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Music and Art

Music and Art


ORCHESTRA, THE: CONDUCTOR AND STRINGS

Bobby is a zany and enthusiastic young musician who wants to join the orchestra. But Strauss the Conductor must teach him a thing or two about the orchestra first... Through the antics of these two engaging puppet characters we gain an insight into the conductor and string section of the orchestra. We explore the history and development of ancient chordophones to the modern day violin, viola, cello, double bass and harp. We see these instruments in action and hear their sound qualities, exploring a range of playing techniques and varying timbres. This Australian-made, curriculum fit program also highlights the important role that the conductor plays within the orchestra.

Chapters:
1. Introduction: The Orchestra
2. The Orchestra and Conductor
3. History of the String Family
4. Instruments of the String Family
5. Sound Variation and Playing Techniques
6. Independence from the Orchestra

Item no.: VE11100117
Format: DVD (Closed Captioned)
Duration: 29 minutes
Copyright: 2009
Price: AUD 235.00

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ORCHESTRA, THE: PERCUSSION AND ORCHESTRAL DIVERSITY

Young Bobby is learning a lot about the orchestra from his new mentor, Strauss the conductor. But he still has more to learn before he can become a member of the orchestra. Through the antics of these two engaging puppet characters we are introduced to the percussion section of the orchestra, exploring the history and development of ancient membranophones and idiophones to modern day orchestral percussion instruments. We see and hear these instruments in action, exploring a range of playing techniques and varying timbres. This Australian-made, curriculum fit program also highlights important performers and outlines the typical orchestral idioms of today, various educational programs, and emphasises contemporary concepts.

Chapters:
1. Introduction
2. Percussion Instruments: History and Development
3. Indefinite Pitch and Definite Pitch of the Percussion Family
4. Indefinite Pitch: Non-tuned Instruments
5. Definite Pitch: Timed Instruments of the Orchestra
6. Orchestral Diversification of the 21st Century

Item no.: TK11100118
Format: DVD (Closed Captioned)
Duration: 21 minutes
Copyright: 2009
Price: AUD 235.00

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ORCHESTRA, THE: WOODWIND AND BRASS

Young Bobby, an enthusiastic and zany musician, has no idea about the orchestra, but luckily Strauss the Conductor is here to teach him before he joins up. Through the antics of these two engaging puppet characters we learn all about the woodwind and brass sections of the orchestra. We explore the history and development of ancient aerophones to the modern day flute, clarinet, oboe, bassoon, trumpet, French horn, trombone and tuba. We see and hear these instruments in action and explore a range of playing techniques and varying timbres. This Australian-made, curriculum fit program also shows woodwind and brass instruments being used in contemporary music.

Chapters:
1. Introduction
2. Woodwind and brass: History and development
3. Instruments of the Woodwind Family
4. Instruments of the Brass Family
5. Sound Variation and Playing Techniques
6. Independence from the Orchestra

Item no.: HW11100119
Format: DVD (Closed Captioned)
Duration: 28 minutes
Copyright: 2009
Price: AUD 235.00

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E-PIRATES OF THE DIGITAL AGE: COPYRIGHT ISSUES IN SOFTWARE AND MUSIC

New technology has had a staggering impact on the way people use information, and the speed at which is it introduced and utilised is just as quick. Some new technologies are so quickly integrated into the online world that they are not yet covered by government policy and laws, and this can lead to conflict between users and creators. This program examines the complex world of digital piracy and the copyright of computer-related media, including software, games and music. A must see program for students of this digital age.

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Item no.: EB08690609
Format: DVD
Duration: 27 minutes
Copyright: 2008
Price: AUD 235.00

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GENRES IN MUSIC: FROM HANDEL TO HIP HOP

Music and musicians throughout time have reflected fashion, culture, social and cultural events. Young people play music in rock bands, choirs, orchestras, play 'guitar-hero' and 'sing-star', consume music on TV, MySpace, iPods, YouTube, DVD and movies all reflecting many varied styles and genres of music and musical experience. This Australian-made, curriculum fit program takes the viewer on a 'snapshot' tour of many musical genres 'from Handel to hip hop' taking in views of classical art music, rock and pop music, opera and musical theatre, 20th and 21st century film music and orchestral collaborations with heavy metal, rap and hip hop.

Chapters:
1.Introduction
2.Classical Music
3.Opera and Musical Theatre
4.Contemporary and Popular Music
5.Urban and Hip Hop - Beat Box
6.Conclusion

Item no.: FM11100053
Format: DVD
Duration: 22 minutes
Copyright: 2008
Price: AUD 235.00

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GREAT LANDSCAPE, A: INDIGENOUS MUSIC IN AUSTRALIA

Indigenous music in Australia is broad, dynamic and diverse, spanning traditional styles, country and western, reggae, pop, rock, hip hop and a vibrant mash up of all of these and more. Importantly its contribution to Indigenous self-expression and strength and society's understanding of Aboriginal lives and issues is second to none. This excellent program looks at the many new and diverse forms of music, and the trailblazers who paved the way for innovative and varied contemporary Aboriginal sounds. It examines the early beginnings of choir and country, to hip hop, funk and rap, featuring interviews with stars Tjimba Possum Burns, Peter Rotumah, Joe Geia, Albury Maher and Shane Howard. It examines and clearly explains songs as Indigenous expression, as stories that must be told, the role of non-indigenous musicians raising awareness and the future of Indigenous music via new technologies such as MySpace, Face book, and the downloadable MP3 files. A brilliant look at the dynamic world of Indigenous Australian music and culture.

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Item no.: FR08691474
Format: DVD
Duration: 36 minutes
Copyright: 2008
Price: AUD 235.00

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INSIDE A RECORDING STUDIO

It's one thing to make beautiful music and another thing entirely to record it properly. In this program we take students inside a state-of-the-art recording studio and hear from the experts about the key elements that go towards creating a dynamic, professional audio recording. Covering the essentials of acoustics, sound recording, the studio, a recording session and the mix down, this is an engaging examination of the entire process of recording.

Item no.: KZ11100066
Format: DVD
Duration: 25 minutes
Copyright: 2008
Price: AUD 235.00

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INTRODUCTION TO COMPOSING, AN

Composing can be an amazing experience - whether you're a budding Mozart, a techno freak, a hard-core guitarist or a complete novice with just a computer at hand - self-expression has never been as easy. But you've still got to know the basics to get yourself heard. This program looks at a variety of starting points for composition through the eyes of some of Australia's emerging composers and songwriters in a number of styles and genres. Featuring hip hop hero DJ Bonez, rock gods The Art Nova and Mark Pollard, and the head of composition at the Victorian College of the Arts, this program covers what composition is, theme and variation, lyrics and music and form and structure. A practical and entertaining look at this popular subject.

Item no.: PF11100008
Format: DVD
Duration: 25 minutes
Copyright: 2008
Price: AUD 235.00

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DANCE COMPOSITION: HIP HOP

This fun and engaging program will guide students through the first steps of creating a Hip Hop dance routine. Basic moves such as running steps, electric slides and side steps are all demonstrated, and the vibrant visual interaction is sure to enthrall students of all ages. The importance of the warm up and warm down when participating in physical is also emphasised in this entertaining program.

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Item no.: KT08691280
Format: DVD
Duration: 20 minutes
Copyright: 2007
Price: AUD 235.00

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DANCE COMPOSITION: TAP

Tap dancing is a popular dance style all around the world. This audible style of dance comes from the tapping sound made when the metal discs on the soles of the shoes hit a hard surface. The dancer is a percussive instrument, as the feet tap out intricate and lively rhythms. This program is an introduction to simple tap steps which promote a sense of co-ordination and rhythm. By following the simple step instructions, students can gain an experience and understanding of the fundamentals of tap dancing movements.

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Item no.: NZ08691281
Format: DVD
Duration: 24 minutes
Copyright: 2007
Price: AUD 235.00

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KOOL SKOOLS: STUDENTS MAKING MUSIC

Music is a defining part of youth culture and, in today's society, their tastes in music are varied. This program looks at how the Kool Skools project encourages a broad range of musical projects in schools and other youth organisations. Profiling three different Kool Skools musical projects, the program features rock, jazz and chamber music and is an access-all-areas pass into this inspiring new project.

Item no.: TR11100070
Format: DVD
Duration: 24 minutes
Copyright: 2007
Price: AUD 235.00

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EXPLORING ARTS ISSUES: CONSERVING OUR NATIONAL ART

This program examines Australia's largest public art gallery, the National Gallery of Australia, to view its art conservation laboratory in action. The role of art conservation is explored, along with the processes used to conserve selected groups of works. The ideal methods of storage and display are detailed and professional conservators talk about the required training and skills to fulfil the job. Students will gain invaluable 'behind the scenes' insights into what is involved in conservation operations within a world class gallery.

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Item no.: WH08690612
Format: DVD
Duration: 24 minutes
Copyright: 2005
Price: AUD 235.00

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EXPLORING ARTS ISSUES: GALLERIES ON SHOW

This program takes us inside three very different Australian galleries - the Sutton Gallery, the Heide Museum of Modern Art and the National Gallery in Canberra - to gain a better understanding of how visual art is presented, promoted and marketed in Australia. Through on-camera interviews students meet relevant spokespeople from Australia's art industry, such as gallery directors, curators and marketing managers. We learn about the key differences between public, private and commercial galleries by exploring such factors as their origins, philosophies, funding, patronage, their key areas of operations, and their individual contribution to the visual culture of Australia.

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Item no.: TD08690835
Format: DVD
Duration: 23 minutes
Copyright: 2005
Price: AUD 235.00

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MAKING PHOTOGRAPHS

Making Photographs explores all aspects of photography - its beginnings, its purposes and uses, its rules and its role in the media. This program is an excellent resource for students who are beginning to study photography or who want to develop greater depth in their understanding and practice.

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Item no.: WR08690319
Format: DVD
Duration: 26 minutes
Copyright: 2005
Price: AUD 235.00

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MAKING A VIDEO

Whilst making a video may sound straightforward to start with, there are many stages to get a production started, carried out and completed. This program takes you through the entire process from the starting point of the brief or concept stage, putting together the creative team and their specialist roles, pre-production to production where the actual filming takes place, and the editing and finishing in post-production. Using the program 'The Language of Film and Television', as a case study, a particular scene is analysed in detail. A number of staff involved in this program provide first-hand insight into how it progressed through the various stages of the video-making process. Consultant Victoria Giummarra, author of 'Senior Media Workbook' and a Board member of ATOM (Australian Teachers of Media) ensures the program is a necessity for all media studies teachers and students.

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Item no.: VN08690316
Format: DVD
Duration: 28 minutes
Copyright: 2004
Price: AUD 235.00

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SOUND IN THE STUDIO: PHYSICS AT WORK IN A RECORDING STUDIO

This program looks at how physics of sound is applied in a real sound recording studio. It is a unique window into the world of the music industry through the eyes of physics. There are many aspects to the physics of sound that a recording engineer has to take into account when recording sound. From room characteristics to frequency response, microphone characteristics to equalisation, recording engineers work with the full demands of the physics of sound.

Item no.: ZJ11100212
Format: DVD
Duration: 21 minutes
Copyright: 2001
Price: AUD 235.00

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HISTORY OF SOUND RECORDING, THE

The history of sound recording technologies from the late 19th century to the present day. This program concentrates on the concept of energy transduction as a means to create analogues of sound and how this was applied to different sound recording media. Features Powerhouse Museum curator Campbell Bickerstaff, explaining the various earlier technologies. Also includes some sociological commentary.

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Item no.: SC11100339
Format: DVD
Duration: 23 minutes
Copyright: 2000
Price: AUD 235.00

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ISLAND STYLE

This Australian made program follows the lives of four young Pacific Islanders, friends linked by their passion for Hip Hop music, culture, and similar histories. Exploring the cultural conflicts they experience in all aspects of their lives, and how their blend of Hip Hop and traditional songs has become a cornerstone in solving their problems and forging an identity of their own, this is an intimate and real look at music, culture and identity today.

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Item no.: ZT08691764
Format: DVD
Duration: 52 minutes
Copyright: 1998
Price: AUD 235.00

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GHOSTS, ANGELS AND SUBURBIA: FOUR CONTEMPORARY AUSTRALIAN ARTISTS

In this program, four contemporary artists speak candidly about their methods, motivations and influences. We see the artists at their exhibitions and in their studios, watch them working and observe their techniques through extensive close-ups. While the diversity of contemporary art is demonstrated in the artists' vastly different styles, their engagement with society and tradition is equally apparent.

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Item no.: CA08690750
Format: DVD
Duration: 25 minutes
Copyright: 1997
Price: AUD 235.00

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ABORIGINAL ART: YESTERDAY AND TODAY

Aboriginal art consists of various styles and is influenced by history and the environment. This program examines the art of William Barak, Tommy McRae, Gabrielle Possum and Lin Onus against the backdrop of Aboriginal heritage and beliefs. Of particular consideration in the program is bark painting and desert art.

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Item no.: LR08690002
Format: DVD
Duration: 27 minutes
Copyright: 1996
Price: AUD 235.00

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DRAMA SKILLS: CHARACTERISATION

Presented by Mariette Rups-Donnelly, this program is based on the Laban method, and how using observation and detail in effort/ action exercises can help an actor prepare a character.

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Item no.: HN08691754
Format: DVD
Duration: 30 minutes
Copyright: 1996
Price: AUD 235.00

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DRAMA SKILLS: MOVEMENT

In this program presented by Kirsty Reilly, we follow a group of Sydney drama students who show us the importance of certain exercises and how allowing our bodies to freely move by doing these exercises can help us to interpret a part in a play. The videos feature three tutors who have all worked in the performing arts industry.

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Item no.: WA08691755
Format: DVD
Duration: 31 minutes
Copyright: 1996
Price: AUD 235.00

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WORKBOOKS, DIARIES AND ALL THAT

This program profiles three high achieving student artists : David O'Bryan, Ben Grosz and Kate McCulloch.

Each works with a different media - painting, drawing and photography - and each has a different name for the journal they keep as part of their art making process. However, they all share recognition of the importance of such journals in the development of their work and their evolving critical perspectives as artists.

The program illustrates by example how the students use their journals to:
  • develop their ideas from concept stage through to completed work
  • record their influences
  • explore alternative techniques and materials ]
  • monitor the progress of their work
  • critique their own work and that of others

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    Item no.: MK08691257
    Format: DVD
    Duration: 20 minutes
    Copyright: 1996
    Price: AUD 235.00

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    WOMEN'S ART AND FEMINISM (1970 - 1994)

    This program traces the recent history of women's art. It considers various attitudes towards feminism and the role of gender in art. The program includes detailed interviews with artists and attention is paid to the methods used including painting, print making, sculpture, performance, installation, and assemblage.The program enables students to make comparisons between feminist and non-feminist imagery, methods and styles.

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    Item no.: SJ08690537
    Format: DVD
    Duration: 30 minutes
    Copyright: 1994
    Price: AUD 235.00

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    PHYSICS OF MUSIC: THE NATURE OF VIBRATIONS AND SOUND

    This program takes the viewer on a journey behind the beauty and inspiration of music to explore its scientific principles. It examines a wide range of instruments, from the violin to the didgeridoo, to illustrate the concepts and formulae of sound waves. A cathode ray oscilloscope is used extensively to demonstrate how complex musical notes are built up from simpler wave forms.

    Item no.: HP11100209
    Format: DVD
    Duration: 34 minutes
    Copyright: 1992
    Price: AUD 235.00

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