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The Garner Ensemble Project (Free, printable QUARTETS)

The Garner Ensemble Project (Free, printable QUARTETS)

Here’s the FOURTH and final installment of The Garner Ensemble Project – QUARTETS! We MAY release more ensembles in the…
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The Garner Ensemble Project (Free, printable duettino alternatos)

The Garner Ensemble Project (Free, printable duettino alternatos)

Here’s the second installment of The Garner Ensemble Project – Duettino Alternatos! There are 2 more sets to come (trios…
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The Garner Ensemble Project (Free, printable duets for all band instruments)

The Garner Ensemble Project (Free, printable duets for all band instruments)

We are VERY excited about many new projects we’ve been working on for the past year! They will be revealed…
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Preparing Your Non-Varsity Band for Spring Contest and Beyond

Preparing Your Non-Varsity Band for Spring Contest and Beyond

Looking forward to the spring semester the non-varsity band presents many unique challenges. What are your priorities?  Is success at the…
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Choosing Literature for Success at Contest: Every Concert Has a Purpose

Choosing Literature for Success at Contest: Every Concert Has a Purpose

Much of a band’s success at UIL hinges on the band director’s programming choices. And while many directors will put…
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Middle School Solos – Tried & True Favorites

Middle School Solos – Tried & True Favorites

These recommendations are the top responses from a survey of 30+ very experienced band directors.  Be aware: some of the…
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