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Musicplay
Awarded Project of the Year 2001 by the Canadian College of Teachers
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Musicplay is a play based program - each week features a new game from which the musical concepts in the curriculum are taught. Children love music games - this is a text that will have your students really excited about learning music! The songs in Musicplay are chosen to teach musical concepts, to teach children about cultures around the world, to provide songs for performances throughout the school year and to teach children about Canada. The most important factor in selecting songs for this series, is that songs appeal to children! The performances on the CD are also produced to appeal to children. Both children and adult voices are heard on the CD’s and accompaniments vary. Orff accompaniments are heard in more than 50 songs, piano accompaniments are used in some, and upbeat rock and roll accompaniments are heard in others. The performance songs on the CD’s have both performance tracks and accompaniment tracks - you can use the accompaniments only for your performances. Multicultural songs feature authentic performances - the songs are in original languages and are sung by native singers. Many of the multicultural songs are game songs that appeal to children even though the language and sound may be unfamiliar.

The student book for grade 2-5 is a 60 page soft cover book. There is NO student music book available that features this quality at this price. Student books are only $7.50 per book. You could add this book to your school fees and have students purchase their own. Both the student books and teacher guides include www. references. In this era of internet technology, you can extend the student’s learning far beyond your own classroom. Bookmark our website for quick links to many excellent sites. (www.christmasconcert.com) If your school budget doesn’t allow for student books at this time, there are reproducible pages in grades 2-5 that will give your students a booklet of songs to read. Most of the songs in this program can be taught by rote. The student books are highly recommended, but the program can be implemented without them.

Musicplay supports and enhances science, social studies, and language arts curriculums. In first grade songs to teach vowels and consonants are included. The Big Book for Grade 1 is a wonderful early literacy tool. Many of the songs are charted, so that students will develop reading skills while they learn music. Poetry is included in grades 2-5. Many social studies concepts are taught by the Canadian folk songs - in grade 5 the folk songs teach the entire history of Canada. Science concepts are taught as well - each grade includes songs that teach about the environment.

The “Listening Resource Kits" provide the most comprehensive listening component of any music program in North America. There are 24-40 examples per grade level. The reproducibles, maps, listening logs and activities are unique and will teach children to become perceptive listeners. These kits are supplementary to the program, but are highly recommended.

Musicplay is a program that is suitable for the classroom teacher with limited musical training. The CD’s make it really easy for anyone to teach their own music. However, music specialists will appreciate the planning and sequencing that is done for them.

Musicplay is sequenced for use within both Orff and Kodaly programs. Orff accompaniments for grade 1-5 are all contained in “The Orff Source”. Songs for boom whackers are included! This program will not ever go out of print. As new materials are developed, the upgrades will be sent to all registered users by email as pdf files.

Musicplay is currently available for K-6.

Musicplay meets and exceeds all Provincial Curriculum requirements and MENC standards. Sample lessons, complete scope and sequence and song lists can be found at the web site or by emailing.

Before you purchase any other music program, ask:
How many songs are in the program? Is recorder instruction included?
Does it have at least 95 songs per grade? Does it contain www. references?
Do children like the songs? Are there separate accompaniment tracks or split tracks on the CD’s?
Are multicultural songs sung by native singers? Are upgrades available? How long will this text be in print?
Is email support to teachers offered? How many listening examples are
included?

Musicplay Workshops
In these workshops, you will get an overview of the Musicplay program grades 1-5, then participate in the songs, games and activities that make learning music with this program so much fun! The workshop fee includes the workshop, coffee & snacks. if you'd like a Musicplay workshop in your area, please email a request to tvmusic@telusplanet.net.

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Musicplay Scope and Sequence
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MusicPlay for Kindergarten
MusicPlay for Kindergarten 
$125.00 CDN / USD
Musicplay for Kindergarten
$30.00 CDN /USD
MusicPlay Piano Accompaniments
$50.00 CDN / USD
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Grade 1 Musicplay
MusicPlay Grade 1 Teachers Guide 
$100.00 CDN / USD
Musicplay Grade 1 Big Book
$30.00 CDN / USD
MusicPlay Piano Accompaniments
$40.00 CDN / USD
2004 Update
We revised Musicplay 1 in 2004. The original edition of Musicplay 1, written in 1999, included some songs that were used in more than one grade level. We decided to eliminate any overlap of songs between grade levels. The replacement songs that were chosen, were chosen to teach the same concept, or the same theme as the original song. If the original song was an action song, we replaced it with an action song. We also added some material to Musicplay 1, just for fun!

In keeping with our update policy, we want to keep the updates as reasonably priced as possible. I will still send the new guide to teachers as pdf files via email, at no cost. However, to print out 137 pages on your home printer, will cost about the same as ordering the materials.

If you love your Musicplay 1 just as it is, don’t update! Just keep using the materials you have, and don’t feel that you have to order an update, just because a newer edition is available.

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Fun Songs for Kids
Musicplay 1 Revision

This collection includes 16 great fun songs that kids were added to the Musicplay 1 program. Use them as alternatives to songs in your Musicplay program, or just for fun in your classroom. If you don’t use Musicplay, you’ll love the songs in the collection, and you will appreciate the teaching suggestions that are given. Includes songs by April&Susan, Paul Runnalls, Bob Schneider and more! #71 $20

Note: Do not order this book AND the Musicplay 1 teacher’s guide. These songs are now included in Musicplay 1. This collection is an update to the original Musicplay 1 published in 2000. Update price ($15) available by email only.

Holiday & Game Songs
$20.00 CDN / $20.00 USD

Holiday and Game Songs
Musicplay 1 Revision

Here are 25 new game and holiday songs that your students will love! The original edition of Musicplay 1, written in 1999, included some songs that were used in more than one grade level. This collection is an update, giving the teacher using the original Musicplay 1, the game, holiday and Spanish songs that were replaced or added in the 2005 revision. A second collection with the new fun songs added to Musicplay 1 is also available. These collections are a valuable resource, whether or not you have the Musicplay 1 program.

Note: Do not order this book AND the Musicplay 1 teacher’s guide. These songs are now included in Musicplay 1. This collection is an update to the original Musicplay 1 published in 1999. Update price ($15) available by email only.


CD Samples
Choo Choo Train
292 KB Mp3 file
Musicplay Grade 1 Teacher's Guide w/4 CD's
Sam The Robot Man
415 KB Mp3 file
Musicplay Grade 1 Teacher's Guide w/4 CD's
Dooby Doo
542 KB Mp3 file
Fun Songs Book
Little Red Car
540 KB Mp3 file
Fun Songs Book
Sing A Country Song
827 KB Mp3 file
Fun Songs Book
Train My Parents
628 KB Mp3 file
Fun Songs Book
Peace In My Heart
405 KB Mp3 file
Holiday & Game Songs
Just One Candel
564 KB Mp3 file
Holiday & Game Songs
Hanukkah Fun
523 KB Mp3 file
Holiday & Game Songs
Book Samples
Grade 1 Lessons Grade 1 Lessons
72 KB PDF File
Musicplay Grade 1 Teacher's Guide
w/4 CD's
Grade 1 Song List Grade 1 Song List
21 KB PDF File
Musicplay Grade 1 Teacher's Guide
w/4 CD's
Ontario Gr 1 Correlations Ontario Grade 1 Correlations
15 KB PDF File
Musicplay Grade 1 Teacher's Guide
w/4 CD's
Scope & Sequence Scope & Sequence
20 KB PDF File
Musicplay Grade 1 Teacher's Guide
w/4 CD's
Scope & Sequence Fun Songs Book Sample
422 KB PDF File
Fun Songs Book
Scope & Sequence Holiday & Game Songs Sample
539 KB PDF File
Holiday & Game Songs
Grade 2 Musicplay
Musicplay Grade 2 Teachers Guide 
$100.00 CDN / USD
Musicplay Grade 2 Student Book
$7.50 CDN / USD
MusicPlay Piano Accompaniments
$40.00 CDN / USD
CD Samples
Bell Horses
571 KB Mp3 file
Musicplay Grade 2 Teacher's Guide w/4 CD's
Ridin That New River Train
497 KB Mp3 file
Musicplay Grade 2 Teacher's Guide w/4 CD's
Book Samples
Grade 2 Lessons Grade 2 Lessons
72 KB PDF File
Musicplay Grade 2 Teacher's Guide
w/4 CD's
Grade 2 Song List Grade 2 Song List
20 KB PDF File
Musicplay Grade 2 Teacher's Guide
w/4 CD's
Ontario Gr 2 Correlations Ontario Grade 2 Correlations
14 KB PDF File
Musicplay Grade 2 Teacher's Guide
w/4 CD's
External Links
Sing for Peace sample - external link Listen to children from Nova Scotia sing "Sing for Peace" from this
collection.
Grade 3 Musicplay

Musicplay Grade 3 Teachers Guide 
$100.00 CDN / USD

Musicplay Grade 3 Student Book
$7.50 CDN / USD
MusicPlay Piano Accompaniments
$40.00 CDN / USD
2005 Update for Grade 3 MusicPlay
We revised Musicplay 3 in 2005. The original edition of Musicplay 3, written in 1999, included some songs that were used in more than one grade level. We decided to eliminate any overlap of songs between grade levels. The replacement songs that were chosen, were chosen to teach the same concept, or the same theme as the original song. If the original song was an action song, we replaced it with an action song. We also added some material to Musicplay 3, just for fun! Many multicultural listening examples were added as part of this update.

In keeping with our update policy, we want to keep the updates as reasonably priced as possible. I will still send the new guide to teachers as pdf files via email, at no cost. However, to print out 150+ pages on your home printer, will cost about the same as ordering the materials.

If you love your Musicplay 3 just as it is, don’t update! Just keep using the materials you have, and don’t feel that you have to order an update, just because a newer edition is available.

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Kid’s Favorite Songs
Musicplay 3 Revision

Here are 20 new songs that your students will love! The original edition of Musicplay 3, written in 1999, included some songs that were used in more than one grade level. This collection is an update, giving the teacher using the original Musicplay 3 the kid’s favorites that were replaced or added in the 2005 revision. A second collection with game songs, rounds and multicultural listening examples added to Musicplay 3 is also available. These collections are a valuable resource, whether or not you have the Musicplay 3 program.

Update price of $15 for registered owners of the older edition of Musicplay 3 is available by email only. Email tvmusic@telusplanet.net for the special update pricing.

  Kid's Favorite Songs - MusicPlay 3 Revision
$20.00 CDN / $20.00 USD
Games, Rounds and World Songs - Musicplay 3 Revision
$20.00 CDN / $20.00 USD
 

Games, Rounds & World Songs
Musicplay 3 Revision

Here are 45 new songs that your students will love! The original edition of Musicplay 3, written in 1999, included some songs that were used in more than one grade level. This collection is an update, giving the teacher using the original Musicplay 3 the game songs, rounds and multicultural listening examples that were replaced or added in the 2005 revision. A second collection with kid’s favorite songs added to Musicplay 3 is also available. These collections are a valuable resource, whether or not you have the Musicplay 3 program.

CD Samples
I'm Glad I'm Back At School
456 KB Mp3 file
Musicplay Grade 3 Teacher's Guide w/4 CD's
Children Together
702 KB Mp3 file
Kids Favorite Songs
Missus Tong
490 KB Mp3 file
Kids Favorite Songs
Third Base Coach's Dance
552 KB Mp3 file
Kids Favorite Songs
Yummy Yum Yum
435 KB Mp3 file
Kids Favorite Songs
Old Brass Wagon
467 KB Mp3 file
Games, Rounds & World Songs
Pass the Broom
342 KB Mp3 file
Games, Rounds & World Songs
Ton Moulin
474 KB Mp3 file
Games, Rounds & World Songs
Book Samples
Grade 3 Lessons
2.058 KB PDF File
Musicplay Grade 3 Teacher's Guide
w/4 CD's
Grade 3 Song List Grade 3 Song List
63 KB PDF File
Musicplay Grade 3 Teacher's Guide
w/4 CD's
Ontario Gr 3 Correlations Ontario Grade 3 Correlations
56 KB PDF File
Musicplay Grade 3 Teacher's Guide
w/4 CD's
Kids Favorite Songs Sample Kids Favorite Songs Sample
506 KB PDF File
Kids Favorite Songs
Games Rounds and World Songs Sample Games, Rounds & World Songs
 Sample

618 KB PDF File
Games, Rounds & World Songs
2006 MusicPlay Updates
Musicplay 4 and 5 were extensively revised in the Fall of 2006. We started shipping the new editions of Musicplay 4 and 5 August 30, 2006. This is such a large update that we will not be printing an update book/CD. There are 42 new musical selections in Musicplay 5 and 24 in Musicplay 4. To receive updates at the special price, we
will require return of the old Musicplay 4 or 5 colored title page and introduction pages as proof of your purchase. We will send you the complete revised teacher's guide and new CDs for only $40.

To receive the updates for free, order a class set of student books for Musicplay 4 or 5 (minimum 20 copies) request the updated teacher guide, and we will send it to
you at no cost.

If you purchased class sets of original edition student books (minimum 20 copies) for Musicplay 4 or 5, you can request by email a pdf file with reproducible copies of the new songs. Please include approximate date of purchase, and name of purchaser so we can verify that the student books were purchased.

Teachers or schools who purchased Musicplay 4 or 5 during 2006 should automatically receive these updates at no cost. We have compiled a list of those who purchased from Themes & Variations, and those who registered their copy with us and will be shipping those copies out in early September. If you purchased Musicplay 4 or 5 in 2006 and
don’t receive the updates by mid October, please email and request this. Please have your invoice # available for verification.

Order Musicplay Updates: If you would like to order the update book/CDs at this time please complete the order form below, and send this with your proof of purchase.

Click here to download the Musicplay update order form.

Grade 4 Musicplay

Musicplay Grade 4 Teachers Guide 
$100.00 CDN / USD

Musicplay Grade 4 Student Book
$7.50 CDN / USD
MusicPlay Piano Accompaniments
$40.00 CDN / USD
CD Samples
Do Your Ears Hang Low
830 KB Mp3 file
Musicplay Grade 4 Teacher's Guide w/4 CD's
Book Samples
Grade 4 Lessons Grade 4 Lessons
154 KB PDF File
Musicplay Grade 4 Teacher's Guide
w/4 CD's
Grade 4 Song List Grade 4 Song List
65 KB PDF File
Musicplay Grade 4 Teacher's Guide
w/4 CD's
Ontario Gr 4 Correlations Ontario Grade 4 Correlations
15 KB PDF File
Musicplay Grade 4 Teacher's Guide
w/4 CD's
Grade 5 Musicplay

Musicplay Grade 5 Teachers Guide 
$100.00 CDN / USD

Musicplay Grade 5 Student Book
$8.50 CDN / USD
MusicPlay Piano Accompaniments
$40.00 CDN / USD
CD Samples
When I Believe In Me
1060 KB Mp3 file
Musicplay Grade 5 Teacher's Guide w/4 CD's
Book Samples
Grade 5 Lessons
145 KB PDF File
Musicplay Grade 5 Teacher's Guide
w/4 CD's
Grade 5 Song List
77 KB PDF File
Musicplay Grade 5 Teacher's Guide
w/4 CD's
Ontario Gr 5 Correlations Ontario Grade 5 Correlations
15 KB PDF File
Musicplay Grade 5 Teacher's Guide
w/4 CD's
Grade 6 Musicplay

Musicplay Grade 6 Teachers guide 
$125.00 CDN / USD

Musicplay Grade 6 Student guide
$8.50 CDN / USD
MusicPlay Piano Accompaniments
$50.00 CDN / USD

Finding songs with lots of appeal to the middle school child was a challenge. Some sixth graders love to sing and will sing wonderful choral music. Others need to be convinced that singing is fun. This program has 126 Musical selections on six CDs in styles varying from Praetorius to Avril Lavigne. This variety makes this grade 6 music program fun to teach and fun for the students to learn. The students will learn music theory based on the music that they sing or listen to. 32 worksheets are included in the teacher guide to make it easy to ensure that curriculum expectations are met. Songs in Musicplay 6 include rounds and canons, folk songs, fun songs, action songs,game songs, songs with Orff accompaniments!

  • Fun songs include Oh my Darling Frankenstein, Sippin¹ Milkshakes, Hagdalena Magdalena, Mary Mac, Fish and Chips, Cornermaster Store and more!
  • Choral music includes music by Craig Cassils, composer of "Child of the Universe", Hymn to Freedom by Oscar Peterson, Song for the Mira, I Love This Country, She¹s Like the Swallow, and Flanders Fields.
  • Listening selections from the Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Modern eras are included.
  • Pop music includes SK8R BOI, La Bamba, My Heart Will Go On, Complicated, Sloop John B (Beach boys style).
  • Holiday songs includes songs for Halloween, Hanukkah, Christmas, Remembrance Day, St. Patrick¹s Day and Graduation.
  • Multicultural music includes Indian raga, Greek bazouki, Chinese, Japanese, Spanish, Hebrew and rhythms from around the world.
  • Instruments songs for boomwhackers and several recorder ensembles are included.
  • Sports songs! The Hockey song, and four baseball songs by Bob Schneider
    will be big hits with the sixth grader.
  • Blues and Rap accompaniments for a composition unit are also included.

* All Orff arrangements are by Judy Sills and will be available in a separate collection in 2004

You¹ll find material in this program for even the most sophisticated of sixth graders!

CD Samples
Bach Cello suite, Listening Selection
1280 KB Mp3 file
Barges - 2 part song
2195 KB Mp3 file
Bat Boy
2871 KB Mp3 file
Mango Walk, Orff arrangement
756 KB Mp3 file
CD Samples
Grade 1 Lessons Grade 6 Sampler
64 KB PDF File
 
CDN USD
  Musicplay Materials
Kindergarten Musicplay Binder with 6 CD's
731
$125.00