Handbooks. An absolutely ‘necessary tool’ for classroom success or a completely ‘antiquated practice’ you’d sooner just skip? I’m guessing you’ve…
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Assessment (student)
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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March Madness Fun for Your Band! 3 Engaging Resources to Review Music Theory & Encourage Practice
March Madness is here! While basketball fans gear up for the NCAA college basketball finals, why not bring a little…
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Pedagogical Practices to Maximize Precious Rehearsal Time!
When I recently gave this presentation at Midwest, my audience survey reflected the wide discrepancy in the amount of rehearsal…
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Beyond Measure: “UnGrading” Your Classroom
“OK class, today is practice chart turn-in day.” Audible groans and murmurs came from the band. As I began collecting…
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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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