Take Your Band to the Next Level with the Updated Gold Standard
The 2025 edition of Essential Elements for Band Book 2 builds on the foundation of Book 1, advancing performance skills while introducing new music and expanded digital resources. This updated version keeps the proven pedagogy intact while adding modern tools to inspire students and support teachers.
Features
- Comprehensive Skill Development
- Reviews Book 1 fundamentals
- Expands technique with scales, arpeggios, and advanced rhythms
- Includes individual studies for each instrument
- Enhanced Online Resources via EEi
- 250+ new instructional videos recorded by veteran educators
- Play-along tracks, recording tools, and assessment features
- Compatible with Google Classroom for easy integration
- New Music Additions
- 50 copyrighted pop songs available online
- 3 new replacement songs for inclusivity and engagement
- Bonus arrangements of current hits for motivating practice
- Visual & Pedagogical Updates
- Full-color photos for posture, hand position, and instrument assembly
- Clear fingering charts and advanced rhythm studies
- Rubank® studies and solos for each instrument
- Performance Opportunities
- Includes concert-ready arrangements to keep students motivated and performing early.
