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General Care for Your Stringed Instrument

Properly caring for your stringed instrument will not only provide superior sound quality and playability, but it also increases the longevity of your instrument.

Five Facts About the Piccolo

Many people equate the piccolo with the flute, but the tiny higher-pitched instrument has an interesting history of its own.

The Harmony Director: A Great Tool for the Music Classroom

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

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

5 Things You Didn’t Know About the Flute

Set Up Your First-Year Flutes for Success

Start a Flute Choir

Percussion

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

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All About Vibraphone Bars

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

What Marimba Should I Purchase for My School?

There are many things to consider when selecting a marimba for your program. Read on for our tips!

Strings

Electric String Ensemble Checklist

7 Ways to Help Band Directors Tackle Strings Education

Pros and Cons for Pickups, Microphones and Electric Strings

Guitars

Ideas and insights on teaching guitars to your students.

Guitar Maintenance

Take care of your instrument from the strings, fretboard, finish and more to keep your guitar looking and sounding good.

Teach Guitar Chords

Encourage students to learn and play chords by scaffolding success.

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.