At long last, Brenda Rattray’s incredible energy and expertise have been distilled into book form!
The Joy of Singing is for teachers and singing leaders in primary schools, secondary schools, youth groups and churches that would like to build a singing community. Whether you are just starting out or have some experience, the 20 songs in this book will bring variety and confidence to your choir – regardless of whether you read music notation. Featuring:
· Unison songs through simple part-singing to four or more parts
· Original songs in a range of styles, including African and gospel influences
· Arrangements of well-known spirituals ‘Rocka my soul’, ‘Wade in the water’, ‘Kumbaya’ and ‘Swing low, sweet chariot’
· Warm-ups
· Detailed teaching notes on each song, including discussion points and extension activities
· Material ideal for Key Stage 2-3 (Scottish P3-S2+)
· Covers Citizenship and PSHE themes
· 2CDs of backing and performance tracks to aid learning
· Lyrics included as a PDF download for easy printing/projection
The Songs
Pattern In The Song; Keep The Rhythm; Isn’t It Nice; Work Of Art; Flutter, Flutter; Miss Jones; Heartfelt Praise; They Took Her Child; Help Me To Change; Oo E Chi Wamma; Iye Iya; Babethandaza; What Will It Take?; Joy; Tue Tue; I Feel Your Pain; Wade In The Water (Spirituals Medley); Kumbaya; Swing Down Chariot; Rocka My Soul