Simultaneous Learning: The Definitive Guide

by Paul Harris (Composer)

Overview

Paul Harris's highly successful Simultaneous Learning approach is an entirely positive and imaginative way to teach, which embraces the understanding that all the elements of music are connected. In this definitive book, Harris outlines the complete philosophy of his ground-breaking approach. He examines topics such as language and body language, the first lesson on a new piece, introducing notation, and making the transition to Simultaneous Learning.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780571538683
Publisher:	FABER & FABER
Publication date:	03/01/2015
Series:	Faber Edition: Improve Your Teaching!
Pages:	999
Product dimensions:	6.80(w) x 9.60(h) x 0.30(d)

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements 5

Foreword 6

1 I've already told you how to do it… twice! What's wrong with you? 7

2 Engaging with the moment 9

3 Simultaneous Learning and how things go into our brains 17

4 Towards a positive mindset 21

5 Making the transition 27

6 So how, exactly, do we do it? 35

7 Simultaneous Learning for the beginner 45

8 Simultaneous Learning for the more advanced pupil 52

9 Simultaneous Learning and working with groups and ensembles 60

10 Exams and other performing opportunities 65

11 A new future 71