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Mentorship in Music Education: Finding and Being a Mentor at Every Career Stage

Technology Issues and How to Overcome the Frustration

How to Practice When You Don't Have Time: Smart Strategies for Busy Musicians

Inconsistent Leadership: Frequent Administrative Turnover or Unclear Direction at the School/District Level

Investing in Teachers: The Missing Link in Education Reform

Band Director Burnout: How to Love Teaching Music Again

Instrument Repair 101: What to Do When Your Instrument Breaks

Where Does Music Fit In During the Era of High Stakes Testing?

Too Many Preps? How to Be An Effective Teacher with 5-8 Preps Daily

The Digital Divide: How to Engage Students in the Age of Distractive Technology

Difficult Administrators: How to Make Your Classroom (and Your Life) More Enjoyable

Degrees, Debt, and Dedication: How to Get Out of Student Loan Debt

How to Eat an Elephant: Rehearsing in Small, Musical Bites

Doing More With Less: The Silent Struggle of Increasing Teacher Demands

The Science of Music and Stress Relief: How 10 Minutes of Playing Can Reset Your Day

The Most Overqualified, Underpaid Workforce in America

Effectively Incorporating Technology into the Music Classroom

Preventing Laryngitis: Daily Habits for Music Teachers Who Use Their Voice All Day

Meeting Students Where They Are: Finding Excellence in the Journey

Now You're the Choir Director, Too. What To Do When Administration Gives You Even More Work

Building a Band Program with No Instruments: Where to Find Instruments and Funding

Meeting Community Needs While Nurturing Your Own Musical Philosophy

The Power of Call-and-Response: Bringing African Musical Traditions into Every Classroom

How to Keep Kids in Band: Strategies for Boosting Retention in Middle and High School

Band Rehearsal Hacks: How to Fix Intonation, Balance, and Blend in 20 Minutes or Less

Sight-Reading Made Simple: A Step-by-Step Guide for Student Success

Tips for Commissioning a Piece of Music for Your Band Program

Ode to the Marching Machine

Teaching Rhythm Through Movement: Body Percussion and Kinesthetic Learning Techniques

Does Natural Ability Exist? The Effects of Continual Practice Habits on Musical Aptitude

Adaptive Instruments and Technology: Making Music Accessible for Students with Physical Disabilities

Composing at Home: Technology You Need to Make Your Life Easier and Enhance Your Creativity

15-Minute Practice Sessions: Making Music Learning Sustainable for Busy Adults

How to Energize Your Marching Band Students When the Season Isn't Going as Expected

Interview with a Music Therapist: Education Requirements, Daily Responsibilities, and Career Growth

Don't Overlook the Classified Staff; What cooks, custodians, and secretaries can teach you about being a great teacher

Action Research in the Music Room: Documenting and Sharing Your Teaching Innovations

Visual Learning Strategies for Students with Dyslexia: Color-Coding and Alternative Notation Methods

Marching Band Basics: What They Never Taught You in College

Summer Recovery for Music Educators: Recharging Your Passion for Teaching

Conflict Resolution in Music Groups: Teaching Communication Skills Through Ensemble Work

Fixing the Flute Section Without Playing Flute

Celebrating Mistakes: How Music Learning Builds Resilience and Growth Mindset

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