The WINDS Supplemental Training Methods are printed enhancements of the WINDS video series, offering detailed explanations of each issue while defining specific goals and outcomes. An instructor’s guide identifies which class exercises are most applicable to the stated objectives. Designed to work in conjunction with each DVD issue.
Individual tone quality is essential to creating a good band sound, especially in smaller groups. For the ensemble, good unison playing and blend are the first priority, and second is accurate intonation. This clinic presents methods for understanding and producing correct balance and blend of unison and harmony. The DVD and printed method can be purchased at a discount with the "Combination" set listed below. Use of this set is strongly recommended, as all relevant exercises and concepts are fully scored and explained in detail with an emphasis on typical (Western) classroom application.