It's about Time: A Step-By-Step Guide for Understanding Basic Rhythms

(Instructional). Designed for band, choir, orchestras or private study, this book teaches how to read basic rhythms from the printed page. This practical, daily step-by-step guide is suitable for all instruments and levels of musical abilities. It clearly explains: beats, time signatures and tempo; note shapes and their time values; and ties, rests and dots. Other topics covered include: musical tips and terms; sight reading; practice exercises in 2/2, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4 and 6/8 time; sample songs in different keys, meters, and tempo.