Original series (purple cover) (B.C. in C) The book that started the Essential Elements Band Method features music history right in the book, band arrangements, Dr. Tim parent letter, quizzes, and a rhythm-based sequence. Effective pedagogy, a logical sequence of skills, innovative parental communication tools, multicultural songs, duets and full band arrangements, and much more, create a method designed to help kids succeed. Authors: Tom C. Rhodes, Donald Bierschenk, Tim Lautzenheiser