While there are differing opinions on starting systems, directors agree that the music itself is the most important component of a method. Every exercise in Measures of Success® has been sequenced topromoteoptimaldevelopmentthroughgreatmusicalcontent. Creative titles stimulate the imagination, musicianship challenges promote expressive playing, and special attention is paid to important conceptssuchasphrasing. In addition, students will enjoyfull band arrangements and original compositions by renowned composers Brian Balmages and Robert Sheldon. Directors will quickly discover that this performance-based method also introduces students to critical listening, composing, conducting, music history, and other elements that bring about a deeper understanding of music.
