As you approach the middle of beginner year, most students should be able to read, find, and play each note…
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Beginner Band
“Who am I?” Rhythm Guessing Game for Middle School Band
Have you ever played the popular Hedbanz game? This version of “Who am I” rhythm guessing game for band is…
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The Ringmaster: Programming, Rehearsing, and Conducting the Beginning Band
In the realm of beginning band, there are many different forms the first school year of instruction can take. How…
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Keyboard Percussion: A Long Distance Relationship
Why do percussionists struggle so much with sight-reading on mallet instruments compared to other band instruments? It’s simple really—distance! There…
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Band Hall -oween
Looking for a fun Halloween-Themed activity that still reinforces concepts? Here’s an idea! You will need helpers at each station…
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Motivate your High Achieving Band Students with Select Band
If you are looking for a new way to challenge your top band students, select band is a fun, motivational…
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