Accent on Achievement is a revolutionary, best-selling band method that will excite and stimulate your students through full-color pages and the most complete collection of classics and world music in any band method. The comprehensive review cycle in books 1 & 2 will ensure that students remember what they learn and progress quickly. Also included are rhythm and rest exercises, chorales, scale exercises, and 11 full band arrangements among the first two books. Book 3 includes progressive technical, rhythmic studies and chorales in all 12 major and minor keys. Also included are 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. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
Dear band student:
Congratulations on completing the first book of Accent on Achievement. You have already learned a great deal and are well on your way to becoming an accomplished musician. Book 2 will take you even further on this journey. You will play more great music by composers you've already studied, plus 14 new composers. In addition, you'll play rock, jazz, Latin and ragtime pieces, along with fantastic folk songs from around the world. Practice diligently , and you are sure to do great things in the fascinating world of music.
