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Leadership Resolutions
Dr. Matthew Arau | January 8, 20242024 is here and with the arrival of January, many of us have taken the time to write out New Year’s Resolutions. This is the perfect opportunity to reset and re-chart our course for the remainder of the school year. When we resolve to do something, we commit with all our will and sincerity. A […] Read More... -
Getting to the Point! Comparative Articulation for Woodwinds – Part 1
Andrew J. Allen, Elise Naber Allen | January 8, 2024A director addresses their students: “Brass, let’s articulate some eighth notes: Ta ta Ta ta Ta ta Ta ta! 1! 2! 3! 4!” Perhaps there is a stray misfire here or there, but the results are quite pleasing! The director then draws their attention to the woodwinds: “Y’all are next! Ta ta Ta ta Ta […] Read More... -
The NAMM Show Highlights the Latest for Music Educators and Students
Mike Lawson | January 8, 2024The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) has an annual show. Now, you may think this is only for music industry insiders, but you’d be wrong. Yes, there are mind-blowing exhibits featuring everything under the sun connected with making music. But did you know NAMM has made you a priority? Check out these ongoing programs […] Read More... -
What I Learned About SBO+ Last Month
Thomas Palmatier | January 8, 2024In December I attended the Midwest Band & Orchestra Clinic in Chicago. There, I was able to meet many of our readers. We were handing out copies of our “50+ Directors Who Make a Difference” and quite a few of the awardees came by to take a picture at our booth. Most of them were […] Read More... -
New Edition for Popular “Jazz Educator’s Handbook” by Jeff Jarvis & Doug Beach
SBO Staff | January 3, 2024Kendor Music Publishing is thrilled to announce the second edition of The Jazz Educator’s Handbook by veteran jazz educators and composers Jeff Jarvis & Doug Beach. First published in 2002, The Jazz Educator’s Handbook is known as the most comprehensive yet accessible how-to handbook for jazz educators and band directors to build and maintain a […] Read More... -
Our 24th Annual 50+ Directors Who Make a Difference
SBO Staff | December 11, 2023SBO+: This is our 24th year of recognizing outstanding directors of music from each state. This year SBO+ expands this feature to “50+” with an educator from the District of Columbia and many choral directors. If you want to feel better about the state of music education, or are looking for inspiration for your own […] Read More... -
Tom’s Tips
Thomas Palmatier | December 11, 2023SBO+: I get asked to present quite a few conducting workshops, especially for busy music educators who may not have the time or money to attend the many summer symposia that are out there. From time to time, I will share some of the things I often include in those workshops. Your Equipment The baton […] Read More... -
Tone Deaf Comics
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You have a face for flute.” – Technical Sergeant Cara Dailey
SBO Staff | December 11, 2023Technical Sergeant Cara Dailey never expected an auspicious assessment by her elementary school music teacher would cultivate her love for music as well as share it with audiences and students as far and wide as possible. Her musical journey took her from Texas to the Midwest and back to make and teach music and raise […] Read More... -
Preview of ASTA Convention
Blair Williams | December 11, 2023The 2024 American String Teachers Association (ASTA) National Conference is collocating with the Suzuki Association of the Americas (SAA) March 20-23 in Louisville, Kentucky. The theme for the event is – Expanding and Connecting Communities: Come explore the many possibilities for teaching, playing, and engaging in music making. Attendees will get to experience two conferences […] Read More... -
The Gift of Presence
Dr. Matthew Arau | December 11, 2023When I was a young kid, I remember how excited I felt the morning of Christmas, waking up early and running into the living room to see what my stocking was stuffed with and to begin unwrapping my gifts. As I got older, I still enjoyed receiving but I also enjoyed giving gifts and seeing […] Read More... -
Mindful Modulation and the Music Teaching Profession
By Deborah A. Confredo | December 11, 2023Those of a certain age will remember the Weebles commercial jingle: “Weebles wobble but they don’t fall down!” You could poke them, nudge them, push them, hit them – they might stagger or totter but would never fall down. Music teachers are kind of like Weebles. Amid poking and pushing, through times that are rough, […] Read More...
