If you have students living in poverty - and there are many different types of poverty (see below) - this is a must read post! This covers many problems AND proposes solutions! If this article is a good fit for you, be sure to order the book and read it cover to cover! Teaching With Poverty in ... Read More about Teaching With Poverty in Mind
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Key Chant (Fun Way to Teach Key Signature)
Looking for a FUN way to teach key signature? We all know that kids (and adults) remember things better when they are set to music - or rhythm. The key chant is just that - key signature information set to a basic chant rhythm. Yes, the Key Chant is ROTE teaching. Just because they can say it ... Read More about Key Chant (Fun Way to Teach Key Signature)
Learning to Play the Flute in Tune (Part 2)
This is the continuation of a handout "Learning to Play the Flute in Tune" by Mrs. Barbara Lambrecht. Be sure you read Part 1 here - Reasons for flute tuning problems and general ways to approach improving flute tuning. Here are some suggestions to help you correct tuning problems. Volume ... Read More about Learning to Play the Flute in Tune (Part 2)
Learning to Play the Flute in Tune (Part 1)
This is Part 1 of a handout "Learning to Play the Flute in Tune" by Mrs. Barbara Lambrecht. Part 2 is posted here. Inexperienced flutists should learn the basic elements of good individual and group intonation as soon as they can play a centered tone. In the beginning stages of playing the ... Read More about Learning to Play the Flute in Tune (Part 1)
8 Ways To Retain Great Private Lesson Teachers
(This post was written from the private lesson point of view. However, I was also a band director for years and my this post is from the band director point of view about how to get more out of your private lesson teachers.) 1. Hire the right people. Make your selection process as extensive as ... Read More about 8 Ways To Retain Great Private Lesson Teachers
The Crayon Analogy (for Band)
The Crayon Analogy (for Band) Tell your ensemble this story if they are overblowing, not blending or not playing within the band sound... Have you ever seen a two year old with a crayon? They take that crayon and grip it as tight as they can and press down as hard as possible on the paper and ... Read More about The Crayon Analogy (for Band)
