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BOOKS FOR BAND DIRECTORS
Percussion Instruments (Purchasing,
Maintenance, Troubleshooting and
More)—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 (An Essential
Resource For Educators, Conductors and
Students)—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
A Place in the Staff (Finding Your Way as
a Music Teacher)—Jen Rafferty. Teaching is
a long journey of constant growth, but you've
got what it takes to be the teacher you want
to be. This book will give you tools to help
navigate the challenges that come your way
and will guide you through understanding
your students and the school culture, explore
music advocacy, share resources about
getting equipment, and remind you to take
care of yourself. The workbook sections
provide spaces to brainstorm ideas and
capture moments of inspiration. These will
become helpful as you continue to find your
way as a music teacher. This is an excellent
resource for new teachers and an inspiring
refresher for experienced veterans!
11361474 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . 9.99
P r a c t i c i n g w i t h P u r p o s e ( A n
Indispensable Resource to Increase
Musical Proficiency)—David Kish. Now
is the time to practice smarter, not harder.
It's time to practice with purpose! Practice
is everything if you want to improve as a
musician. But how do you practice effectively
and with efficiency? This book contains 50
easy-to-use strategies scientifically proven
and field-tested to improve musical skills.
It includes practice plans for every level,
with examples from the world's greatest
performers. It's an indispensable resource to
immediately increase musical proficiency.
10827262 Paperback Book . . . . . . . 19.95
Preparing Your School Band for
Adjudication (Training Young Musicians to
See with Their Ears)—James Meredith & Gary
Fagan. This practical book for band directors
covers the essential steps for preparing your
ensemble for adjudication and offers proven
strategies and techniques for developing tone,
intonation, balance, technique, rhythm, and
musicianship (expression). Written concisely in
plain language, this book is essential for young
band directors; veteran teachers will pick up
some excellent tips as well. 49 pages.
10986256 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . .24.95
The Pursuit of Excellence (A Band
Director's Guide to Success)—Sally
Wagner. A treasure trove of tips, suggestions
and friendly advice from a highly successful
band director, this book will inspire you
to achieve your full potential and help to
transform the everyday job of teaching into a
series of rewarding and memorable moments.
It's a comprehensive manual that will help you
improve your band while developing yourself
as an effective teacher and leader. The author
shares hard-won lessons, highly creative
solutions, and moments of celebration during
an illustrious 40-year career.
10637035 Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24.99
The Rehearsal (A Quick Guide to One Music
Teacher—David Newell. To retain students in
music, they need to get hooked on music. More
than anything else, it is the daily classroom
experience that keeps them in the music
program! Every rehearsal minute must be
carefully harvested with intention and purpose.
After reading David's book, The Rehearsal:
A Quick Guide to One Music Teacher's Most
Potent Retention Tool, you'll know why a
beautifully-crafted, aesthetically-driven, well-
planned and fast-paced rehearsal is the key to
keeping students in performance ensembles.
10565047 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . 8.99
Rehearsing the Band—John E. Williamson.
If you are a conductor or are in training to be
one, this book is for you! It gathers some of
the greatest directors of bands in the country
to answer questions on the art of rehearsing.
Conductors Frank Battisti, Eugene Corporon,
James Croft, Donald R. Hunsberger, Jerry F.
Junkin, Craig Kirchhoff, Alan McMurray, H.
Robert Reynolds, James Smith, John Whitwell
and John E. Williamson give sound advice
on topics such as intonation, interpretation,
technique and planning to assist you in
becoming a better and more efficient director.
10052583 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . .19.95
Rehearsing the Band, Vol. 2—Donald K.
Miller. Band conductors will find a wealth of
information provided by a number of talented
and accomplished leaders who are not
only willing but enthusiastic about sharing
their ideas and philosophies with younger
colleagues. The result is an outstanding and
effective reference work that provides a wealth
of information where anyone can find answers
on all aspects of rehearsing from the experts
who have created, developed and refined
these techniques.
10555259 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . .19.95
Rehearsing the Band, Vol. 3—John Zarco.
Directors included in this publication represent
the very "best of the best" with years of
experience conducting and teaching. They
freely share their ideas, techniques, and
philosophies that are sure to enrich anyone
who reads this book. Includes chapters by
Harvey Benstein, Richard Clary, Steve Davis,
Rodney Dorsey, Amanda Drinkwater, Patrick
Dunnigan, Richard Floyd, Robert Halseth,
Robert Ponto, Robert Taylor and Frank
Wickes, with a foreword by Craig Kirchhoff.
10835305 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . .19.95
Rehearsing the Concert and Marching
Percussion Ensemble—James Campbell.
Internationally recognized percussion artists
and pedagogues share their thoughts and
strategies to help the reader deliver more
engaging rehearsals and performances that
focus on the percussion ensemble. The
inspiring stories will help every reader lead
their own ensembles to higher degrees of
understanding and musical accomplishment.
11428224 Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19.95
Rehearsing the High School Band—
Stephen Meyer. The directors included in
this book represent a sampling of individuals
from different areas of the country, each
of whom has had success teaching under
unique and diverse circumstances. They
represent the "best of the best," with years of
experience in public and parochial schools,
having earned national recognition for their
programs. Together they impart their wisdom,
love, and passion for music while sharing their
experiences with readers.
10593554 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . .19.95
Rehearsing the Jazz Band—Mary Jo Papich
& Ryan Adamsons. Want to have a better jazz
ensemble? If so, this book is for you! It provides
one huge "room" where everyone can gather
to ask questions on the art of rehearsing the
jazz band and then listening to answers from
people who know. Included are chapters by
Caleb Chapman, John Clayton, Jose Antonio
Diaz, Curtis Gaesser, Antonio Garcia, Gordon
Goodwin, Roosevelt Griffin III, Sherrie Maricle,
Ellen Rowe, Roxanne Stevenson, Steve Wiest,
and Greg Yasinitsky. In addition, suggested
jazz charts are included from each author.
11173595 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . .19.95
Rehearsing the Middle School Band—
Stephen Meyer. Twelve prominent elementary,
middle school, and junior high band directors
share innovative ideas on program structure,
recruitment, and rehearsal strategies for
beginning musicians. Through perseverance
and creativity, these consummate leaders
have continually refined their craft, providing an
exceptional experience for their students and
redefining the potential of young musicians.
10972715 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . .19.95
Resonance (The Art of the Choral Music
Educator)—Christopher W. Peterson.
Preparing students to become choral music
teachers is what Christopher Peterson
does at Cal State University, Fullerton. His
methods are both modern and extremely
practical. Now presented in a textbook
format with interactive digital content
and links, students will be able to easily
locate and retrieve information long after
the first read. Covering topics including
possible career paths, managing the choral
classroom, choosing repertoire, vocal warm-
ups and care, teaching for inclusivity, and
many more, this book is an all-in-one choral
methodology sourcebook for our time. The
physical textbook comes with an access code
so students can connect with a companion
digital publication with links to videos, PDFs,
spreadsheets, sound files and the like.
11362194 Paperback Book . . . . . . . 49.99
Score Rehearsal Preparation (A Realistic
Approach for Instrumental Conductors)—
Gary Stith. This volume is sure to provide
the most practical approach to orchestra
and wind band score study for the active
conductor. It methodically simplifies
preliminary score study and initial rehearsal
preparation for all conductors of band,
orchestra and chamber ensembles. Suitable
for conductors from elementary school to
those leading professional ensembles,
it is also valuable as a supplement
to undergraduate and graduate-level
conducting courses. Systematic, readable
and adaptable for any future situation, this
will quickly find its way into the conductor's
regimen for years to come.
10284493 Paperback Book . . . . . . . 19.95
Sound Leadership (Leadership Curriculum
for Music Students)—Scott Lang. Students
can take ownership of their own learning
and leading through this leadership method
book for band, choir, and orchestra students.
It's designed to help facilitate an engaging
and collaborative process between student
leaders and program directors that allows
for self-discovery, goal setting, and defining
roles and responsibilities. Topics include:
taking a personal leadership inventory; task
assessment and job creation; situational
discussion starters; complete leadership
assessments; leadership performance
review; and specific and strategic goal
setting activities.
11000848 Paperback Book. . . . . . . . .12.99
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