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Band Hall -oween

Band Hall -oween

Looking for a fun Halloween-Themed activity that still reinforces concepts? Here’s an idea! You will need helpers at each station…
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A New Twist to Hissing

A New Twist to Hissing

During my first year of teaching I learned a very important lesson. Some students, no matter what you say, take…
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Past the Page: Approaching Rehearsal Through Score Study

Past the Page: Approaching Rehearsal Through Score Study

For some of us, it’s been a while since our last course on score study. Perhaps you’ve attended clinics on…
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Motivate your High Achieving Band Students with Select Band

Motivate your High Achieving Band Students with Select Band

If you are looking for a new way to challenge your top band students, select band is a fun, motivational…
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Ideas for Teaching the Parts of the Instruments

Ideas for Teaching the Parts of the Instruments

The beginning of the year in band is a busy time and often overwhelming for both directors and students. Many…
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Music Education in August 2021

Music Education in August 2021

This school year has forced both educators and students to learn new ways of learning music, both at home and…
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A Link Between Wind Instruments and Edison (Quick Tip)

A Link Between Wind Instruments and Edison (Quick Tip)

What do musicians and Thomas Edison have in common? If we say both have to be creative and inventive, we…
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