Band Director Tips for Brushing Up on their Percussion Knowledge

Band Director Tips for Brushing Up on their Percussion Knowledge

In this episode of The Music Educator Podcast, we're talking all things percussion! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, you won't want to miss our tips for brushing up on your percussion knowledge. From understanding different percussion resources online to live experiences, we've got you covered. So grab your headphones and subscribe to The Music Educator Podcast for this exciting episode and more! Want to ADVERTISE your SERVICE or PRODUCT to a highly focused Music Education audience. Then ADVERTISE HERE! https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=MUSICED Promo Code = MUSICED Do You Get Value From The Show? Consider Supporting the Show with a $3 Donation. https://glow.fm/themusiceducatorpodcast/

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March 6, 2023 6 min

In this episode of The Music Educator Podcast, we're talking all things percussion! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, you won't want to miss our tips for brushing up on your percussion knowledge. From understanding different percussion resources online to live experiences, we've got you covered. So grab your headphones and subscribe to The Music Educator Podcast for this exciting episode and more!

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In today's episode we are going dive into the logistics of jazz band set-ups as well as provide a short history of jazz origins. Enjoy.

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MIDI has been around since the the late 1970s to 1980s. This tool has allowed us to grow technologically and musically. Listen to learn more!

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America's music history is interconnected with its overall identity. One particularly important American created instrument is the Banjo. This thrilling five-string instrument was played by many thousands of people and yet, by 1940 many of the secrets of banjo performance had disappeared.

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The Oboe is a beautiful instrument that is adored in the classical world. It requires regular practice and a set of craftsman skills for creating reeds. Unlike most woodwinds, the Oboe is a double reed instrument that comes chalked full of unique problems and challenges. In today's episode we will summarize Mr. Charles West's book, "Woodwind Methods, An Essential Resource for Educators, Conductors and Students" about Common Problem...

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The Bassoon is a unique instrument that is often performed by the few and the brave. It has its quirks and adds a singular quality of sound that contributes to classical music quite well. In today's episodewe will summarize Mr. Charles West's book, " Woodwind Methods, An Essential Resource for Educators, Conductors and Students" about Common Problems of the Bassoon. I have found this book to be invaluable and recommend this book to...

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Seasoned educators often provide valuable tips and recommendations for warm-ups. The real challenge is to not allow a daily warm-up to turn into something that is so mundane that the student brain processes start to flat line. Today we are going to introduce ideas for warming up your band starting with the circle of 4ths.

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In today's episode, host Bill Stevens goes unscripted to talk about new teacher week and provides some helpful advice for those just entering the profession.

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Student development occurs as a result of reciprocal give-and-take actions between the teacher and the pupil. This means that the well rounded teacher needs to support his or her students outside of the classroom. Consequently, this simple task of expressed interest in a child reaps benefits within the classroom.

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Want to get your students involved? Then you are "Just Like Me!" Today's bonus quick tip, "Just Like Me," provides viewers an activating strategy that you can modify based on the class you are teaching. It also works well as an icebreaker. The strategy is called Just Like Me! Let's Learn More!

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Today’s Quick Tip of the Day comes from Mike Roberts’ book Hacking Classroom Management. Today's tip is to remember it's a classroom, not boot camp. In today's bonus quick tip we will be identifing six steps to a more modern approach to classroom management.

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In today' s episode of The Music Educator Podcast we are lucky to showcase a true professional in the field of music education, Mr. David Knott. Mr. Knott provides valuable, practical and relevant teaching strategies for everyone who teaches percussion. Take the time to listen to the entire interview for some helpful teaching techniques you can use tomorrow in class. In addition, Mr. Knott has provided listeners a valuable and down...

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Today's Bonus Quick Tip: 7 Tips for the New Music Elementary Teacher come to you from Ms. Emily Conroy. Check out Ms. Conroy's blog post for 7 Tips for the New Music Teacher on her link HERE:(https://blog.teacherspayteachers.com/7-tips-new-elementary-music-teachers/)

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What is Tuba Christmas you may ask. It is a special holiday celebration for the entire tuba family! Whether you are a tuba, sousaphone, baritone, or euphonium player. You are invited to perform in any number of venues around the world. Learn more about what makes Tuba Christmas special today!

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The trombone is a unique and fun instrument to play. But what are the differences between the tenor trombone and the bass trombone? Lets start by identifying what makes the trombone, in general, unique...

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Every music education major graduates college with high expectations and dreams to fill a room. However, there is a always a BIG transition that each successful music educator must go through in order to become a good teacher. The following are some unfortunate, but all too common mistakes that young band directors make.

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Learn about the "Five Interval Qualities" that every musician comes to know. In today's bonus quick tip we will learn what these intervals are called and what makes them unique.

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Choosing a Method book for your band, orchestra or guitar class can be quite the task. It takes a moment from you, the music educator, to reflect on what is most important for your beginning students to learn. Most learn choosing a method book ends with a comprimise between a book and additional supplimental material. Take a moment, with Don, to ask yourself what what matters to me when selecting a method book.

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A popular edtech tool named Classroomscreen has received an overhaul. Classroomscreen is an online tool that allows you to display the instructions of your lesson in a clear and visually attractive way. In today's Bonus Quick Tip of the Day we are going to identify the valuable benefits of Classroomscreen. Check out classroomscreen for free or pay for the pro version of classroomscreen to get all the extra benefits. All teachers ga...

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What is the brass musician to do if he or she expects to fully develop his or her musical abilities? To gracefully perform with technical facility, tonal beauty, and musical taste is what we plan to answer in today's "Checklist for Improving Brass Instrument Performance."

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