Yamaha Educator Suite: Building the Next Generation of Music Educators
We’re Not Here Only for the “Good” Kids
Don’t lower the bar to have an inclusive program, just be patient and hold open the door a little longer for some students.
Marches Aren’t Boring — They’re Just Honest
When you pull out a march, be ready to deal with the groan heard ’round the band room, but you’ll be able to discern rhythm, tuning and articulation issues immediately.
Metacognition in the Music Classroom
Help students become more aware of their thinking process as they assess their performance to become independent musicians.
A Realistic To-Do List
Don’t live in color-coded chaos to prove how organized you are. Do less and actually finish your work day with some energy.
The Booster Club Isn’t Your Boss
Establish clear boundaries and lines of communication with band parents to ensure that the music program and their students come first.
Stop Fighting Sports
Make your busy students’ lives a little easier by collaborating with coaches to give kids the time to participate in band and sports.
A University’s Community Engagement Promotes Leadership and Creativity
At Slippery Rock University in Pennsylvania, students can participate in several early childhood music education opportunities thanks to the efforts of one of their professors.
Bringing Opera to Austin Children
A professor from the University of Texas at Austin, provides a free summer program at public libraries around the city to introduce K-5 students to all aspects of opera — singing, the story, set designs, orchestra, choreography and more.
The Many Faces of Trumpeter Allen Vizzutti
Classical, jazz, soundtracks and more — Allen Vizzutti’s career has crossed genres and his clinic teachings appeal to all generations.
Build Bridges: Work with Administration, Parents and Other Teachers
Music educators must forge partnerships to ensure that their music programs prosper.
Students Help Teach Music to Students with Disabilities
United Sound promotes social involvement for students with and without disabilities to perform in…
Add These 3 Exercises to Your Percussion Practice Sessions
Be a better percussionist by regularly working on your reading, rolls and listening skills.
New to Teaching Strings?
If you are new to teaching strings, don’t panic. Top string professionals offer advice as you launch into uncharted territory.
Start a Guitar Program
A guitar program will provide a musical opportunity to students who would not usually join traditional band, orchestra or choir.
