Learn the ins and outs of leading a band to musical excellence from a veteran with more than 25 years of practical, real-world experience. Written in an engaging, conversational style, you'll feel as if you

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 A fresh, original look at the art of conducting, including Pattern Cubes, which is a three-dimensional system for charting baton movement. Through th is book, both the aspiring and the experienced

A "how-to" guide that's great for beginning teachers, as well as those with years of experience.  Covers recruitment, scheduling, repairs, grading, performance suggestions and more!

Each insightful and informative chapter provides a window into the creative process of ten remarkable conductors as they share a captivating range of approaches into the world of musical expression. When is

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

Ed Lisk's publication presents the art of musical expression in a unique and understandable way that is easy to apply to student musicians. Through music study, students experience the beauty of musical

An ideal guide for preparing future band directors for the challenges and obstacles that they will face early in their teaching careers. Easy to understand, it's written in a quick reference guide format

This concise and well-organized manual is a must for the serious music educator and percussionist. Written in an easy-to-use format, Band Director's Percussion Repair Manual is a one-stop

The book presents professional, college, community, and school band directors with an essential tool for discovering and selecting appropriate repertoire. Christopher M. Cicconi presents a wide-ranging

Presents a clear and comprehensive system to help students achieve greater control over their technique. Features dozens of practical exercises on all percussion instruments. Based on decades of experience

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

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