Music Education Books

Baton Basics offers a unique approach to teaching conducting based upon the concept of conveying weight, resistance, and energy in order to communicate a better concept of musical sound to the musicians.

Noted scholar and conductor Dennis Shrock uncovers the key factors and proven strategies that lead to the achievement of excellence in music ensembles at any level. With the use of historical references and

The Yamaha HD-300 Harmony Director is arguably the most powerful tool instrumental music teachers can use to improve the sound, balance, and tuning of their ensembles. Although there is plenty of

A comprehensive beginning conducting text - complete with pictures, online videos, and supplemental conducting etudes - to facilitate the development of a clear and expressive conducting technique. This

A healthier approach to music making begins today with the ideas and insights presented in Musician, Heal Thyself! Pain in the shoulder region is one of the most common problems

Conceived as a sequel to the eminent twentieth-century text The Symphony and the Symphonic Poem, Robert Quebbeman's Symphonic Works Analyzed offers in-depth analysis of over sixty works from additional

Both novice and experienced band directors will benefit from the wide range of information offered through this unique and effective resource. The valuable information contained in the more than forty

What could a musical style look like to a visual learner? Can visual images improve conceptual understanding of intonation, balance, and blend? This text provides tools and techniques for visualizing