Books for Musicians, Teachers and Conductors

A healthier approach to music making begins today with the ideas and insights presented in Musician, Heal Thyself! Pain in the shoulder region is one of the most common problems

Every student deserves an excellent teacher, a fair chance at success, and the opportunity to participate in a school music program. This resource addresses the importance of teaching music to low-income

Forty weeks' worth of practice material - all in one book! Build valuable skills such as diversity and quality of tone, blend, relaxed vocal production, ear training, and many more. Techniques covered

For over forty years, David W. Music studied, taught, researched, and published numerous books, articles, and musical compositions for use in the church. In this book, fellow experts in the field pay homage

In this book, the author draws from her two decades of experience with Music Learning Theory (MLT) to present practical activities, ideas, and strategies to help elementary general music teachers

In this behind-the-scenes look at the making of Fleetwood Mac's epic, platinum-selling double album, Tusk, producers and engineers Ken Caillat and Hernan Rojas tell their stories of spending a year

This selection emphasizes awareness and understanding of the essential role empathy plays in honest musicianship. Including a collection of suggestions for how musicians can harness their own empathy to

Perfectly suited for students at the middle school, high school, and collegiate levels, this volume is the culmination of John M. Feierabend's best-selling curriculum. As with all books in the

This book was designed for use in a heterogenous brass methods class and as a reference source for school band and orchestra directors. It provides concise descriptions and recommendations for all brass

This witty book will teach you how to practice smarter. It has fun pictures illustrating practice ideas and it also has practice stories and suggestions from prominent musicians around the world. On the

From old-school vinyl records to today's all-digital music platforms, the modern DJ has a huge variety of choices and information to navigate. Look no further than this unique book and video reference guide

This devotional book will help deepen your handbell ringing experience. Divided into three sections - The Christian Year, Seasons, and Special Celebrations - each devotion includes scripture, reflections,

Preparing students to become choral music teachers is what Christopher Peterson does at Cal State University, Fullerton. His methods are both modern and extremely practical. Now presented in a textbook

Teaching is a long journey of constant growth, but you've got what it takes to be the teacher you want to be. This book will give you tools to help navigate the challenges that come your way and will guide

This book is meant to be a bridge connecting Sunday's worship to the following week's daily life and work by means of words that sound and shape a Christ-like worldview. After an overarching introduction

This book showcases the inspiring stories and innovative ideas of music educators who are implementing social-emotional learning at all levels. Teachers share their challenges and triumphs along with many

You are about to embark on a course of study designed to give you, in the shortest possible time, a complete understanding of the principles of modern harmony, improvisation, and dance band arranging.

The ministry of choral music requires preparation of both heart and voice. This collection of devotionals for choir and choir directors features brief meditations based on texts given in the Revised Common

This much-anticipated fourth volume in the indispensable series arrives 13 years after the publication of the previous volume. A new team of authors and editors, each at the top of the string education

The essential guide to your ukulele! If you care about your ukulele–and we know you do!–The Ukulele Owner's Manual is the perfect reference guide to understanding your instrument and how it

Here is a peek behind the curtains, revealing the secrets to writing successful orchestral music cues for the production music market. This includes several examples, along with complete transcriptions with

An all-in-one resource that helps both the music director and pastor plan the worship services for each Sunday and holy day of the year, The United Methodist Music and Worship Planner 2021-2022 is

An all-in-one resource that helps both the music director and pastor plan the worship services for each Sunday and holy day of the church year. Prepare! is lectionary based and places everything at your

Noted scholar and conductor Dennis Shrock uncovers the key factors and proven strategies that lead to the achievement of excellence in music ensembles at any level. With the use of historical references and