When I was a columnist for SBO Magazine before I achieved the exalted title of Editor-in-Chief of SBO+, each December...

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

During my decades in leadership positions, I learned through trial and (many) errors what people expect of all their leaders...

Sound fundamentals! Make sure your grip and stance are correct. Stick to the Basics Marcato, legato, and neutral patterns for...

I guess Bob Dylan was on to something. Change of all types is not only inevitable, if it’s managed correctly,...

By Col. (Ret.) Thomas Palmatier The title of this monthly column is Perspective so I guess I should offer a...

By Thomas Palmatier Anyone who has ever attended the Midwest Clinic is familiar with the dizzying array of clinics, workshops,...

Less is more. No colors and no ink, keep it light; don’t ruin the score for your successor. Develop your...

SBO+: Barry Bernhardt recently retired as director of bands at Florida International University. He is well known in the marching...

Scientists have theorized about wormholes that permit objects to travel fantastic distances and even navigate through time in the blink...

I’m not questioning your leadership ability! This is the title of one of my favorite books. When I am doing...

The nine-year-old nervously walked into his first trumpet lesson with six other classmates. Within a half hour, they had mastered...