Music Method Books

Sound innovations

At Peterson Middle School, we use Sound Innovations to guide student learning with targeted exercises.

We can provide these books from our library at no cost, but we strongly encourage students and families to consider purchasing a copy of their own for their own use.

These recommended books are used for all 3 years students are at Peterson and in the music program!

SI Book 1 - Orchestra

This method book establishes essential foundational skills for beginning string players through a clear, clean layout and a well-sequenced curriculum. We recommend Book 1 so students can build proper bow technique, posture, and note-reading skills alongside instructional videos and streaming practice tracks. Using this text daily at home reinforces classroom instruction and ensures young string players form correct playing habits from day one.

NOTE: If purchasing for yourself, please make sure you've selected the correct book for your child's assigned instrument.

Orchestra: Alfred Music Store on Amazon

SI Book 2 - Orchestra

Designed to build upon the fundamentals of the first year, Book 2 helps intermediate string players advance into new keys, more complex rhythms, and higher playing positions. We suggest students use this book to isolate challenging techniques, refine their tone production, and expand their technical facility. It serves as a bridge to standard string literature, giving students the tools to navigate more demanding ensemble repertoire with confidence.

NOTE: If purchasing for yourself, please make sure you've selected the correct book for your child's assigned instrument.

Orchestra: Alfred Music Store on Amazon

SI book 1 - Band

Book 1 offers beginning wind and percussion students a structured, easy-to-follow guide for producing their first notes and learning basic music notation. We recommend this book to guide home practice with clear exercises, audio accompaniments, and video masterclasses tailored to their specific instrument. Students will use it to master fundamental brass, woodwind, or percussion techniques while building confidence for group rehearsals.

NOTE: If purchasing for yourself, please make sure you've selected the correct book for your child's assigned instrument.

Concert Band: Alfred Music Store on Amazon

SI Book 2 - Band

Continuing the musical journey, Book 2 introduces intermediate band concepts like advanced articulation, broader pitch ranges, and full ensemble balance. We advise advancing band students to work through this book to systematically isolate difficult concepts and improve their rhythmic independence. Regular practice with these exercises ensures students continue to grow as both strong solo performers and dependable ensemble players.

NOTE: If purchasing for yourself, please make sure you've selected the correct book for your child's assigned instrument.

Concert Band: Alfred Music Store on Amazon

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