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...

Band and orchestra directors have the power to make a lasting impression. Here are three ideas for kickstarting that impression...

Band and orchestra directors can both utilize and recognize the relationships they have to find success in the classroom. Our thoughts...

The number one thing band & orchestra directors can do is communicate. Use these tips to better communicate with your students and teachers.

This issue of the More to Start, Fewer to Quit (MSFQ) tips comes from Edward F. Protzman, director of bands and an assistant professor...

Congratulations on making it so close to the one-year mark with your flute rental. Here’s how players can continue to grow...

Whether you’re picking up your instrument for the first time or you’ve been practicing all summer, follow these 3 tips...

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

Here are five steps you can take to help them get ready for the first day back to school band or orchestra.

This issue of the More to Start, Fewer to Quit (MSFQ) tips comes from Dr. Craig Aarhus, Associate Director of Bands and Associate Professor

Tricia Moore (she/her/hers) is the Music Director at Canyon View Elementary School. We asked Tricia six questions about her life...

This month's recruitment, retention, and success tips come from Angela Ammerman, adjunct Professor of Music Education at George Mason...

Abby Francis (she/her/hers), originally from Illinois, is in her third year as the Director of Bands at Mountain View High School. 

We have some helpful ideas for giving your students the chance to experience new things to help retention.

Connect with every student, and work together to reach out to the community.

Scheduling your first performance for next school year, and letting your students know you care go a long way...

Tips for starting off each class right, and a 30 day summer practice challenge for your students.

Conflicting Responsibilities, involving current students in recruitment, and finding allies in your colleagues.

As the school year comes to a close, use a portion of your ensemble class time to explore careers and opportunities in music...

Consider asking your students to make videos that share their favorite things about music and being in your program. Starter questions...