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Listening and hearing are two different things. Hearing is involuntary and listening is voluntary. The student “hears” the birds, rain, teachers talking, or the tone of their instrument.  However, they...

The word “upbeat” has more than one meaning.  To most people, it means having a positive outlook, being cheerful, and being optimistic. If you are a musician, then you also...

SBO+: Normally, Lesley writes for SBO+ about orchestra and string teaching, but this month she shares important thoughts about relationship building. This ties in nicely with Rick Ghinelli’s article in...

In October, SBO+ introduced you to Miss Abby’s classroom and provided an inventory list for the instruments and other gear she uses to teach K-5 music. Over the last two...