A & B sections on each page

If the student is playing a harmony part in the A section of the page then they will have the melody in the B section.

These melodies often match the key of the A section and can be added to the band parts at the discretion of the teacher. This allows better balance of your individual bands as there is always a unique mix of abilities and instruments for each year. It also allows those students who are up for a bit of a challenge to excel as the B section is generally graded just slightly harder than the A section.

This melody will often also match transposition with My Favourite Tutor Book Piano Accompaniment. This is indicated with the piano symbol. This accompaniment is written in a contemporary style by Graeme Vendy and provides a backing that is both musically interesting and supportive. Having accompaniment available allows the students to also use this book in lessons, for assessments and for concerts.

If an instrument has the melody in the A section (band parts) there is an exercise written in the B section that relates to any issues that are introduced within this melody. This means tricky passages and also particular rhythms. Each of these exercises are progressive and also match in transposition with other members of the band. This makes them perfect for working with certain sections in full band or sectional rehearsals, and also makes this book useful as a personal tutor that can be used in lessons.