Yamaha Educator Suite: Building the Next Generation of Music Educators
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Launch a Mariachi Program
In its first few years, the Las Vegas High School Mariachi Program released a CD and performed for many dignitaries including President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.
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The Power of Pop Music
Student initiative is pervasive throughout the Huntington Beach High School’s pop music program, which emphasizes students’ ability to forge their own musical path.
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Teach Student Leaders to Teach
Empower your student leaders to be instructors and peer tutors, and they will take more ownership of your program.
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Start a Flute Choir
A specialized flute choir has incredible range and can play music that was originally composed for full orchestras, choirs or wind ensembles, which is nothing short of amazing!
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Case Study: Strategic Storage and Scheduling Solutions
At Nutley Public Schools in New Jersey, the band program finds creative solutions to space and scheduling constraints.
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How to Choose the Right Mallet
The mallet you need will depend on the instrument, music, repertoire and style. Do your homework before starting your mallet collection.
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Pablo Rieppi’s Passion for Percussion
A single-minded focus drove Pablo Rieppi to become an inspirational performer and dedicated educator.
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Import Notation Files into Dorico
Create a complete library of your old scores, worksheets and arrangements by importing them into Dorico.
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Navigating Vibrato on Woodwinds
Try this unconventional approach with your high school winds section to master vibrato.
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Q&A with Sportscaster Al Bernstein
Known as the “voice of boxing” and as an inductee into the International Boxing Hall of Fame, Al Bernstein is also a singer! Find out how this sportscaster started this side gig.
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My String Instrument is Making a Weird Sound — What is It?
Quick ways to diagnose and fix vibration and buzzing on violins, violas and cellos.