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Selecting music for your ensemble is like shopping for yogurt in the dairy aisle at the grocery store. You’ll quickly...

The American String Teachers Association (ASTA) hosts eLearning webinars on various topics from engaging with your school board to double...

Q: How did you first get introduced to the trumpet, and what made you want to start playing it? A:...

I’ve spent most of my life looking forward. Always, the next concert, the next show, the next camp, the next...

In the instrumental world, there are clearly defined grading levels for band and orchestra music. However, these levels are not...

Strong posture is required for everybody, especially student performers in high school music arts programs. Strong posture enables a person...

Leadership is not always sunshine and rainbows. In fact, leading can be hard, but it is in the struggle where...

Famed teacher and trumpet pedagogue Barbara Butler has a saying: “The four things needed to make it are talent, work...

We can strengthen our leadership skills through the study of music, whether listening, singing, or playing. Music rehearsals are an...

Technical Sergeant Fareed Simpson-Hankins' musical journey to the United States Air Force Band is a story of embracing opportunities to...

We have had the privilege of conducting middle and high school students in honor ensembles all over the country. Participating...

Have you ever experienced suggesting a change to your ensemble and been met with awkward silence or even what seemed...