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Books for Band Directors
Books for
Band Directors
Alternative Rehearsal Techniques—
Edward S. Lisk. A new dimension in
band performance! Improve rehearsal
efficiency through a more effective
learning environment with access to the
student's fullest musical potential. Provides
new concepts, graphic illustrations and
instructional procedures to enhance and
accelerate student skills. Every student
becomes totally involved. And, the textbook
and video are equally as valuable if used
only for your own personal education.
5145008 Teacher's Manual. . . . . .39.99
The Art of Successful Teaching—Tim
Lautzenheiser. This book from one of the
nation's most sought-after motivators and
speakers on education and leadership
is the book that you've been looking for!
Includes sections on the art of teaching,
attitude development, student leadership,
thoughts about competition, and one
special section for band directors only.
(Don't let this keep you away, however,
because you're a choral director!) This book
will enlighten you, lift your spirits, educate
you, inspire you and allow you to release
your unlimited potential.
2260438 Hardcover Book . . . . . . .24.95
The Artistry of Teaching and Making
Music—Richard Floyd. With over 50
years of experience as a teacher and
conductor, the author presents strategies
to help your ensemble improve technique
as well as achieve artistic and musical
results. Each chapter contains inspiration
for the conductor and simple, unique
exercises designed to achieve artistry in
every rehearsal. You'll want to revisit this
resource each summer before the school
year begins. A priceless addition to your
personal or professional library.
10561353 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22.95
The Band Whisperer (A Practical Guide
to Making Beautiful Music)—David
Morrison. This text employs common-
sense teaching tools developed by master
educator David Morrison to help band
directors in all ranges of experience and
expertise continue to improve their art
and craft - find their best game - in the
development of beautiful characteristic
ensemble tone; superb intonation; rhythmic
accuracy; and exceptional balance
and blend, articulation, technique, and
musicianship. But just having the tools is
not sufficient for success. The real key is
using personal intuition - whispering - to
effectively wield those tools. In the tradition
of horse whisperers, dog whisperers, and
baby whisperers who calm and otherwise
transform their charges, The Band
Whisperer examines how technique and
aesthetics combine to move the hearts and
minds of musicians and their audiences.
11212074 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24.95
Beyond the Notes (Thoughts on
Meaningful Music Making)—Paula
Crider. After more than 50 years as a music
educator and conductor, Paula Crider
has experienced it all - the lows and the
highs, the messes and the magnificence
of teaching music at all levels. With love,
wit, and sincerity, she now shares her
hard-earned wisdom in this must-read
for anyone who teaches music. There is
something here for educators on every leg
of the teaching journey. Her conversational
narrative begins with her unconventional
student-teaching experience and moves
through the essentials for music educators
- everything from score study, rehearsal
strategies, and conducting technique to
classroom culture and teacher self-care.
The book touches not just on pedagogy
but also discusses the often elusive secret
ingredients that turn notes on the page into
meaningful musical experiences.
11547385 Paperback Book. . . . . . . . 29.95
Body Mapping for Clarinetists—Shawn
Copeland & Jackie McIlwain. While there
are many ways to approach playing
the clarinet, almost all emphasize the
mechanics of the clarinet as a musical
instrument but do not consider how the
body supports movement for making
music. What if, instead, we view the body
as the instrument and the clarinet as a tool?
This text, written by two Body Mapping
and Alexander Technique specialists,
approaches clarinet playing from a full-body
perspective. This thoughtful work shows
how healthy, coordinated movement leads
to more expressive music making while
preventing injury.
11564488 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35.95
Brass Methods (An Essential Resource
for Educators, Conductors, and
Students)—David Kish. This book was
designed for use in a heterogenous brass
methods class and as a reference source
for school band and orchestra directors.
It provides concise descriptions and
recommendations for all brass instruments,
including instrument similarities and
differences, breath support, historical
perspective, and transposition. The
information is easily accessible and
provides in-depth, practical knowledge for
music educators, conductors, and students.
11365395 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39.95
Breaking Through (Disrupting Barriers
to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and
Access within a SEL Approach to
Music Ed)—Edward Varner. A growing
number of music and arts teachers are
embracing the natural alignments between
music education, social-emotional learning
(SEL), and diversity, equity, inclusion, and
access (DEIA). This resource helps music
teachers understand the purpose of SEL,
how it intersects with DEIA, and how to
promote quality and equitable experiences
for all students. It also explores how
music teachers can use SEL to teach
important life skills, including cooperation,
communication, positive interactions,
responsibility, impulse control, and
accepting consequences, among others.
The book is divided into three sections:
Groundwork looks at music education
as a matter of equity and identifies the
natural alignments between SEL and DEIA;
Avenues for Disruption offers strategies to
make music education mindful, meaningful,
and manageable; and Moving the Needle
One Step at a Time identifies points of
disruption and barriers to equity through an
anti-racist lens. Foreword by Rollo Dilworth.
11581794 Paperback Book. . . . . . . . 19.95
Building a Band Program That Lasts—
Trey Reely. Developing and sustaining a
successful band program is no easy task.
But there is good news: understanding and
implementing critical guiding principles
will provide the motivation for consistent
growth and productivity. And there is
even better news - the very theories that
lead to consistent success with a band
program are the perfect tonic for your
own well-being: developing a philosophy,
maintaining a winning attitude, learning
for life, embracing variety, communicating
effectively, positioning for success,
accepting feedback, encouraging
teamwork, leading and motivating - the list
goes on. Whether you are about to begin
your band-directing career or have long
since taken the plunge, the essential tools
you need for lasting success in band and
life are succinctly laid out.
11375536 Paperback Book. . . . . . . . 19.95
Choral Conducting Technique
(Cultivating the Gesture, Shaping the
Sound)—Tijs Krammer. Explore the art
of gesture and how it shapes the music
you get from your singers. Is it always
necessary to beat the time? What should I
do with my other hand? Are there strategies
for connecting with larger groups? How
can I develop my own conducting style?
This helpful resource answers these
questions and many more with both theory
and practice. Special features include
carefully designed diagrams that illustrate
beat patterns in a variety of meters, plus
downloadable exercises for further study.
A complete method for beginners and a
refresher course for experienced directors.
11397541 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49.99
A Choral Director's Guide to
Instrumental Conducting—Michael
Kemp. Choral directors are frequently
called upon to conduct various instrumental
ensembles, from a few accompanying
instruments to a full orchestra. This very
practical and straightforward book provides
insights and advice to those who haven't
studied instrumental conducting, who may
be new to conducting instrumentalists, or
those who are looking to hone or enhance
their skills. Throughout this book, Michael
Kemp explains the most beneficial ways
for a choral conductor to hire, work with,
and lead instrumentalists. The different
approach needed to guide instrumental
ensembles of varying skill levels is
presented clearly and effectively.
11345239 Spiral-Bound Book . . . . . . 14.95
Choral Reflections (Insights from
A m e r i c a n C h o r a l C o n d u c t o r -
Teachers)—ed. Brandon Williams.
Inspiration, ideas, and insights for
conductors and teachers at any stage:
the goal is to provide a platform for a new
and more representative cross-section
of American choral conductor-teachers
to share their reflections, beliefs, values,
and visions for the choral art. Contributors
include Jason Max Ferdinand, Rollo A.
Dilworth, Rosephanye Powell, Eugene
Rogers, Anton Armstrong, and 25 others.
11390161 Paperback Book. . . . . . . . 29.99
Classic Leadership - Teacher's Edition
with DVD (A Curriculum for the
Development of Student Leaders)—
Tim Lautzenheiser. The first published
leadership curriculum specifically
designed for high school students and
written by one of the most well respected
and sought-after experts on leadership
development. Any organization will benefit
from this effective compilation of time-
proven leadership concepts developed
from the author's work with more than
two million young people over the past
30 years. Includes 12 weeks of lesson
plans, activities, games, discussion
items, homework activities, and a DVD
for teachers that is a step-by-step guide
featuring high school students in action.
The companion workbook will help
students as a guide and reference for
years to come.
10434375 Paperback Workbook . . . 19.95
Classroom Management in the Music
Room ("Pin-Drop Quiet" Classes and
Rehearsal)—David Newell. With 30 years
of teaching in the public schools as well
as 15 years at the university level, master
teacher David Newell shares his "secrets"
of classroom management. Create a
positive learning environment without ever
having to raise your voice! This is a great
resource for both the veteran and first year
music teachers.
10351634 Paperback Book. . . . . . . . 29.95
The Complete Woodwind Instructor—
Robert & Deborah Sheldon. A complete
guidebook for the music educator,
regardless of his or her background.
Indispensable for all directors!
2348472 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.00
State and
Festival Lists
We know how important it is to
be fully prepared for festivals
and contests — and how much
time it can take to find the
right music. That's why Pepper
provides carefully curated lists of
approved music from state and
national organizations in the U.S.
and beyond. Before finalizing
your order, be sure to confirm
that your selections match your
organization's official list.
