Getting out of the Rehearsal “Rut-tine”
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.
Use of Pull-Out Lesson in Band Programs: A Survey Project
As band programs move forward, it is obvious that the use of pull-out lessons will continue to be part of that process.
Band Pull-Out Lesson Survey
Band directors in all grade levels are invited to share information about their pull-out lesson program. The purpose of this survey is to collect information on the use of pull-out lessons given to students as part of an instrumental music education experience. Participation is voluntary. The data will be analyzed and reported in aggregate form. Individual participants and their respective […]
The Two Minute Clinic: Season 3, Episode 3
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.
Are you programming notes? You should, and here’s why.
While our bands play many right notes, writing some additional notes will help our audience and communities appreciate the students, our ensembles, and the music even more.
