When a student drops band…
A director who handles this situation with grace, respect, empathy, and understanding will last longer in the memory of a student than the music they played in the ensemble.
Play it again….in all 12 keys!
Small steps forward are still a small step forward, and before too long students will be stepping forward in all 12 keys!
New Music for 2023
Dear Band Director Friends, I hope you are well and are enjoying a well-deserved summer break. As August is upon us, I would like to take a few minutes to share some works with you to consider for your ensembles to study and perform this year. In addition to four new works, there are older pieces that groups continue to […]
So…How Are We Doing?
At the end of the day, I see persistence, creativity, and positivity in many band directors for the good of their programs. I hear encouragement, I see collaboration, and feel pride students are taking in their bands.
The Two Minute Clinic: Keep on Playing.
The message is simple to our Seniors: Keep on playing!
