Instrumental Classmates is an entertaining, educational, musical adventure. This DVD series has been designed to assist educators in introducing children to music and the key instruments in each of the musical instrument families. Instrumental Classmates will expose students to orchestras, marching bands, jazz ensembles, and yes, even a jammin' rock band! But more important, Instrumental Classmates will capture students' imaginations and inspire them to pick up a musical instrument and learn to play. In each program, our host P.J. introduces members of the individual instrument families, often performing practical and easy-to-understand demonstrations of how the instruments work. P.J. also gives a brief history of the instrument itself, and demonstrations are reinforced with on-screen graphics called ""Brain Blasts."" This set includes five DVDs, each approximately 30 minutes in duration, a downloadable/printable PDF which includes supplemental learning materials, and a Spanish-language option. DVD titles are: In Tune with Brass, In Tune with Keyboards, In Tune with Woodwinds, In Tune with Percussion, and In Tune with Strings.
J**S
EXCELLENT resource for teachers! Good deal on Amazon!
I bought these DVDs after having the VHS tapes in my library at my last school. They're getting older in style(very 90's), but the kids don't seem to mind. It's a great way of exploring the different instrument families with a mini plot and some humor. My kids love the "Brain Blast" summary for each instrument, and they seem to think PJ is really funny. I would use these as young as 1st grade to perhaps 5th. After that, some middle schoolers think they're a little too juvenile. There's some great information, and you can make some simple worksheets and activities to accompany. They're each about half an hour, so they're GREAT FOR A SUB DAY! Music teachers out there know what I mean. Amazon seemed to have the best deal, too. Music stores sell them for much more.
K**N
Love that PJ!
I have this set on VHS and was thrilled to see it on DVD. My only complaint is that the color isn't as clear on the DVD playing through my smart board as it is on the VHS. I may need to adjust the color also....Either way, PJ's quirky enough for the kids to enjoy and he gets the needed information across to the kids without boring them to death. As an elementary band director and music teacher, I think these are a MUST have for your classroom.
F**S
Fun and entertaining introduction to Musical Instruments
This is a fine five DVD set that provides an entertaining introduction to musical instruments. Having one DVD for each of the four instrument families (Brass, Percussion, String and Woodwind) and a DVD devoted to Keyboards, this production is appropriate for grades 3-5.
M**R
Kids love it
My elementary students think PJ is hilarious! Little do they know they are learning about the instruments while they watch PJ act silly! Great way to introduce instruments or to leave for a sub!
D**K
Five Stars
Excellent - Thank You!
P**S
I love these DVD'S!
What an excellent collection of teaching about instruments. I recommend this collection to anyone who enjoys having fun while learning!!!
L**K
Good value
Fantastic DVDs. Introduce the instruments and how sound is produced. Used in music classes from grade 1 through 7
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