Book 01
Resonance
A band director uncovers a forgotten manuscript and the story of a student whose voice was silenced before it could fully be heard.
Second Voice Press
Music. Story. People.
Fiction and nonfiction from a band director, educator, and storyteller—for the people making the music, and the communities helping them find their voice.
For musicians at every turning point
Under the Hood
Music Major Myth
Resonance–Fermata
Reading lists, educator resources, visits, and conversations that make room for honest questions about music and the lives around it.
A publishing mission
Stories that play. Truths that stay.
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Books young musicians recognize
The Second Voice Series follows the friendships, losses, risks, and belonging that live around a high school band program.
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Clear-eyed guidance for the next step
Music Major Myth and related educator resources make room for candid, compassionate preparation before music study and beyond.
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Resources that respect the work
Under the Hood and thoughtful educator-facing exploration of AI-enhanced music education support reflection, dialogue, and stronger programs.
Fiction · reading order
The Second Voice Series
An ongoing series set in a high school band program in small-town Pennsylvania—about music, loss, legacy, and the voices that linger long after the final note fades.
Begin with Resonance, continue with Dissonance, and then Cadence. More of the series is in development.
Book 02
Dissonance
Evelyn's story ripples outward as students step into a legacy larger than themselves and a new composer arrives to bring it to life.
Book 03
Cadence
A story of chosen family, second chances, and the quiet courage it takes to belong to something again.
Nonfiction & educator resources
For the questions beneath the notes.
For band directors
Under the Hood
A practical guide to diagnosing, tuning, and rebuilding a band program—with attention to culture, curriculum, recruitment, rehearsal strategy, scheduling, and sustainable work. Its tools and prompts are designed to be copied, adapted, and put to use.
Learn about Under the HoodFor young musicians & families
Music Major Myth
An honest, compassionate guide to the questions students carry into music study: expectations, preparation, and building a sustainable musical life.
In thoughtful exploration
AI-enhanced music education
Adam Nobile is developing educator-facing resources and conversations about using AI-enhanced tools thoughtfully in music learning. Follow the work as it takes shape—without shortcuts, hype, or one-size-fits-all answers.
Request updatesBring it to your program
A reading culture can start with one conversation.
Build an engagement around your students, calendar, and goals. The press works with directors and educators on focused, people-centered ways to bring books and ideas into the life of a program.
Program reading lists
Resonance–Fermata and Music Major Myth selections for program libraries, summer reading, and student discussion.
Educator resources
Guides and conversation starters for directors, teachers, young musicians, and families.
Author visits & Q&As
Readings and candid conversations about fiction, music study, and the experiences behind the work.
School & clinic visits
Flexible visits that connect music, story, reflection, and meaningful next-step questions.
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Give your musicians books and questions worth carrying forward.
Tell us about your students, timing, and hopes for the experience. We’ll be glad to help you find the right starting point.