Perspective

In December I attended the Midwest Band & Orchestra Clinic in Chicago. There, I was able to meet many of...

This is a very special issue for SBO+ because it puts the focus on all of you, the music teachers...

I recently bought a new car. I realize for most people, that’s not an unusual occurrence but I belong to the...

SBO+: Just as we were going to print, we learned of the passing of Robert W. Smith. Robert was not...

Well, maybe that’s a little dramatic…. Educators are constantly adapting because the students we teach, and the environments that we...

In this Back-to-School issue of SBO+ we put a special focus on leadership.  Early August provides a moment between the...

During the past month I was able to witness how music can be something that comforts, inspires, and brings added...

In this issue of SBO+ we announce the winners of our student essay contest, with student scholarships and teacher products...

With the beginning of spring comes festivals, ensemble trips, warmer weather, and of course, seasonal allergies. This spring, the NAMM...

It’s that time of year when ensembles are preparing for festivals, assessments, contests, or whatever terminology is used in your...

In the past few issues of SBO+ we announced partnerships with the American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) and the American...

Music, teaching, leadership, management, and daily life all have one thing in common. They are all about relationships. When people...