

The East Coast Band Conference - Wind Band’s best kept secret…
This past weekend I had the privilege of attending a small but exhilarating Band Conference in Reading, Pennsylvania, hosted by the...


Giving Thanks
Thanksgiving, more than other holidays, causes many of us to pause and ‘Count our blessings.’ It falls at the perfect time for band director


Take Care of YOU during Marching Season - 5 Tips for Healthy Band Directors
With the Marching Season starting up it's easy for your focus on the band and the program to cause you to lose sight of your own personal...

THE FUTURE OF THE WIND BAND, Pt. 2 (Summer Reading Project)
In Part 2, we discuss the chapters on 'Economic Justice' and 'Democratic Citizenship from William Perrine's book, The Future of the Wind...

THE FUTURE OF THE WIND BAND, Pt. 1 (Summer Reading Project)
In Part 1, we discuss the Introduction to William Perrine's The Future of the Wind Band, as well as the section on REPRTOIRE.


Setting Goals in the Wind Band Classroom
The New Year is a time when most people look at where they are and make plans for the future. This is an important step in developing a stro

A Letter To My Band...
December 21, 2021 by Aaron Noe I sent this letter to my students and band families this morning. I thought I would share it with you. I...

The Dallas Winds: The Heritage of the Wind Band and a Bold Statement for the Future!
For close to 40 years, the Dallas Winds under the direction of Jerry Junkin has brought the joy of music to countless students,...

Fun Facts about Leroy Anderson
As you program Leroy Anderson's music this season, share some fun facts with your students and audiences.


Thankful.
I can’t tell you how much I appreciate a National Day of Thanksgiving. Yes, I love the turkey, the mashed potatoes, the green bean cassero