Resources

I grew up in a home with a grand piano. Although today a trim electric keyboard or other nifty digital...

Students continue to participate in our music programs because they cannot imagine school without the meaningful engagement that our courses...

SBO’s 2015 Essay Scholarship Contest deadline is fast approaching. Music students in grades four through 12 can enter by answering in 250 words...

Considering the literal beating that drums and related equipment take on a regular basis, care and maintenance of snares and...

 What technicians want you to know about caring for brass instrumentsFor student musicians, an underperforming instrument can be the difference...

A conversation with the author of Habits of a Successful Band Director In 2003, Scott Rush, then director of bands at...

Educators weigh in on the latest trends in professional development From keeping up with the latest pedagogical trends to becoming eligible...

Four directors discuss the evolution of Summer Music Camp offerings in their areasOnce again, even as a harsh winter just...

Trends and Tips on Instrument Rental ProgramsMusical instruments can be expensive, and this financial burden may be a significant hurdle...

Help Select the Best Tools for Schools from the 2014 Winter NAMM ShowHelp select the 2014 Best Tools for Schools on display...

SBO conducted another great presentation at the 2013 NAMM Show in Anaheim, California, with educators perusing the convention floor, poring...

Calling in the Cavalry: Resources for K-12 music educators at colleges and universitiesBy Eliahu SussmanOften located in a remote corner...