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Holiday Practice Band Scavenger Hunt

Holiday Practice Band Scavenger Hunt

It is the most anticipated and dreaded time of year for anyone teaching beginning band: Winter break.  The kids are…
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“Out of the Box” Rhythm Exercises

“Out of the Box” Rhythm Exercises

It’s not uncommon for band directors to focus on counting with their students during their beginner year, then struggle to…
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Lines & Spaces Chant – Quick Tip

Lines & Spaces Chant – Quick Tip

Quick Tip! Use the Lines & Spaces Chant to help your students learn the lines and spaces…in a FUN way!…
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Posture Chant – Quick Tip

Posture Chant – Quick Tip

Quick Tip! Here’s a Posture Chant to help remind your students of the correct posture…in a FUN way! Feet Flat,…
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6 Fun and PRODUCTIVE Activities – After your Students Turn in Their Instruments

6 Fun and PRODUCTIVE Activities – After your Students Turn in Their Instruments

Although it’s not ideal, we often must have students turn in instruments early to take care of repairs, overhauls and inventory….
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Jar of Dooooom (Changing up your scale routine)

Jar of Dooooom (Changing up your scale routine)

Changing up your scale routine to keep the students engaged. Tis the season to keep things exciting so students keep…
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Band Performance Day

Band Performance Day

What is Band Performance Day? An opportunity for students to perform: in a positive, non-competitive environment with no criticism at…
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