Sound Innovations for Concert Band - B♭ Clarinet - Book 1

Sound Innovations for Concert Band – B♭ Clarinet, Book 1, Second Edition is the most comprehensive and thoughtfully designed method book for beginning band students. Developed with input from thousands of teachers, it features clean, easy-to-follow page layouts and a well-sequenced progression of skills. Clear goals for each exercise, ample reinforcement of new concepts, performance opportunities, diverse musical styles, and innovative teaching and practice resources make this an exceptional starting point for any young clarinet student. Note names are not included inside the note heads to fast-track musical literacy, and the starting pitch is concert D for easy ranges and fingerings. The book is structured into six short levels with benchmarks, assessment indicators, and intermediate goals to guide both students and teachers.

Every book includes free access to SI Online, a robust supplemental platform featuring worksheets, practice tracks, alternate tunes, full concert band pieces, and instrument-specific instructional videos — all with no login required. Accompaniment tracks can be slowed down, sped up, and looped for difficult passages. Included PDFs cover music theory, history, scale exercises, chorales, rhythm pages, and more for in-class or home use. Book 1, Second Edition is also available for free in MakeMusic Cloud, an interactive practice tool that engages students and streamlines assessment. With a paid subscription, students can access SI CenterStage — featuring popular melodies including Disney and pop tunes for all instruments.

Product Details 

• ISBN: 9780739067253
• UPC: 038081382982
• Width: 9"
• Length: 12"
• Page Count: 48 Pages