
6 Quotes that Shaped My 36 Years in the Band Room
By: Timothy Loest
Over the years, many quotes have caused me to stop and reflect. But the ones that hit [...]
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Developing Inner Pulse and Counting Skills
By: Will Boartfield
Over many years as a music educator two of the skills that young musicians have trouble developing [...]
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TAKING ATTENDANCE, THE MUSICAL WAY
By: Timothy Loest
During my years in the classroom, I strived to teach responsible musicianship through all interactions with my [...]
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Choreographing Your Percussion
By: Gary Fagan
Optimizing Percussion Section Efficiency: A Guide for Conductors and Music Educators Attending numerous band concerts reveals a [...]
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Comprehensive Musicianship – Creating a Classroom for All
By: Timothy Loest
COMPREHENSIVE MUSICIANSHIP – CREATING A CLASSROOM FOR ALL The BIG Question: In our effort to rehearse, do [...]
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Audience Attention Span
By: Brian Bankston
The mind can only withstand what the butt can endure. Be mindful of making your concerts too long [...]
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Creating Forward Momentum
By: Brian Bankston
Music should create a sense of forward momentum. Teach your students to look ahead and always be [...]
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Knowing The “WHY”
By: Brian Bankston
Having your young musicians play long tones while thinking about their embouchure will help them understand one [...]
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