This beginning band resource provides a framework for the first 2 years of band instruction. This easy, no-prep resource for teachers includes: Year 1 Benchmarks Year 1 month-by-month Pacing Guide Year 1 chart for benchmark ranges by instrument Year 1 pacing guide for note introduction by instrument Year 2 Benchmarks Year 2 month-by-month Pacing Guide Year 2 chart for benchmark ranges by instrument Year 2 pacing guide for note introduction by instrument Editable templates for all of the above Related resources: Beginning Band Quiz Beginning Band Toolkit | Year 1 (((this pacing guide is included in the toolkit resource))) Beginning Band BUNDLE | First 5 Notes Flash Cards and Fingering Charts Beginning Band BUNDLE | First Octave Flash Cards and Fingering Charts