After I’ve taught kids all about their “inner superpower” (which you can read about here), the next step is the…
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Beginner Band
One Technique to Help Band Students Overcome Performance Anxiety: Inner Superhero
Here’s one concrete technique to help band students overcome performance anxiety. I usually teach this concept to 6th grade beginners…
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Flexible Flutes, Stronger Bands: How to Build Tone, Control, and Confidence through Daily Fundamentals
In many band warmups that I’ve seen, brass players begin the daily routine with exercises that encourage control and flexibility,…
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Taking the Right Steps in the Beginning Checklist
Establishing a strong foundation in Beginning Band takes careful planning, structured instruction, and clear communication. The first six weeks are…
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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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Bridging the Second Year Gap
The second year of band, or the “gap” year, is as important as the first year. Since the novelty of…
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