Format : Sheet music
SKU: GI.G-317000
ISBN 9781574630039. UPC: 073999657982.
A source book of original graduated reading studies for band/orchestra placement, grading, sight reading, regional/state auditions, teacher training classes and supplementary lesson material. Contains a wide variety of meters, keys, dynamics, tempi and rhythms. An evaluation chart for each instrument is included. Click here for a YouTube video on Audition Etudes.
SKU: GI.G-10597
ISBN 9781574635409.
At 19 years old, Saul Goodman became timpanist with the New York Philharmonic Orchestra under renowned conductor Arturo Toscanini. Forty-six years later, he retired as one of the most celebrated orchestral musicians of all time. During his illustrious career as composer, inventor, and timpanist, he performed on over 1,000 recordings, placed his students in the world’s major symphony orchestras, and set standards in percussion performance and pedagogy that remain in place to this day. His memoirs, and those of his students, trace his musical development and take the reader on a voyage of his unique experiences during the greatest era of the American symphony orchestras. His incredible legacy as a performer and a teacher is unrivaled in the history of percussion, and perhaps any other instrument as well. The list of his students reads like a ‘who’s who’ of our world. —Daniel Druckman, New York Philharmonic He was one of the greatest artists of all times. He was an inspiration to me, not only as a student, but throughout my professional career. —Vic Firth, Boston Symphony Orchestra Saul often said that his teachers were Toscanini, Monteux, Reiner, Stokowski, and Bruno Walter. He was the greatest player in the era of stars throughout the symphonic world. The sheer numbers of concerts, recordings, and TV that he played is staggering. —Morris Lang, New York Philharmonic Saul Goodman was a brilliant orchestral musician who just happened to play the timpani. His style, musicianship and strong personality were a tremendous influence on those with whom he worked. —James Rago, Louisville Orchestra Review from Percussive Notes Magazine This treasure of a book tells the story from the man himself: Saul Goodman, one of the most celebrated orchestral musicians, timpanists, and percussion teachers to ever live. Through a combination of Goodman’s own writing, as well as contributions from a variety of others who knew, studied, and worked with him, this 106-page book is informative for students and enjoyable for general music enthusiasts. The book is constructed in two parts — the first being a previously unpublished memoir written by Goodman during his lifetime (he died in 1996) and edited by Anthony Cirone, and the second consisting of reflections from students and colleagues, an interview with Goodman conducted by Rick Mattingly in 1981, a Percussive Notes article published shortly after this death, and an overview of his recording history. The book also contains several pages of pictures from throughout his career. The first part, written by Goodman, contains five chapters: Beginnings, Carnegie Hall, The Business of Modern Orchestra, Toscanini, and On Recording. While he discusses many percussion-specific things, such as lessons with Alfred Friese, Goodman spends just as much, if not more, time talking about the general orchestral culture of the time and how it evolved during his 46 years in the New York Philharmonic. This includes reflections on conductors, management, recording, and the audition process. The second part proves just as valuable, with first-hand stories from those who knew him. These range from acknowledgments of Goodman’s excellence in performing and instruments making to heartfelt and sometimes humorous anecdotes relating to his teaching. This book will undoubtedly be appreciated by all orchestral percussion and classical music performers, students, conductors, and teachers, as well as the general concert-going public. It is a rare first-hand look into the life and career of a world-class artist and teacher. — Jason Baker Percussive Notes, February 2022.
SKU: GI.G-10345
ISBN 9781574635294.
Written for drumline instructors, arrangers, and performers at all levels, Drumline Gold reveals the philosophies, lessons, and mindsets of over 20 of the most brilliant, creative, and successful game-changers in the marching percussion activity. Top educators in DCI, WGI, PAS, college, and high school share their systems on leading, practicing, rehearsing, listening, cleaning, performing, arranging, competing, auditioning, reading, marching, tuning, recruiting, staffing, and building an excellent culture. There is even a system on self-care and the importance of wearing earplugs, preventing injury, and managing stress. Learn more about this new resource in the informational video below: WOW, I’m so impressed with the information gathered in this book. This is a must-have for all marching percussion instructors and performers, young and old. —Tom Aungst   Dartmouth High School, The Cadets, DCI, WGI, and World Drum Corps Hall of Fame Drumline Gold is a terrific collection of shared principals, fundamental to leading, building and elevating any program, as well as underscoring life skills that transcend the marching arts. —Julie Davila   Middle Tennessee State University and WGI Hall of Fame A must-read for students and members of any drumline in that it provides insight into how these leading educators think and what they expect. BRAVO, Paul, and thank you. —Dennis DeLucia   DCI, WGI, and PAS Hall of Fame A thought-provoking resource for students and educators of all backgrounds and experience levels. This is a must-read addition to anyone’s library. —Thom Hannum   University of Massachusetts, Carolina Crown,   and DCI and World Drum Corps Hall of Fame No matter your position, or where you are in your career—if you are a student of the game, this book is well worth your time! —Jeff Queen   District Manager for Yamaha’s School Service Sales Division   Former percussion director with Carmel and Avon High Schools  This book should be in the hands of all drumline teachers, whether this is their first year or their fiftieth. The information provided is valuable for everyone. It will make you think hard about your drumline culture and your approach, and it will most likely help to bring about positive changes to your ensemble. —Josh Armstrong Percussive Arts Society  .
SKU: GI.G-291822
ISBN 9781574634921. UPC: 888680928315.
This nuts-and-bolts collection of essential concepts for successful ensemble directors, like the author's The Pursuit of Excellence: A Band Director's Guide to Success, is comprised of short, easy-to-read chapters. The book's multiple sections focus on musical excellence, professional excellence, auditioning, domestic and international travel and inspirational quotes. The author, a highly successful high school band director for 37 years, addresses a wide variety of topics including: ensemble balance · commissioning · preventing teacher burnout · breathing and tone production · organization · 100+ life skills learned or reinforced through instrumental music · managing multiple levels in ensemble classes · teaching instrumentalists to sing · fundraising and keeping track of funds · an easy approach to sight reading · practicing · programming suggestions · the value of silence in music · developing the percussion section · ten common mistakes to avoid at assessment · establishing and maintaining trust.
SKU: GI.G-10047
ISBN 9781622774043.
First published in 1984, The System–Marching Band Methods is the quintessential marching band instruction textbook for music directors, drum majors, section leaders, colorguard, college music majors, and students. It covers all the methods for building, improving, and maintaining an outstanding marching band program. The book is co-authored by other recognized university and high school band directors, and specialists in various fields of music education. Over the years, the book has undergone many editions. The 2019 Edition has a revamped design and contains contemporary revisions to the Leadership, Drill Design, and rewritten Marching Percussion chapters, including replaced exercises. Register your book at MarchingBandSystem.com to download PDF documents of forms and resources that you are permitted to print and distribute in rehearsals and auditions. Gary E. Smith’s  prolific achievements and career reputation in music education has earned him one of the highest honors of serving as president of the American Band Masters Association (ABA) for 2018.