October 2022

Every time I hear someone (especially a streaming service) say they’re going to start a “Plus” service it generally means...

Reggie Benson was one of the most dynamic and passionate band directors I have ever known. We shared an office...

For years, principal Robin Scott has watched through her office window as eager sixth graders met outside in the early...

There’s a saying there is no advanced level music or playing, just great fundamental playing at all levels whether beginner...

Each school year is an opportunity for a fresh start after summer break. Staff Sergeants Patrick Lin and Erica Schwartz...

Starting a full orchestra program may seem like a daunting task, but it can be done with cooperation. A full...

Peer mentoring seems like a simple concept but identifying ways it can be used practically in popular music education classrooms...

SBO+: This article came to us from a talented musician and writer who clicked “Write for SBO” on our homepage....

SBO+: In the March 2016 issue of SBO+, regular contributor Tom Merrill wrote a fantastic article about James Wells, one...

The moment Py Kolb heard the roar of the crowd during his first marching band performance, he was hooked. Oddly...

Collective Impact Collective Impact can help communities accomplish big things in arts education. The term “collective impact” has been associated...

SBO+: I have had the great privilege of subbing for a terrific general music (K-5) teacher, Abigail Lantz at Wilmot...