Sheena Roberts – författare

A collection of duets for beginner pupils which support Piano Magic Tutor Book 1". Some of the duets may be taught by rote others focus on note reading, improvisation and composition."This is a collection of duets for beginner pupils which support Piano Magic Tutor Books 1. They shadow the progression of note learning and technique in the parent tutors and provide additional repertoire at key stages of development. They are intended to provide ensemble experience and practice in the all-important skill of "keeping going". Some of the duets may be taught by rote to develop aural awareness; others focus on note reading, improvisation and composition.

Parents and carers of young children will find a relaxing dayful of gentle play for babies and toddlers in this full colour picture songbook. Eight double-spread pictures tell baby's day from start to finish - waking, dressing, going out, in the park, bathtime, massage and bedtime.

This rhythmic I-spy journey to school through various landscapes is the perfect introduction to colours, modes of transport, and of course, music! The jaunty text, Siobhan Bell's colourful hand-stitched illustrations and the accompanying music by popular singer Fred Penner are sure to get children singing along happily. The I-Spy theme encourages reader/listener interaction, while the cumulative, repetitive text helps build sequencing skills. Ideal for read-aloud and music and movement activities. A QR code on the book provides access to video animation and audio.

28 song-stories from around the world – perfect for storytellingsessions in schools, libraries and at home. Includes a CD making thewealth of diverse sounds accessible to all.Song-stories are as old and as universal as storytelling itself. Each of the 28 song-stories in this collection contains a simple song, which helps the narrative unfold and invites instant participation, whether at school or at home. The collection includes song-stories from all corners of the world, eg Annancy, Puss and Ratta from Jamaica, Spider the Drummer from Sierra Leone and The Raja's Secret from Gujarat. The CD contains performances of all the songs.

Michael Rosen's favourite silly songs – with acrobatic actions, rappyrhymes and an orchestra of annoying noises – includes a singalong CD ofall piano accompaniments.Michael Rosen's favourite silly songs – with acrobatic actions, rappy rhymes and an orchestra of annoying noises, including Joe's got a head like a ping-pong ball, Susanna's a fanciful cow and I'm a little wrong note. The songs are excellent for improving both literacy and singing skills and the book comes complete with a singalong CD.

This sparkling adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's Snow Queen by popular children's author Kaye Umansky comes as a complete performance pack including great songs, dramatic incidental music, full CD backing tracks, and an expandable cast list which gives everyone a chance to shine.To present a public performance of this musical you will need a performance licence. Simply email education@harpercollins.co.uk or phone 01484 668 148 and request a Performance Licence Application Form.

Roald Dahl's Snow-White and the Seven Dwarfs is a safe bet for a winning end of term performance. The expandable cast list includes starring parts for twelve players with dozens of opportunities to shine in more roles both off-stage and on. And everyone can be part of the singing chorus.Thousands of children have taken part in school performances of this riotously funny adaptation of Roald Dahl's irreverent twist on the traditional tale.A recent review in Music Teacher said:'It is very difficult to pinpoint an aspect of performance which these musical packages do not address…(These are) completely foolproof musicals, which could be used and adapted by the most inexperienced of directors…undoubtedly an inspired resource'.As with every one of these great Roald Dahl musicals, Snow White is based on an orchestral commission by the Roald Dahl Foundation. The concert work, from which the schools' musical is derived is by Eleanor Alberga, and schools can use the extracts provided from the orchestral work to enhance their performances.To present a public performance of this musical you will need a performance licence. Simply email education@harpercollins.co.uk or phone 01484 668 148 and request a Performance Licence Application Form.You can download audio from collins.co.uk/musicals.