Description
Tradition of Excellence is a flexible performance-centered band method that seamlessly blends classic and contemporary pedagogy, instrument-specific DVD’s, and the cutting-edge interactive practice studio technology. Bruce Pearson and Ryan Nowlin present a systematic comprehensive musicianship curriculum that is second-to-none. ? Time-tested approaches ? ? ? * Three unique starting systems ? ? ? * Differentiated instruction and learning allowing you to customize your teaching ? ? ? * Pedagogically sound two-page lessons ? ? ? * sounds-before-symbol rhythm introduction ? ? ? * Scales, technical studies, chop builders, warm-ups, rhythm studies, and sight-reading ? ? ? * Solos, duets, rounds, band pieces, and ensembles, including three built-in concert programs ? ? ? Today’s trends ? ? ? * comprehensive Standards-based curriculum ? ? ? * Color coding connects new concepts with the music ? ? ? * Rhythm introductions adaptable to any counting system ? ? ? * Nine-page Oboe starting system ? ? ? * Expanded Horn book with F and B fingerings ? ? ? * All-in-one Percussion book ? ? ? * Repertoire from across time and around the world ? ? ? * Built-in written and performance assessment ? ? ? * Theory, composition, ear training, improvisation, orchestration, conducting, and history in every student book ? ? ? * Historical and interdisciplinary worksheets and teaching guides ? ? ? * Ready-to-use? lesson plans ? ? ? * Multiple -option ensemble scoring ? ? ? * Comprehensive, easy-to-use Conductor Score ? ? ? * Score Companion: Teaching Band with Excellence: a Comprehensive Curricular, Pedagogical, and Administrative Resource-an indispensable aid to the teacher. Tomorrow’s Technology ? ? ? * Revolutionary Interactive Practice Studios and Interactive Teacher Studio that offer intuitive virtual student and teacher environments ? ? ? * State-of-the-art accompaniment recordings ? ? ? * Instrument-specific DVDs containing video lessons, accompaniments, and importable audio files ? ? ? * Downloadable lesson plans, worksheets, and editable forms ? ? ? * Interactive whiteboard-ready ? ? ? * Subscription-based SmartMusic support
