Ensemble Development for Young Concert Band

Teachers keep coming back to the trumpet, clarinet, and trombone/baritone/bassoon books in this series—they're the workhorses of young band programs. The individualized approach means your trumpet players work through material specifically calibrated to their instrument, rather than struggling with generic exercises. Every section book in this collection follows the same pedagogical logic, making it straightforward to implement across your entire ensemble.

Peter Boonshaft is recognized as one of the most influential voices in music education today. He's the Director of Education for Jupiter Band Instruments and was the first recipient of the National Association for Music Education's George M. Parks Award for Leadership in Music Education. His Sound Innovations trumpet book is the most widely adopted title in this collection, and his work consistently prioritizes the balance between individual technique and ensemble development.

Chris Bernotas co-authors this entire series with Boonshaft, bringing a collaborative approach to band method writing that has proven effective in classrooms across the country.