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Best Practices from the Modern Band Summit by SBO Staff August 8, 2024 0 On July 10th-12th, 2024, over 400 music educators descended on Fort Collins, Colorado at the 13th annual Modern Band Summit...
Exceptional Experiences for All Ensembles by SBO Staff August 8, 2024 0 Ensemble programs are unique because of many factors. Enrollment numbers, resources, schedules, number of directors, community support, and other influences...
“Making the Case That Good Things Don’t Always Come to Those Who Wait” by SBO Staff August 8, 2024 0 As the back-to-school season comes crashing down around us and summertime relaxation wanes, most of our time will soon be...
Getting in Shape for Band Camp by SBO Staff August 8, 2024 0 So many times, we forget marching band members are athletes as well as musicians and performers. Band members are asked...
Building Rapport with Your School Board by SBO Staff August 8, 2024 0 In March, ASTA hosted a webinar featuring school board members from across the country. As you prepare for the start...
Physician Heal Thyself by SBO Staff August 8, 2024 0 In many issues of SBO+ we feature articles about the importance of taking care of yourself physically, emotionally, mentally, and...
Introducing Tomplay: Interactive Sheet Music – Play Along With Recordings by Professional Musicians by Mike Lawson May 10, 2024 0 Unleash your students’ musical potential with Tomplay’s latest version, bringing you unparalleled access to a vast library of instruments and...
Transforming Jazz Bands into Versatile Ensembles with Vocalists by Mike Lawson May 6, 2024 0 As a professional vocal coach who has worked closely with jazz bands, I invite band directors to consider integrating vocalists...
The Art of Jazz Programming by Mike Lawson May 6, 2024 0 One of the most important and exciting aspects of cultivating a thriving jazz program begins with intentional programming. Whether you...
Punk Rock In(vades) the Classroom by Mike Lawson May 6, 2024 0 You’ve all heard of punk rock - The Ramones, The Clash, mohawks, attitudes, piercings, et cetera. But did you know...
Modern Band and Beyond: Building Community in Your Ensemble-Based Classroom by Mike Lawson May 6, 2024 0 Take yourself back to grade school for a moment. You’re navigating changing social relationships, growing awareness of your identity, a...
Starting a Conversation – Exploring Improvisation in the Modern Band Rehearsal by Mike Lawson May 6, 2024 0 As a teacher who came from a background in traditional music education and shifted to teaching modern band, I observed...