The percussionist’s grip on sticks or mallets is as fundamental as the embouchure a wind player forms. The younger the…
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TBA Archives – Building Success in the Small School Band
If you’re at a small school or in a small town (or in a similar situation) this post is for you!…
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Note Starts “Try This Quick Tip…”
Note starts can be a source of frustration in both beginning classes and ensembles, especially with younger groups. A common…
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Developing a Jazz Program: Strategies and Solutions
My experience as a high school band director and clinician has shown me that teachers often avoid topics such as…
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Motivate Your Band – The Band Puzzle
Share this story of the “Band Puzzle” with your students to help them understand how their individual piece fits into the…
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Promoting Musical Independence in Ensemble Teaching (TMEA Preview)
Promoting Musical Independence in Ensemble Teaching Secondary school music is dominated by the structure of the performing ensemble. This model…
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4 Clarinet Hacks – Better Clarinets in 30 Seconds
Here are 4 clarinet hacks that can greatly increase your student’s comfort and chance of success. #1 Mouthpiece Patches I LOVE…
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