September 6, 2024
Running a successful band and orchestra program takes more than musical talent and dedication—it also requires financial savvy and resourcefulness. While some schools are flush with cash, most have limited funds and need to make every dollar in the budget count. In order to get the money you need to have a successful band and […]
April 18, 2024
**Visit musicarts.com/BandRoomSweeps to learn more about the program! Celebrating the Sweepstakes Winners! The Sweepstakes: A New Opportunity Music & Arts has recently partnered with Pearl and Adams, offering band directors across the country an exciting sweepstakes opportunity. This collaboration presents Middle/Junior and High School music educators with an unforgettable prize: One kit valued at $50,000 […]
August 5, 2020
Back to school is closer than ever and that means its time to break out the school supply shopping lists! But in between the notebooks and folders, pens and pencils, what is always missing? Their music teacher’s must-haves! Make sure your young musician is prepared to focus on the music by shopping for their Band […]
January 5, 2020
If you’re the type to make New Year’s resolutions, you’ve probably already promised yourself you’d eat more veggies, drink more water, or hit the gym a few times a week. But, if you’re a music educator, why not make some resolutions for the classroom and your career? After all, a new year usually means a […]
November 1, 2018
Each year, the Give a Note Foundation honors the most creative and effective school music programs with the Music Educator Innovator Award. Although the deadline for Fall 2018 entries ended on October 31, you can always start preparing for your Spring 2019 submission now! Sean Smith, Board Chair/President of the Give a Note Foundation, encourages […]
June 28, 2018
At Music & Arts, our mission is to inspire people of all ages to pick up an instrument and learn music. We teach over 1.5 million lessons each year in our facilities across the nation, and we couldn’t do it without our team of dedicated and talented teachers and store associates. Hannah Best, our Regional […]
July 18, 2017
Becoming a good guitar teacher requires the perfect combination of education, intuition, and practice, and a big part of being a good teacher is knowing what NOT to do. When you avoid common guitar teaching mistakes, from overloading your students to not tracking progress, not only do you become a better teacher, but your students […]
