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Geoff (pronounce Jeff) Keith has taught instrumental music lessons for over 30 years, and special needs students for over 20 years, accruing over 6,000 hours working with special needs and LD students. In the 1990’s, he developed FBC Sudbury’s Kid’s Music Club program (children’s choir). His articles on teaching music to students with learning disabilities have appeared in the Dyslexic Reader. The information in the blog is similar to the information he presented at Berklee College of Music’s ABLE Assembly, which is a special needs arts conference for teachers. Also, he has been included in Marquis Who’s Who biographies.

What're the Key Differences Between Contralto and Alto Voice - Young Woman with Guitar Singing

What’re the Key Differences Between Contralto and Alto Voice?

“What’s the difference between an alto and a true contralto?” While they may seem to be superficially similar, they have their own individual ranges and vocal tone qualities. Keep reading to find out what’re the key differences between contralto and alto voice. Estimated reading time 2 minutes.

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Singing Beethoven’s Beautiful Ode to Joy

Are you looking for the beautiful song “Ode to Joy?” In this post, you’ll get the essentials: 1) a sing-along video of the song, 2) a popular version of the lyrics in English, 3) and sheet music with easy-to-read shape notes and a sing along soundtrack. Keep reading “Singing Beethoven’s Beautiful Ode to Joy” to learn more. Estimated reading time 2 minutes.

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Explore Bach’s Epic Orchestral Music in Less Than Four Minutes

Would you like to explore Johann Sebastian Bach’s instrumental music but don’t have a lot of time to spend doing it? Bach is one of the most celebrated composers in classical music. He’s best known for writing delightfully complex polyphonic music. Keep reading to explore Bach’s epic orchestral music in less than four minutes. Estimated reading time 3 minutes.

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How Easy Is it to Teach a Down Syndrome Child an Instrument?

Do you need advice on how to teach a music student with Down syndrome? Teaching a Down syndrome (DS) kid an instrument can be a special, heartwarming experience. However, to be truly effective, you need to have effective teaching methods. Keep reading “How Easy Is it to Teach a Down Syndrome Child an Instrument?” to learn how to be effective. Estimated reading time 4 minutes.

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What Is an Adverb? Learn About Amazing, Adaptable Adverbs

Do you want to know how adverbs work? They are amazingly versatile words that can impact many parts of speech within a sentence. It’s critical that writers, songwriters, and poets know how to use them. Keep reading “What Is an Adverb? Learn About Amazing, Adaptable Adverbs” to find out what they are and how they work. Estimated reading time 2 minutes.

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Discover Early Music Via Beautiful Medieval Gregorian Chants

Do you want to know more about medieval chant? Gregorian chants are essentially medieval church songs that have a mysterious yet serene quality to them. Also, they played a pivotal role in developing modern musical notation. Keep reading to discover early music via beautiful medieval Gregorian chants. Estimated reading time 2 minutes.

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Explore Bach’s Hypnotic Choral Music in Less Than Four Minutes

Would you like to peruse Johann Sebastian Bach’s music but are short on time? Along with Mozart and Beethoven, J.S. Bach is one of the three composers that the person on the street will recognize by name. His music is celebrated for its intricate counterpoint and emotional intensity. Keep reading to explore Bach’s hypnotic choral music in less than four minutes. Estimated reading time 3 minutes.

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What’s the Key Difference Between Soprano and Mezzo Soprano?

“What’s the key difference between soprano and mezzo?” Though superficially these two voice types seem very similar. You only need to take a closer look to notice the key differences between singers like Celine Dion and Taylor Swift. Keep reading to learn how this affects singers like you. Estimated reading time 2 minutes.

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