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Back-to-School Music Books for Young Musicians

Find beginning music books, free samples, practice support, and educator resources—all in one cheerful place.

Created by music educator Larry Newman.

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Shop by instrument or program

Choose a family of books to see methods, solos, ensembles, and supplemental materials.

Try before you choose

Download free sample pages

Preview notation size, lesson pacing, songs, and student-friendly layouts before selecting books for your child, studio, or school program.

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More than a book

Free practice support keeps students playing

Use companion audio and video to make home practice easier, more musical, and more independent.

Beginning Band

Play-along tracks and instrument videos for elementary band students.

Band Audio & Video

Violin

Video lessons and audio support for beginning violin books and songs.

Violin Support

Piano

Free step-by-step lessons that demonstrate each song clearly.

Piano Lessons

Guitar & Ukulele

Friendly demonstration videos for chords, notes, songs, and technique.

Guitar Videos

For music teachers and school programs

Build a stronger beginning music program

Preview materials, explore educator pricing, discover teaching ideas, and find classroom-ready books created from more than 40 years of elementary music teaching.

  • Books for elementary band, orchestra, recorder, piano, guitar, and ukulele
  • Free samples to help teachers compare materials
  • Discount and wholesale options for qualifying orders
  • Daily ideas and resources in Larry’s Music Teacher Lounge

Made for real students and teachers

Why families and educators choose Music Fun Books

40+

Years Teaching

Materials shaped by decades of hands-on elementary music education.

400+

Music Books

A deep catalog for beginning players, ensembles, and growing programs.

Emmy Award Winner

Created by educator, author, and Emmy Award-winning producer Larry Newman.

Kid-Friendly

Clear notation, manageable steps, and music that helps beginners feel successful.

Ready for a musical school year?

Help a young musician start strong.

Explore beginning books, download free samples, and find the right support for every first note.

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