Ensemble Essentials

Middle School Band Lesson Plan Unit Pack - Texas TEKUndated, fully editable unit lesson plans comply with and list the TEK standards for the state of Texas in each lesson plan. Includes ELPS, unit questions, interventions, formative and summative assessments. Section included for adding unit vocabulary. Pack includes plans for the following grade/course levels: 6th Grade/Beginning Band - 10 UnitsUnit 1: Expectations and a Strong FoundationUnit 2: Breathing, setting an appropriate embouchure and

Ensemble Essentials: History, Theory, Listening and Terms for Young Musicians50 lessons each of Theory, History, Composer Bios, Listening and Terms. Customizable live document file that includes embedded listening and quizzes. JPG versions of all 50 theory assignments, quizzes and tests for ease of insertion into Google Slides and other services where graphic content is often lost. 234 pages. Alphabetical index is delivered separate of document content. Includes full online access to media conte

Fully editable Google Form that walks prospective students through the process of selecting an instrument. Questions are designed to suggest possible matches based on the student's personality and physical characteristics and also to give the band director information vital to guiding a new student toward their first band experience.

Timeline of Wind Band 1870-2016Discussion of the history of wind bands in the United States from 1870. Focus on the conductors, ensembles, composers and major works. 78 pages with bibliography. Excellent starting point for assigning student research reports.

A FUN way to practice your scales!Scales to the World is designed for Middle School and early High School bands. This resource can be used stand alone or with the full ensemble. Each scale is based on the Joy to the World model. Features a review of dotted half note and dotted quarter/eighth note rhythms. Concert Key of C, F, Bb, Eb, Ab, G, D and A. Includes parts for Flute, Oboe/Mallet, Alto/Bari Sax, Tenor Sax, Clarinet/Trumpet, French Horn, Trombone/Euphonium/Bassoon, and Tuba.