Commentary

By Harvey Rachlin Rejection—it happens all the time and is a natural part of life. Those in the arts are...

By Bill Humbert Every music teacher is a leader whether directing an ensemble, managing a rehearsal, or mentoring a student...

Chief Warrant Officer Kelsie McCallum, Colorado Army National Guard As a third-generation Army Soldier, service has always been woven into...

By Cynthia A. Lansford I am a retired band director currently living in Keller, Texas. “Retired” may be the wrong...

By Jon Bubbett When most people imagine the life of a composer, they think of the artistic side: a blank...

By Aaron Noë We live in a society that craves instant results. As we scroll through reels and shorts, we...

By Airman First Class Chloe Yoon There’s a crackling electricity in the air when the stage lights hit just right....

The 2025 SBO+ Teachers’ Choice Awards (TCA) finalist ballot is now live! Educator readers of SBO+ are eligible to vote for products, companies, and...

By Dr. Matthew Arau Leading can bring down the weight of the world on our shoulders. With leadership comes extra...

By Jennifer Higdon My Start in Music by Jennifer Higdon “Band!” That was my answer when asked about my start...

By Aaron Noë "...get organized for the first day with the expectation of playing" The school year is quickly approaching,...

By U.S. Navy Music Program Musician 1st Class Ryan Snell spent most of his childhood in Goose Creek, South Carolina,...