Grover C Yaus Sheet Music
About this collection
Grover C Yaus Sheet Music
Grover C. Yaus created practical, focused exercises for concert band musicians across all instruments. This collection of 33 titles centers on the 101 Rhythmic Rest Patterns series, which isolates a single technical challenge: how to count and hold rests accurately while the ensemble moves forward. Band directors use these books to drill rhythm fundamentals without the complexity of full method books. Each instrument part stands alone, so you buy only what your section needs.
Who it's for
- Concert band directors targeting specific rhythm trouble spots
- Section leaders working with students who struggle with rests
- Private instructors reinforcing counting and rest accuracy
What's inside
- 101 Rhythmic Rest Patterns series across 8+ instruments (cornet, clarinet, flute, saxophone, drum, trombone, oboe, baritone/bassoon)
- Individual instrument books, shipped physical copies
- 33 titles total by Grover C. Yaus and Roy M. Miller
Things to consider
The 101 Rhythmic Rest Patterns books work best when you assign them by section, not the whole band. Identify which instruments or players miscount rests in rehearsal, then order those specific parts. These are drills, not performance material, so expect short daily assignments over several weeks.