Description

Standard of Excellence Book 3 builds upon the robust performance-oriented curriculum established in Books 1 and 2. This intermediate-level band method not only enhances students' musical abilities but also immerses them in Western Music History. Through engaging with compositions from the Middle Ages, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and 20th Century, students develop both performance and technical skills within their historical contexts. This comprehensive approach ensures that students receive a well-rounded musical education while progressing towards advanced levels of proficiency on their respective instruments.

The curriculum includes a thorough reinforcement of major and minor key signatures, alongside technique development exercises that encompass scales and various scale-related studies. Additionally, it features advanced rhythm and time signature explorations, detailed trill fingering charts, and extended range fingering charts. Furthermore, the book offers twelve complete band arrangements, including concert-length pieces from various historical periods.