Method Books

Bruce Pearson's method books are designed in series to move your student's from the beginning to advanced instrumental instruction. There are two band series to utilize for your teaching curriculum; Standard of Excellence and Best in Class. These series provide a performance-centered approach to all major aspects of music education.

The Standard of Excellence series meets and exceeds all of the Grade 5-8 National Standards for Arts Education. There are two versions of the Standard of Excellence Series, the original and the ENHANCED. The Standard of Excellence ENHANCED Comprehensive Band Method features accompaniment CDs and the iPAS Practice and Assessment Software. This interactive software enriches your assessment options by providing immediate feedback during practice on note correctness, rhythmic and pitch accuracy and note duration.

Additionally, method books are available for Jazz Ensemble and Recorder instruction. The Standard of Excellence Comprehensive Band Method Recorder Excellence book also uses the iPAS interactive software!