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The Harmony Director: A Great Tool for the Music Classroom

Achieve great sound, balance and tuning with the Yamaha HD-300.

Concert Percussion Tuning Know-How

Master these tips on how to tune concert snare drums, bass drums and toms.

How to Add Versatility to Your Front Ensemble

Add versatility to your mallet ensemble with a durable field frame system that allows you to mount cymbals, toms, snare drums and more, providing percussionists with an array of sounds within arm’s reach.

4 Tips to a Stronger Low Saxophone Section

When a saxophone section “clicks,” it’s an awesome musical moment. These musicians are technically proficient, well-balanced, in tune and great communicators across the ensemble. In any band, an outstanding saxophone section can bring an irreplaceable timbre and depth to the entire group. One of the factors that contributes to this sound is a ro…

Deconstructing Mallets: Find the Best Mallets for Your Percussion Section

Once upon a time, mallet choices were limited. The hardness of a mallet was the most dramatic way to change the sound of an instrument. Today, a variety of percussion implements are available, which has complicated the selection process. The age-old “use-a-harder-stick” solution to fix ensemble issues is no longer the only or best option. Malle…

Winds

Set Up Your First-Year Flutes for Success

Prolong the Life of Your Instruments with Regular Cleaning and Maintenance

Start a Flute Choir

Percussion

Help your students find the beat with these articles on teaching and maintaining percussion instruments.

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How to Add Versatility to Your Front Ensemble

Add versatility to your mallet ensemble with a durable field frame system that allows you to mount cymbals, toms, snare drums and more, providing percussionists with an array of sounds within arm’s reach.

All About Vibraphone Bars

Silver or gold bars? Matte or glossy finish? Here’s a quick guide to understanding vibraphone bars.

Strings

Ideas and insights on teaching strings to your students.

Ukuleles: Why You Need Them

Introduce students to harmony instruments in elementary and middle school with the ukulele — and have a ton of fun doing it!

Electric String Ensemble Checklist

Interested in adding an electric string ensemble to your music program? Here’s what you’ll need to get started.

Piano

From the classics to the current, find ideas for helping your students embrace the beauty and versatility of the piano.

SHOP PIANO

Fix It: Tips for Teaching Rhythmic Accuracy on the Piano

Try these expert tips to help students understand and master rhythm and pulse.

Fix It: Tips for Teaching Basic Piano Technique

Try these expert tips to fix common errors that piano students make.

Fix It: Teaching Tips for Playing Even Scales on the Piano

Try these expert tips on fixing common errors that piano students make when playing scales.