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Oct 3, 2024
From Rehearsals to Performances: Navigating October in Band and Orchestra [With Confidence]
Whether you're a brand new musician, or experienced enough to have an idea of what's coming, let's explore what you can typically expect...
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Aug 21, 2024
How to Start Band or Orchestra with Confidence [3 Success Tips]
Whether you’re picking up your instrument for the first time or you’ve been practicing all summer, follow these 3 tips...
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Jul 25, 2024
Back to School Checklist For Young Musicians [5 Ways to Get Ready]
Here are five steps you can take to help them get ready for the first day back to school band or orchestra.
Apr 17, 2024
More to Start Fewer to Quit - Issue 26
This month's MSFQ tips come from David F. Eccles, Orchestra Program and Upper School Director, The Lovett School in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Feb 28, 2024
Get help hosting a young musician recruitment event! [At no cost to you]
We understand the importance of hosting engaging recruitment events to attract potential music students, and are here to support you
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Feb 22, 2024
How to Get Ready for Festival Season [5 Tips for Band & Orchestra Students]
Festival Season can be just as exciting as it is challenging. Make the most of this season by going in prepared.
Here are 5 tips...
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Jan 9, 2024
3 Tips to Prep for Recruitment Season [Bringing in New Band & Orchestra Students]
Let's get ready to recruit new musicians! In this article we'll explore three ways to prepare yourself for recruiting new musicians
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Oct 27, 2023
4 Reasons to Upgrade Your Oboe [And When to Do It]
It can be hard to know when to upgrade, but there are many clear signs that it might be the right time to take the leap.
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Oct 27, 2023
How to Know When Time to Upgrade Your Tenor Saxophone [4 Signs]
It can be hard to know when to upgrade, but there are many clear signs that it might be the right time to take the leap.
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Oct 27, 2023
When To Upgrade Your Alto Saxophone [4 Ways to Know]
It can be hard to know when to upgrade, but there are many clear signs that it might be the right time to take the leap.
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Oct 27, 2023
When Should You Upgrade Your Clarinet? [4 Signs]
It can be hard to know when to upgrade, but there are many clear signs that it might be the right time to take the leap.
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Oct 27, 2023
4 Signs You Should You Upgrade Your Flute [How to Spot Them]
It can be hard to know when to upgrade, but there are many clear signs that it might be the right time to take the leap.
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Oct 27, 2023
When Should You Upgrade Your Euphonium [4 Signs]
It can be hard to know when to upgrade, but there are many clear signs that it might be the right time to take the leap.
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Oct 27, 2023
Why Should You Upgrade Your French Horn [4 Reasons]
It can be hard to know when to upgrade, but there are many clear signs that it might be the right time to take the leap.
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Oct 26, 2023
4 Reasons to Upgrade Your Trombone [When is it Time?]
It can be hard to know when to upgrade, but there are many clear signs that it might be the right time to take the leap.
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Oct 25, 2023
4 Signs You Should Upgrade Your Trumpet [How to Tell]
It can be hard to know when to upgrade, but there are many clear signs that it might be the right time to take the leap.