Music for the Elementary Student Musician
Music Books That Keep Young Musicians Playing
Music Fun Books publishes clear, engaging music methods, song books, duets, trios, and arrangements for elementary-age students, parents, private teachers, and school music programs.
From piano, guitar, ukulele, and recorder to strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, band, and orchestra, our books are designed to help beginners build confidence and enjoy making music.
Music Education in Action
Practical music books and teaching materials created for real students, real teachers, and real classrooms.
What Music Fun Books Publishes
Our catalog is built around practical, student-friendly materials that teachers and parents can use right away.
Beginning Method Books
Step-by-step books for students just starting piano, guitar, ukulele, recorder, strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion.
Songs, Solos & Ensembles
Song books, classical themes, duets, trios, seasonal collections, and fun music that keeps students motivated.
Band & Orchestra Materials
Arrangements and classroom-friendly resources for school music programs, elementary ensembles, and young performers.
Larry E. Newman
Founder of Music Fun Books
Music educator, author, and arranger
Created by a Music Teacher for Real Students
Music Fun Books was founded by Larry E. Newman, a nationally recognized music educator with decades of experience teaching young musicians. The goal is simple: create music books that are clear, engaging, and genuinely useful for beginning students and the teachers who guide them.
Many Music Fun Books include professionally produced audio recordings or instructional videos, helping students hear, see, and understand the music they are learning.
Larry has been honored by the Los Angeles City Council for his contributions to music education and is the winner of five Los Angeles Area Emmy Awards for elementary music broadcasts from UCLA’s Schoenberg Concert Hall.
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Browse popular Music Fun Books categories for young players, private lessons, classrooms, band, orchestra, and at-home learning.
Trusted by Teachers, Parents & Young Musicians
Music Fun Books are used by music educators, parents, and students in school programs, private lessons, and home learning.
Ready to Find the Right Music Book?
Browse Music Fun Books on Amazon, download free samples, or explore the full catalog to find beginner-friendly materials for your student or music program.