Alfred's Accent on Achievement - Eb Alto Saxophone Book 1
Accent on Achievement is a revolutionary, best-selling band method that excites and stimulates students through full-color pages and the most complete collection of classics and world music in any band method. Book 1 introduces alto saxophone students to the foundational skills they'll build on throughout the series.
Product Overview
The comprehensive review cycle across Books 1 and 2 ensures that students remember what they learn and progress quickly. Also included are rhythm and rest exercises, chorales, scale exercises, and 11 full band arrangements between the first two books. Students who continue to Book 3 will encounter progressive technical and rhythmic studies, chorales in all 12 major and minor keys, and lip slur exercises for increasing brass instrument range and flexibility. Accent on Achievement meets and exceeds the USA National Standards for music education, grades five through eight.
Ideal For
- Beginning alto saxophone students starting their band method education
- Band directors seeking a standards-aligned, comprehensive method series
- Students building foundational rhythm, scale, and ensemble skills
- Schools looking for a method that grows with students across multiple book levels
Key Features
Full-Color, Standards-Aligned Method
Engaging full-color pages combine with a comprehensive collection of classics and world music, meeting and exceeding USA National Standards for grades five through eight.
Comprehensive Review Cycle
Built-in review across Books 1 and 2 ensures students retain what they learn and progress quickly.
Foundational Skill Building
Includes rhythm and rest exercises, chorales, scale exercises, and full band arrangements to develop well-rounded musicianship from the start.
Progressive Series Structure
Sets students up for continued growth into Book 2 and Book 3, which introduce more advanced technical, rhythmic, and range-building studies.
BP C4.5
