bastien the older beginner piano level 2 library set three book pack includes the older beginner piano course, musicianship for the older beginner a
Bastien The Older Beginner Piano Level 2 Library Set - Three Book Pack - Includes The Older Beginner Piano Course, Musicianship for the Older Beginner and Favorite Melodies the World Over Books. This appealing course of study for beginners age 12 and up is designed functionally, allowing students to play and harmonize melodies from the beginning. A time-tested chord approach method that really works!UPC NO:633076845857 SKU:ADIB00CEK16GG
KJOS Festival Ensembles Bassoon Trombone Bari Bc
Dimensions (Overall): 12.0 inches (L), .15 inches (H) x 9.0 inches (W)Weight: .3 poundsGenre: Method booksCompatible With: TromboneWarranty: No Applicable Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, Playing in a variety of ensembles is an important component in the complete education of ng instrumentalists. Festival Ensembles, Book 1 presents a collection of 15 flexibly scored, Grade 1-1.5 ensemble pieces perfect for festivals, concerts, summer camps, and variety chamber practice throughout the year. Kjos Multiple Option Scoring allows for ensembles using any number or combination of instruments, ranging from solos through full band performance. Students will love mixing and matching different combinations of instruments on melody and harmony lines. Great for groups with non-standard instrumentation. Unequaled versatility makes this a must for every ng band library! Highlights include: - Kjos Multiple Option Scoring, playable for solos, ensembles, and full concert band - Perfect for festivals, concerts, summer camps, and private study! - Limited ranges - Easy rhythms - Wide variety of musical styles and genres Correlated with Standard of Excellence Comprehensive Band Method Book 1.
KJOS All For Strings Theory Workbook 2 Violin
Dimensions (Overall): 11.7 inches (L), .2 inches (H) x 8.8 inches (W)Weight: .3 poundsGenre: Method booksCompatible With: ViolinWarranty: No Applicable Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, All For Strings Theory Workbook 2 correlates with the All for Strings method book and is suitable for classroom or individual use. Each page features exercises and games which encompass music fundamentals introduced in the method books. Students start by learning the piano keyboard to increase their understanding of the intervals. They also work with finger placement chart exercises so that basic theory can be immediately applied to their instrument. In addition to drawing clefs, notes, key and time signatures, students learn about musical phrases and begin composing. Puzzles and musical math games are also included. Violin with piano accompaniment.
KJOS Standard Of Excellence Book 1 Enhanced Baritone Bc
Dimensions (Overall): 12.0 inches (L), .2 inches (H) x 9.0 inches (W)Weight: .55 poundsGenre: Method booksCompatible With: Baritone HornWarranty: No Applicable Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, The Standard of Excellence ENHANCED Comprehensive Band Method Books 1 & 2 combines a strong performance-centered approach with music theory, music history, ear training, listening, composition, improvisation, and interdisciplinary and multicultural studies. Each book comes with two CDs containing all the full band accompaniments and the revolutionary iPAS Practice and Assessment Software. Directors will welcome the complete accompaniments and inspiring software. Students will find the new package makes practicing not only fun „® but effective, too! The result is the most complete band method available anywhere.Features include:¢ Full color drawings and color-coding of important text and music motivate and inform. ¢ Three starting systems help ensure positive results in any beginning situation. ¢ FOR ... ONLY exercises (i.e. FOR FLUTES ONLY) offer idiomatic solutions to the unique challenges of each instrument. ¢ Excellerators (advanced supplemental exercises) reinforce and enrich performance basics. ¢ A nine page FOR OBOES ONLY starting system gives beginners a solid foundation for learning in the full band setting. ¢ Expanded French Horn and Percussion books, including a separate book for Timpani & Auxiliary Percussion, address the unique needs of beginners on these instruments. ¢ A comprehensive, totally-correlated Electric Bass book offers expanded opportunities for student involvement. ¢ Music from over 20 countries, with correlated enrichments, encourages multicultural study. Achievement Lines and GO FOR EXCELLENCE! test lines ensure objective assessment of students' accomplishments. ¢ A built-in reward system motivates students and encourages musical growth. Expanded 48 page part books (instead of the usual 32 pages) provide added reinforcement of musical skills. ¢2 CDs of Audio Accompaniment Recordings for all full band exercises¢ Interactive Pyware Assessment Software (iPAS), for Windows or Mac, takes students through the entire book and provides numeric performance scores¢Tuner and Metronome included with iPASAlso available are the 600-plus page full Conductor Scores for Books 1 & 2 containing Objectives for every line of music, Director tips, extended reference articles, duplicable worksheets and quizzes, and theory, listening, composing, improvisation, geography, foreign language, history, and other interdisciplinary Activities for Excellence. The iPAS Teacher„´s Edition (sold separately) gives directors the ultimate objective assessment and record-keeping tools.
KJOS Standard Of Excellence for Jazz Ensemble Guitar
Dimensions (Overall): 12.0 inches (L), 1.0 inches (H) x 9.0 inches (W)Weight: 1.0 poundsGenre: Method booksCompatible With: GuitarWarranty: No Applicable Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, Minimum instrumentation for method effectiveness 2-XE, 1-XB, 2-TP, 1-TB, 1-P, 1-B, 1-D The SOE Jazz Ensemble Method is designed for use by mid, JR, HS, community jazz ensembles, and in the private studio. the book is divided into three sections, each representing a different jazz style: rock, swing, and Latin. Each section contains rhythm studies and improvisation studies which may be played with other members of the ensemble or with accompanying CD (affixed to the back cover). Each section of the book also includes jazz chart (13 total) that applies what is learned in the rhythm and improvisation studies. The flexible scoring allows for a full-sounding ensemble with as few as half the standard instrumentation. The director's score include tips on player selection, band setup, audio reinforcement, music selection, rehearsal suggestions etc. The SOE Jazz Ensemble Method will be for both the seasoned jazz band diector and the band director with little or no experience at all.
KJOS Foundations for Superior Performance Tenor Sax
Dimensions (Overall): 11.7 inches (L), .4 inches (H) x 8.8 inches (W)Weight: .4 poundsGenre: Method booksCompatible With: SaxophoneWarranty: No Applicable Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, This method book helps to organize the daily rehearsal and improve the overall performance level of the ensemble. From as little as five minutes a day to forty-five minutes a day, this book offers the flexibility and options to fit any particular band situation for year two throughout high school. It also provides the director with the resources to meet each student on his or her own level while challenging them to reach the next level. Foundations For Superior Performance includes: Warm-Ups - articulation exercises, long tones, and progressive brass lip slurs and woodwind exercises to be played simultaneously.Chorales and Tuning Exercises - interval tuning, chord tuning, and chorales in the eight main concert band keys.Technique - major and minor scales, mini-scales, scale patterns, scales in thirds, interval studies, and triad and chord studies in all 12 keysPlus - one octave scales and arpeggios, full range scales, chromatic scales, major arpeggios and inversions, and advanced finger placement charts.Percussion Book - Practical exercises for mallets, snare drum, auxiliary percussion, and timpani. 96 pages. By using Foundations For Superior Performance, the following areas can be improved: Sound (tone production).Articulation (styles and concepts).Greater flexibility, agility, and endurance.Increased range.Individual and ensemble listening skillsTechnique in all twelve major and minor keys.Basic understanding of music theory.
KJOS Standard Of Excellence for Jazz Ensemble 1St Tenor Sax
Dimensions (Overall): 11.7 inches (L), .3 inches (H) x 8.8 inches (W)Weight: .5 poundsGenre: Method booksCompatible With: SaxophoneWarranty: No Applicable Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, Minimum instrumentation for method effectiveness 2-XE, 1-XB, 2-TP, 1-TB, 1-P, 1-B, 1-D The SOE Jazz Ensemble Method is designed for use by mid, JR, HS, community jazz ensembles, and in the private studio. the book is divided into three sections, each representing a different jazz style: rock, swing, and Latin. Each section contains rhythm studies and improvisation studies which may be played with other members of the ensemble or with accompanying CD (affixed to the back cover). Each section of the book also includes jazz chart (13 total) that applies what is learned in the rhythm and improvisation studies. The flexible scoring allows for a full-sounding ensemble with as few as half the standard instrumentation. The director's score include tips on player selection, band setup, audio reinforcement, music selection, rehearsal suggestions etc. The SOE Jazz Ensemble Method will be for both the seasoned jazz band diector and the band director with little or no experience at all.
KJOS Excellence In Theory Book 3
Dimensions (Overall): 12.0 inches (L), .25 inches (H) x 9.0 inches (W)Weight: .5 poundsGenre: MusicCompatible With: Multi-InstrumentWarranty: No Applicable Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, & bull; 10-digit ISBN Number: 084970524x & bull; 13-digit ISBN Number: 9780849705243 & bull; Media: Music Books & bull; Level or Grade: 1 & bull; Series: ¢ Excellence in TheoryThe Theory section in Book Three begins with a review of the theory concepts introduced in Book Two Book Three before introducing more advanced time signatures; major, minor, augmented and diminished triads; and minor chords, chord progressions and harmonizing melodies. By the end of, students will be composing short melodies, and will have a fundamental understanding of the building blocks of Western music. Ear Training pages with aural exercises are again applied throughout Book Three, incorporating the knowledge gained in the steadily advancing lessons and putting it immediately into practice. The History section of Book Three continues to deepen the connection among all aspects learned throughout the series, putting music into perspective with social and political events and progressions within all the arts. Book Three also includes a colorful comprehensive timeline including all composers and performers studied, thus providing quick reference and motivation toward further study.
KJOS Standard Of Excellence Book 3 Tenor Sax
Dimensions (Overall): 11.9 inches (L), .5 inches (H) x 8.9 inches (W)Weight: .4 poundsGenre: Method booksCompatible With: SaxophoneWarranty: No Applicable Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, Standard of Excellence Book 3 is a continuation of the strong performace-centered curriculum of Books 1 and 2. It is also an intermediate level band method that introduces students to Western Music History. Students play music from the Middle Ages, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic periods and 20th Century; they learn performance and technical skills within the appropriate historical context. Students are given a complete musical and historical education while advancing toward high levels of musical performance on their individual instruments.¢ Solid reinforcement of major and minor key signatures. ¢ Technique development exercises including scales and a wide variety of scale-related studies. ¢ Advanced rhythms and time signature studies ¢ Detailed trill finger placement charts and extended range ingering charts. ¢ Twelve full band arrangements including concert length arrangements from historic periods.
KJOS Tradition of Excellence: Technique & Musicianship Tenor Sax
Dimensions (Overall): 12.0 inches (L), .15 inches (H) x 9.0 inches (W)Weight: .15 poundsGenre: Method booksCompatible With: SaxophoneWarranty: No Applicable Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, & bull; Popular, tried and true method book & bull; Includes pieces that can be played together & bull; Ear training and sight reading & bull; Interpretation and nuanceDesigned for musicians who have completed a second year of study in any method, this important new book features scales, thirds, and arpeggios; technique, articulation, and melodious etudes; plus excerpts from the classical repertoire and full-band chorales in 16 major and minor keys. With emphasis placed on specific musicianship skills, plus options for differentiated learning and instruction, it goes above and beyond technique books of the past. Whether used in private lessons or in a group, Tradition of Excellence: Technique and Musicianship is sure to improve technical ability and enhance artistic sensitivity for all band students.
KJOS Foundations for Superior Performance French Horn
Dimensions (Overall): 12.0 inches (L), .3 inches (H) x 9.3 inches (W)Weight: .35 poundsGenre: Method booksCompatible With: French HornWarranty: No Applicable Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, This method book helps to organize the daily rehearsal and improve the overall performance level of the ensemble. From as little as five minutes a day to forty-five minutes a day, this book offers the flexibility and options to fit any particular band situation for year two throughout high school. It also provides the director with the resources to meet each student on his or her own level while challenging them to reach the next level. Foundations For Superior Performance includes: Warm-Ups - articulation exercises, long tones, and progressive brass lip slurs and woodwind exercises to be played simultaneously.Chorales and Tuning Exercises - interval tuning, chord tuning, and chorales in the eight main concert band keys.Technique - major and minor scales, mini-scales, scale patterns, scales in thirds, interval studies, and triad and chord studies in all 12 keysPlus - one octave scales and arpeggios, full range scales, chromatic scales, major arpeggios and inversions, and advanced finger placement charts.Percussion Book - Practical exercises for mallets, snare drum, auxiliary percussion, and timpani. 96 pages. By using Foundations For Superior Performance, the following areas can be improved: Sound (tone production).Articulation (styles and concepts).Greater flexibility, agility, and endurance.Increased range.Individual and ensemble listening skillsTechnique in all twelve major and minor keys.Basic understanding of music theory.
KJOS Tradition of Excellence: Technique & Musicianship Oboe
Dimensions (Overall): 12.0 inches (L), .15 inches (H) x 9.0 inches (W)Weight: .45 poundsGenre: Method booksCompatible With: OboeWarranty: No Applicable Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, & bull; Popular, tried and true method book & bull; Includes pieces that can be played together & bull; Ear training and sight reading & bull; Interpretation and nuanceDesigned for musicians who have completed a second year of study in any method, this important new book features scales, thirds, and arpeggios; technique, articulation, and melodious etudes; plus excerpts from the classical repertoire and full-band chorales in 16 major and minor keys. With emphasis placed on specific musicianship skills, plus options for differentiated learning and instruction, it goes above and beyond technique books of the past. Whether used in private lessons or in a group, Tradition of Excellence: Technique and Musicianship is sure to improve technical ability and enhance artistic sensitivity for all band students.
KJOS Excellence In Theory Book 2
Dimensions (Overall): 12.0 inches (L), .25 inches (H) x 9.0 inches (W)Weight: .5 poundsGenre: MusicCompatible With: Multi-InstrumentWarranty: No Applicable Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, & bull; Media: Music Books & bull; Level or Grade: 1 & bull; Series: ¢ Excellence in TheoryThe Theory section in Book Two begins with a review of concepts previously learned, then moves forward into more advanced lessons. Key signatures and the circle of fifths/fourths are introduced, and music reading progresses with new technique and expression markings. Students are introduced to challenging new rhythms, and melodic and harmonic intervals are explored. Each lesson is carefully reinforced through specific Review pages. Ear Training continues to play a vital role in Book Two, with aural exercises appearing throughout the book wherever new theory concepts are learned. These aural exercises reinforce student understanding and immediately put new theory into practice. The History section of Book Two presents more detail on each of the musical eras from the Middle Ages through the 20th century. Composers, performers, and important musical events are presented in the historical context of their day. A greater understanding of the historical context in which music was created sets the course for a lifetime of music appreciation.
KJOS Standard Of Excellence Book 1 Enhanced Oboe
Dimensions (Overall): 11.7 inches (L), .9 inches (H) x 8.7 inches (W)Weight: .6 poundsGenre: Method booksCompatible With: OboeWarranty: No Applicable Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, The Standard of Excellence ENHANCED Comprehensive Band Method Books 1 & 2 combines a strong performance-centered approach with music theory, music history, ear training, listening, composition, improvisation, and interdisciplinary and multicultural studies. Each book comes with two CDs containing all the full band accompaniments and the revolutionary iPAS Practice and Assessment Software. Directors will welcome the complete accompaniments and inspiring software. Students will find the new package makes practicing not only fun „® but effective, too! The result is the most complete band method available anywhere.Features include:¢ Full color drawings and color-coding of important text and music motivate and inform. ¢ Three starting systems help ensure positive results in any beginning situation. ¢ FOR ... ONLY exercises (i.e. FOR FLUTES ONLY) offer idiomatic solutions to the unique challenges of each instrument. ¢ Excellerators (advanced supplemental exercises) reinforce and enrich performance basics. ¢ A nine page FOR OBOES ONLY starting system gives beginners a solid foundation for learning in the full band setting. ¢ Expanded French Horn and Percussion books, including a separate book for Timpani & Auxiliary Percussion, address the unique needs of beginners on these instruments. ¢ A comprehensive, totally-correlated Electric Bass book offers expanded opportunities for student involvement. ¢ Music from over 20 countries, with correlated enrichments, encourages multicultural study. Achievement Lines and GO FOR EXCELLENCE! test lines ensure objective assessment of students' accomplishments. ¢ A built-in reward system motivates students and encourages musical growth. Expanded 48 page part books (instead of the usual 32 pages) provide added reinforcement of musical skills. ¢2 CDs of Audio Accompaniment Recordings for all full band exercises¢ Interactive Pyware Assessment Software (iPAS), for Windows or Mac, takes students through the entire book and provides numeric performance scores¢Tuner and Metronome included with iPASAlso available are the 600-plus page full Conductor Scores for Books 1 & 2 containing Objectives for every line of music, Director tips, extended reference articles, duplicable worksheets and quizzes, and theory, listening, composing, improvisation, geography, foreign language, history, and other interdisciplinary Activities for Excellence. The iPAS Teacher„´s Edition (sold separately) gives directors the ultimate objective assessment and record-keeping tools.
KJOS Festival Solos, Book 1 - Alto Saxophone
Dimensions (Overall): 11.6 inches (L), .3 inches (H) x 9.1 inches (W)Weight: .25 poundsGenre: Method booksCompatible With: SaxophoneWarranty: No Applicable Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, Festival Solos is a collection of solo literature perfect for contests, festivals, concerts, and private study. Each of the 15 instrumental part books comes with an instrument-specific CD containing a demonstration recording with piano accompaniment for each solo, plus a play-along accompaniment only track. Program notes for each solo are included in each book, and a Piano Accompaniment book is available separately for performance or practice with a live accompanist. Since each instrumental part book includes the same titles, all solos can be rehearsed in a group situation as well as individually, saving valuable teaching time for classroom band directors.
KJOS Tradition Of Excellence Book 2 for French Horn
Dimensions (Overall): 11.0 inches (L), .2 inches (H) x 9.0 inches (W)Weight: .56 poundsGenre: Method booksCompatible With: French HornWarranty: No Applicable Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, & bull; 10-digit ISBN Number: 0849771358 & bull; 13-digit ISBN Number: 9780849771354 & bull; Media: Music Books & bull; Level or Grade: 2Tradition of Excellence is a flexible performance-centered band method that seamlessly blends classic and contemporary pedagogy, instrument-specific DVD's, and the cutting-edge interactive practice studio technology. Bruce Pearson and Ryan Nowlin present a systematic comprehensive musicianship curriculum that is second-to-none.
KJOS Standard Of Excellence Book 1 Conductor Score
Dimensions (Overall): 12.0 inches (L), 1.5 inches (H) x 10.2 inches (W)Weight: 4.05 poundsGenre: Method booksCompatible With: ConductorWarranty: No Applicable Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, The same Piano/Guitar Accompaniment book (W21PG) and Conductor Score (W21F) work for both the original Standard of Excellence Comprehensive Band Method and the new Standard of Excellence ENHANCED Comprehensive Band Method.
KJOS Muller-Rusch String Method 1 Violin Book
Dimensions (Overall): 11.73 inches (L), .24 inches (H) x 8.98 inches (W)Weight: .3 poundsGenre: Method booksCompatible With: ViolinWarranty: No Applicable Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, The M¼ler- Rusch String Series has helped create successful string programs for over 45 years! The complete, thorough, and sequential course of study ensures the succesful, simultaneous development of all string instruments, building a solid foundation whether used for class or individual instruction. Five books in progressive levels of difficulty, are available for Violin, Viola, Cello, String Bass, and Full Conductor Score/Piano Accompaniment.
KJOS Standard Of Excellence Book 2 Bari Sax
Dimensions (Overall): 12.0 inches (L), .2 inches (H) x 9.0 inches (W)Weight: .52 poundsGenre: Method booksCompatible With: SaxophoneWarranty: No Applicable Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, & bull; 10-digit ISBN Number: 0849759595 & bull; Media: Music Books & bull; Level or Grade: 2 & bull; Series: ¢ Standard of Excellence Comprehensive Band MethodThe Standard of Excellence Comprehensive Band Method Books 1 & 2 combine a strong performance-centered approach with music theory, music history, ear training, listening, composition, improvisation, and interdisciplinary and multicultural studies. The result is the most complete band method available anywhere. Features include:¢ Full color drawings and color-coding of important text and music motivate and inform.¢ Three starting systems help ensure positive results in any beginning situation.¢ FOR ... ONLY exercises (i.e. FOR FLUTES ONLY) offer idiomatic solutions to the unique challenges of each instrument.¢ Excellerators (advanced supplemental exercises) reinforce and enrich performance basics.¢ A nine page FOR OBOES ONLY starting system gives beginners a solid foundation for learning in the full band setting.¢ Expanded French Horn and Percussion books, including a separate book for Timpani & Auxiliary Percussion, address the unique needs of beginners on these instruments.¢ A comprehensive, totally-correlated Electric Bass book offers expanded opportunities for student involvement.¢ Music from over 20 countries, with correlated enrichments, encourages multicultural study.Achievement Lines and GO FOR EXCELLENCE! test lines ensure objective assessment of students' accomplishments.¢ A built-in reward system motivates students and encourages musical growth.Expanded 48 page part books (instead of the usual 32 pages) provide added reinforcement of musical skills.¢ 600-plus page full Conductor Scores contain Objectives for every line of music, Director tips, extended reference articles, duplicable worksheets and quizzes, and theory, listening, composing, improvisation, geography, foreign language, history, and other interdisciplinary Activities for Excellence.
KJOS Tradition Of Excellence Book 2 for Trombone
Dimensions (Overall): 12.0 inches (L), .15 inches (H) x 9.0 inches (W)Weight: .5 poundsGenre: Method booksCompatible With: TromboneWarranty: No Applicable Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, Tradition of Excellence is a flexible performance-centered band method that seamlessly blends classic and contemporary pedagogy, instrument-specific DVD's, and the cutting-edge interactive practice studio technology. Bruce Pearson and Ryan Nowlin present a systematic comprehensive musicianship curriculum that is second-to-none.
KJOS Standard Of Excellence Book 2 Enhanced Tenor Sax
Dimensions (Overall): 12.0 inches (L), .2 inches (H) x 9.0 inches (W)Weight: .55 poundsGenre: Method booksCompatible With: SaxophoneWarranty: No Applicable Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, The Standard of Excellence ENHANCED Comprehensive Band Method Books 1 & 2 combines a strong performance-centered approach with music theory, music history, ear training, listening, composition, improvisation, and interdisciplinary and multicultural studies. Each book comes with two CDs containing all the full band accompaniments and the revolutionary iPAS Practice and Assessment Software. Directors will welcome the complete accompaniments and inspiring software. Students will find the new package makes practicing not only fun „® but effective, too! The result is the most complete band method available anywhere.Features include:¢ Full color drawings and color-coding of important text and music motivate and inform. ¢ Three starting systems help ensure positive results in any beginning situation. ¢ FOR ... ONLY exercises (i.e. FOR FLUTES ONLY) offer idiomatic solutions to the unique challenges of each instrument. ¢ Excellerators (advanced supplemental exercises) reinforce and enrich performance basics. ¢ A nine page FOR OBOES ONLY starting system gives beginners a solid foundation for learning in the full band setting. ¢ Expanded French Horn and Percussion books, including a separate book for Timpani & Auxiliary Percussion, address the unique needs of beginners on these instruments. ¢ A comprehensive, totally-correlated Electric Bass book offers expanded opportunities for student involvement. ¢ Music from over 20 countries, with correlated enrichments, encourages multicultural study. Achievement Lines and GO FOR EXCELLENCE! test lines ensure objective assessment of students' accomplishments. ¢ A built-in reward system motivates students and encourages musical growth. Expanded 48 page part books (instead of the usual 32 pages) provide added reinforcement of musical skills. ¢2 CDs of Audio Accompaniment Recordings for all full band exercises¢ Interactive Pyware Assessment Software (iPAS), for Windows or Mac, takes students through the entire book and provides numeric performance scores¢Tuner and Metronome included with iPASAlso available are the 600-plus page full Conductor Scores for Books 1 & 2 containing Objectives for every line of music, Director tips, extended reference articles, duplicable worksheets and quizzes, and theory, listening, composing, improvisation, geography, foreign language, history, and other interdisciplinary Activities for Excellence. The iPAS Teacher„´s Edition (sold separately) gives directors the ultimate objective assessment and record-keeping tools.