November 12, 2016
As a music educator, keeping up with the latest industry trends and technology can be difficult. Sure, you can join music organizations, visit message boards, and communicate with like-minded individuals at monthly meet-ups, but who has the time for all that? What if you want to gain valuable knowledge and be exposed to new products, […]
November 8, 2016
As has been discussed in part one of this series, there are many resources available to musicians that have a smartphone or a tablet. There are so many apps available to help musicians, regardless of their skill level, instrument, or style of play. If you’re looking for help learning, practicing, recording, or preparing for a musical […]
November 6, 2016
As a music educator, keeping your students entertained throughout the year can be difficult, especially during the holiday season or in the days following a big performance. Sure, you can give your students a free period or pop in a Disney movie, but why not plan something that’s fun and educational, instead? From classroom games […]
November 4, 2016
Sometimes we forget just how much work music educators across the country put in to keep music programs alive. But, it’s programs like our annual Music Educator of the Year award that quickly remind us of the amazing impact educators have on students and their communities. We received applications from all across the country for […]
November 2, 2016
You’ve been teaching Band for a while, and can’t seem to figure out why your saxophone students continually squeak when they articulate. Why is it so difficult for my saxophone students to play a “D” on Alto or a “G” on tenor cleanly? You also notice that your saxophone students play so loud and can’t […]
October 27, 2016
Whether you’re taking over a choir from a previous director or building one from the ground up, growing and maintaining a successful choir can be difficult. Some choir directors have a hard time convincing people to sign up, while others have trouble convincing members to stick around beyond the first or second rehearsal. Choirs that […]
October 17, 2016
In 2015, Music & Arts launched its first ever Music Educator of the Year Award as a way to recognize three music educators across the country for their outstanding achievement in music education. From kindergarten teachers to college professors and everyone in between, anyone who has been teaching music full-time in the United States for […]
October 7, 2016
As a music teacher in the United States, there are a variety of music organizations you can join to enhance your chosen career. Whether you’re an independent vocal coach or the leader of a high school marching band, the below organizations and associations were established to inform, support, and educate music teachers across the country and […]
September 7, 2016
In the years I’ve studied and have been teaching, I’ve learned the patterns of most lesson students and have been almost able to predict their expectations. For the most part, they all have one common interest, that is, to get better! Whether its to enjoy their instrument in the comfort of their home, or to […]
August 12, 2016
As a parent of a student, you’re probably no stranger to fundraising. From Little League car washes to bake sales for the Girl Scouts, fundraising is an important part of extracurricular activities. As funding continues to be taken away from school music activities, fundraising will become even more crucial for school bands and orchestras. Fortunately, […]
