In our recent survey, we asked Band Directors Talk Shop readers, “What is the most meaningful piece of "Band Director Advice" you have been given?" With hundreds of responses to the survey, we came up with this categorized list of some of your answers. Thanks so much to all of our readers who took ... Read More about What Is The Most Meaningful Piece of “Band Director Advice” You Have Been Given?
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Whew! What a year! Summer Break is Here! Relax, Reflect & Recharge
Summer break is YOUR time to relax, reflect and recharge. As a band director, are you really ever able to turn off thinking about or planning for your program? Probably not; however, summer break is a great time for self-care, looking back and being inspired. Many directors spend the summer break ... Read More about Whew! What a year! Summer Break is Here! Relax, Reflect & Recharge
Taking the Fear out of the Mystery: An Approach to Sight-Reading at Music Performance Assessment Part 3
Be sure to read Part 1 & Part 2 of this sight-reading series first! The "Process" Most sight-reading events offer a study period before reading a brand-new piece. The amount of time given depends on the grade level and difficulty of the music. What you are allowed to do with your ... Read More about Taking the Fear out of the Mystery: An Approach to Sight-Reading at Music Performance Assessment Part 3
Taking the Fear out of the Mystery Part 2: An Approach to Sight-Reading at Music Performance Assessment
In part 1 of this series, we discussed some of the most important aspects of sight-reading. Namely, quality of sound and playing with musical intent. We also covered how to prepare your band or orchestra during the 1st semester by focusing on rhythmic skill development using the “Rhythm, Keys, and ... Read More about Taking the Fear out of the Mystery Part 2: An Approach to Sight-Reading at Music Performance Assessment
Taking the Fear out of the Mystery – An Approach to Sight-Reading at Music Performance Assessment Part 1
Be sure to check out Part 2 & Part 3 of this sight-reading series! I am always fearful when I am underprepared and don't know what to expect. Knowing what was coming up and then preparing for it was the best way to gain confidence in my performance. This is especially true regarding ... Read More about Taking the Fear out of the Mystery – An Approach to Sight-Reading at Music Performance Assessment Part 1
What Is Your Favorite Time-Saving or Organizational Strategy?
What is your favorite time-saving or organizational strategy?– Readers’ Collaborative Post In our recent survey, we asked Band Directors Talk Shop readers, “What is your favorite time-saving or organizational strategy?" This categorized list of your answers. Thanks so much to all of our readers ... Read More about What Is Your Favorite Time-Saving or Organizational Strategy?
