Teaching/Technology

To presume that one seating arrangement is ideal for the presentation of every piece is like believing that all the art in an art gallery looks just as good under the same lighting. Like visual art, music consists of a variety of colors,…
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You teach elementary or middle school instrumental music and hear the sounds of marching band camp from a nearby field and think, "I'm glad I don't teach high school so I don't have to be preparing for school yet"! Or you teach grades…
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Regardless if you are a seasoned director or a first-year teacher, your program relies on you being able to purchase the equipment you need. To be able to do this, you must master the art of the school purchase order, or P.O. as it is…
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I have judged at a number of Solo and Ensemble contests, and continue to be amazed by the number of misconceptions students and directors have about these events, ranging from who should enter to what they should play and how they should…
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When studying the playing and teaching of music today, it seems there are two main approaches which are taken, although the goal of both approaches is no doubt the same. All musicians want to play musically, with great accuracy and control,…
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One of the best things you can do as a student is to take private lessons with a qualified teacher. You can receive individual help from someone who plays your instrument well and has experience working with students.
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Tuning is essential to ensure harmony and produce a blend that's a delight to the ear. While you and your students may perform tuning often in a typical day, you may be unaware that you can also lose the tuning of your most valuable…
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