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Preservation Hall Lessons (Free Resource!)

Preservation Hall Lessons (Free Resource!)

The Preservation Hall Lessons is a free resource for teachers. It is a collection of lesson plans developed by preservation…
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Sentiments To Share With Your Band More Often (Collaborative)

Sentiments To Share With Your Band More Often (Collaborative)

In a recent Facebook Post, we asked our Band Directors Talk Shop readers to share sentiments and rehearsal quotes that…
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Unexpected Band Director Experiences They Didn’t Warn You About in College  (Collaborative Post)

Unexpected Band Director Experiences They Didn’t Warn You About in College (Collaborative Post)

In our recent survey, we asked Band Directors Talk Shop readers to share a funny story about “What they don’t…
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Motivation for You and Your Students (Collaborative Post)

Motivation for You and Your Students (Collaborative Post)

In our recent survey, we asked Band Directors Talk Shop readers, “What helps you get through tough days/what is your…
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Advice for Mentor and Student Teachers

Advice for Mentor and Student Teachers

In our recent survey, we asked Band Directors Talk Shop readers, “What are your tips for cooperating/mentor teachers?” and, “What…
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Amazing (and free) Videos For Instrumentalists (Quick Tip)

Amazing (and free) Videos For Instrumentalists (Quick Tip)

The Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University Bloomington has created a wonderful free resource for instrumentalists. Their Instrument Studies…
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FREE Music Posters Composer Quotes

FREE Music Posters Composer Quotes

Are you looking for some new posters or colors to brighten up your space? Our Composer Quotes Music Posters are…
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