Small school bands face unique obstacles, from limited resources and sparse instrumentation to a scarcity of dedicated musicians. These obstacles…
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Finding Success at a Title 1 Middle School as the Sole Director
My intention for this article is that if you are a director with no assistance, the information I present today…
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Why Keeping an Open Mind Can Lead to Your “Dream Job”
I grew up and attended college in a large suburban area. When I started looking for teaching jobs, I wasn’t…
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Advice for Teaching Small Concert Bands
Advice for Teaching Small Concert Bands – Readers’ Collaborative Post In our recent survey, we asked Band Directors Talk Shop readers,…
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Success in Small School Band: You Can’t Do It Alone
One of the most important things in building and maintaining a successful band program in a small rural school is…
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Small Band Programs: Strategies for Success
So, it’s almost UIL contest time. You have that perfect piece in mind with four horn parts, but your band…
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