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, […]
August 10, 2016
Did you know the only time some guitarists change their guitar strings is when they break one? Although this is a common string-changing scenario, it doesn’t mean it’s the right choice for everyone. While some guitarists think you shouldn’t go through the effort of changing guitar strings unless they’re broken, it comes down to this: […]
August 6, 2016
Renier Fee, Director of Marketing for Music & Arts, met Steven Greenall at the Conn-Selmer Institute in Mishawaka, Indiana, earlier this year. Their conversation took so many interesting turns that he thought it a worthwhile interview for The Vault. 1. Welcome to The Vault Mr. Greenall! For those that don’t know you, can you recap your […]
August 4, 2016
The internet is a wonderful resource for just about everybody, regardless of his or her interests or profession. Knowing this, it’ll come as no surprise that the internet has proven to be an excellent resource for people who teach music professionally. There is no shortage of websites dedicated to making your job as a music […]
July 30, 2016
The saxophone is a versatile and expressive instrument and, with proper training and lots of practice, can be relatively easy to play. Many musicians agree that, although it’s not always the easiest to handle, the saxophone is one of the most vocal sounding instruments in all of music. If you’re new to the instrument, or […]
July 26, 2016
While music may be a great gift to give to a friend or family member, did you know there are children, hospital patients, and others around the world who could use the gift of music to brighten their day? Unfortunately, music lessons and instruments aren’t always within their reach. Whether you’re looking for a tax […]
July 22, 2016
Dr. Eric Lau is Associate Professor of Saxophone at the University of New Mexico and is the baritone saxophonist with the Iridium Quartet. For more information, go to EricLauSaxophone.com. A typical scene: It is the day of festival and one of your middle-school saxophonists has just chipped his or her one good reed and […]
July 20, 2016
Described as a “true musical talent,” Eric Willie has a varied career as a solo performer, chamber musician, orchestral player, arranger, and teacher. Eric currently serves as Director of Percussion Studies at UNC Greensboro, and has served on staff for the Phantom Regiment, Madison Scouts, and Spirit Drum and Bugle Corps. If percussion is not your primary […]
July 18, 2016
About the Author: Micah Blouin is the Education Market Manager for PreSonus Audio Electronics. An active performer and clinician, he holds degrees from Louisiana State University in Music and Business. You are a marching band director and need more “oomph” on the front sideline. The middle school needs a public address system for assemblies […]
July 16, 2016
By: Benjamin Goldman Store location: Wilmington, Delaware Recently awarded Second Place in the International Art of Percussion Solo Competition, Ben is a versatile percussionist and educator based in Wilmington, DE. Ben is the bandleader and drummer for the Glen Boldman Quartet, a jazz/funk band that plays regularly throughout Delaware and Maryland. As a touring […]
