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For 30 years, Liberty DeVitto was the studio and touring drummer for Billy Joel. Some might say he was responsible...

There’s no growth in a comfort zone, and no comfort in a growth zone.

For musical performers and ensembles, there is no “off season.” Those who live to perform are ready wherever there is...

In our December issue of SBO, we will feature our 50 Directors Who Make a Difference issue for the 20th...

Preparing for an audition is a process that musicians, both young and older, will go through many times in his...

I have often wondered how music appreciation can effectively be taught in a class-setting.

The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation is seeking the top school districts and schools with an exemplary commitment...

SBO asked a four experienced band directors and others active in music education to share their thoughts about the importance...

There’s that great Helen Hayes quote, “Every expert was once a beginner.” Never forget that. I remind my students of...

Of all the types of music software available, digital audio workstations (DAW) are the most fun. They allow anyone to...

Yamaha Corporation of America, in partnership with the Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation (MHOF), has invited people across the U.S. and...

The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) will welcome conductor Giancarlo Guerrero and pianist Daniil Trifonov for concerts featuring Tchaikovsky’s "Romeo and Juliet" Fantasy Overture, Trifonov’s own 2014...