Publisher's Synopsis
The Band Teacher's Assistant, also known as the Complete and Progressive Band Instructor, is a comprehensive guide to teaching band music that was originally published in 1888. The book was written by Arthur A. Clappe, a noted music educator of the time. The Band Teacher's Assistant is designed to provide a thorough understanding of the rudiments of music, including notes, scales, and chords. It is written in a clear and concise style, making it easy for both students and teachers to understand. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of music education.The first section of the book covers the basics of music theory, including the staff, clefs, and note values. The second section focuses on wind instruments, including the flute, clarinet, and saxophone. The third section covers brass instruments, such as the trumpet, trombone, and tuba. The fourth section is dedicated to percussion instruments, including the snare drum, bass drum, and cymbals.Throughout the book, Clappe provides detailed instructions on how to play each instrument, including fingerings, breath control, and proper technique. He also includes a variety of exercises and songs to help students develop their skills.The Band Teacher's Assistant is a valuable resource for any music educator, whether they are teaching a school band or a private lesson. It provides a comprehensive guide to music education that is still relevant today, more than 130 years after its initial publication.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
