| The music of Donna Rhodenizer bridges age and
time with thought provoking and imaginative lyrics. Together with Andy Duinker, original songs by each
or both are found in the Rhodenizer & Duinker Choral Series. Donna
and Andy are also arrangers of fine musical works. Their vocal
experience is evident in the attention taken to create lyrical musical
lines for each part and the rich harmonies used in their arrangements.
The selections available are listed below. Bookmark this page and
return often to review new titles as they are added or send this page
to your musical colleagues.
Rhodenizer & Duinker Choral Series
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Title |
|
Voicing |
Composer |
Also in
Songbook |
Cat. # |
| Deo |
|
SSA |
Rhodenizer |
Christmas Time |
RCP 0012 |
| Dream |
|
SSA, SAB |
Rhodenizer, Duinker |
|
TTT 0002 |
| Dust Bunny Rag |
|
SSA |
Rhodenizer |
Dinosaurs, Dragons and Me |
RCP 0018 |
| Heaven's
Open Arms |
|
SSA, SAB |
Rhodenizer, Duinker |
|
TTT 0003 |
| Huron Carol |
|
SAB |
Rhodenizer |
Christmas Time |
RCP 0312 |
| Just Passing By |
 |
SSA, SAB |
Rhodenizer |
Dinosaurs, Dragons and Me
|
RCP 0016 |
| Living Jars of Clay |
 |
SATB |
Rhodenizer |
|
RCP 0030 |
| Love of the Sea, The |
 |
Unison/SATB |
Rhodenizer |
|
No. 5034 Leslie
Choral Series |
| Love of the Sea, The |
|
SSA |
Rhodenizer |
|
RCP 004A |
| One Small Voice |
|
SSA |
Rhodenizer |
Christmas Time |
TTT 0011 |
| Peace of Christmas, The |
|
SAB |
Rhodenizer |
|
RCP 0112 |
| Quilt, The |
|
SSA, SAB |
Rhodenizer |
|
RCP 0001 |
| Rhythm of the Rain |
|
SATB |
Rhodenizer |
|
RCP 0014 |
| Shenandoah |
|
SAB |
Rhodenizer |
|
RCP 0009 |
| Singing in the Choir |
 |
SATB |
Rhodenizer |
|
RCP 0023 |
| Someone Like Me |
 |
Treble/SATB |
Rhodenizer |
Blue Skies and Pirates |
RCP 031 |
| Sweet Hour of Prayer |
|
SAB |
Rhodenizer |
|
RCP 0007 |
| Tale of the Teazer, The |
|
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
|
|
| We are the Children of the World |
 |
Treble/SATB |
Rhodenizer |
Computer Cat |
RCP033 |
| Why
Can't I Be? |
|
SATB |
Rhodenizer |
|
RCP 0027A |

More of Donna Rhodenizer's original songs are available in five
songbook collections. These songs are written for children and are
presented in songbooks for use by music educators and classroom
teachers. Each book contains songs at a variety of skill levels from
first year students through grade 6, on a variety of topics for use
throughout the school year. Donna Rhodenizer's signature songwriting
style is evident in her use of lyrical vocal lines, playable piano
accompaniments, interesting lyrics and a variety of musical styles.
Titles of songbooks:
Computer Cat
Song Book , Computer Cat Teacher's
Resource ,
Dinosaurs, Dragons and Me
Songbook, Dinosaurs, Dragons and Me Teacher’s
Resource
, Blue Skies and Pirates Song Collection and It's
Christmas Time have been included in the Nova
Scotia Department of Education's Book Bureau listing as Authorized
Learning Resources for elementary students.
|
Title |
Voicing |
Composer |
Songbook |
| Bedtime Tango |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Dinosaurs, Dragons
and Me
|
| Best Friends |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Blue Skies and Pirates |
| Best One for the Job |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Dinosaurs, Dragons
and Me |
| "Can't Wait till I'm Older" Blues |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Dinosaurs, Dragons
and Me |
| Christmas A to Z |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
It's Christmas Time |
| Computer Cat |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Computer Cat |
| Cool Bob |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Dinosaurs, Dragons
and Me |
| Deo * |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
It's Christmas Time |
| Donna-Andy Cha Cha Cha |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Blue Skies and Pirates |
| Dust Bunny Rag * |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Blue Skies and Pirates |
| Ed the Invisible Dragon |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Dinosaurs, Dragons
and Me |
| Forty Little Birdies |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Computer Cat |
| Get Up in the Mornin' |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Blue Skies and Pirates |
| Gramma's Pajamas |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Dinosaurs, Dragons
and Me |
| Huron Carol * |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
It's Christmas Time |
| I Got a Sister (but I Wanted a Dog) |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Blue Skies and Pirates |
| I Need a Home for my Dinosaur |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Dinosaurs, Dragons
and Me |
| I Wonder |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Computer Cat |
| I'd Rather be a Bear |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Blue Skies and Pirates |
| I'm Wishing |
2-part |
Rhodenizer |
Computer Cat |
| It's a Pirate's Life for Me |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Blue Skies and Pirates |
| It's Christmas Time |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
It's Christmas Time |
| Joyful Bells |
Instrumental |
Rhodenizer |
It's Christmas Time |
| Just Passing By * |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Dinosaurs, Dragons
and Me |
| Mister Santa I've Been Good |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
It's Christmas Time |
| My Hamster |
2-part |
Rhodenizer |
Computer Cat |
| One Small Voice * |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
It's Christmas Time |
| Packing |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Computer Cat |
| Penguin Ball, The |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Computer Cat |
| Penguin Parade |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Computer Cat |
| Père Noël |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
It's Christmas Time |
| Phone Me |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Blue Skies and Pirates |
| Pondering Penguins |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Computer Cat |
| Rap it Up to Go |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
It's Christmas Time |
| Sing "Gloria!" |
2-part |
Rhodenizer |
It's Christmas Time |
| Singin' the Blues |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Blue Skies and Pirates |
| Sleep Gently, Tiny Child |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Dinosaurs, Dragons
and Me |
| Someone Like Me |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Blue Skies and Pirates |
| Splashing in the Puddles |
2-part |
Rhodenizer |
Computer Cat |
| Star Above |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
It's
Christmas Time |
| Star Light Star Bright |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Blue Skies and Pirates |
| Vacation Song |
Unison |
Rhodenizer |
Computer Cat |
| Waiting Patiently for Santa |
Choral reading |
Rhodenizer |
It's
Christmas Time |
| We are the Children of the World
* |
Unison/2-part |
Rhodenizer |
Computer Cat |
| Who's in the Tub? |
Unison |
Duinker |
Blue Skies and Pirates |
* also octavo (see listing of
titles and voicings in the Rhodenizer
& Duinker Choral Series)
Song book and CD
All songs written by Donna Rhodenizer
13 musical selections ranging in skill level from early to upper
elementary grades
Full score/piano parts for all songs
Reproducible student pages for each child to have a copy of the
lyrics and/or the vocal music
Upbeat songs in a variety of styles and various topics
Songs suitable for elementary choirs and for use as all-school finales
for concerts
Fun songs for use in the classroom to encourage imagination,
improvisation and student participation
Supported by ECMA winning CD with full performance tracks as well as instrumental
accompaniment tracks
(for CD details go to recordings) |
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Contents:
Computer Cat Have you ever wondered what would happen if your cat ate the computer
mouse?
I Wonder, Penguin Parade, Pondering
Penguins, Penguin Ball A chance to add some music to your unit
on penguins. Sing fun songs, find out facts, do a few penguin dances,
and discover what penguins might have in their clothes closets!
My Hamster If you have ever
lost your hamster, this song is for you!
Packing Get those bags
packed as you prepare to take your vacation, but be sure to check your
ticket date before you go.
Vacation Song Improvisation
is encouraged in this song as one explores a variety of vacation
destinations.
Forty Little Birdies A
chance to dance and peep along as you discover exactly what birds do
while sitting on the telephone wires.
Splashing in the Puddles
Put on your galoshes and do a bit of soft shoe as you enjoy this happy
echo song.
I'm Wishing Everyone has
wished on a star at some time or another. A bluesy perspective on one
child's wish for a better world.
We are the Children of the World
An anthem song for your class, choir or the entire school. A pop rock
feel, combined with powerful lyrics, will make this song a hit with
students across all grade levels.
Go to order form.

Teacher's
Resource and CD
Songs with cross-curricular activities for elementary classrooms
All songs written by Donna Rhodenizer
All songs from the
Computer Cat songbook (listed above) are provided in an expanded format
including cross-curricular activities that can be used in regular
elementary classrooms as connections to the songs or as stand-alone
activities.
Includes reproducible student pages, lyrics and vocal music for
students, full score/accompaniments, and activities in a variety of
subject areas.
Supported by CD with full performance tracks as well as instrumental
accompaniment tracks.
See a sample of cross-curricular activities found in the
Computer Cat Teacher's Resource. |
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Dinosaurs,
Dragons
and Me
Song book and CD All songs written
by Donna Rhodenizer
12 musical selections ranging
in skill level from early to upper elementary
grades
Full score/piano parts for all
songs
Reproducible student pages for each child to
have a copy of the lyrics and/or the vocal
music
Upbeat songs in a variety of styles and various
topics
Songs suitable for elementary choirs and for
use as all-school finales for concerts
Fun songs for
use in the classroom to encourage imagination,
improvisation and student participation
Supported by
CD with full performance tracks as well as instrumental
accompaniment tracks (for CD details go to recordings)
Companion CD received a 2007 Juno nomination for Children's Recording of the Year |
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Contents (All songs
written by Donna Rhodenizer)
Ed the Invisible Dragon
Try checking the foot of your bed for an invisible dragon. It might explain those messes that "no one" made at your house.
The Most Important Person
Five different Andy voices for
five distinct characters, each who believes he is the most important
person working on the ship.
I Need a Home for my Dinosaur
explores the dilemma of having a pet that eats more than he should
and must be given away. This is
one of Donna's earliest songs for children, and it has become a
favourite of many fans, young and old.
Gramma's Pajamas Gramma's lacy pink pajamas tickle her neck and her toes and she cannot sleep. Giggle along or tap your toes to this lively bluegrass tune.
The Best One for the Job promotes self-esteem and the message to "be happy with
yourself".
Cool Bob is a blues tune with
attitude. A man and his cat, both known as "Cool Bob" have
learned how to make a living on the street as jazz musicians. Get ready to snap along.
The "Can't Wait 'til I'm Older"
Blues When we are young a car, a great job and a place of our own sounds pretty good. This is a second look at what responsibilities may be involved with those perks.
No More School for Me! Written in a style that could be described as "Leroy
Anderson meets mall music" this catchy song about snowy days is
a winter sleigh ride.
Bedtime
Tango Juxtaposing a lullaby with a tango, this song
will either help you sleep or send you searching for a rose to clamp
in your teeth as you tango behind closed doors.
Sleep Gently Tiny Child A lovely lullaby, and a quiet gem tucked in amongst the more lively
songs in this collection.
Just Passing By written for a group of graduating students, thoughtful, inspiring words contain a great message for anyone facing
change in his or her life.
Raise Up Your Voices Driving
percussion, funky bass and even a wa wa guitar create a
celebration of singing and sharing music with others.
Dinosaurs,
Dragons
and Me Teacher's
Resource and CD
Songs with
cross-curricular activities for elementary
classrooms All songs written by Donna
RhodenizerAll songs from the
Dinosaurs, Dragons and Me songbook (listed above) are
provided in an expanded format including
cross-curricular activities that can be used in regular
elementary classrooms as connections to the songs or as
stand-alone activities. Includes:
reproducible student pages
lyrics and vocal music for
students
full
score/accompaniments
activities in a variety of
subject areas. Supported by CD with full
performance tracks as well as instrumental accompaniment
tracks.
See a sample of cross-curricular activities found in the
Dinosaurs, Dragons and Me Teacher's Resource. |
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It's
Christmas Time
Songs and
concert script for elementary level students
by Donna Rhodenizer
It's Christmas Time is a
great collection of original songs by Donna Rhodenizer,
for use in school concerts, or just gathering around the
piano at home. The original purchaser of the book can
photocopy the vocal parts and lyric sheets. Full piano
accompaniments are also provided. For those who wish to
use the songs in a concert setting, staging suggestions,
song introductions and two scripts are also included.
Supported by CD with full
performance tracks as well as instrumental accompaniment
tracks.
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Contents (All songs
written by Donna Rhodenizer)
Christmas A to Z Use the
alphabet to keep track of all the things that make Christmas special.
Deo Celebrate the joy, peace,
love and hope of the season. Appropriate for groups with a mixture of
religious faiths. A fabulous closing number for any concert.
Huron Carol A beautiful
traditional carol telling the Christmas story.
It's Christmas Time Wouldn't it
be great to feel the excitement and joy of Christmas all year? An
excellent all-school finale or choir selection for your Christmas
concert.
Joyful Bells A
jubilant instrumental song written for handbells, but adaptable for
other instruments. A great pre-concert "overture".
Mister Santa Santa needs to
know just how good you have been this year. With this song you can tell
him in both English and French. Includes 4-bar musical interludes for
optional body percussion or hand jives.
One Small Voice Each small
voice makes a difference in the world, whether it was one small child
many years ago, or one small child helping to fill today's world with
song.
Pére Noel Pére
Noël needs to know exactly what to bring in his sack of presents.
You can tell him in this song. Written in French, optional English
words are also provided.
Rap It Up To Go Things have
changed with the technology available these days. Even Santa is
changing some traditions.
Sing, "Gloria"! A calypso-type
offering of the Christmas story. Includes descant vocal line and claves
part.
Star Above A gentle song of
hope and peace. Like stars, we can all make the world a brighter place
as we share hope and love.
Waiting Patiently for Santa
(Choral reading) A humorous look at someone who has NOT learned the art
of patience on the most exciting night of the year.
Blue Skies and Pirates
Songs for
elementary level students
by Donna Rhodenizer and Andy Duinker
12 musical selections ranging in skill level from early to upper
elementary grades
Full score/piano parts for all songs
Reproducible student pages for each child to have a copy of the lyrics
and/or the vocal music
Upbeat songs in a variety of styles including blues, boogie woogie,
calypso, and lullaby
Songs suitable for use as all-school finales for concerts
Fun songs for use in the classroom
to encourage improvisation and student
participation
Companion CD received a 2009 ECMA nomination for Children's Recording of the Year
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"Blue Skies and Pirates" |
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Contents (all songs written by Donna
Rhodenizer and/or Andy Duinker):
Get Up in the Mornin' See what
weather "Momma Nature" is going to send your way but don't be grumpy or
"blue"!
I'd Rather be a Bear No shaving, eating to get fat, sleeping all winter, allowed to be grupmy - I'd rather be a bear!
Best Friends Sometimes things just go wrong - but a best friend can be counted on to be there through thick and thin.
I Got a Sister (but I Wanted a Dog) All older siblings will find this amusing. Younger ones not so much.
Who's in the Tub? You will have a
chance to suggest who you think is taking all the tub time. It may even
be the principal!
Dust Bunny Rag If you have these
fuzzy little creatures in your house, this song is for you.
Singin' the Blues This song is
written from a child's perspective. In true "blues" fashion, there is
nothing going to keep this kid from complaining.
Donna-Andy Cha Cha Cha Get ready to dance!
It's A Pirate's Life for Me Lucky pirates can do whatevery they want. It's "off to the sea" for me.
Phone Me This song is a boogie
woogie rendition dedicated to anyone who has ever tried to reach
someone by phone and ended up talking to a machine.
Star Light Star Bright Do you think
it is possible that the stars look down and make a wish on the people
they see here on earth? Just who is wishing on whom?
Someone Like Me Maybe what the world needs to make it a better place is one small person - someone like you.
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