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BOOKS FOR BAND DIRECTORS
Help! I'm NOT a Drummer!... but I have some
in my ensemble—Sean Kennedy. Designed for the
ensemble conductor who needs a quick-help guide
to teach percussion, this book will provide all the tools
necessary to effectively guide a young percussion
section. The world of percussion instruments can be
daunting, but this book offers a solid anchor point
and a proper foundation in the basics. Whether
learning from scratch or refreshing past instruction,
detailed photographs and focused teaching methods
will help any director clearly demonstrate proper
technique to their students. Author Sean J. Kennedy
has drawn from his extensive background as a
percussionist, private instructor, and educator to
create this comprehensive guide to help teachers
teach and players play.
10685325 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . .14.99
l The Horizon Leans Forward—Erik Leung. At
a time when the calls for diversity, equity, and
inclusion are stronger and more important than ever,
The Horizon Leans Forward... amplifies the talent and
voices of the many underrepresented communities
in the wind band field. Compiled by Erik Kar Jun
Leung, and with contributions from a diverse team
of distinguished wind band professionals, this
book shares the profound insights and firsthand
experiences of people of color, women, and
LGBTQIA2S+ individuals working in the wind band
field. Central to this text is the annotated bibliography
showcasing more than 200 gifted composers from
underrepresented communities along with more than
400 of their best works for wind band, Grades I-VI.
Each entry offers a brief biography of the composer
as well as pertinent publication information and
descriptions of each work.
11338574 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . .39.95
In Search of Meaning—Frank L. Battisti. This
biography begins in 1967 as Frank L. Battisti
concludes a celebrated 14-year career as Director
of Bands at Ithaca High School, followed by a move
to Baldwin Wallace College Conservatory. Later,
Battisti answers a call from Gunther Schuller to
establish a wind ensemble program at New England
Conservatory. His unparalleled accomplishments,
known throughout the world, have provided artistic
vision and leadership that propelled the wind band/
ensemble into the 21st century.
11163904 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . .24.95
Instrumental Conducting Performance
Materials—John M. Laverty. This remarkable
book contains twelve short musical excerpts of
great instrumental works, or mini-scores, designed
to accompany any instrumental conducting
method. Each excerpt presents specific challenges
for developing conductors to explore as they
acquire knowledge, gain experience, and develop
effective conducting techniques.
10839675 Spiral-Bound Book . . . . . . . . .39.95
Knowing the Score—Robert Quebbeman. A
comprehensive approach to all aspects of music
score reading and analysis providing a sequential
system for efficient and complete score study.
Central to this book are more than 300 pages of
music scores for band, orchestra, and choir from
a wide range of sources. Part 1 covers score study
steps, transposition and instrumentation, form
graphs and phrasal analysis, music forms in both
instrumental and vocal areas, and contemporary
scores. Part 2 visually enhances this resource with
printed pages from the scores of 84 works from a
broad spectrum of classical literature.
10978311 Spiral-Bound Book . . . . . . . . .59.95
Leader of the Band—Scott Lang. A heartwarming
and inspiring look into the classroom antics and
personal lives of nine truly remarkable teachers.
Their own words make for compelling storytelling
as you share in their triumphs, heartbreaks, and
lessons learned from decades of real-world
experience. These remarkable stories are filled
with valuable tips and keen insights about what
distinguishes an amazing classroom and the
qualities it takes to create one. This book promises
to challenge your beliefs, engage your mind, and fill
your heart with joy. Join in the journey!
10295237 Hardcover Book. . . . . . . . . . . .24.95
Leadership 2 Workbook—Tim Lautzenheiser.
Tim Lautzenheiser's workbook catapults the art
and craft of leadership to a new level, challenging
students to look within themselves and witness
their unlimited potential. This practical sequel
to Leadership: Vision, Commitment, Action is a
great companion to any leadership program. This
workbook will encourage you to embrace the
responsibilities of positive leadership as you flip to
any page for ideas and resources in dealing with
daily leadership challenges.
10189674 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . . .6.50
Leadership: Vision, Commitment, Action—
Tim Lautzenheiser. Effective leadership skills play
an integral part in our role as music educators,
and this serves as a guide to help develop those
skills. Students as well as teachers will benefit from
the concepts that were developed from years of
experience. A compelling resource from a master
clinician that you'll turn to again and again.
10024967 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . . .5.95
Marketing Your Music Program—Sean
Dennison Smith. This book will easily guide
you through today's world of marketing - both
traditional and modern forms of social media
and websites. With quality content, a strong
brand and a clear strategy, you can greatly
increase the presence of your choir, orchestra
and band. It will also help you discover effective
and efficient ways to fund raise while building
important connections with a wide-reaching
community. Topics covered include: marketing
overview for your music program; branding your
choir, orchestra and band; websites; "Power
Four" platforms; additional marketing platforms;
marketing your program in 30 minutes a week;
the road to success; social media best practices;
helpful resources and websites; equipment
needs; press release templates and 50 content
marketing ideas to enrich your music program.
10974349 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . .19.95
l Music & Social Justice—Cathy Benedict. Offering
practical suggestions for helping both teachers
and students think about the world around them,
this book seeks to help implement social justice
practices in music classes and ensembles at
the elementary and middle school levels. Each
chapter engages with important themes through
music making and presents examples of dialogue
with students, unit ideas, and lesson plans
geared toward students between 6-14 years old.
Tackling subjects often considered beyond the
understanding of younger students, this book
respects the voice and critical thinking of the
student. Suggestions are given that help reflect
and redirect dialogue, with questions that address
bias, misinformation, and misunderstandings that
too often stand in the way of coming to know and
embracing diversity. The book also includes legally
grounded arguments appropriate for school board
presentations and ready-to-go classroom-tested
lesson plans.
11339681 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . .27.95
Music Advocacy and Student Leadership—
Tim Lautzenheiser. Tim Lautzenheiser, one of
the most popular and respected speakers on
music education in the United States, released
this compilation of some of his best published
writings and lectures on key issues facing music
programs everywhere. "Dr. Tim" shares a wealth of
information on music advocacy, student leadership,
and teacher responsibilities; all presented with
insight, detail, and his trademark sense of humor.
Entertaining as well as informative, this is a book
you'll refer to again and again.
5990018 Hardcover Book. . . . . . . . . . . .21.95
Music Curriculum Writing 101—Denese
Odegaard. This important book takes you through
the steps needed to create an effective music
education curriculum for you, your school, and your
district. This second edition aligns with the national
standards for music released in 2014 (The National
Arts Standards for Dance, Media Arts, Music,
Theater, and Visual Arts). A sequenced music
curriculum is the ultimate win-win for your program:
it gives direction to your teaching, builds cohesion
among your colleagues, engages students and
parents in goals you set, and builds awareness
and support from your school's administrators.
This book contains the blueprint and examples to
help you build the right curriculum for your music
program, demystifying the processes of developing
a standards-based curriculum with related
assessments of student learning.
11203498 Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38.95
The Music Teacher's First Year—Beth Peterson.
From a first-year teacher whose instruments were
stolen before entering his building and a teacher
who received "hate mail" before her first day, to
a teacher whose sensitivity, flexibility and insight
gained her the respect of her ensemble in only
weeks, this collection of true stories from first-year
teachers is a delightful description of their real
world. In addition, each chapter includes discussion
questions for pre-service and young teachers as
they prepare for their teaching future.
10289637 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . .24.95
Maximizing Student Performance: National
Core Arts Standards in Secondary Music
Ensembles—Wendy Barden. This practical, 96-
page resource provides detailed information to ease
understanding and implementation of the 2014
National Core Arts Standards in secondary music
ensembles. Each artistic process in the standards -
creating, performing, responding, and connecting -
is explored through examples of day-to-day
rehearsal activities and a sample cornerstone
assessment that is ready for class use.
10510074 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . .12.95
The New Winds of Change—Frank L. Battisti.
An updated and expanded version of the first
two Winds of Change volumes containing much
new information about wind band literature and
important conferences, concerts, and events from
the 19th century through 2015.
10952596 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . .44.95
On Teaching Band: Notes from Eddie Green
—Mary Ellen Cavitt. An extensive, insightful
interview with Eddie Green on his early career
and development of his teaching methods;
comprehensive, step-by-step techniques for all
aspects of beginning wind instruction; guidelines
for organizing a band program; tips on resumes,
interviews, securing a position and practical advice
on relationships with administrators, parents,
and colleagues. A tremendous resource that's as
fascinating as it is informative.
10320629 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . .27.99
l The Oxford Handbook of Social Justice in
Music Education—Cathy Benedict, Patrick
Schmidt, Gary Spruce & Paul Woodford. This
comprehensive resource provides an overview and
scholarly analyses of the major themes and issues
relating to social justice in musical and educational
practice worldwide. Consisting of 42 chapters
by authors from across the globe, this handbook
will be of interest to anyone who wishes to better
understand what social justice is and why its pursuit
in and through music education matters.
11210628 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
l Pass the Baton—Kathryn Finch & Theresa
Hoover. All too often, the music classroom
stifles students with one-size-fits-all curricula
and repertoire. This book turns that paradigm
on its head, offering a vision of music education
that empowers students as critical thinkers who
exercise voice and choice to question, discover,
connect, and play like never before - in and out
of the classroom. It offers a comprehensive guide
to crafting engaging music lessons that transform
students from passive consumers to vibrant
creators. Whether you're looking to rethink general
music or your ensemble groups, this is chock-full
of generative, actionable, and impactful tools. This
book draws on the authors' deep research and
years of experience in the music room to provide
a guide to creating a learner-centered environment
and giving students the opportunity to own the
creative process.
11338523 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . .24.95
Pathway to Success—Tim Lautzenheiser & Scott
Rush. Band director Scott Rush and leadership
legend Tim Lautzenheiser join forces to create
a dynamic and engaging resource that fosters
the leadership qualities of every student, not just
the chosen few. This workbook guides students
through ten sequential levels as they journey up the
metaphorical mountain of self-leadership.
11175128 Paperback Book
Teacher Edition . . . . . . . . . . . .34.95
11175127 Paperback Book
Student Edition . . . . . . . . . . . .10.95
Percussion Instruments—Stephen Primatic.
Why does that snare drum sound like a cardboard
box? Why don't the pedals on the timpani stay in
position? What kind of cymbals should I buy for a
drum set? Why does the bass drum rattle when
struck? These and countless other questions are
answered in this comprehensive text for anyone who
deals with percussion instruments. If you have ever
struggled with questions on purchasing, maintaining,
troubleshooting or storing your percussion
instruments, then this book will provide you with a
wealth of information on these topics and more!
10555258 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . .14.95
Percussion Methods—Stephen Primatic. This
fantastic book by Stephen Primatic is designed
for non-percussionists with either educational or
intellectual interest in the craft. It is perfect for
use in college percussion methods classes or as
a quick reference for school band and orchestra
directors. It provides concise descriptions and
recommendations covering all important percussion
instruments and techniques. The information is
easily accessible and provides in-depth, practical
knowledge for music educators, conductors and
students. On the subject matter, you won't find a
better resource!
10514550 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . .29.95
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