Yamaha Educator Suite: Building the Next Generation of Music Educators
Bonus Lessons
Add small-group instruction on different instruments, songwriting and other topics through bonus lessons.
When You’re Absent
Teach students the skills they need to keep rehearsals running smoothly when you’re not there.
Why Community Modern Band Ensembles Matters
Reach a wider group of elementary and middle school students with modern band and create new pathways for community music-making.
It Costs Nothing to Say Nothing
When a performance doesn’t go well, don’t be quick to criticize. Have empathy and model professionalism, resilience and kindness.
I’m a Band Director — Why Am I Teaching Choir?
You were hired to teach music, whether that’s band, orchestra or choir. Rely on what you know — teaching, leading, running rehearsals — and deal with the stuff that you don’t know.
Don’t Be a Pushover
Before agreeing to every admin request, consider the impact on your program. Define your boundaries, keep a log and advocate for your program.
A Framework for Healing-Centered Music Classrooms
An Oregon educator’s curriculum takes a holistic approach, blending social-emotional learning with artistic rigor and student-led leadership.
Having Fun = Huge Participation Rate
A Minneapolis middle school music program boasts a whopping 70% to 75% student participation rate. Here’s how the band and orchestra director accomplished it.
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.
