Education Resources
Moving Away From Perfectionism In Music Education
If you teach older students in your private studio, you might have noticed the same thing that I have: these students often want to be perfect. While I first noticed...
7 Easy Things Parents Can Do Right Now to Extend Their Child’s Musical Life
Many parents find small ways to help their children with school homework each day. They also may know the basics of how to help their children with...
Integrating Writing with Band: Program Notes
At some point, band directors are asked to embrace a curriculum mandate that is not easily implemented within the teaching style of a band class. When faced with...
Drum Corps Participation Benefits Marching Bands
Drum Corps and marching bands come in all different shapes, styles, sizes but when it boils down to it most of them share commonalities. Those similarities have less...
Lance LaDuke Tip of the Week: Week 5
Knowing where you are going is only part of the story. What’s your plan for getting there? If you find this useful, share with another musician!
Taking Students to the Next Level Through Exposure and Immersion
When looking back at my years in high school band, I think about the opportunities my high school band directors offered me and how they have influenced my musical...
Lance LaDuke: Music Practice Coach Tip of the Week, Week 4
Sometimes, the most important thing you bring with you is positivity. Be dialed in. Be positive. Be present.
Lance LaDuke: Music Practice Coach Tip of the Week, Week 3
In this video, Lance gives advice on how to overcome obstacles that come up in practicing and performing. Check it out!
Lance LaDuke: Music Practice Coach Tip of the Week: Week 2
Lance has a comical way to share some great lessons on how to get the most from your practice time. Check this out.