Teach Style First It seems that many of us are really caught up in the details of learning music that…
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Habits of a Successful Middle School Band Director
“Building the Band” Perhaps the most difficult aspect of building a successful band program is the actual “building” of the…
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Music Mentors Can Make a Difference!
Music mentors can make a difference. Whether you are a brand new band director or have been at it for…
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Vive la Difference: The Uniqueness of the Horn
Hey, don’t point that at me! If one thinks of the famous solos from the standard repertoire written for the…
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Demystifying Double Reeds
The embouchure is an important fundamental concept to playing either the oboe or bassoon. There are many similarities between a…
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Band Substitute Lesson Plan (for a non-music sub)
Do you need a band substitute lesson plan for a general substitute to use? All you need for this is…
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Bassoon Eb (Quick Tip)
When teaching the bassoon, it quickly becomes obvious that the third space E flat is a lousy note! It is…
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