Many times, in my career I have talked with piano players who couldn’t relate to the joint music making experience,...
By Jesse Nolan The 16th Annual Jazz Education Network (JEN) Conference, held from January 8-11, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia,...
Sun, desert skies, and legendary venues await your student performers in the Southwest. From mariachi to marching bands, the Southwest celebrates music in all forms…
The Northwest may be tucked away in the corner of the country, but it’s home to some of the most breathtaking landscapes and musically-rich cities…
From Broadway lights to historic concert halls, the Northeast is packed with cultural powerhouses and unforgettable performance opportunities for school music groups. Whether it’s a…
The Midwest is the heartbeat of America — and it beats in 4/4 time. Rich with musical history, cultural diversity, and world-class performance spaces, the…
I have been teaching for a long time—45 years. My parents have always been completely supportive of my decision to...
Turn up the volume! Recordings of Kendor’s upcoming jazz charts are available for streaming. You can listen through the hub...
Student musicians often read a dynamic marking (like “mp”) and associate it with one static volume level. I often tell...
Recruitment Tip - Everyone Can Benefit When recruiting, our focus is often on increasing student participation to sustain and grow...
Student musicians often read a dynamic marking (like “mp”) and associate it with one static volume level. I often tell them, from a composer’s perspective, a dynamic marking is intended...
Recruitment Tip - Everyone Can Benefit When recruiting, our focus is often on increasing student participation to sustain and grow our programs. However, we can add deeper meaning and broader...
Selecting repertoire for your jazz groups is (of course) every bit as important as choosing material for your other concert ensembles. Chances are that you and your students will be...
Flexible ensemble literature opens the door to better outcomes for you and your students. The goal is always to make music, but that becomes challenging when you're missing key instruments,...
As a dedicated music educator, you are likely feeling the ripple effects of tariffs These have led to increased costs on imported musical instruments and accessories, creating a significant burden...
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