The new Yamaha Educator Series CD-ROM focuses on Yamaha Artists' first-hand knowledge of current performance trends for wind and percussion musicians. The artists on the CD-ROM offer a wealth of useful insight that will benefit music educators and their students. The all-encompassing CD-ROM provides alternative ways of teaching, practice tips, advice on technique, and fundamentals of different wind and percussion instruments.

Some of the percussionists who wrote articles aimed at making music programs more successful include James Campbell, Ney Rosauro, and Stanley Leonard. Wind artists who also offered their advice include Skip Gray, Mimi Stillman, and Denis Diblasio.

These artists are just a few who shared tips and experiences gained from their years on the road and teaching. Topics on the Educator Series CD-ROM range from "Marching Percussion Instrumentation" to "Instant Help for Your Saxophone Section," and from "Understanding the Mystery of the Timpani" to "Steps for Better Tuba Playing."

The CD-ROM's format is easily accessible and well-organized. The information is practical, straightforward, and relevant to what music teachers encounter every day on the job and in their careers.

To obtain your copy of the new Yamaha Educator Series CD-ROM, send your request to Linda Hayes at lhaynes@yamaha.com.