Popular Music Pedagogies: A Practical Guide for Music Teachers

Cover
Half Title
Title Page
Copyright Page
Dedication
Table of contents
List of Figures
Preface
Acknowledgments
1 Foundations of Popular Music Pedagogies
Popular Music Pedagogies
Popular Music in Classrooms
Modern Approaches to Popular Music Pedagogies
Benefits of Popular Music Education
Democratic Practice
Culturally Responsive Pedagogy
Inclusion
Creativity and Collaboration
Lifelong Engagement
Moving Forward
Takeaways
Discussion Questions
Notes
Part I Instrument Techniques
2 Introduction to Guitar, Bass, and Ukulele
Notation for Guitar, Bass, and Ukulele
Tablature
Chord Chart
Lead Sheet
Fretted Instrument Techniques
Barre Chords
Strumming Patterns
Changing Between Chords
Divide Up the Chords
Allow More Time to Make the Change
Slow Down!
Economy of Motion
Differentiation
Beginning Group
Intermediate Group
Advanced Group
Conclusion
Takeaways
Discussion Questions
Notes
3 Guitar
Basics
Tuning the guitar
Holding the Guitar
Holding a Pick
Strumming
Approaches
Begin with Simplified Chords
Three-String Chord Activities
Echo Patterns
Playing Familiar Songs
Play-Alongs
Learning Full Chords
The Power of Power Chords
The Benefit of Barre Chords
Barre Chord Tips
Electric Guitar
Differentiation
Beginning Group
Intermediate Group
Advanced Group
Conclusion
Takeaways
Discussion Questions
Note
4 Electric Bass
Basics
Parts of the Electric Bass
Tuning the Electric Bass
Guitar as Bass
Choosing the Right Bass
Holding the Bass
Playing Styles
Bass Knobs
Playing Bass Lines
Different Ways to Play the Same Note
Bass Rhythms
Approaches
Bass Lines
Playing the Changes
Playing the Beat
Walking Bass
Playing a Riff
Bass Intervals
Playing Fourths
Playing Fifths
Playing Octaves
Bass Patterns
Bass Amplifiers
Bass Amp Head
Bass Speaker Cabinet
Combo Amp
Amplifier Head Knobs
Gain Versus Volume
Differentiation
Conclusion
Takeaways
Discussion Questions
5 Ukulele
Basics
Holding the Ukulele
Ukulele Chords
Power Chords
Tablature for Ukulele
Soloing for Ukulele
Barre Chords
Approaches
Uke Jam Sessions
Differentiation in Ensemble Playing
Conclusion
Takeaways
Discussion Questions
6 Keyboard
Basics
Keyboard Notation
Technique
Touch-Sensitive Keys versus Weighted Keys
Keyboard Stands
Sustain Pedals
Synthesizers
Mini Keyboards
Positives
Challenges
Approaches
The Role of the Keyboard Player
Comping Patterns
Jam Cards and Key Cards
Identifying Pitches on a Keyboard
Moving from Iconic to Five-Line Staff Notation
Differentiation
Conclusion
Takeaways
Discussion Questions
Notes
7 Drum Kit
Basics
Holding the Drumsticks
Striking the Cymbals and Drums
Drum Kit Notation
Approaches
Body Drumming
Getting Started on the Drum Kit
Variations of the Rock Beat
Four on the Floor
More Rock Beats
Opening the Hi-Hat
Drum Fills
Controlling Volume Levels
Electronic Drum Kits
Bucket Drums
Classroom Percussion
Differentiation
Conclusion
Takeaways
Discussion Questions
Note
8 Vocals
Basics
Singing Is Personal
Approaches
Posture
Seated Posture
Standing Posture
Supportive Breath
Phonation
Vocal Singing Range and Registration
Classification Of Voice Parts
Selecting Music to Match Singing Range
Belting
Scream Singing
Voice Change and Intonation
Intonation
Singing in Harmony
Vocal Injury
Differentiation
Conclusion
Takeaways
Discussion Questions
Notes
Part II Music Technology
9 Apps and Software
Basics
Cost
Location
Ease of Use
Purpose
Approaches
Music Production (Creating and Arranging Music)
Performance
Learning and Assessment
Differentiation and Accessibility
Setting Parameters
Choice
Students With Physical Disabilities
Conclusion
Takeaways
Discussion Questions
Notes
10 Digital Audio Workstations
Basics
Recording Audio and MIDI
Choosing a DAW
Standalone Digital Multitrack Recorders
Mobile-Based DAWs
Computer-Based DAWs
Approaches
Instruments for Live Performance
Music Production
Preproduction
Production
Postproduction
Recording and Assessing Live Performances
Classroom Design
The Single-DAW Recording Studio
The Multiple-DAW Technology Lab
Differentiation
Conclusion
Takeaways
Discussion Questions
Notes
11 Live Sound and Recording
Microphones
Types
Patterns
Cardioid
Super Cardioid
Omnidirectional
Bidirectional
Microphone Placement
Stereo Microphone Techniques
Cables and Connectors
Mixers
The Channel Strip
Amplification and Recording
Designing Live Sound and Recording Spaces
Technology Lab
Basic Features
Silent Rehearsal Space
Basic Features
Live Performance Venue
Basic Features
Recording Studio
Basic Features
Differentiation
Conclusion
Takeaways
Discussion Questions
Note
Part III Putting It All Together
12 Making the Band
Access
Starting a Popular Music Ensemble
Coaching versus Directing
Instrumentation
Selecting Repertoire
Practicing Parts
Ensemble Approaches
Informal Learning
Modern Band
Berklee Method
Hybrid Spaces
Virtual Ensemble
Stage Presence
Lead Singer
Storytelling
Backing Vocalists
Instrumentalists
Image
Differentiation
Conclusion
Takeaways
Discussion Questions
Notes
13 Songwriting, Improvisation, and Arranging
Songwriting
Parody
Familiar Chord Progressions
Mixing Up Chords
Using Visuals or Written Prompts
Lyric Writing
Writing Melodies
Improvisation
One-, Two-, and Four-Note Solos
Jam Cards
Arranging
Creating Song Arrangements
Key Signature
Form
Style
Instrumentation
Solo Sections
Conclusion
Takeaways
Discussion Questions
Notes
14 Hip Hop
Basics
Approaches
Making Beats
Lyric Writing
Slogans
Differentiation
Conclusion
Takeaways
Discussion Questions
Notes
Glossary
Bibliography
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Index