Essential Elements, Bk 1, Bari Sax

Essential Elements for Band – Eb Baritone Saxophone Book 1 is the perfect starting point for beginners ready to embark on their saxophone journey. With a clear, progressive curriculum, this method helps students build essential skills from day one, including embouchure, breath control, tone production, and music reading.

The book features an engaging mix of familiar songs and custom exercises designed to reinforce fundamental concepts. Its unison-learning approach allows students to practice solo while developing the ability to perform confidently in ensembles.

Included with this edition is access to Essential Elements Interactive (EEi), a comprehensive digital platform with over 250 professionally recorded videos, interactive assessments, and real-time feedback—making it ideal for both classroom instruction and self-paced home practice.

This method book is an essential resource for band directors, private instructors, and school music programs, and also makes a thoughtful gift for young musicians starting on baritone saxophone. As part of the widely respected Essential Elements series, Book 1 helps students develop total musicianship through structured, enjoyable practice.

• Progressive curriculum for beginners

• Focus on embouchure, breath, tone, and reading music

• Unison-learning approach for solo and group practice

• Access to EEi online platform with videos, assessments, and feedback

• Suitable for classroom, private lessons, or self-study

• Trusted method used nationwide