Hal Leonard Essential Elements for Band - French Horn Book 2 represents the latest evolution in band method education. Designed for beginning French horn players, this book combines expertly paced exercises with a rich selection of familiar songs and newly crafted material. Its unison-learning approach helps students build foundational skills while instrument-specific exercises address the unique tonal and technical challenges of the French horn. With over 250 professionally recorded videos and access to Essential Elements Interactive (EEi), this resource provides teachers and students with cutting-edge tools for online learning, assessment, and communication. Carefully arranged content ensures young players develop total musicianship from the earliest stages, making this book a cornerstone for classroom and at-home instruction.

Essential Elements Interactive for Modern Music Education

This book includes free access to EEi, an innovative online platform designed to enhance music education through technology. EEi offers a suite of tools tailored for online teaching and learning, including video tutorials from Essential Elements educators, play-along tracks, and progress tracking for both students and teachers. With new color photography and 50 copyrighted pop songs available across all levels, EEi enriches the learning experience while making practice engaging and interactive. These tools help students refine their technique, stay motivated, and connect with their instructors in meaningful ways, ensuring steady progress and consistent development.