Chromacraze was the hit of Band Directors Workshop this year. We had many requests to make the entire packet available - so here you go! Download the entire Chromacraze packet here. Chromacraze Quartet (teach in 4 measure chunks) 1st part – chromatic scale in 1 octave (up, then down) 2nd part ... Read More about Chromacraze – a Fun Way to Practice the Chromatic Scale
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Play it again…in all 12 keys!
As students move up in band programs, it is vital they continue to develop their technical skills and ability to read and perform music outside the common keys of Bb, Eb, and F. Many band programs have curricular goals that students learn and perform scales in all 12 keys. While this might be a ... Read More about Play it again…in all 12 keys!
Creating Your Ultimate Concert Cycle Roadmap
The life of a band director is incredible; there is nothing quite like it. Every week seems like the craziest week of your career until you finally perform that concert… and then you are already behind on the next one! How do you keep the bigger picture in mind while ensuring that you address the ... Read More about Creating Your Ultimate Concert Cycle Roadmap
6 Band Director Sub Plans to Have Ready-to-Go
Band directors know that good subs who have a music education background are hard to come by. Having a quality sub plan that even a non-music educator can implement is an important part of a band director’s toolbox. Of course, we prefer that our students play their instruments when we are out, but ... Read More about 6 Band Director Sub Plans to Have Ready-to-Go
What Have You Learned That Has Helped You Teach Beginning Percussion?
What have you learned that has really helped you teach beginning percussion?– Readers’ Collaborative Post In our recent survey, we asked Band Directors Talk Shop readers, “If you are a non-percussionist (or a percussionist speaking to a non-percussionist director), what have you learned that has ... Read More about What Have You Learned That Has Helped You Teach Beginning Percussion?
Plant in the Fall, Harvest in the Spring: Creating Superior High School Non-Varsity Bands
When working with a non-varsity band at the high school level, it is important to consider a full-year curriculum. Don’t wait to get down to the details! Planning ahead will help you have more successful student performances and ensure your students are comfortable with the following: Program ... Read More about Plant in the Fall, Harvest in the Spring: Creating Superior High School Non-Varsity Bands