In this episode, Dr. Peter Boonshaft shares helpful advice for students on how to become stronger musicians in a band setting. From listening more intentionally to playing with...

Welcome to Episode 4 of Play & Learn with Jupiter! In this episode, Jupiter Artist Amy Chambers shares breaks down the basics of articulation—helping student musicians improve...

Welcome to Episode 3 of Learn & Play with Jupiter! In this episode, Jupiter Artist Amy Chambers shares essential tips and techniques for developing clean and confident tonguing...

Teaching students to play "over the break" doesn’t need to be overwhelming. Actually, we should probably avoid using the term altogether, and teach these notes just like any new...

Getting the perfect clarinet sound starts with proper tuning and intonation! In Episode 2 of Play & Learn with Jupiter, Jupiter artist Amy Chambers shares expert tips on how to...

“How in the world do you make a sound on this thing?” I asked my parents as we opened the case of my rented student flute in the fall of my 6th grade year. I knew enough to wait...

To support you in creating impactful Orff-Schulwerk compositions, here are key insights from some of the judges who helped develop our Sonor Orff Composition Contest evaluation...

Welcome to Episode 1 of Play & Learn with Jupiter! Join Jupiter artist Amy Chambers as she dives into the essentials of producing a rich, beautiful clarinet tone. Whether you’re...

One of the biggest questions in beginning percussion pedagogy is when to start mallets vs when to start drumming on a practice pad. This is an important question that is inspired...