Legends of the Galaxy: A Cosmic Fanfare June 15, 2022 0 In looking for a quality piece full of energy to open our spring concert, I settled on Legends of the...
Excelcia Music Publishing Releases Bold New Concert Band Music bySBO Staff May 11, 2022 0 A striking release of 50 new works, Excelcia Music Publishing’s 2022-23 Concert Band music catalog is replete with pieces from...
Summer Community Band is an Important Part of Music Education May 2, 2022 0 Summer for band directors and students provides a much-needed break from an often-hectic schedule. It can also give an opportunity...
Trends and Changes in Today’s Wind Orchestra Scene May 2, 2022 0 This is the first installment in a multi-part series of articles by leading composers for wind bands. The acclaimed composer...
A Culture of Excellence and Caring in the Southwest Dekalb High School Band September 19, 2022 0 For well over 60 years, music and band have been vital parts of the student experience at Southwest Dekalb High...
Balladair (by Frank Erickson) byThomas Palmatier May 2, 2022 0 “Balladair” has a very special place in my heart. When I was in fifth grade band, our director, Tony Maiello...
This is a great piece of music: Shenandoah Triptych byMike Lawson April 20, 2022 0 Every band and orchestra director is always looking for great music to teach and perform. This can become even harder...
Saxophone Basics for the Busy Band Director August 13, 2021 0 Various reed music instruments lined up before a concert In this month’s column, our focus is on the basics of...
Clarinet Repairs Tips for the Busy Band Director byMatthew Hill July 10, 2021 0 It’s a perfect time of year to dig into basic repairs needed for woodwind instruments. We’ll begin with the clarinet....
UpClose: Doug Brasell on All National Music’s Robert W. Smith Music Festival byMike Lawson September 19, 2022 0 Doug Brasell - Founder, All National Music All National Music, in conjunction with the RWS Music Company, held the “PreFormance”...
Excelcia Music Publishing Releases Inspiring New Concert Band Music Catalog byMike Lawson May 24, 2021 0 A bold release with over 50 new works, Excelcia Music Publishing’s just released 2021-22 Concert Band music catalog is filled...
Virtual and Reality: Q&A with Eric Whitacre April 26, 2021 0 Composer, conductor, and musician Eric Whitacre chats with Barbara Schultz about his mentors (and tormentors) and the perseverance required for...