Over a Half-Century of Music Education
Over a Half-Century of Music Education A teacher in Louisiana looks back and continues to forge ahead. By Lisa Ferber This article first appeared in the October 2018 issue of…
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How Storytelling Can Promote Rejuvenation in a Classroom
The Power of Pause How Storytelling Can Promote Rejuvenation in a Classroom By NAfME Member Lori Schwartz Reichl This article was originally published in the December 2016 teacher edition…
The Mysterious Case of the HOOK in the Soundatorium
The Mysterious Case of the HOOK in the Soundatorium By NAfME Member Angela Ammerman Undulating and turbulent, lines of Brahms poured out of Mr. Linton’s door, coating the…
Fostering Independent Musicians in the Choral Classroom
Fostering Independent Musicians in the Choral Classroom By NAfME Member Karla McClain My favorite sound in the whole world is when my entire choir is independently practicing…
Practicing Sight Reading Year-Round with Your Band
Practicing Sight Reading Year-Round with Your Band By Asa Burk This article first appeared on Cued In, The J. W. Pepper Blog. Sight reading is a wonderful assessment of musical…
Ways to Mix Up Your Large Ensemble Rehearsals
Ways to Mix Up Your Large Ensemble Rehearsals By NAfME Member Meghan Cabral This article originally appeared on the Band Director’s Talk Shop blog. Sometimes you just need a…
Technology Ideas for Your Music Program and Rehearsals
How to Flip Your Classroom: Technology Ideas for Your Music Program and Rehearsals By NAfME Member Meghan Cabral Article originally published in New York State Band Directors Association’s Band Stand. Classroom…
Building Musicianship with a Collaborative Approach during Your Orchestra Rehearsal
Building Musicianship with a Collaborative Approach during Your Orchestra Rehearsal By NAfME Member Lisa Caravan What reasons stand in our way of creating a stunning musical performance? The Dilemma Too…
Focusing on Expressive Musicianship Strengthens Musical Development
The Whole Enchilada: Focusing on Expressive Musicianship Strengthens Musical Development By NAfME members Sarah Allen, Robert Duke, Amy Simmons, and Carla Cash The goals of practice encompass the creation, refinement,…
Teaching Repertoire and Reading Skills Simultaneously
Stronger Together—Teaching Repertoire and Reading Skills Simultaneously By NAfME Member Dr. Eva FloydAssistant Professor of Choral Music EducationUniversity of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music Does your rehearsal structure look like…
