Books for Band Directors

Designed for the ensemble conductor who needs a quick-help guide to teach percussion, this book will provide all the tools necessary to effectively guide a young percussion section. The world of percussion

At a time when the calls for diversity, equity, and inclusion are stronger and more important than ever, The Horizon Leans Forward... amplifies the talent and voices of the many underrepresented

This book is a classic, now nationally distributed by GIA Publications. It is the primary reference for anyone interested in learning the Alexander Technique, written by perhaps the leading authority in the

Here's a sobering thought for many a band or orchestra director: you've been given the "opportunity" to work with the choir!  But fear not - this handy guide will help you survive your foray

Improv Games for One Player is an addictive book of musical games designed to help you be more expressive and musical in your music-making. This slender book should fit in just about every case

Every band director will benefit from this in-depth and eminently useful text on intonation.  Extensively detailed, this book covers acoustic principles of band and orchestra instruments, strategies

This biography begins in 1967 as Frank L. Battisti concludes a celebrated 14-year career as Director of Bands at Ithaca High School, followed by a move to Baldwin Wallace College Conservatory. Later,

This remarkable book contains twelve short musical excerpts of great instrumental works, or mini-scores, designed to accompany any instrumental conducting method. Each excerpt presents specific challenges

A new addition to the "Creative Director" series, this revealing book deals with the instructional techniques of teaching expression, ensemble interpretation, characteristic performance, musical identity

Designed for band, choir, orchestras or private study, this book teaches how to read basic rhythms from the printed page. This practical, daily step-by-step guide is suitable for all instruments and levels

The Joy of Inspired Teaching is about what it takes to become a truly great teacher, about the unique role of teachers as shapers of human potential, and about meeting the challenge of the