Basic Stem Notation
(SN) $4.50
5 pairs of beamed eighths, 10 stems per set—
all without noteheads

Mini Basic Stem Notation
(MSN) $2.75
5 pairs of beamed eighths, 10 stems per set—
all without noteheads

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IDEAS AND APPLICATIONS

IDEAS AND APPLICATIONS:

RHYTHM FOCUS

  • Use Basic Stem Notation on plain Fabric Backing of Note Panels or Display platform surface to create simple motives and longer patterns – with any combination of 1/4 notes and beamed 1/8 notes.
  • Add Sol-Fa Letters to create chants and melodies.
  • Combine Basic Stem Notation with words and chants.
  • Add quarter rests to develop more variety.
  • Add accent marks (from Notation Set 2) to introduce sense of meter.
  • Introduce concept of motivic development and unity through Basic Stem Notation.
  • Carry through and develop more extensive rhythmic forms with laminated Rhythm Cards.