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Practicing with Purpose – What’s the Big IDEA?

Practicing with Purpose – What’s the Big IDEA?

Have you ever had a student lie on a practice record? Would you like to see your students become more…
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Teaching the Individual Student in a Classroom Setting

Teaching the Individual Student in a Classroom Setting

In recent years, I have really thought about what success is for the students in my band program. I have…
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Bassooner the Better: Tips for Starting Beginner Bassoonists

Bassooner the Better: Tips for Starting Beginner Bassoonists

It’s no surprise to any band director that when asked to express preference for a beginning instrument, young band students…
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From Fundamentals to Fluency: Flute Teaching for Non-Flutist Band Directors

From Fundamentals to Fluency: Flute Teaching for Non-Flutist Band Directors

Merriam-Webster defines fluent as capable of moving with ease and grace, effortlessly smooth and flowing, and having or showing mastery…
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Beyond “Gamification”

Beyond “Gamification”

Video games are a waste of time for men with nothing else to do. Real brains don’t do that.      …
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Musical Nourishment: Designing Your Daily Instructional Menu

Musical Nourishment: Designing Your Daily Instructional Menu

Making the right instructional choices to develop your students can be overwhelming if you don’t take the time to consider…
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THE TUNING TACKLE BOX: Reeling In Your Horn Section’s Intonation

THE TUNING TACKLE BOX: Reeling In Your Horn Section’s Intonation

We have chosen a fishing theme for this article not only because it is fun and unique but also because…
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