(Essential Elements). Original series (green cover) Essential Technique for Strings is a book of studies to help the intermediate player develop the skills necessary for playing in an orchestra. Its flexible sequence allows you to choose pages from the three major sections: higher positions and shifting, keys and scales, and bowings and special techniques.

Orchestra Classroom Methods - All Levels

A TECHNIQUE BUILDING program for any band o Also for INDIVIDUAL STUDY or small groups o BOOK 3 of the Essential Elements 2000 beginning band system - FEATURES: KEY CENTERED SYSTEM o 9 Major and Related Minor Keys o Scales, Etudes, Short Chorales, and Music Technique Exercises - INDIVIDUAL INSTRUMENT STUDIES o For EVERY instrument, demonstrated by a professional soloist o CD in each student book o Includes accompaniments on real instruments, not synthesized - SPECIAL STUDIES SECTION o Reading Skill Builders, Rhythm Pages, Jazz Style and Improvisation, Full Chorales, Rubank Scales and Arpeggios - all included on CD - INTEGRATED HISTORY, THEORY AND CREATIVITY o Exceeds the National Standards for Arts Education - MORE GREAT MUSIC o A wide variety: Classical, World, Folk and more.

Orchestra Classroom Methods - All Levels

Orchestra Classroom Methods - All Levels

Orchestra Classroom Methods - All Levels

(Essential Elements for Band). (Essential Elements for Band and Essential Elements Interactive are fully compatible with Essential Elements 2000 ) Essential Elements for Band offers beginning students sound pedagogy and engaging music, all carefully paced to successfully start young players on their musical journey. EE features both familiar songs and specially designed exercises, created and arranged for the classroom in a unison-learning environment, as well as instrument-specific exercises to focus each student on the unique characteristics of their own instrument. EE provides both teachers and students with a wealth of materials to develop total musicianship, even at the beginning stages. Books 1 and 2 also include access to Essential Elements Interactive (EEi) , the ultimate online music education resource - anywhere, anytime, and on any device. Go to www.essentialelementsinteractive.com to learn more! Method features: * Enhanced Learning System * Optimum Reinforced Learning * Theory, History, Cross-Curriculum & Creativity * Daily Warm-ups & Rubank Studies * 12 Full Band Arrangements * Rhythm Studies Book also includes My EE Library* (www.myeelibrary.com) - Instant Stream/Download/CD-ROM* * Start-up video Learn the basics * Play-along mp3 tracks for all exercises Features a professional player on each individual instrument * Duets and trios Print and play parts with friends * Music listening library Hear great pieces for band! * Internet access required for My EE Library . Book includes instructions to order free opt. CD-ROM.

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 CD's are included with recordings of all exercises and arrangements. Other features: 7 full band arrangements, sample solos, jazz history and people.

(Essential Elements). These piano accompaniments can provide helpful guidance for teaching beginning instrumentalists. The format includes a cue line to provide the director or pianist with a visual guide of the student melody part. NOTE: The discs/media available with the teacher and student books are not included in this product.