Sound Innovations for Concert Band: Ensemble Development for Intermediate Concert Band

Sound Innovations for Concert Band: Ensemble Development for Intermediate Concert Band provides supplemental material to help intermediate concert bands develop their ensemble skills. The book combines warm-ups, technical exercises, and chorales that can be incorporated into rehearsals to address the specific needs of a group.

With 412 exercises, including more than 70 chorales, the material covers tone, technique, rhythm, balance, intonation, and musicianship. Exercises are organized by key and offered at a variety of intermediate difficulty levels, giving directors flexibility in selecting material for their ensemble. The book can be used after any band method or alongside performance repertoire.

Features:

• Designed for intermediate concert band
• 412 exercises, including more than 70 chorales
• Warm-ups and technical exercises for tone, technique, and rhythm
• Exercises organized by key and varying levels of difficulty
• Develops balance, intonation, articulation, dynamics, and style
• Chorales support ensemble sound and musicianship
• Can be used after any band method or alongside performance music
• Available for individual band instruments and percussion