A Prehistoric Suite by Paul Jennings

 

A Prehistoric Suite by Paul Jennings is a classic chart written at the grade 1 - 1.5 level.  Released first in 1987 it has found its way onto many festival lists and into the music library's of many schools.  Here are a few useful resources that we have found online for anyone who is currently working on this piece.

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Curriculum Exemplar for Music: Music that Paints A Picture - This wonderful resource found on the website of the New York State Schools Music Association is a very well constructed unit outline for teaching about program music with a focus on Jennings' Prehistoric Suite.  The address of the unit document is https://www.nyssma.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Band-Exemplar-FINAL.pdf

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Welcome to No More Hot Cross Buns: Young Band Music of Worth

This project was designed by Stephanie Sheppard to assist directors (especially young directors) in picking out quality music for their youngest of bands.  Whether a college student, a new teacher, or a seasoned veteran, you will likely find this to be a useful tool in picking out literature for your ensembles.  Here is the link to Stephanie's run-down on "A Prehistoric Suite".  http://nomorehotcrossbuns.com/2015/07/28/a-prehistoric-suite-by-paul-jennings-grade-1/

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A Prehistoric Suite by Paul Jennings - a performance guide by Rob Wagner.  Here is a great analysis with performance and rehearsal suggestions.  The address is http://robwagner.com.au/Performance_Guides/Prehistoric/Prehistoric_Suite.html

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A Historic Suite by Paul Jennings - YouTube video

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