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Stand Tags – for More than Just Learning Names

Stand Tags – for More than Just Learning Names

Do you need to learn 100 names in a very short time?  Try Stand Tags! By seeing the student’s names every…
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Practice and Motivation ‘Posters’

Practice and Motivation ‘Posters’

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Adding Gadgets to Your Rehearsals

Adding Gadgets to Your Rehearsals

Vary the classroom learning throughout your rehearsals with different applications of technology. Playing around with new things can be a…
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6 Books for Band Directors to Read

6 Books for Band Directors to Read

Have you ever heard the saying that in 5 years you’ll be the same person you are except for the…
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Social Media for Your Ensembles

Social Media for Your Ensembles

The life of a band director is a busy one. Planning, sectionals, concerts, paperwork, parent conferences, administration, putting out fires,…
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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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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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