How do we keep students from quitting band? One of the ways we do it is by making sure every…
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I Love Being a Band Director Because…
In our recent survey, we asked Band Directors Talk Shop readers, “Why do you love being a band director?” With…
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Tone Centering for Trumpet Part I: Overtones
“High, fast and loud” are all great fun, but the fundamental aspect of any musical endeavor is a beautiful tone…
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10 Tips for Improving Accuracy on the Horn
For horn players and their teachers, accuracy and consistency in general often present more of a challenge than other instruments….
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Tambourine 101
Unfortunately, in the depths of preparing for a contest and various pieces, some of the auxiliary percussion gets pushed to…
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The Why of It All
Have you ever stopped to think WHY we do what we do? WHY do we dedicate our time, our intellectual…
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Common Swing Pitfalls in Young Jazz Bands (and How to Solve Them)
Most young jazz bands can do an excellent job learning the notes and rhythms of a tune, but something keeps…
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