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More to Start Fewer to Quit - Issue 32
This edition of the More to Start, Fewer to Quit (MSFQ) tips is written by Dr. Craig Aarhus, Associate Director of Bands...
Mar 20

More to Start Fewer to Quit - Issue 31
This issue of the More to Start, Fewer to Quit (MSFQ) tips comes from Marcia Neel, senior director of education, Yamaha...
Oct 10, 2024

More to Start Fewer to Quit - Issue 29
This issue of the More to Start, Fewer to Quit (MSFQ) tips comes from Dr. Charles T. Menghini, President Emeritus of VanderCook College...
Aug 20, 2024

More to Start Fewer to Quit - Issue 27
This month's recruitment, retention, and success tips come from Angela Ammerman, adjunct Professor of Music Education at George Mason...
May 16, 2024
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Being Flexible is the Key to Student Retention [Keep Things Positive]
Conflicting Responsibilities, involving current students in recruitment, and finding allies in your colleagues.
Apr 17, 2024

More to Start Fewer to Quit - Issue 25
This month's MSFQ tips come from Dr. Charles T. Menghini, President Emeritus, VanderCook College of Music
Mar 28, 2024

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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
Feb 28, 2024

More to Start Fewer to Quit - Issue 24
This month's MSFQ tips come from Yamaha Master Educator and retired director of bands at Hill Country Middle School Cheryl Floyd.
Feb 22, 2024

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Instrumental Music Center Wins Award for Support of Music Education [The NAMM Show 2024]
A few weeks ago at The NAMM Show in Anaheim California we were awarded "Best Marketing & Sales Promotion" for this recruitment project.
Feb 8, 2024

More to Start Fewer to Quit - Issue 23
This month's recruitment, retention, and success tips come from Edward F. Protzman, Director of Bands at Portland State University
Jan 29, 2024
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Involve Students in Your Recruitment Efforts [3 Tips]
In this article explore how you can involve your current students in your recruitment efforts, and how you can relate to future ones.
Jan 15, 2024
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Creative Ideas for Recruitment [Relate to New Students and Other Educators]
Pique Interest and Find Common Ground. In this article we'll find ways you can connect with potential musicians and your fellow teachers...
Jan 12, 2024
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Recruitment Event Activities [How to Engage Prospective Students]
What should recruitment events look like? In this article we'll explore three more actions you can take this week to prepare...
Jan 12, 2024
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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
Jan 9, 2024

More to Start Fewer to Quit - Issue 22
This month's recruitment, retention, and success tips come from Don Stinson.
Dec 21, 2023

More to Start Fewer to Quit - Issue 21
This month's MSFQ tips come from Marcia Neel, Music Achievement Council Education Advisor and Senior Director of Education for Yamaha
Nov 30, 2023

More to Start Fewer to Quit - Issue 20
This month's MSFQ tips come from Dr. Charles T. Menghini, President Emeritus, VanderCook College of Music.
Oct 26, 2023

More to Start Fewer to Quit - Issue 18
This month's MSFQ tips come from Yamaha Master Educator and retired director of bands at Hill Country Middle School Cheryl Floyd.
Aug 31, 2023

More to Start Fewer to Quit - Issue 2
This month's MSFQ tips come from Senior Director of Education at Yamaha and president of Music Education Consultants, Inc. Marcia Neel.
Apr 12, 2022