The Beginning Band Fun Book (French Horn)

What Is This Book?
The Beginning Band Fun Book (French Horn) is an elementary-level band method written specifically for young French horn students by experienced elementary band teachers. It uses a clear, uncluttered layout and engaging visuals to make learning the French horn fun and approachable for beginners.

Who Is This Book For?
This book is designed for elementary-age beginning French horn players in their first year of band or private lessons. It works well for students in school band programs as well as children learning at home with a parent or private instructor.

What Makes This Book Easy for Kids to Learn?
The book features extra-large notation so young eyes can easily see each note on the staff. Letter names are printed inside the note heads to support early music reading and reduce frustration. Clear, uncomplicated diagrams and charts show exactly where and how to place fingers, while simplified arrangements and limited material per page help students focus on one concept at a time. Easy-to-read instructions and child-centered illustrations keep kids engaged and confident as they play.

What Music Does the Book Include?
Students learn with a large selection of classic, familiar, and time-tested songs that young musicians love to play. The tunes are carefully arranged at a beginner level so new players can enjoy real melodies while steadily building skills and confidence.

Are There Fun Extras Included?
Yes. Free online audio and video resources support every song in the book. Professionally sequenced play-along MP3 tracks and high-quality play-along videos give students a band-like experience at home. Live playing demonstrations, plus kid-friendly graphics and animation, help keep young learners motivated and excited to practice.

What’s Inside the Book?
Extra-large notation
Letter names inside the note heads
Simplified, beginner-friendly song arrangements
Clear and uncomplicated fingering diagrams and charts
Limited material on each page for better focus
Easy-to-read instructions and sheet music
Child-centered, engaging illustrations
A large selection of classic and time-tested songs
Free online audio and video play-along support

Skills Your Child Will Learn
How to read notes on the staff
Basic rhythms and counting
Proper French horn playing technique
Understanding of melody and harmony
Music theory fundamentals
Creativity and musical expression
Music appreciation and listening skills

How to Use This Book
Parents and teachers can use this book as a primary method for first-year French horn study or as a fun supplement to a traditional band method. Work through the pages in order, pairing each new concept with the corresponding online audio or video play-along. Encourage students to listen to the live demonstrations, then play along with the tracks to build strong practice habits and better tone, rhythm, and confidence.

Learn More Online
Sample pages, audio tracks, and play-along videos are available online through the publisher’s resources. You can also explore related titles by author Larry Newman, founder of Children’s Music Workshop and Music Fun Books, who has written more than 275 instructional books and arrangements for young musicians.

Where to get it
Available now on Amazon.