Flute

Book 2 features: CD with more great play-along tracks, covering Exercises 1-55 and Individual Studies (pages 38-41) Book 1 review section Rhythm Raps Daily Warm-ups Theory History Multicultural Music Creativity and Assessment Sight-reading and Improvisation Etudes created specifically for each instrument, demonstrated by a professional soloist Rubank Studies and Solo - designed for each instrument from the very best of student etude and solo literature 12 full band arrangements, including a planned concert and more!

Now the best-selling band method is even better! Book 1 for absolute beginners includes a CD AND a DVD. Features include: BOOK: Same great Essential Elements 2000 method! CD/CD-ROM FEATURES: Play-Along Tracks 1-58 (with a professional player for every instrument) DVD FEATURES: Startup Video (learn the basics - 15 min.); ALL 185 Play-Along Tracks; More Duets and Trios; Music Listening Library CD AND DVD EACH FEATURE: SmartMusic Software (practice, record, and e-mail a performance, plus on-screen assessment - includes Ex. 1-99 with special offer to continue); Finale NotePad Software; Tempo Adjustment Software (for Play-Along Tracks).

Specifically designed to teach jazz basics to students with 1 or 2 years playing experience, but with no prior experience playing jazz. Great for individual or classroom use. Teaches the basics of swing style in a step-by-step approach using well-known songs. Improvisation is made easy starting with simple 2-measure phrases. Scales and basic theory are introduced in a simple and easy to understand approach. 2 CDs are included with recordings of all exercises and arrangements. Other features: 7 full band arrangements, sample solos, jazz history and people.

Includes: America, The Beautiful America (My Country, 'Tis of Thee) Armed Forces Salute Battle Hymn of the Republic God Bless America Hymn to the Fallen The Patriot The Star Spangled Banner Stars and Stripes Forever This Is My Country Yankee Doodle/Yankee Doodle Boy.

Hal Leonard Solo and Ensemble Series Grade 3

The book that started the Essential Elements Band Method features music history right in the book, band arrangements, Dr. Tim parent letter, quizzes, and a rhythm-based sequence. Effective pedagogy, a logical sequence of skills, innovative parental communication tools, multicultural songs, duets and full band arrangements, and much more, create a method designed to help kids succeed.

The second book in the Essential Elements for Band series includes an easy to teach sight-reading system, logical sequence of skills, band arrangements, Dr. Tim parent letters, and more. Effective pedagogy, a logical sequence of skills, innovative parental communication tools, multicultural songs, duets and full ban arrangements, and much more, create a method designed to help kids succeed.