BETTER NEVER THAN LATE by John Caudwell

A: (2) easy B: (2) fairly easy C: (2) intermediate D: (3) fairly advanced
A surprisingly cheery piece in 9 parts, ideal for a fairly advanced ensemble where they could take a part each. As it is without backing, they really need to listen to each other; the ‘bass guitar’ player manipulates the tempo changes. Listen to sample >> View larger version >>

Price £8.50

CONNEMARA by Nancy Litten

CONNEMARA by Nancy Litten

A: easy B: fairly easy C: (3) intermediate D: advanced
The misty beauty of the Irish National Park is evoked, featuring oboe and flute solos against soft strings. Group A have to maintain a steady pulse for the whole ensemble with their staccato bass line. Listen to sample >> View larger version >>

Price £6.00

COSMIC CULTIVATION by Nancy Litten

COSMIC CULTIVATION by Nancy Litten

A: easy B: fairly easy C: intermediate D: fairly advanced BACKING: advanced
Harp and recorder/fantasia (dual voice) produce a celestial sound, and parts A and B enjoy the occasional use of birdsong and seashore. The middle section features a raunchy take on ‘Mary Mary quite contrary’. Listen to sample >> View larger version >>

Price £6.50

LULLABY 2 by John Caudwell

LULLABY 2 by John Caudwell

B: fairly easy C: (2) intermediate D: (2) advanced
John Caudwell wrote this piece for the birth of his second son. It combines strings with recorder and achieves an endearing mix of sweetness and innovation. Some of the bars are five beats long, so a conductor is needed. Listen to sample >> View larger version >>

Price £5.00

MEN OF HARLECH Traditional arranged by Nancy Litten

MEN OF HARLECH Traditional arranged by Nancy Litten

A: (2) easy B: (2) fairly easy C: intermediate BACKING: intermediate
A rousing piece with opportunities for trumpet and piccolo improvisation during the second playing. A beginner with a good sense of rhythm could be given the snare drum part. Tango works surprisingly well as a backing. Listen to sample >> View larger version >>

Price £3.50

NEVER AGAIN by John Caudwell

NEVER AGAIN by John Caudwell

A: (3) fairly easy B: (2) fairly easy C: (3) intermediate D: (5) advanced
This is an adventurous and thrilling piece, like film music. It creates a whole new sound world impossible on acoustic instruments. It requires quite advanced ensemble skills and would make an ideal showpiece for teachers to perform. Listen to sample >> View larger version >>

Price £13.00

PASS THE POPCORN PLEASE! by Kath Todd

PASS THE POPCORN PLEASE! by Kath Todd

A: easy B: fairly easy C: intermediate D: intermediate
The excited atmosphere of a group outing to the cinema is well captured, and there are allusions to a famous theme. It is quite easy and short, so doesn’t take long to learn. Listen to sample >> View larger version >>

Price £3.50

PRELUDE by J.S Bach arranged by John Caudwell

PRELUDE by J.S Bach arranged by John Caudwell

A: easy B: fairly easy C: (2) intermediate D: advanced
A well-known classical favourite is the inspiration for this piece. The rippling solo harpsichord part requires a good technique, and the slow string lines provide the challenge of maintaining ensemble without a drum beat. Listen to sample >> View larger version >>

Price £5.00

SLINKY SUSAN by Nancy Litten

SLINKY SUSAN by Nancy Litten

A: easy B: fairly easy C: intermediate D: (4) intermediate/advanced BACKING: intermediate
Dance bands of the 1930s are evoked here, with saxophone, muted trumpets, strings, and a satisfyingly challenging piano part. Syncopation and notes tied across the bar-line add to the ‘slinky’ effect. The backing uses many 7th chords. Listen to sample >> View larger version >>

Price £6.50

Slinky Susan (arranged in 4 parts) by Nancy Litten

Slinky Susan (arranged in 4 parts) by Nancy Litten

A: easy or B: fairly easy C: (2) intermediate D: advanced (or for teacher) BACKING: intermediate
At the request of a teacher, this popular piece has been arranged into 4 parts, which makes it easier to perform with small groups. There are the options of either A or B parts and the piano part (D) could possibly be played by the teacher. Listen to sample >> View larger version >>

Price £5.50

SLOW BALLAD by Nancy Litten

SLOW BALLAD by Nancy Litten

A: very easy B: fairly easy C: intermediate BACKING: intermediate
The haunting melody is easy, only using four notes. It is accompanied by rich strings and romantic harmonies, which if necessary could all be played by the teacher. Listen to sample >> View larger version >>

Price £2.50

Street Cred by Kath Todd

Street Cred by Kath Todd

B: (2) fairly easy C: (2) intermediate BACKING: intermediate
A short, buoyant piece with a modern edge and opportunities for four-bar improvisations.
Listen to sample >> View larger version >>

Price £3.50

SUNSHINE THROUGH THE LEAVES by Nancy Litten

SUNSHINE THROUGH THE LEAVES by Nancy Litten

A: very easy B: easy C: fairly easy D: intermediate BACKING: easy
This piece is ideal for encouraging pupils to use their volume control. Each of the melodies has a turn in the limelight while the others become accompaniment. The backing only uses chords C, G and F, and so can be played by a beginner. Listen to sample >> View larger version >>

Price £4.00

TASTE OF DARKNESS by John Caudwell

TASTE OF DARKNESS by John Caudwell

A: easy B: (2) fairly easy C: (2) intermediate D: (2) intermediate/advanced BACKING: advanced
The imaginative orchestration provides a dark-hued and distinctive sound-world. Solos are contrasted with rich harmonies against driving rhythms.Listen to sample >> View larger version >>

Price £6.50

THE PRETENDER by Nancy Litten

THE PRETENDER by Nancy Litten

A: easy B: fairly easy C: intermediate D: (2) fairly advanced BACKING: fairly easy
The piece evokes the initial jauntiness of a hopeful army and then sadness of retreat. You can hear the fife and the marching feet, and the melody of ‘Charlie is my Darling’. Listen to sample >> View larger version >>

Price £5.00

WHERE’ER YOU WALK by Handel arranged by Nancy Litten

WHERE’ER YOU WALK by Handel arranged by Nancy Litten

A: easy B: fairly easy C: intermediate D: (2) advanced BACKING: intermediate
The piece falls into two parts; initially the melody is orchestrated in fairly traditional fashion and accompanied by a harpsichord. Then we move upbeat into a Techno variation on it, with instruments to match. Listen to sample >> View larger version >>

Price £7.50

CD of all pieces

CD of all pieces

A great help with preparation. Pupils know how the piece should sound; teachers know what balance should be achieved. Rehearsal of one part is made far more enjoyable when played with the accompaniment of the CD, leaving the teacher free to help out individual players. View larger version >>

Price £5.00

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