SKU: GI.G-11015

Composed by Erin Keeton-Howard & Meghan Wagner. Music Education. GIA Publications #11015. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-11015).

ISBN 9781622777884.

SKU: GI.G-10580

Philosopher and Practitioner in Dialogue. Composed by William Perrine. Music Education. 430 pages. GIA Publications #10580. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-10580).

ISBN 9781622776375.

Contributors: Travis J. Cross (University of California–Los Angeles) • David J. Elliott (New York University) • Marissa Silverman (Montclair State University) • Jacob Wallace (South Dakota State University) • Randall Everett Allsup (Teachers College, Columbia University) • Cynthia Johnston Turner (Wilfrid Laurier University) • Carolyn Barber (University of Nebraska-Lincoln) • John Kratus (Independent Scholar) • Vincent C. Bates (Weber State University) • Thomas G. Warner, Jr. (North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University) • Ben Hawkins (Transylvania University) • Thomas A. Regelski (SUNY Fredonia School of Music, Helsinki University of Finland) • Paul Woodford (Western University) • Charles Peltz (New England Conservatory of Music) In the wind band profession—as in every great discipline—it is critical to take stock in the big questions about where we are heading, and why, as we move through the twenty-first century. This thought-provoking book contains seven high-level exchanges between a leading wind band practitioner and a music education philosopher. Each section of The Future of the Wind Band grapples with the most profound issues facing the music education profession and the path of instrumental music education in our schools: Relevance: What relevance, if any, does the wind band have both to today’s students and to culture more broadly in the twenty-first century? What relevance does the band experience hold for students’ everyday life? Repertoire: What is the relationship between the repertoire performed by wind ensembles and the larger musical world? Pedagogy: What constitutes best practice in terms of musical pedagogy and rehearsal technique within the large-ensemble experience? Creativity: Can the wind band function as a vehicle for enhancing the individual creativity of its members? Economic Justice: How do issues of social class and the distribution of wealth relate to broader questions of social justice within the context of instrumental music education? Professional Ethics: What are the primary ethical responsibilities of the wind band conductor? Democratic Citizenship: What relationship, if any, can be drawn between membership in the wind band and citizen participation in democracy? Such exchanges can only strengthen our profession and pay rich dividends in our musical and educational work with the students we serve. Editor of this book, William (Bill) M. Perrine is Associate Professor of Music and Director of Instrumental Activities at Concordia University in Ann Arbor, Michigan, where he directs the wind ensemble, marching band, and community orchestra.

SKU: GI.G-119346

Chronicle of a Cherished Tradition. Composed by Robert E. Foster. Music Education. 230 pages. GIA Publications #119346. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-119346).

ISBN 9781574631562. UPC: 884088908270.

This engaging text presents a comprehensive history of the wind band from its earliest days to today. The author's narrative describes the development of instruments, musicians, composers, conductors, and the music itself, tracing in chronological order, virtually every aspect of the growth of bands that has led to today's outstanding ensembles. A must read for musicians and for those interested in music and history. Click here for a YouTube video on Wind Bands of the World.

SKU: GI.G-317190

A Guide to the Top 100 Works in Grades IV, V, VI. Composed by Chad Nicholson. Music Education. 196 pages. GIA Publications #317190. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-317190).

ISBN 9781574630923. UPC: 884088398736.

The individual selection of quality literature - one of the most important responsibilities facing today's band director - is greatly simplified using this one-of-a kind publication. It is the ultimate tool in concert planning and programming benefiting both entry-level and experienced conductors by compiling all of the information needed for reliable music selection. Assisting conductors recall works they may have heard but not yet conducted, brief incipits of prominent melodic themes are included, as are cost, duration, availability, instrumentation, recordings, publishers, solos, and tips on programming. With hundreds of new works produced each year, this handy survival guide to music selection is a must for the serious wind band conductor. ... a much-needed addition to our profession ... this is a must for every band library! - Ray E. Cramer, Emeritus Director of Bands, Indiana University Click here for a YouTube video on Great Music for Wind Band.

SKU: GI.G-140975

Composed by Frank Battisti, Russ Girsberger, and William Berz. Music Education. Book. 240 pages. GIA Publications #140975. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-140975).

ISBN 9781574631777. UPC: 888680042479.

This sourcebook was created to aid directors and teachers in finding the information they need and expand their general knowledge. The resources were selected from hundreds of published and on-line sources found in journals, magazines, music company catalogs and publications, numerous websites, doctoral dissertations, graduate theses, encyclopedias, various databases, and a great many books. Information was also solicited from outstanding college/university/school wind band directors and instrumental teachers. The information is arranged in four sections: Section 1 - General Resources About Music Section 2 - Specific Resources Section 3 - Use of Literature Section 4 - Library Staffing and Management.

SKU: GI.G-317169

Composed by John Knight. Music Education. 168 pages. GIA Publications #317169. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-317169).

ISBN 9781574630824. UPC: 884088171599.

The Interpretive Wind Band Conductor will help conductors make the creative leap from simply reading notes to insightful musical interpretation. In addition to a long list of topics on conducting and interpretation, it includes in-depth analysis of six masterworks for band, and provides solutions for conducting irregular and non-metrical problems inherent in contemporary music. Thank you for your brilliant interpretive analysis of my 'La Fiesta Mexicana.' It is obvious that you have studied the score very closely and know the music even better than I do! Great advice and insights for the conductor to know for the execution and interpretation of my music. - H. Owen Reed, composer Click here for a YouTube video on The Interpretive Wind Band Conductor.

SKU: GI.G-317147

Composed by Willis Rapp. Music Education. 150 pages. GIA Publications #317147. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-317147).

ISBN 9781574630381. UPC: 073999171471.

With this superb text, Dr. Rapp gives the wind band community both a historical and musical insight into three of its most revered composers. His study of their band works' evolvement through traditional folk music will serve as a fascinating resource, giving both veteran and novice conductors an invaluable understanding of the band repertoire's formative stages.

Concert band

SKU: GI.G-M3MS

Sing Drum and Play. Composed by James Froseth. Band Method. Other Band Methods. Music Education. Full score. 68 pages. GIA Publications #M3MS. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-M3MS).

English.

For the teacher of instrumental music classes, individual differences among students are inevitable. Unfortunately, the lack of flexible materials frequently forces teachers to adopt a quasi-instructional procedure best described as lockstep, where all students in the class rehearse each exercise until the slow members of the class succeed or until the teacher gives up. The Individualized Instructor was designed with the expectation that students are different. With this method, high-, average-, and low-achieving students in a class are able to progress simultaneously at their own rate according to their interest and ability. In addition, the flexibility of the instructional format often allows twelve or more students to perform different musical material simultaneously, thereby eliminating the “follow the leader” approach to music learning. All study materials in the series are musical. Nonmusical exercises are excluded in favor of folk song literature, musical rounds, and musical ensembles. Furthermore, The Individualized Instructor encourages students to think about their music: to analyze unfamiliar material, generalize previously learned concepts and skills, and synthesize all elements into a musically proficient performance. In addition, this series develops many fundamentals (tonality, phrasing, tempo, and musical style) through the use of the singing voice. Singing best provides the “musical” experience that, subsequently, can be applied to the development of musically sensitive instrumental performance. Books 1, 2, and 3 and the supplementary books ensure that these fundamental ideas are carried well beyond the first year of instruction.

(A project piece for developing band). Composed by Jodie Blackshaw. For concert band. Music Education. Sacred. Full Score only. 124 pages. Published by GIA Publications

(A Comprehensive Curriculum for use during Fundementals Time). By Scott Rush / Rich Moon. For conductor's edition. This edition: spiral bound. Band method. High school and middle school bands. Method book. 142 pages. Published by GIA Publications

(Book 1A and 1B). By Richard F. Grunow, Edwin E. Gordon, and Christopher D. Azzara. Band Method. Instructional. CD. Text language: English. Published by GIA Publications

First Lessons at School and Home (book and CD). By James Froseth. Band Method. Instructional Sacred. Book and 3 CDs. Text language: English. 304 pages. Published by GIA Publications.