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Lessons from a Day in Beginner Flute Class

Lessons from a Day in Beginner Flute Class

This article will speak to a lot of flute-specific things, but so many of the things that happen in flute…
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A Second Technique to Help Students Overcome Performance Anxiety: Power Pose

A Second Technique to Help Students Overcome Performance Anxiety: Power Pose

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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One Technique to Help Band Students Overcome Performance Anxiety: Inner Superhero

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

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

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 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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