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Spring Trip Survival Guide ‘25

Spring Trip Survival Guide ‘25

The big spring trip is on the horizon and whether it’s your first time or thousandth time leading one, there’s…
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Embracing Routine: A Path to Preventing Teacher Burnout

Embracing Routine: A Path to Preventing Teacher Burnout

As we emerged from the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, many educators began to recognize the deep-seated issues of teacher…
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Data Driven Decisions for Your Music Program

Data Driven Decisions for Your Music Program

“Are you a data novice? Do you find yourself nodding along but not really understanding what people are saying? As…
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The Band Director’s Guide to Grant Writing

The Band Director’s Guide to Grant Writing

Writing a successful grant proposal is an essential skill for band directors seeking to help fund their programs. Grant writing…
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How To Make Better Hotel Rooming Lists

How To Make Better Hotel Rooming Lists

Overnight band trips can be magical. They can create life-long memories for your students and oh yeah… they’re an extremely…
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Plant in the Fall, Harvest in the Spring: Creating Superior High School Non-Varsity Bands

Plant in the Fall, Harvest in the Spring: Creating Superior High School Non-Varsity Bands

When working with a non-varsity band at the high school level, it is important to consider a full-year curriculum. Don’t…
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