Instrumental Jazz Arranging consists of a systematic presentation of the essential techniques and materials of jazz arranging. Authors Mike Tomaro and John Wilson draw upon 50+ years of combined teaching experience to bring you a book that addresses all the basic needs for beginning arrangers. Topics include counterpoint/linear writing, jazz harmony, compositional techniques, and orchestration. All topics serve to address issues concerned with true arranging in great detail. The book may be used in both individual and classroom instruction situations. The accompanying CDs (170 tracks in all!) include many of the examples in the book, plus templates for assignments formatted for Finale.

Freshly revised and completely rewritten, the landmark book that broke new ground now contains more theoretical, practical, and analytical insights than ever. This greatly expanded Second Edition takes full advantage of the experience gained from creating seven volumes devoted to all aspects of the band profession. This new edition provides band directors with the tools they need to help performers move beyond the printed page to musical awareness and understanding. Every chapter is updated to reflect the most recent developments in the wind genre and community. Each enhanced Teacher Resource Guide provides practical , detailed reference to 100 of the best-known and foundational band compositions, Grades 2-6, and their composers. Contributors include: Larry Blocher, Ray Cramer, Eugene Migliaro Corporon, Richard Miles, Edward S. Lisk, and Tim Lautzenheiser. This Second Edition is a vital and essential resource... truly a major contribution to the wind band profession.

Taking a multi-cultural approach to band literature and conducting, Volume 2 picks up where the first top-selling book left off, featuring compelling discussions of the most important issues facing bands today and in-depth analyses of 100 of the most significant works for band ever composed in grades 2-6. Contributors include: Larry Blocher, Eugene Corporon, Ray Cramer, Tim Lautzenheiser, Edward S. Lisk, Richard Miles and Jack Stamp. This book is an essential resource for band directors at all levels and is a major contribution to the field!

A third volume of teacher guides with detailed analyses of 100 important band compositions. It also includes chapters on Making Connections by Larry Blocher, Silence and the Space of Time by Edward Lisk, Podium Personality by Ray Cramer, Emphasis on Form and Structure by Richard Miles, Fervor, Focus, Flow, and Feeling: Making an Emotional Connection by Eugene Corporon and The Band Director as a Leader by Tim Lautzenheiser.

Volume 4 in this well-regarded series continues in the tradition of providing insightful commentary to 100 standard works for concert band, spanning grade levels 2 through 6. In addition, thought-provoking topics about teaching music are discussed, focusing on directing an ensemble, setting personal priorities, developing student leadership, effective rehearsal strategies and teaching musical expression.

As with the other volumes in this series, the fifth volume contains extensive analysis of 100 band compositions from grade levels 2 through 6 which includes historical background about the composition and composer, technical requirements, stylistic considerations, musical elements, and suggested references. In addition, there are chapters dedicated to important issues relating to the band directing profession, including: Why Music? Why Band? by Tim Lautzenheiser, The Mysterious World of In-Tune Playing by Edward S. Lisk, Live Your Dreams, Not Your Nightmares: An Opus for Life by Ray Cramer, Living Expressively Among the Cymbals by Eugene Migliaro Corporan, Some Assembly Required by Larry Blocher, and Improving Performance Through 'Sound' Seating by Richard Miles. Also included in this 920-page text are title and publisher indexes for this and all previously published volumes. Completing the highlights is a companion set of recordings by the North Texas Wind Symphony, conducted by Eugene Migliaro Corporan, of all the grade 2 and 3 works.

Few resources have influenced music education more than this highly regarded series of books and recordings. Volume 6 continues to focus attention on the educational aspects of teaching music through the examination of selected literature as well as the composers who contribute so much to the repertoire. The well organized text with the companion recordings provide a wealth of information on technical demands, style, musical elements and historical background. An essential part of the complete band program.

Volume 7 of the best-selling "Teaching Music through Performance in Band" series sets new standards as a comprehensive and indispensable resource for band directors. Containing current perspectives on the wind band world from internationally respected leaders, together with analysis of 100 significant works for band from Grades 2 through 6, this book gives band directors essential tools for success in the profession. This volume features chapters on Imagination and Creativity by Edward S. Lisk, The Cornerstones for Program Success by Tim Lautzenheiser, Historical Highlights of Wind Band: The French Revolution to the Present by Eugene Migliaro Corporon, Exploring Japanese Band Culture by Ray Cramer, Focus by Larry R. Blocher, and Rehearsing and Teaching by Richard Miles. As with the other "Teaching Music through Performance" editions, this book includes extensive analyses of a broad range of the best wind band literature being published today. Each Teacher Resource Guide includes a description of the composer, historical perspectives, technical considerations, stylistic considerations, a breakdown of music elements, a form and structure analysis, and more. Extensive appendices round out this volume, the largest yet. Companion CD recordings (available separately), as well as searchable indices and sound clips at www.TeachingMusic.org, truly make this series vital to band directors everywhere.

This comprehensive look at concert programming was developed with assistance from dozens of band directors across the United States, Brazil, England and Spain. With companion recordings, available separately, this book is truly a milestone in music education publishing as well as a valuable addition to this ground breaking series of reference books and recordings.

Here's another remarkable addition to the landmark series incorporating Teacher Resource Guides for 100 band works, Grades 2-6. Includes insights on band works and composers as well as fascinating essays by Tim Lautzenheiser, Ray Cramer, Larry Blocher, Eugene Migliaro Corporan, Edward S. Lisk and Richard Miles. An important continuation of this invaluable series!