The Midwest Clinic takes place December 16-18, 2026 at McCormick Place West, and is one of the leading instrumental music education conferences in the world.
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Your Guide to The Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic
The Midwest Clinic takes place December 16-18, 2026, and even though it is already August, it’s never too early to start planning your Midwest trip!
Start the School Year Strong: How These MakeMusic Cloud Features Save Hours on Back-to-School Prep
Welcome back teachers and directors! The start of a new school year is filled with energy and excitement, but let’s be honest, it can also be filled with administrative hurdles.
From Zero to 100+ Instrumentalists: How Kim Rosenbaum Built a Thriving Music Program in the Center of Brooklyn
When Kimberly Rosenbaum walked into P.S. 197, The King’s Highway Academy, in central Brooklyn six years ago, she was met with an ambitious goal from her administration: build an instrumental music program from scratch.
From Field to Stage: How Rouse High School Built a Self-Correcting Band Culture Without the Burnout
Many band directors know the chaotic energy of a traditional Texas fall. Balancing a competitive state-level marching season with rigorous high school academics is already a monumental task.
Mini-Lessons to Get More Out of Your Sound Innovations Method Books
Most teachers have a handful of go-to exercises they rely on every day. Still, it can be helpful to have a new idea for getting a little more out of the lines you already teach.
The 10 Benefits of Music Education for Students
In discussions about student success, those who have already had meaningful experiences with the arts understand the unique value music education holds.
Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal Tip: What to Listen To?
When I work with jazz ensembles on style and phrasing, I strongly emphasize that everyone needs to know what instruments they are listening to – and why.
Searching for a Unicorn: Balance and Blend in Middle School Band
When I was describing the content of this article to a friend, she inadvertently suggested the title in her response; “Balance and blend for middle schoolers?