Resources and What to practice:

  • Band Method Book: Tradition of Excellence Book 1

        Tradition of Excellence Book 2
     
    Students should practice reading music notation. Name the notes while playing.
    Warm-up on scales and scale songs.
    Always play with your best sound.
    Tap your foot to keep a steady beat.
    Play the song until you have it right, take your time.
     
    For free on-line music lessons:    Utube,  search easy (guitar, drum) lessons
    Look for your favorite song. 
               guitarguru.com
     
    For free sheet music:  Chordie.com
     
     To buy music:Sheetmusicplus.com
    musicnotes.com
     
    To buy an instrument:  Check for sales on line:   Musiciansfriend.com 
       taylormusic.com
    Try out a new or used instrument at a local store:  Music City, Guitar Center, Twin Village, Northtown Music