Beginner percussion orchestra collection
Orchestra Folio for Percussion
What Is This Book?
Orchestra Folio for Percussion is a collection of elementary orchestra arrangements designed for young percussionists playing with school or youth ensembles. The book is written to fit with string and wind orchestra parts and can also be used with smaller groups, including strings-only or winds-only ensembles. It provides accessible, supportive percussion parts that match the level of developing players. See all 12 of our books in this series on amazon.
Who Is This Book For?
This book is ideal for elementary and early middle school percussion students in their first few years of playing. It works well in school orchestra programs, youth orchestras, and mixed instrumental ensembles where percussion joins strings and winds. Teachers can also use it in private lessons or small-group classes, and it is useful for home learners who play in community or school groups.
What Makes This Book Easy for Kids to Learn?
The percussion parts are written at an elementary level, with clear rhythms and comfortable ranges for young players. Pages are laid out simply to reduce page turns and help students focus on counting and ensemble playing. The pacing of the arrangements is designed so that developing percussionists can feel successful playing along with strings and winds while they build confidence and reading skills.
What Music Does the Book Include?
This collection includes elementary-level orchestra arrangements suitable for concert programs and classroom performance. Pieces are arranged so that percussion can blend musically with string and wind sections in a full orchestra setting. Many arrangements can also be adapted for strings-only or winds-only performances while still using the percussion parts.
Are There Fun Extras Included?
This book includes free online mp3 accompaniment tracks that students can play along with for practice or performance. These audio tracks help young percussionists develop steady rhythm, listening skills, and ensemble awareness while rehearsing at home or in class.
What’s Inside the Book?
Elementary percussion parts matched to orchestra arrangements
Pieces coordinated with string and wind orchestra parts
Flexible scoring for full orchestra, strings-only, or winds-only groups
Clear, readable notation for young percussion students
Rhythmically accessible parts suited to early-level players
Free online mp3 accompaniment tracks for practice and performance
Skills Your Child Will Learn
Steady beat and basic rhythm reading
Playing in time with an ensemble
Listening and blending with strings and winds
Following a conductor in an orchestra setting
Reading percussion notation with confidence
Developing musicality in orchestral percussion parts
How to Use This Book
Teachers can use this book as a core resource when adding percussion to elementary orchestra rehearsals and concerts. Students can practice their parts at home by playing along with the free online mp3 accompaniment tracks to improve timing and ensemble skills. The arrangements can be programmed in school concerts, youth orchestra performances, and small ensemble settings, with flexible options for full orchestra, strings-only, or winds-only groups while still including percussion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this book be used without a full orchestra?
Yes. Many arrangements can be played with strings-only or winds-only groups while still using the percussion parts effectively.
Are the percussion parts suitable for beginners?
Yes. The parts are written at an elementary level, with rhythms and notation designed for students in their first few years of playing.
Do I need a CD to use the audio tracks?
No. The book includes free online mp3 accompaniment tracks that can be streamed or downloaded.
Is this book only for school programs?
No. It works well in school orchestras, youth orchestras, community groups, private studios, and home-learning situations where percussion plays with strings and winds.
What percussion instruments are used in the arrangements?
The parts are designed for common school percussion instruments, allowing easy use in most elementary and middle school music programs.
Learn More
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Where to get it
Available now on Amazon.