Episode 21 of the TMC: Finding your inner Michael McDonald
Where to perform? How to share the good work of your students? Some thoughts on “taking it (our music) to the streets” in Episode 21 of the The Two Minute Clinic.
Building your A.R.C.
Holding oneself accountable for artistry can only be accomplished through actively creating and making music as an individual and with others.
Episode 12 of the Two Minute Clinic
Some words of encouragement as music educators move forward in Episode 12 of the Two Minute Clinic.
Why our band programs need chamber music now more than ever
What does the future of instrumental music education hold for the band world? As I have completed several virtual clinics the past few weeks, this question has never been more in the front of the minds of band directors. Until COVID-19, this question was being asked by those frustrated with recruitment, retention, scheduling, student effort, administrative support, and financial backing […]
Seven Signs of Successful Ensembles – Part 2
Thank you to those of you who reached out personally thanking me for Part I in this post – I was pleasantly surprised with comments, encouragement and (nice) demands for Part II. I take great unabashed joy to write about this part of the music ensemble. As I mentioned last week, there are core components here that are influenced by […]
