Conducting is but one aspect of successful teaching in instrumental music, and similar to discussion on rehearsal techniques or studio pedagogy, will only improve through sustained conversation and self-analysis of one’s own work.
I often see posts in discussion groups and field questions from directors regarding repertoire selection. Too often, the advice I see posted is “Anything by __________” (insert composer name here). I understand the desire to have an easy solution but “play anything by Composer X” does not take into account individual situations, students, and the context of the school. I […]
Episode 15 of the TMC is now up. The one thing we all have is exactly the one thing we don’t need in our horizontal and vertical conversations in music education.
Some words of encouragement as music educators move forward in Episode 12 of the Two Minute Clinic.
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 […]
