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Beginner Band

How Using Lanyards Can Help You Listen to Every Student in Beginning Band

How Using Lanyards Can Help You Listen to Every Student in Beginning Band

Teaching beginner instrument classes is simultaneously rewarding and overwhelming. We all know that we should be hearing our students play…
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Teaching Rhythm Logically

Teaching Rhythm Logically

Rhythm as a Fundamental We are all aware of the importance of the almighty Concert F. We understand the gravity…
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TBA Archives – Teach Like Your Hair’s On Fire

TBA Archives – Teach Like Your Hair’s On Fire

The TBA Archives refer to the Texas Bandmasters Association archives of clinic handouts from past conventions.  Conventions are one of…
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Switching Kids to 4 Valve Instruments – 3 Options to Consider

Switching Kids to 4 Valve Instruments – 3 Options to Consider

When switching kids to 4 valve instruments you should evaluate a number of factors. Here are 3 options to consider when planning…
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Teaching Beginning Band with Games – Jeopardy

Teaching Beginning Band with Games – Jeopardy

Teaching beginning band with this game is a great way to make class more fun while reviewing many different concepts….
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