Engaging Warm Ups Focus Your Students in the First Minutes of Class by Mike Lawson July 8, 2022 0 Orchestras by their very nature, have a different warmup flow than a band or a choir. Having sat in bands...
Incorporating Affective Learning in the Ensemble Setting by Mike Lawson July 8, 2022 0 With all the challenging emotions students across the country are feeling these days, I asked former band director, music educator...
So, You’re Hiring a New Music Teacher! by Mike Lawson July 8, 2022 0 One of the challenges for any administrator is selecting new teachers. A successful music program has much in common with...
All National Music and the Triumphant Robert W. Smith Music Festival by Mike Lawson July 8, 2022 0 Robert W. Smith leads master class workshop at The First Academy, Orlando, Florida In our July 2021 issue, we profiled...
Music Education and Social Emotional Learning by Scott N. Edgar by Mike Lawson July 8, 2022 0 Few people would argue that music is a “calling.” However, teaching is a “calling” as well. Combining these two into...
by Mike Lawson July 8, 2022 0 Attendees at the January 2022 IMEC (Illinois Music Education Conference) experienced a unique performance. The Music Achievement Council (MAC), an...
Musician First Class Ian Dobie Rocks! by Mike Lawson July 8, 2022 0 Musician First Class Ian Dobie How does an avid outdoorsman and violinist from land-locked Boise, Idaho, become interested in joining...
Regal Fanfare by Richard Saucedo by Mike Lawson July 8, 2022 0 Finding the “goldilocks” piece for your young ensemble can be a challenge in itself, but add in matching that piece...
Play With Your Trio by Mike Lawson July 8, 2022 0 Tone quality, intonation, and balance all go hand in hand in creating a great ensemble sound. Start by reminding your...
Now More Than Ever, Music Education Matters by Mike Lawson July 8, 2022 0 Dear Educators: The impact of the past two years on your profession is almost as indescribable as it is immeasurable....
D’Addario Orchestral Expands Accessories Line by Mike Lawson June 28, 2022 0 D’Addario Orchestral is excited to announce the expansion of their accessories line with three new offerings, the Bowmaster Bow Grip,...