Intonation is an annual struggle in the middle school band classroom, but taking time early in students’ development to teach the concept will pay dividends for the rest of their lives.
Tips from the Field for Beginning Band: Flute, Clarinet, and Alto Sax
Every band director develops their own strategies to start beginning students. I would like to share with you some things that I have found to work for me over the years.
Embracing Similarities #2: What Orchestras Can Learn From Bands
Many commonalities exist between the band and orchestra, yet an unnecessary divide can develop between the two. In our previous post, we began to bridge this gap by looking at what bands can learn from orchestras.
Embracing Similarities #1: What Bands Can Learn From Orchestras
Many commonalities exist between the band and orchestra, yet an unnecessary divide can develop between the two. As leaders of large ensembles we are united by many common factors.