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Recruiting & Retention

Tips for Retaining Band Students from Middle School to High School

Tips for Retaining Band Students from Middle School to High School

In our recent survey, we asked Band Directors Talk Shop readers, “What is your #1 tip for retaining band students…
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Why Band Matters

Why Band Matters

Why Band Matters – Readers’ Collaborative Post  In our recent survey, we asked Band Directors Talk Shop readers to summarize…
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Tips for Recruitment & Retention in Band

Tips for Recruitment & Retention in Band

In our recent survey, we asked Band Directors Talk Shop readers, “What are your tips for recruitment and/or retention in…
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Better Retention Through a Sense of Purpose in Band

Better Retention Through a Sense of Purpose in Band

How do we keep students from quitting band? One of the ways we do it is by making sure every…
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New Band Parent Orientation

New Band Parent Orientation

Hosting a parent orientation can help your beginning instrumental program get off to a good start in the Fall. Now…
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Every Student Can Contribute:  Behind-the-Scenes Opportunities

Every Student Can Contribute: Behind-the-Scenes Opportunities

One of my goals is that every one of my students makes a positive contribution to the band program as…
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