The Key to Making Your Band Sound Better Right Now!

The Key to Making Your Band Sound Better Right Now!

Sep 14, 2024 | Podcast, Resources

It’s that time of year.  Your first football game is behind you.  Your first contest is around the corner.  You can perform a good two thirds of your show without anyone running into each other.  Things are on track! There’s just one problem.  Now things...
Let your students take risks!

Let your students take risks!

Sep 7, 2024 | Podcast, Resources

I had the pleasure to chat with John Denis, Assistant Professor of Music Education at Texas State University.  He has a real passion for helping young teachers be successful, and as such, not only does he mentor some of the brightest young students entering the...
How to Master Stagger-Breathing Techniques in Marching Bands

How to Master Stagger-Breathing Techniques in Marching Bands

Aug 28, 2024 | Resources

The simple truth is this: your band will not sound good if they don’t make a conscious effort to maintain a body full of air! In marching band, as directors, we must constantly monitor and be aware of this fact, and provide strategies for students to keep their bodies...
13 Tips to Improve Your Marching Band Today!

13 Tips to Improve Your Marching Band Today!

Aug 21, 2024 | Resources

Marching Band rehearsals can be… well… a lot. And you, as the teacher leading the rehearsal, have a lot of demands placed on you! Here are 13 tips to improve your rehearsals that you can implement today! Students must have all the things! Nothing slows...