The Essential Elements for Band – Conductor Book 1 is the ultimate resource for band directors starting young musicians on their journey. This updated edition combines proven pedagogy with engaging music and cutting-edge technology tools. Designed for classroom success, it includes complete scores, fingering charts, and access to Essential Elements Interactive (EEi)—a powerful online platform for teaching, learning, and assessment.
Features
- Comprehensive Conductor’s Edition: Full scores of every exercise with detailed instructions for all instruments.
- Instrument Support: Fingering charts for all instruments and trill charts for woodwinds (Book 3).
- Teacher Resources: Scope and sequence charts, plus “Teacher Tips” before every exercise for effective guidance.
- Online Access: Free EEi resources for creating classes, listening to recordings, and playing accompaniments.
- Updated Content: Includes 250+ professional videos, 50 new pop songs online, new color photography, and compatibility with previous editions.
- Authors: Tim Lautzenheiser, John Higgins, Don Bierschenk, Charles Menghini, Tom C. Rhodes, Paul Lavender.