Marching Band If I Email You in November, It’s Not SPAM and I’m Not Selling Anything! In our December issue of SBO, we will feature our 50 Directors Who Make a Difference issue for the 20th time. by Mike Lawson November 6, 2017
Commentary How to Prepare for an Audition and Overcome Stage Fright Preparing for an audition is a process that musicians, both young and older, will go through many times in his or her life. by Mike Lawson November 6, 2017
Orchestra Appreciating and Teaching Musical Movement in the Symphony Orchestra I have often wondered how music appreciation can effectively be taught in a class-setting. by Mike Lawson November 6, 2017
News The Best Communities for Music Education Sought by The NAMM Foundation: Annual program recognizes schools and districts with exceptional music programs The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation is seeking the top school districts and schools with an exemplary commitment to music education curriculum to be recognized as part of... by Mike Lawson November 6, 2017
Features Pershing to President, America’s Military Bands, Part II – History and Organization: An Overview of Bands, Orchestras and Ensembles in our Military Service, Career and Education Opportunities SBO asked a four experienced band directors and others active in music education to share their thoughts about the importance of military bands. by Mike Lawson November 6, 2017