Yamaha Educator Suite: Building the Next Generation of Music Educators
Use Fusion to Engage Students
Combine two or more genres of music to bridge the gap between music your students know and the realms of classical, jazz and world music.
Let Students Take Control During Rehearsals
Challenge your musicians to handle score study and rehearsals on their own — and even perform without you conducting them — in a unique and effective teaching model.
Music Class is the Ultimate Life Skills Workshop
In your classroom, students can learn skills far beyond music that will help them prepare for the future.
Five Steps to a Productive First Five Years
Set yourself up for success by prioritizing work-life balance, effective job searches and interviews, organization, relationships within the school and district, and working with band parents.
AI Won’t Replace You, But It Could Save You Time
How music educators can successfully use artificial intelligence without feeling like a fraud.
First-Year Money Advice I Wish I Had
Make a financial plan and stick to it — your future self is depending on you.
Go Viral With Purpose: Responsible Social Media Usage
What began as a reluctant step into TikTok quickly became a transformative journey that elevated my school music program, empowered my students and redefined how I advocate for music education.
Balancing Motherhood and Teaching
Two Virginia orchestra directors joined forces to help all caregiver music directors on extended leave.
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.
