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An Open Letter to Band Parents Regarding Step-Up Instruments

An Open Letter to Band Parents Regarding Step-Up Instruments

If you would like a printable version of this article to share with parents, please click here. Dear Band Parent,…
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Trumpet Embouchure Basics

Trumpet Embouchure Basics

The trumpet embouchure is the source of much discussion and frustration among both teachers and students. While the principles that…
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4 Tips to Help Beginner Tuba Players

4 Tips to Help Beginner Tuba Players

Beginner tuba class can be one of the most challenging endeavors for both the teacher and students.  For a student…
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Playing the French Horn with No Arms – Amazing Story of Overcoming Challenges

Playing the French Horn with No Arms – Amazing Story of Overcoming Challenges

If you think playing French horn with no arms is impossible, you will change your mind after seeing this AMAZING…
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How to Keep your School-owned Instruments in Top Condition

How to Keep your School-owned Instruments in Top Condition

As a band director, you know that having quality instruments can make a huge difference in the success of students…
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Utilizing Sound Concepts When Teaching Brass

Utilizing Sound Concepts When Teaching Brass

Metaphorically, I think we all teach our young brass students to become one of two things: either a builder, or…
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Band Directors Talk Shop’s 100th Post! (Some of our top posts)

Band Directors Talk Shop’s 100th Post! (Some of our top posts)

Woohoo! This post is the 100th post on BandDirectorsTalkShop.com! That means 100 ideas for band directors across the country. We…
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