Truth
In his book, The 7 Habits of Highly Successful People, Stephen Covey describes a commute on a train. The scene he describes is calm and...
Rhythm
Rhythm is one of the most basic elements of any music. An ensemble with poor rhythm skills, we find difficulties not only on the stage...
My Favorite Time of Year
One of my favorite memories from the classroom is taking my students caroling this time of year. I enlisted the help of the band parents...
The fundraiser that gives back to the community!
A good friend of mine has a great fundraiser. Every year during the holiday season, his band sets up a table in the local mall and they...
An Interview with Gary Gackstatter: Composer, Author, Wind Conductor
I had the pleasure of catching up with Gary last week. He joined me online while camping in Colorado and between some engagements...
The Band Trip
April and May are traditionally the time of year many music programs take their Spring Trip. It’s the perfect time. Assessment/Festival...
Harmoniemusik and the Artistic Heritage of the Wind Band
The 18th Century was an exciting time! In America we saw the birth of a nation built on the ideas of rugged individualism. Figures like...
The Final Concert
It’s that time of year. Festivals are behind us. Assessment is over. Marching band preparation is in full force. And we are preparing for...
How to Prepare for the Marching Season
As the 2018-19 school year begins to wind down, preparations for the new marching season have begun. Here are a few tips & ideas to help...
Flute Tips: Three tips for improving tone and breathing
Guest post by Jennifer Rodriguez, Adjunct Instructor of Flute at Tarleton State University One of the most common questions I receive...
