At PlayTheGroove, we KNOW performing IN ENSEMBLES solidifies experiences in music educatioN.
To HELP, WE curated CURRENT music FROM AROUND THE GLOBE—with CONTENT AND GUIDES—THAT ENCOURAGE PERFORMANCE, IMPROVISATION, COMPOSITION, LIFE SKILLS, CREATIVITY, AND CULTURAL CONSIDERATIONS.
Easy Process. Dynamic. Fun. Creative. Flexible.
Energize Your Jazzy/Pep/Horn Band
PlayTheGroove handpicks fun, current global grooves and jazz which is seamlessly infused into a flexible, unit-based approach that integrates sight-reading, playing by ear, and creative expression from day one.
We do this by:
• Crafting high-quality sheet music for all instruments
• Offer cleared and current Global Groove and Jazz music selections
• Adding dynamic resources and pedagogy
• Empowering aspiring musicians and fortify teachers
• Helping to transition learning experiences into the 21st century through goal-driven innovation and technology.
Platinum Unison Packs
We’re doing something different for jazz band. PlayTheGroove (PTG) offers a new series of charts and teaching methods of current jazz and world jams. “Platinum Unison Packs” (PUPs) are crafted to work for any instrumentation from 3 to 25 or more players. PTG offers inclusivity; all students engage in a modular and flexible, unified learning experience. We embrace student-led practices for all instrumentations and emphasize modern learning objectives and competencies. Performing is one goal alongside addressing the “individual,” and the creative process. And wait till you hear the content of current jazz and world jams––it’s not like anything you’ve heard for schools groups––we guarantee it!
You can use these packs for:
- Daily Rehearsals and Warm-ups
- School Jam Sessions, Performances & Events
- Music Competitions & Festivals
- Private Lessons
- Play-along Home Practice
- Home Schooling
- Auditions
- Jazz Theory and Improvisation Activities
- In-class, Blended, and Remote Teaching
The benefits of Platinum Unison Packs include:
- Everyone plays the melody and rhythm
- Flexible & Encourage Student-Led Ensembles
- Customizable for 3 to 30+ players
- Stronger Emphasis on Rhythm Section
- Creative Arrangement Options
- Varied Part Difficulty for mixed skill levels
- Educational Strategies to increase musician capability
- Star parts for all instruments w/ chords above all measures
- Parts crafted to emphasize Melody, Harmony and Rhythm
- Explore and discover current jazz and global jams (great for ethnic studies)
- Sheet music closely follows the recordings
Platinum Unison Packs include:
Teacher Reference Elements & Guidelines:
- Sheet music for all Western instruments with an expanded rhythm section
- Original CD-MP3 with count off
- Consistent format - each tune has the same part list and resource elements
- Student-led, inquiry based framework to exploring and rehearsing the tune
- Fully cleared music for education
Musical Parts: (each chart is the same):
- Master Rhythm Part – Melody, Bass (Utilitarian C part, alt teacher score)
Melody - Horns/Woodwinds Strings (unison based):
- C Treble Clef
- Eb Instruments
- C Bass Clef
- F Instruments
- Bb Instruments
- Viola
Piano/Keyboards:
- Piano Melody - Emphasis on Chordal Comping and Melody
- Piano Chordal - Emphasis on Chordal Comping and Bass Line
Vibes:
- Vibes Melody
- Vibes Chordal/Rhythm
Guitar (all w/ TAB):
- Guitar Melody
- Guitar Chordal/Rhythm
Bass:
- Bass Clef Full Part
Drums/Percussion:
- Full Drum Part
- Three Percussion Parts for all songs
Contact Us:
We welcome your comments and
suggestions at: [email protected].
Questions and complimentary coaching:
Richard Frank
818.514.4784
[email protected]
Our Core Beliefs
Why PlayTheGroove
Everyone Plays the Melody
PlayTheGroove is a new playground for discovery, growth, and musical exploration and creativity for remote, hybrid, or in-class situations.
Students Enjoy Practice
Reduces Student Dropouts
Every instrument plays beginning to end: more captivating and engaging than counting 37 bars of rests.
Engage youth in performance ensembles with music and music education methods that are relevant and accessible to them.
Music Has Cultural Substance
We hand-picked relevant music that is current and reflects society and classrooms.
Music is a gateway. There’s a lot to learn!
PlayTheGroove International Virtual Video
In March 2020, the pandemic robbed millions of young musicians and their teachers of the chance to play together in school.