In many band warmups that I’ve seen, brass players begin the daily routine with exercises that encourage control and flexibility,…
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Woodwind
Chromacraze – a Fun Way to Practice the Chromatic Scale
Chromacraze was the hit of Band Directors Workshop this year. We had many requests to make the entire packet available…
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Reed Preparation and Adjustment Strategies for the Saxophonist
Introduction A properly functioning saxophone reed is essential for a successful performance. In addition, possessing several good reeds can boost…
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Simple Harmonics Exercises to Help Ensure Better Tone Quality From Your Flute Section
Over many years I have taught hundreds of flute clinics and boot camps and the question most often asked of…
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Instrumental Recordings List for Band
This extensive list of instrumental recordings is a great tool to use with your students to: give them an opportunity to…
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A Link Between Wind Instruments and Edison (Quick Tip)
What do musicians and Thomas Edison have in common? If we say both have to be creative and inventive, we…
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