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A Fresh Way to Teach American Music Genres!

A Fresh Way to Teach American Music Genres!

Let’s face it—getting middle schoolers excited about music history can be… a challenge. You know the value of teaching your…
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5 Reasons to Keep Performing and Exploring Music

5 Reasons to Keep Performing and Exploring Music

The life of a band director is incredibly demanding. Many directors find balancing their professional responsibilities with maintaining an active…
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Universal Design for Learning Approaches to Include ALL Band Students: From the Perspective of a Deaf and Hard of Hearing Band Director

Universal Design for Learning Approaches to Include ALL Band Students: From the Perspective of a Deaf and Hard of Hearing Band Director

Approximately 20% of Americans experience some level or type of hearing loss, and many of these individuals are musicians. The…
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Breaking Down the Grant: Questions Most Commonly Asked on Grant Applications and Where to Find the Answers

Breaking Down the Grant: Questions Most Commonly Asked on Grant Applications and Where to Find the Answers

Before you begin your grant application process, it is helpful to have all of your information ready so that you…
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Demystifying Social Media

Demystifying Social Media

**Before moving forward with any social media, you MUST consult with district policies and expectations as they vary widely! Use…
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Best Photo Op Ever

Best Photo Op Ever

A child’s first beginning band concert is always extra special. It is the first time the students will be performing…
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