Does curriculum drive literature selection? Or does literature selection drive curriculum?
If choosing one option leaves you feeling a bit uncomfortable or dissatisfied, perhaps you’d agree that there is a two-way flow.
SmartPicks – Cartoon by Paul Hart
Cartoon by Paul Hart
Ensemble type: Concert Band
Difficulty: Medium Advanced
Recommended by: Ted Scalzo, Education Specialist
“If you want your students to improve their technical performance skills and have fun at the same time, this is your piece.
Lost, Now Found! Rediscovering Concert Band Titles from the Pandemic
It seems that we’re on the other side of the pandemic, with many school band programs rebuilding and returning to the sort of wonderful ensemble experiences that make them the worthwhile endeavors they are for all involved!
SmartPicks – Üsküdar arr. Robert W. Smith & Michael Story
Üsküdar arr. Robert W. Smith & Michael Story
Ensemble type: Concert Band
Difficulty: Grade 1
Recommended by: Ryan Laney, Publications Database Specialist
“Üsküdar is great piece that never fell flat with ANY of my ensembles.
SmartPicks – Perseus by Soon Hee Newbold
Perseus by Soon Hee Newbold
Ensemble type: String Orchestra
Difficulty: Grade 5
Recommended by: Giovanna Cruz, Director, Customer Services
Working Towards a Culturally Responsive Bandroom
Emerging research in the identity development of our students – and its impact on motivation and engagement – suggests the importance of using a culturally responsive pedagogy.
Programming Women Composers
If you spend any time on the internet, you are most likely aware of the current calls to program more music by women and people of color.