Trends and Changes in Today’s Wind Orchestra Scene by Mike Lawson 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 by Mike Lawson September 19, 2022 0 For well over 60 years, music and band have been vital parts of the student experience at Southwest Dekalb High...
How to Take Your Marching Band to the Next Level? It’s in the Roots! by Mike Lawson May 2, 2022 0 Finally, the time has come to take a deep breath and moment for ourselves. Our bands have worked hard to...
The Power of Music by Mike Lawson May 2, 2022 0 We’re pleased to bring you the first in a multi-part series looking at trends in the wind orchestra compiled by...
The Power of the Individual in Advocacy by Mike Lawson May 2, 2022 0 Individuals stand at the heart of advocacy strategy. We advocate every day, formally and informally. We advance causes for ourselves...
Learn Woodwind Emergency Repair This Summer by Mike Lawson May 11, 2022 0 For the past two years, Lisa’s Clarinet Shop has been successfully teaching woodwind repair online. We have found two common...
Marine Staff Sergeant Michael Borowski by Mike Lawson May 2, 2022 0 I always considered myself lucky I never wanted to do anything else but music. Even as I write this, I am...
Get Your Students Involved with Instrument Care by Mike Lawson May 2, 2022 0 I Cello and three violins, all vintage instruments. f your spring season is anything like most, then you are finally...
Color-Coding for Confident Chording by Mike Lawson May 2, 2022 0 In 2017, I switched from teaching high school guitar and band classes to teaching elementary general music. I remember feeling...
Balladair (by Frank Erickson) by Mike Lawson May 2, 2022 0 “Balladair” has a very special place in my heart. When I was in fifth grade band, our director, Tony Maiello...
Don’t Forget the Percussion by Mike Lawson May 2, 2022 0 Adding percussion to your daily warmup routine will engage those musicians from the beginning of the rehearsal. Consider doubling the...