I still believe in music
I believe, Music. I still believe in you.
As directors are responsible for both individual and ensemble growth, developing an awareness for the signs of “rut-tines” and how to get out of them are vital for the band to mature and flourish.
If you have never attended, I would assure any band director (and their administration) that it is a worthwhile conference to attend.
My only goal here is to share, to remind, and to encourage the many fine educators out there who call themselves a band director, present company included.
As band programs move forward, it is obvious that the use of pull-out lessons will continue to be part of that process.