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A native of Las Cruces, New Mexico, Musician First Class Marcus Flores auditioned and was selected for assignment to the U.S....

SBO+: Well-known author and frequent SBO+ contributor Harvey Rachlin provides this article on the important role music plays in developing...

Have you ever felt you needed to be someone you’re not to earn respect and admiration? I know I have....

Musician First Class Ally Albrecht joined the Navy Band in 2021 as a trumpet instrumentalist in the Commodores jazz ensemble....

Student leaders can raise the bar for everyone in the group through teaching their peers and giving constructive feedback and...

Before we delve into this in part 2 (see the February issue for part 1), a word of caution: All...

Self-care is the most important guiding principle to have at the forefront of any music education position. Whether you are...

In November 2022, Carnegie Hall’s Weill Institute of Music announced a new youth-focused pilot program, titled “the B-Side.” The program...

Music teachers must be flexible and adapt to each student’s unique learning style to help them achieve musical excellence. To...

It is no secret schools in the United States face the most significant educator workforce shortage in our Nation’s history....

A director addresses their students:  “Brass, let’s articulate some eighth notes: Ta ta Ta ta Ta ta Ta ta! 1!...

Achieving a cohesive and balanced sound within the wind section of your orchestra or band can present many challenges. Here...