Pursuing A Jaques-Dalcroze Education — Solfège, Volume I

There has never been a book like John R. Stevenson’s Pursuing A Jaques-Dalcroze Education—Solfège, Volume I, Major Mode, Lower Pitch Sets & The Pure Rhythmic Modes. Currently in e-book format, it is both a comprehensive reference book and a solid training manual, with ample historical and theoretical context for Jaques-Dalcroze’s work.


Swiss educator Emile Jaques-Dalcroze is most often known for his “Eurhythmics” (or la Rythmique), a study of music through movement. His brilliant Solfége method, obscure for too long, now comes to life with this practical, innovative book.


Stevenson follows Jaques-Dalcroze’s logical design, developing pitch and rhythm skills concurrently. Numerous music examples and exercises provide practice with intervals, rhythmic modes, clef reading, sight-singing, improvisation and more. Stevenson has embedded audio files, interactive images, and a pop-up glossary, helping students to study independently or in group settings. Discover a thorough approach to music theory, aural perception, sight-reading, improvisation, and more!


About the author:

John R. Stevenson holds the Diplôme Supérieur Jaques-Dalcroze, the highest credential in the method. His teachers included the last students of Emile Jaques-Dalcroze himself, and John is dedicated to preserving the authentic traditions he experienced first-hand in Geneva. Renowned internationally, John has taught teachers for more than 35 years, including recent residencies in Singapore and Japan. He co-founded the Summer Institute for Jaques-Dalcroze Education, and plans to write additional books.