Initially, it sounds odd that doing less is actually moving towards better. Band directors can easily fall into routines and set goals that while at face value are well-intended can sometimes contribute to feelings of frustration or inadequacy. With the start of the new year, directors have an opportunity to examine the goals they are setting for the second half […]
Parting is such sweet sorrow. Perhaps this famous line from Shakespeare is the overarching sentiment in the Scotch-Irish folk song “The Parting Glass”. I have found this saying and feeling to be true when we are surrounded by those who make us better in different parts of our life. I am thankful for and count Bill Stowman as one of […]
The message is simple to our Seniors: Keep on playing!
Erickson proved an axiom that bears mention for all composers: Great music doesn’t have to be hard; Great music needs to be great.
Episode Three of the Two Minute Clinic is now up! Growing a culture of appreciation in our audience is an important step that we need to take as directors.
