I am delighted to share two new mid-level works that will be available from Wingert-Jones Publications this summer. My thanks to both Larry Clark and Tyler Acari for their support of both of these piece! For Country and Courage is a work for young band that is intended to be a thank you “note” that every student musician can share […]
What are the R’s of Repertoire Selection? A short reminder for directors as they select their music for the spring semester in the newest episode of the Two Minute Clinic!
While the pursuit of perfection in performance is a goal, progress is the barometer by which directors need to gauge their students and ensembles.
A culture for listening: It’s never too early and never too late to start growing this essential musicianship skill in your band!
Introduction The purpose of this post will be to share data that I collected last fall from junior high/middle school band directors to examine recruitment and retention of students in band programs in the age of Covid-19. I have already shared the data from the survey completed with Elementary Band Directors. Before presenting the questions, and data, I must stress […]
