Do you have questions about what to do with your student’s rental instrument when school lets out for the summer? Don’t worry – you’re not the first! We’ve compiled a list of frequently asked questions from parents that will help you as you consider the benefits of summer instrument rentals.…
Kids need music. Simple as that. Why else do parents sing to comfort their infants, put on lullabies for their toddlers, or play sing-along DVDs for their elementary-aged kids? But there’s a fundamental difference between exposing children to music and educating them in music. I would argue that educating children…
Not many people see band directors as educators with an especially difficult career. For most, we don’t blame them. How would the average person know? But for others, like administrators, teachers and colleagues, it’s really a shame they don’t see it. While we can probably all agree that that the…
Band camp is on the horizon! Are you ready? Many bands offer their own recommended list of items to have for band camp, so check with your director. Check out our recommendations below and feel free to add your own in the comments! Sun/Heat Protection Hat or Cap A wide…
The bell rings and the student’s race for the exit. School’s out! A summer of fun is just around the corner! What about their instrument, though? What will they do with that thing they’ve been learning how to play all school year? If they’re like many young players, the answer…
As a first year music director, you have an especially tough job. Few years are more difficult than the first. With so much to do, so much to learn, and so little time, it can be quite overwhelming. That’s why we’ve put together these five important survival tips. You’ll want…
There are few things better than seeing a child – especially your own – excited about being a part of something bigger than themselves. Bands and orchestras in school districts around the country provide this opportunity for children each and every year. But you’ve got to get an instrument and…
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