In our summer survey, we asked Band Directors Talk Shop readers “What is the best phrase, analogy or activity you’ve…
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Ensemble Skills
ONE Thing That Improved Student Performance in Band (well, really 64 things…)
In our summer survey, we asked Band Directors Talk Shop readers “What is one thing you did last year that…
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The Importance of Playing Duets (TBA Archives)
The TBA Archives refer to the Texas Bandmasters Association archives of clinic handouts from past conventions. Conventions are one of…
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Conducting: The Three Fundamental Test
The First Fundamental – Does it help the ensemble? I often think conductors should be administered the Hippocratic Oath before…
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Getting the Most from Your Double Reeds in the Concert Band
Concert bands have a warm, full sound with vast a dynamic range. But fitting the double reed instruments into that…
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Chorales Chorales Chorales!
Chorales have long been a staple of band educators as a means to build a core ensemble sound. They improve…
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