Education Resources
Fast Forward: Student Reflections on School Band | Movement 3: Self-Expression
Five years ago, Jupiter filmed a commercial with an enthusiastic group of middle school band students. As they neared completion of their senior year in high school, we visited...
How To Motivate Struggling Players
Motivating students to greatness—or even “goodness” on their instruments—has always been a challenge for band directors everywhere. Since the Covid-19 pandemic, that challenge...
Intonation Training – Developing a Lifetime Skill
In our lives, we thrill in finding the answers to mysteries, solving riddles, or discovering secrets. Teaching students to be sensitive and accurate with pitch and intonation can...
Fast Forward: Student Reflections on School Band | Movement 2: Band Family
Five years ago, Jupiter filmed a commercial with an enthusiastic group of middle school band students. As they neared completion of their senior year in high school, we visited...
Thoughts From A Recovering Band Nitwit
Full Disclosure: I was “that kid” in the back, planting giggle-worthy ideas in other kids' heads. It’s the blessing/curse of being a low brass player. I was a decent young...
Fast Forward: Student Reflections on School Band | Movement 1: Personal Growth
Five years ago, Jupiter filmed a commercial with an enthusiastic group of middle school band students. As they neared completion of their senior year in high school, we visited...
Quick Tips and Ideas for Better Rehearsal Techniques
Rehearsal time is precious. As music teachers, it can be some of our most rewarding and exciting moments. But, I think we can all agree that rehearsal time can also be some of...
Recruit The Next Generation of Band Members Through Pre-Band
Imagine that your students in beginning band show up on the first day of class with some basic instrumental skills including embouchure, air support, and knowledge of instrument...
Music Educator Back to School “Toolbox”
Welcome to a new school year; another year to share the gift of music. If this is your first year teaching, congratulations, and thank you for committing yourself to a...