It’s not uncommon for band directors to focus on counting with their students during their beginner year, then struggle to…
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Rhythm
6 Fun and PRODUCTIVE Activities – After your Students Turn in Their Instruments
Although it’s not ideal, we often must have students turn in instruments early to take care of repairs, overhauls and inventory….
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Teach Cut Time – Play the Method Book in Cut Time!
Want a creative and fun way to teach cut time? Play back through the method book in cut time. This is a…
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Compound Foot Tap
Why teach compound foot tap: Compound time understanding 3/8, 6/8 etc. (each beat is divided into three 8th notes or…
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Simple Steps to Teaching Flute Vibrato
Teaching flute vibrato is a crucial aspect of developing flute players. This post gives a step-by-step to introducing the youngest…
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Rhythm Envelope Game – Teaching Beginning Band with Games
The rhythm envelope game is a great way to review rhythms in a totally different way. We usually focus on…
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