by Judy Pine | Aug 29, 2022 | Music Education, Recorders
Are you gearing up for a fantastic school start this fall? There is nothing quite like this fresh beginning to renew our learning inspiration and excitement about music. West Music makes it easy and affordable to bring hands-on music lessons into your classroom with...
by Judy Pine | Sep 23, 2020 | Orff, The Learning Center
Throughout the years, we’ve created various videos about Sonor and Studio 49 Orff instruments and their accessories. Here are a few to pique your interest! Studio 49 Bass Xylophone Comparison Judy demonstrates 3 levels of rosewood bass xylophones from Studio 49....
by Judy Pine | Jul 26, 2020 | Band & Orchestra, Music Education, Orff, The Learning Center
Where does the term “Orff” come from? Have you also heard “Schulwerk” in your tenure playing xylophones and glockenspiels? If you’ve spent any time on westmusic.com, you’ve probably seen these terms here and there. Orff refers to a specific approach to music education...
by Judy Pine | Jun 21, 2019 | Orff
Have you ever wondered what the inside of soprano and alto Sonor Primary Xylophones look like? Education Consultant Judy Pine shares a look in this video. These Sonor Primary Xylophone models are Judy’s pride and joy in her office! The cut-aways showcase the...
by Judy Pine | May 29, 2019 | Orff, The Learning Center
Studio 49 has 3 Series of Orff instruments: The Premium 2000 series, Intermediate 1600 series, and the Compact 1000 series. Our focus today is on Studio 49 bass xylophones, all with a range of c – a1. Each instrument has 16 bars that include 2- F# bars and 1- Bb...
