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5 TellTale Signs It’s Time to Replace vs. Repair Your Musical Instruments

5 TellTale Signs It’s Time to Replace vs. Repair Your Musical Instruments

Maintaining a healthy, functioning inventory of musical instruments is vital for any school fine arts program. From beginner bands to…
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Scale of the Week! (Quick Tip)

Scale of the Week! (Quick Tip)

Looking for a way to rotate through the scales and improve technique? Consider assigning a scale of the week. Teach…
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When Should You Launch Your Band’s Spring Trip?

When Should You Launch Your Band’s Spring Trip?

It’s a crisp morning and the sun is still hiding behind the trees. Despite the early hour, your mood is…
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CHAMPION by Justin Williams – FREE Grade 2.5 for Band with Simplified Part Options

CHAMPION by Justin Williams – FREE Grade 2.5 for Band with Simplified Part Options

Already subscribed to the newsletter? This piece was emailed out to our ENTIRE newsletter list on Tuesday, July 29, 2025….
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FREE Professional Development for Band Directors / Music Educators (WTAMU Band Director Workshop Clinic Videos)

FREE Professional Development for Band Directors / Music Educators (WTAMU Band Director Workshop Clinic Videos)

Are you looking for FREE band director professional development hours of clinics that will ACTUALLY impact your teaching? Have you…
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10 Great Summer Refreshers Reading & Media List

10 Great Summer Refreshers Reading & Media List

The end of the school year is in sight. But a whirlwind of wrapping up with final assessments, report cards,…
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A Fresh Way to Teach American Music Genres!

A Fresh Way to Teach American Music Genres!

Let’s face it—getting middle schoolers excited about music history can be… a challenge. You know the value of teaching your…
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