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Yamaha Educator Suite: Building the Next Generation of Music Educators

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    “40 Under 40” Nominations are Open!

    Yamaha wants to recognize and celebrate the top 40 music educators under 40 years old. Nominate a deserving teacher today! 

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    Spooky Sound Mysteries

    From haunting to downright bizarre, these sounds make for a fun fall exploration with your music students.

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    General Music for Non-Musicians

    A Tennessee high school music educator designed a curriculum for students with no musical experience, and by the end of the school year, they were reading music, playing instruments and performing.

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    Metacognition in the Music Classroom

    Help students become more aware of their thinking process as they assess their performance to become independent musicians.

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    Healing from Grief with Music

    Taking a people-first approach has helped an Arkansas music educator help her students and herself deal with mental health and self-care.

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5 Small Things That Make a Big Difference

Put these things on your daily to-do list — you’ll be surprised at how much they resonate with your students.

8 Ways Students Can Make Their Practice Time Productive

Students must learn to teach themselves with meaningful, thoughtful practice time.

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.

When Kids Compare You to Their Old Director

Don’t despair when your students say, “This isn’t how Mr./Mrs. So-and-So did it.” Be consistent and keep showing up.

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.

Using Choir as a Tool for Belonging, Voice and Agency

Clear communication and empathy are the overriding tenets in Coty Raven Morris’ class at Portland State University.

ASU’s Popular Music Program Focuses on Access and Community

The three main goals in building the new program were an inclusive environment, an individualized approach and a collaborative community.

Five Steps to Build Brave Music Classrooms

Focus on community-centered values, authenticity and a positive atmosphere to create a safe and creative environment for students.

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. 

Add These 3 Exercises to Your Percussion Practice Sessions

Be a better percussionist by regularly working on your reading, rolls and listening skills.

Blending Brass

Here’s how to tame a brass section to craft a blended ensemble sound.

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.

Fix It: Piano Pedaling Teaching Tips

Fix these common pedaling mistakes that piano students make.