Reminders for band members:
- PROGRESS TAKES TIME – so be realistic with your expectations! DON’T think you can play like the pros after 2 tries!
- DON’T GIVE UP – when you come to your senses the first point is a reality! It is tough and hard work! Nothing is easy!
- PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE – your ability to progress depends on how hard you are willing to push yourself to practice AT HOME; not when we meet on Saturday.
- IF you are unwilling to practice at home, YOU HAVE NO BUSINESS BEING IN THE BAND! Because you would be wasting everyone’s time.
For those who are starting out or who just want to improve your basics, the following are very helpful resources for learning to play instruments in band.
- Lessons for Beginners (Good reminders)
- Learning the Flute
- Learning the Clarinet
- Learning the Saxophone
- Learning the Trumpet
- Learning the Trombone
- Learning the Percussions (Drums + Keys)
The materials above are the works of Mr. Glynn who owns the copyright to The Basic Band Book and the website basicband.info.