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Resource Books and Magazines Children's Literature Videos-Elementary
Resources on Vocal Production Resources on Band Resources on Orchestra
Resources on Wind Instruments Resources on Percussion Resources on Piano
Resources on Strings Resources on Ethnic/Multicultural Music Misc. Music Resources
Software Books Just for Fun General Education Resources

Resources on Strings
Art of Cello Playing
Physics of the Violin
Performance on Lute, Guitar, and Vihuela : Historical Practice and Modern Interpretation
One Hundred Years of Violoncello
An Encyclopedia of the Violin
Principles of Violin Playing and Teaching
Violin Owner's Manual: The Complete Guide
Tipbook Violin & Viola (The Best Guide to Your Instrument)
Playing the Viola: Conversations With William Primrose

Resources on Ethnic/Multicultural Music
Multicultural Perspectives in Music Education
Bridges Across the World: A Multicultural Songfest
Sing and Shine On!: The Teacher's Guide to Multicultural Song Leading
Let's Make Music!: Multicultural Songs and Activities: An Interactive Musical Trip Around the World
Music, Education, and Multiculturalism: Foundations and Principles
We All Go Together: Creative Activities for Children to Use With Multicultural Folksongs
Teaching Music With a Multicultural Approach
Drama of Color : Improvisation with Multiethnic Folklore

Miscellaneous Music Resources/Recordings

Motor Skill Activity Fun-Aids in motor skill development with simple rhythm games including clapping, hand shakes, easy dance steps and finger exercises.
Singin' in the Bathtub-John Lithgow
Farkle and Friends: Featuring John Lithgow's famous prodigy from The Remarkable Farkle McBride

Software
Music Ace Great for theory basics for grades 2 clear through to the high school music appreciation student!
Music Education Software by MiBAC
A very comprehensive selection! Includes Music Lessons I-Fundamentals; Music Lessons II-Chords and Harmony; and MiBAC Jazz-to learn to play like a pro!

Books Just for Fun

Three Part Invention by Judith Laura-Three generations of mothers and daughters take center stage in this stunning novel of depth and humor, with a dab of magic realism, that also spotlights the power of music--from classical to r&b, rock, jazz, and international folk--and the tug between ethnic loyalty and global consciousness. For ordering information, click here.

General Education Books

Dumbing Down Our Kids : Why American Children Feel Good About Themselves But Can't Read, Write, or Add-very thought provoking book about the true benefits and possible consequences of overdoing the self-esteem issue in our schools
The Laughing Classroom-all about the importance of laughter in the classroom

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