The document, part of a series of committee reports relating to school band performance, organization, and equipment needs, provides a comparative analysis of elementary band methods and instructional materials. The major objective of the report is to provide assistance to band directors as they select materials and methods suitable to their own and their students' needs. For each of the 20 methods and instructional materials, information is given on title, author, publisher, and major objective. One table is devoted to comparative analysis of the conductors' books produced by the 20 publishers. Twelve tables present information checklists on students' books in these areas: general information; rehearsal aids; the instrument and embouchure; scales and arpeggios; range development; rhythm development; rhythm; materials included; specialized exercises; supplementary materials; creativity; review and testing; photos; fingering charts; double notes; rehearsal letters; information on how to assemble, tune, and care for an instrument; program materials; solo materials; full band materials; review lessons; and extra credit. (Author/DB)