Learn the secrets of teaching wind and percussion instruments with EXCELLENCE!

Teaching the vastly differing instruments found in concert bands and orchestras is challenging. Having the faculties to correct performance and equipment problems as they come about in rehearsals, sectionals, and private lessons keeps the learning process moving forward. Bruce Pearson and Ryan Nowlin bring the wisdom from their landmark publication, Teaching BAND with EXCELLENCE, to this series of concise, portable volumes to give you the tools to teach winds and percussion with confidence.

Topics Include:

• Instrument History • Assembly • Tone Production • Playing Range and Transposition • Posture and Hand Position • Tuning and Intonation • Selecting Instruments and Accessories • Embouchure and Making a Tone • Technique • Selecting Players • Daily Care and Maintenance • Listening Suggestions 

…plus Advanced Fingering Charts and Trill Charts at your fingertips.