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Implementing Change in Your Program

Implementing Change in Your Program

If you are looking to implement change in your band program next year, this post is for you! The TBA Archives…
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9 Things to Do Before Closing the Band Hall Doors for Summer

9 Things to Do Before Closing the Band Hall Doors for Summer

Don’t forget these 9 things to do before closing the band hall doors for summer:   Talk to your students…
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Do Bassoonists Really Need to Use the Resonance Key?

Do Bassoonists Really Need to Use the Resonance Key?

There is a key on the bassoon called the “resonance key” (depressed by the left hand pinky). This key is…
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Playing the French Horn with No Arms – Amazing Story of Overcoming Challenges

Playing the French Horn with No Arms – Amazing Story of Overcoming Challenges

If you think playing French horn with no arms is impossible, you will change your mind after seeing this AMAZING…
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6 Fun and PRODUCTIVE Activities – After your Students Turn in Their Instruments

6 Fun and PRODUCTIVE Activities – After your Students Turn in Their Instruments

Although it’s not ideal, we often must have students turn in instruments early to take care of repairs, overhauls and inventory….
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Retention Strategies to Keep Your Band Students IN (during the summer)

Retention Strategies to Keep Your Band Students IN (during the summer)

Retention Strategies to Keep Your Band Students IN (during the summer) Schedule requests are complete and you are wrapping up…
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Standing on the Shoulders of Giants

Standing on the Shoulders of Giants

We are who we are because of the people that have touched our lives. People who supported and believed in…
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