by Lance LaDuke | Jun 22, 2015 | Motivating Students
In this video, Lance gives advice on how to overcome obstacles that come up in practicing and performing. Check it out! About the Author LANCE LADUKE is internationally known as an educator, performer and creator. He teaches at Carnegie Mellon University as...
by Lance LaDuke | Jun 16, 2015 | Bandroom Tips, Motivating Students
Lance has a comical way to share some great lessons on how to get the most from your practice time. Check this out. About the Author LANCE LADUKE is internationally known as an educator, performer and creator. He teaches at Carnegie Mellon University as Artist...
by Scott Abrahamson | Dec 10, 2014 | Bandroom Tips
This tip for new music educators comes time proven based on my many years experience as a middle and high school band director, and fine arts administrator. Imagine the setting: you have just prepared your band room for what you expect to be a fantastic rehearsal....
by Richard House | Nov 24, 2014 | Motivating Students
Let’s face it, getting good grades can effectively motivate some students to practice, but many students, especially those at the secondary level, are more highly motivated through peer and social interactions. A systematic, well-administered challenge...
by Nick Mancini | Nov 24, 2014 | Motivating Students
There exists a popular saying; “No one has ever ‘gotten worse’ from practicing.” I suppose this is true. However, it is possible to “not get better” from practicing. This blog will address tried and true practice techniques that are...