Let’s face it—getting middle schoolers excited about music history can be... a challenge. You know the value of teaching your students where music came from—how blues laid the groundwork for rock, or how hip-hop grew from spoken word poetry and street beats. But explaining that in a way that ... Read More about A Fresh Way to Teach American Music Genres!
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Trends in Professional Concert Attire
Concert attire is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by the growing recognition that outdated dress codes often fail to meet the practical needs of musicians. For decades, performers have struggled to balance the demands of formality, comfort, and functionality, with many resigning ... Read More about Trends in Professional Concert Attire
Sentiments To Share With Your Band More Often (Collaborative)
In a recent Facebook Post, we asked our Band Directors Talk Shop readers to share sentiments and rehearsal quotes that they've found helpful with their bands. We received so many great responses and organized them into these categorized lists. Thanks so much to all of our BDTS Facebook Members who ... Read More about Sentiments To Share With Your Band More Often (Collaborative)
Band Directors Workshop – Registration is OPEN!
Registration for 2025 Band Directors Workshop is open! July 6-12 in Canyon, TX at West Texas A&M University Coincides with their HUGE Band Camp! (1000 students, 100 faculty) All day observations of student rehearsals, director clinics and directors band Concerts & social ... Read More about Band Directors Workshop – Registration is OPEN!
Keys to Elevating the Small School Band Program
Teaching music in small schools affords unique opportunities and benefits, while also presenting specific challenges. In February 2023, the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) initiated a new task force to support and serve its small school educators. The Small School Initiative Task ... Read More about Keys to Elevating the Small School Band Program
The Art Of Overcoming Band Trip Issues
If you’ve ever thought about taking your band on a trip, you’ve probably imagined epic performances, your students making core memories, and the pride of representing your school in a new place. But let’s be real: band trips don’t always go as planned. Flights get delayed, weather rolls in, and ... Read More about The Art Of Overcoming Band Trip Issues
