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THE TUNING TACKLE BOX: Reeling In Your Horn Section’s Intonation

12 Jan

We have chosen a fishing theme for this article not only because it is fun and unique but also because tuning, like fishing, requires patience, appropriate tools, and knowledge of the environment. A successful fisherman/fisherwoman has a well-stocked tackle box and is familiar with all the available ... Read More about THE TUNING TACKLE BOX: Reeling In Your Horn Section’s Intonation

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Timpani Head Change

7 Jan

Changing the heads on your timpani can seem like a daunting and expensive task to complete on top of everything else on your to-do list. This article is designed to aid you in the process of renewing your timpani sound by changing out your heads. You will notice almost immediately the difference in ... Read More about Timpani Head Change

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FREE Music Posters Composer Quotes

24 Dec

Are you looking for some new posters or colors to brighten up your space? Our Composer Quotes Music Posters are FREE, and can be used in many creative ways! Read about a few of them below: With 8 posters available you could spread all 8 around the room for fun decorations, or use them to ... Read More about FREE Music Posters Composer Quotes

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Communicating With Your Administrators: How To Talk So Principals Will Listen

24 Dec

As a former band director, campus administrator, and Director of Performing and Visual Arts for my district, I interacted with a number of administrators on a variety of topics. What I have discovered in my 31 years in education, and now another 10 in the music business world, is that communication ... Read More about Communicating With Your Administrators: How To Talk So Principals Will Listen

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It’s Time to Go Back to the “Non-negotiables”

6 Dec

What are your "non-negotiables?" You know, those key points on which your band program is built? If you're like many, COVID and virtual teaching has created some long-term issues for the students who are in our programs. Where do you start fixing those issues? For me, it was with the ... Read More about It’s Time to Go Back to the “Non-negotiables”

Tips for Teaching Trombone

4 Dec

Tips for Teaching Trombone – Readers’ Collaborative Post  In our recent survey, we asked Band Directors Talk Shop readers, “What is your very best advice for teaching trombone?” With hundreds of responses to the survey, we came up with this categorized list of your answers. Thanks so much to all ... Read More about Tips for Teaching Trombone

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