The Real Book for Beginning Elementary Band Students (French Horn – High Octave)

What Is This Book?
The Real Book for Beginning Elementary Band Students (French Horn – High Octave) is a step-by-step beginner method designed to help young students learn to read music with confidence. It includes seventy famous songs that use only six notes, making early learning simple and approachable. The progressive layout supports students as they build foundational skills at their own pace.

Who Is This Book For?
This book is ideal for elementary-aged beginners who are just starting French horn, especially students in their first year of band. It supports young learners who need clear visual guidance and simple, confidence-building music.

What Makes This Book Easy for Kids to Learn?
Children benefit from the extra-large notation, letter names inside the noteheads in the first half of the book, simplified arrangements, and clean page layouts. Limited material per page prevents overwhelm, while diagrams and clear instructions make every concept easy to understand.

What Music Does the Book Include?
The book includes a diverse collection of classic, folk, and time-tested songs that are familiar, enjoyable, and motivating for young musicians. All seventy songs use only six notes, helping beginners master fundamentals without frustration.

Are There Fun Extras Included?
The book focuses on clarity and simplicity rather than bonus activities, but its familiar songs, engaging layout, and student-friendly design keep learning fun and encouraging throughout.

What’s Inside the Book?
Extra-large notation
Letter names inside the noteheads
Simplified arrangements
Clear and uncomplicated diagrams and charts
Limited material per page
Easy-to-read instructions and sheet music
Fun and engaging format
Large selection of classic and time-tested songs

Skills Your Child Will Learn
Music reading
Basic rhythmic concepts
Proper playing technique
Melody and harmony
Group performance
Music theory fundamentals
Creativity and expression
Music appreciation

How to Use This Book
Parents and teachers can use this book as a primary learning resource or as a supplemental method alongside school band instruction. It works well for at-home practice, group classes, or ensemble lessons.

Learn More Online
You can view sample pages, videos, and related titles from the same series on the publisher’s website and through Children’s Music Workshop and Music Fun Books.

Where to get it
Available now on Amazon.