It is the most anticipated and dreaded time of year for anyone teaching beginning band: Winter break. The kids are…
Read More
games
“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…
Read More
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!…
Read More
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,…
Read More
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….
Read More
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…
Read More
Band Performance Day
What is Band Performance Day? An opportunity for students to perform: in a positive, non-competitive environment with no criticism at…
Read More
