Description
The most complete intonation resource for band directors! This book contains everything a music educator requires to approach fine-tuning intonation with their ensemble: learn the origin of our pitch tuning standard • understand when to apply equal tempered vs. just tempered tuning • calculate the proper harmonic ratios for fine-tuning chords • identify the best tuning notes for each instrument • 14 steps for tuning chords • properly tune brass slides • improve your knowledge with over 70 tuning truths and myths. In addition to the above content, this resource includes intonation charts for tracking personal progress, along with extensively researched color-coded fingering charts for every instrument providing pitch tendencies and suggestions for alternate fingerings.