The Real Book for Beginning Elementary Band Students (Tuba)

What Is This Book?
The Real Book for Beginning Elementary Band Students (Tuba) is a beginner-friendly method book designed to help young tuba players learn to read music with ease. Featuring seventy famous songs that use only six notes, it offers a simple, confidence-building introduction to playing. This book is ideal for new musicians who need clear instruction and an accessible learning path.

Who Is This Book For?
This book is perfect for elementary-age beginners, first-year tuba students, and young band learners who benefit from large notation, visual aids, and gradual skill progression.

What Makes This Book Easy for Kids to Learn?
Children learn faster thanks to extra-large notation, letter names inside the noteheads, simplified arrangements, and easy diagrams. The limited material on each page keeps students focused without feeling overwhelmed. Clear instructions and uncluttered layouts make every page kid-friendly.

What Music Does the Book Include?
Students play seventy well-known and time-tested songs, including folk tunes, children’s melodies, and familiar classics. These recognizable pieces keep practice enjoyable and motivating.

Are There Fun Extras Included?
This edition centers on clear instruction and kid-friendly music reading. (It does not include coloring pages, games, online videos, or MP3s.)

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 skills
Music theory fundamentals
Creativity and expression
Music appreciation

How to Use This Book
Parents and teachers can use this book as a primary beginner method or as a supplement to school band lessons. It works well for home practice, classroom learning, individual study, or ensemble playing alongside other instrument editions.

Learn More Online
Visit Children’s Music Workshop or Music Fun Books online to preview sample pages, browse related beginner band books, and explore matching editions for full ensemble use.

Where to get it
Available now on Amazon.