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Band, choir, and orchestra are some of the most visible music making experiences in our schools. These ensembles and their leaders can make a significant impact on the future of...

How should a school band director measure success? What are the metrics we use to calibrate success? What do schools, communities, and students want from their band experience? Who do...

Have you ever had a leader who just didn’t lead well? If you have, then you know first-hand what a negative impact a poor leader can make. When leadership goes...

SBO+: We will be bringing you regular items from our new partners at WindConductor.org. Visit them online for lots of great content. As a band director, it’s easy to fall...

When it comes to string playing, everyone seems to have their own acronym for teaching Tone… PAWS, WASP, etc…  My approach is The LAWS of Tone: Lane, Amount, Weight, and...