Every day that we teach, we want our students to become better musicians. One of the best ways to do that is to evaluate band students consistently and frequently. In larger classes of students with multiple instruments, it can be a great challenge to listen to individual students daily or on a ... Read More about Teaching Strategies to Evaluate Band Students
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Connect 4 – Beginning Band Games – Finish Strong – Motivate until the last day of school
More beginning band games? Yes, please! If you don’t have a Connect 4 game, ask the kids to bring one. I bet one of them has one at home. An alternate option is to play tic-tac-toe on the front board. Start this game right at the beginning of class to be sure you have time to finish. The winner ... Read More about Connect 4 – Beginning Band Games – Finish Strong – Motivate until the last day of school
“Bring a Parent to Band” Day
What is a “Bring a Parent to Band” Day? Kind of a reverse “Bring a child to work" day Takes place in your normal classroom during normal class time Parents (and teachers/administrators) are invited to observe the students in their normal setting Instead of preparing a finished ... Read More about “Bring a Parent to Band” Day
I’m Sorry I’m a Mean Band Director – Free Graphic
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Practice for the Developing Trumpet Player
As a developing trumpet player, knowing what to practice can be a daunting task. Daily practice is important for all musicians, but more so for a young player just starting out. One must be careful to practice with proper technique and be cognizant not to develop bad habits. The embouchure is made ... Read More about Practice for the Developing Trumpet Player
Get Kids to Go to Band Camp with a Band Camp Launch Day!
This article contains ideas about how to increase the number of students you have attending band camp this year. You must educate parents and students about what is available to them over the summer. A band camp “Launch Day” is a great way to do that. *Be sure of your district rules about ... Read More about Get Kids to Go to Band Camp with a Band Camp Launch Day!