Improve musicianship of elementary or middle school bands through the insights and suggestions offered by nationally known leaders in music education. 55 works for beginning band are included in the text and the companion 3-CD set, recorded by the University of North Texas Symphonic Band. In addition there are chapters on: Establishing an Effective Rehearsal Procedure; Beginners or Musicians, Risk/Reward of Musicianship; Confessions of a Music Junkie; Great Beginnings, Warm-Up Strategies for Success; Nurturing Creativity; and A Journey to Creativity through Musical Changes. A welcome addition to this invaluable series!