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10 Tips for Non-Instrumentalists Who Find Themselves Teaching Band

10 Tips for Non-Instrumentalists Who Find Themselves Teaching Band

We’ve heard many requests recently for help from music educators who have a background in vocal or string pedagogy and…
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9 Tips to Surviving as a First Year Band Director

9 Tips to Surviving as a First Year Band Director

Surviving as a First Year Band Director Being a first year band director comes with a plethora of emotions. These…
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I Finally Have My Own Band…Now What?!?!?!

I Finally Have My Own Band…Now What?!?!?!

Standing in front of your own ensemble for the first time can be simultaneously thrilling and intimidating. There is a…
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Starting A New Job: Ways To A Successful Start

Starting A New Job: Ways To A Successful Start

Starting a new position can be an exciting and challenging time. Walking into a new job can mean having new…
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How to Not Drive Yourself Crazy as a Young Teacher

How to Not Drive Yourself Crazy as a Young Teacher

Over the course of the next few weeks, thousands of young band directors will begin their first days in a…
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FREE Band Director’s Back-to-School Checklist

FREE Band Director’s Back-to-School Checklist

Wouldn’t it be great if you had a comprehensive checklist so you don’t forget one of the many important back-to-school…
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