May 19, 2010
New Buffet Wood Oboe for $1,500. Incredible!
Director Clinic - Santa Clara Vanguard and Pyware Drill Software
May 10, 2010
Just as music involves all aspects of learning (memory, recognition, emotion, motor control and perception), music education can work to stimulate..
Recruiting and Retention by Gary Gribble
May 03, 2010
Just as music involves all aspects of learning (memory, recognition, emotion, motor control and perception), music education can work to stimulate..
A Summer Missed.....Is A Summer Lost!! by Jerry Hoover
April 19, 2010
There is a high relationship between interest in school music and high self perception..
Beginning Band Recruitment Video.
April 12, 2010
96% of respondents to a U.S. Gallup Poll believe participation in a school band is a good way for children..
Violinist Plays Through Brain Surgery.
April 05, 2010
When a child learns by experience that music forges direct links between self and world..
Time To Train Your Audience courtesy of the MENC website.
March 29, 2010
The nation’s top business executives agree that arts education programs can help repair weaknesses in American education..
Instructions For Sightreading Contest by Julie Capps
March 22, 2010
Young children with developed rhythm skills perform better academically in early school years.
Some Thoughts For Young Trumpet Players by Paul Copenhaver
March 15, 2010
96% of respondents to a U.S. Gallup Poll believe participation in a school band is a good...
Does music improve student achievement, or do smart kids like to play music? by Matt Frederickson
March 08, 2010
The Fastest Drummer in the World, Johnny Rabb, is coming to Palen Music Center...
Timpani Pedal Adjustments by Phil Myers
March 01, 2010
The nation’s top business executives agree that arts education programs can help repair weaknesses in American education...
Reaction to Guest Editorial by Larry Bennett
February 22, 2010
88% of Americans believe participation in music helps teach children discipline.
What Adjudicators Want To Hear: Preparing Your Band for Success by Paul Copenhaver
February 15, 2010
A Columbia University study revealed that students in the arts are found to be more cooperative with teachers...
Take a Bite out of the Budget Crunch by Marvin Manring
February 08, 2010
Music has been linked to significantly higher test scores in writing.
Incredible Elementary Honor Band from Japan
February 01, 2010
The foremost technical designers and engineers in Silicon Valley are almost all practicing musicians......
Communication Website for School Band & Orchestra by Steve McClard
January 25, 2010
Children who have received music instruction scored higher marks on tests of their spatial and arithmetic skills.....
Guest Editorial by Bob Scott
January 18, 2010
Children who have received music instruction scored higher marks on tests of their spatial and arithmetic skills....
Guest Editorial by Bob Scott
January 11, 2010
Children given piano lessons significantly improved in their spatial-temporal IQ scores...
Parent Help: But I Don't Know A Thing About Music by Conn-Selmer
January 4, 2010
U.S. Department of Education data show that students who report consistently high levels of involvement in instrumental music during...
Crimson Corps adopt families for Christmas
December 14, 2009
College-age musicians are emotionally healthier than their non-musician counterparts...
Getting Back To The Concert Band Clarinet Sound Following Marching Season by James Gai
December 7, 2009
Music training helps under-achievers. Students lagging behind in scholastic...
How To Practice Nothing by George Shelby
November 23, 2009
The College Entrance Examination Board found that students in music..
Piano Stairs - You'll Enjoy This!
November 16, 2009
54% of American households reported having a least one musical instrument...
First Biannual John Philip Sousa Junior High Honor Band Info provided by Randy Mealer
November 9, 2009
Middle school and high school students who participated in instrumental music...
25 Ways To Strengthen Your Leadership Skills by Dr. Belva Worthen Prather
November 2, 2009
Students of lower socioeconomic status who took music lessons in grades...
Accurate Reading On Mallet Keyboard Instruments by Al Payson
October 26, 2009
Martin Gardiner of Brown University tracked the criminal records of Rhode Island...
Making the Transition from Marching Snare to Concert Snare by Brett Jones
October 19, 2009
95% of Americans in a 2003 Gallup Poll believe that music is a key component...
Technology On and Off the Field by Haili Sun
October 12, 2009
During moments of musical euphoria, blood travels through the brain to...
Online Missouri State Band Audition Recordings
October 5, 2009
Teaching through the arts motivates children and increases their aptitude...
Musical Accountability by Eric Matzat
May 18, 2009
Teaching through the arts motivates children and increases their aptitude...
New Buffet Wood Oboe for $1,500. Incredible!
Director Clinic - Santa Clara Vanguard and Pyware Drill Software
May 10, 2010
Just as music involves all aspects of learning (memory, recognition, emotion, motor control and perception), music education can work to stimulate..
Recruiting and Retention by Gary Gribble
May 03, 2010
Just as music involves all aspects of learning (memory, recognition, emotion, motor control and perception), music education can work to stimulate..
A Summer Missed.....Is A Summer Lost!! by Jerry Hoover
April 19, 2010
There is a high relationship between interest in school music and high self perception..
Beginning Band Recruitment Video.
April 12, 2010
96% of respondents to a U.S. Gallup Poll believe participation in a school band is a good way for children..
Violinist Plays Through Brain Surgery.
April 05, 2010
When a child learns by experience that music forges direct links between self and world..
Time To Train Your Audience courtesy of the MENC website.
March 29, 2010
The nation’s top business executives agree that arts education programs can help repair weaknesses in American education..
Instructions For Sightreading Contest by Julie Capps
March 22, 2010
Young children with developed rhythm skills perform better academically in early school years.
Some Thoughts For Young Trumpet Players by Paul Copenhaver
March 15, 2010
96% of respondents to a U.S. Gallup Poll believe participation in a school band is a good...
Does music improve student achievement, or do smart kids like to play music? by Matt Frederickson
March 08, 2010
The Fastest Drummer in the World, Johnny Rabb, is coming to Palen Music Center...
Timpani Pedal Adjustments by Phil Myers
March 01, 2010
The nation’s top business executives agree that arts education programs can help repair weaknesses in American education...
Reaction to Guest Editorial by Larry Bennett
February 22, 2010
88% of Americans believe participation in music helps teach children discipline.
What Adjudicators Want To Hear: Preparing Your Band for Success by Paul Copenhaver
February 15, 2010
A Columbia University study revealed that students in the arts are found to be more cooperative with teachers...
Take a Bite out of the Budget Crunch by Marvin Manring
February 08, 2010
Music has been linked to significantly higher test scores in writing.
Incredible Elementary Honor Band from Japan
February 01, 2010
The foremost technical designers and engineers in Silicon Valley are almost all practicing musicians......
Communication Website for School Band & Orchestra by Steve McClard
January 25, 2010
Children who have received music instruction scored higher marks on tests of their spatial and arithmetic skills.....
Guest Editorial by Bob Scott
January 18, 2010
Children who have received music instruction scored higher marks on tests of their spatial and arithmetic skills....
Guest Editorial by Bob Scott
January 11, 2010
Children given piano lessons significantly improved in their spatial-temporal IQ scores...
Parent Help: But I Don't Know A Thing About Music by Conn-Selmer
January 4, 2010
U.S. Department of Education data show that students who report consistently high levels of involvement in instrumental music during...
Crimson Corps adopt families for Christmas
December 14, 2009
College-age musicians are emotionally healthier than their non-musician counterparts...
Getting Back To The Concert Band Clarinet Sound Following Marching Season by James Gai
December 7, 2009
Music training helps under-achievers. Students lagging behind in scholastic...
How To Practice Nothing by George Shelby
November 23, 2009
The College Entrance Examination Board found that students in music..
Piano Stairs - You'll Enjoy This!
November 16, 2009
54% of American households reported having a least one musical instrument...
First Biannual John Philip Sousa Junior High Honor Band Info provided by Randy Mealer
November 9, 2009
Middle school and high school students who participated in instrumental music...
25 Ways To Strengthen Your Leadership Skills by Dr. Belva Worthen Prather
November 2, 2009
Students of lower socioeconomic status who took music lessons in grades...
Accurate Reading On Mallet Keyboard Instruments by Al Payson
October 26, 2009
Martin Gardiner of Brown University tracked the criminal records of Rhode Island...
Making the Transition from Marching Snare to Concert Snare by Brett Jones
October 19, 2009
95% of Americans in a 2003 Gallup Poll believe that music is a key component...
Technology On and Off the Field by Haili Sun
October 12, 2009
During moments of musical euphoria, blood travels through the brain to...
Online Missouri State Band Audition Recordings
October 5, 2009
Teaching through the arts motivates children and increases their aptitude...
Musical Accountability by Eric Matzat
May 18, 2009
Teaching through the arts motivates children and increases their aptitude...
Free Staff Paper
May 11, 2009
In 2003, 54% of American households reported having at least one musical...
In 2003, 54% of American households reported having at least one musical...
Helpful Beginning Band Recruiting Materials
May 5, 2009
During Moments of Musical Euphoria...
During Moments of Musical Euphoria...
Money, Money, Money...
April 27, 2009
Teaching through the arts motivates children and increases their aptitude for...
Teaching through the arts motivates children and increases their aptitude for...
Where's My Bailout? Right Here! -- By Bob Morrison
April 20, 2009
Music enhances the process of learning. The systems they nourish, which include...
Music enhances the process of learning. The systems they nourish, which include...
Summer Music Camp Opportunities
April 13, 2009
Students who were exposed to music-based lessons scored a full 100% higher...
Students who were exposed to music-based lessons scored a full 100% higher...
25 Ways to Strengthen Your Leadership Skills -- by Dr. Belva Worthen Prather
April 6, 2009
A Survey of 7500 University Students Revealed...
A Survey of 7500 University Students Revealed...
Success in Your First Years of Teaching: Some Helpful Advice -- By David Branson
March 30, 2009
78% of Americans Feel learning a musical instrument helps students
78% of Americans Feel learning a musical instrument helps students
Can I Sell Recordings of my Band?
March 23, 2009
With music in schools, students connect to each other better-greater camaraderie...
With music in schools, students connect to each other better-greater camaraderie...
The Power of Four Little Words - Eric Matzat
March 16, 2009
Nine out of ten adults and teenagers who play instruments agree...
Nine out of ten adults and teenagers who play instruments agree...
Sight Reading -- The Good, The Bad, The Ugle - Paul Copenhaver
March 9, 2009
Students who participate in students who participate in school band or orchestra...
Students who participate in students who participate in school band or orchestra...
Coach Wooden on Leadership
95% of Americans in a 2003 Gallup Poll believe that music...
An Important Partner: The Music Dealer - Ella Wilcox
February 23, 2009
71% of Americans surveyed by the Gallup Poll believe that teenagers...
February 16, 2009
The College Entrance Examination Board found that students involved in public school music programs scored...
Great Article on Overcoming Fear
February 9, 2009
Music Majors are the Most Likely Group of College Grads to be Admitted to Medical School
Good Teachers Learn to Evaluate Themselves As Well As Their Students - Donald DeRoche, Ph.D.
Keeping in touch with your band students, parents, and staff through mass texting
Attention Directors -- Make Your Plans Now!
Check Out the Latest Music Advocacy Studies
Disney Jazz Celebration -- February 19-21, 2009
It Only Takes a Moment to Make Someone's Day
Proceed with Care by Nilo Hovey
From the Theatre of the Mind to the Downbeat on the Field by Bobby Hullett
What to do for Students with Braces by Jim Donaldson
Drum Major Salutesby Randy Gilmore
What To Do For Students With Braces by Jim Donaldson
Maintenance During the Performance Season by Chuck Hagler
Woman Fends Off Burglars With Musical Instrument
Three Rehearsal Tips As You Head Into The School Year
Parents Help Schools Get Free Musical Instruments
Palen Music Center Unveils New Website
Stockton Black Walnut Parade
Updated Recruiting Materials Available
Quick Note on Vacation
Development of a Beginning Grade School Band
Summer Music Camp Opportunities
Beginners Always Need High-Quality Instruments To Succeed In Their Music by John Whyte
Yamaha Announces The Hub
Excuses, Excuses
Three Levels of Listening
Study Reveals Teen's Strong Commitment to Music and Music Making
Recruit, Retain and Train Your Low Brass Section by Dr. Thomas Bough
PMC to Give Away a Professional English Horn
Congratulations to Mark Schmedinghoff and Heather Jones
Incredible Deals on High End Basses
Hints for Solo and Ensemble Contest by Dr. Belva Prather
Special on Cutting The Changes
Marceline HS Graduate Now Assistant Drum Major of "The President's Own" Marine Band
Wonderful Music Listening Site - www.pandora.com
Parent Help: But I Don't Know A Thing About Music
Amplifying the Front Ensemble: How To and How Much? by Rob Ferguson
Tips on Tuning a Double French Horn
How NOT To Discipline Your Band Students (CNN Video)
Beginning Bass Mega-Resource!
Right Hand Horn Position by Lisa Casey
Please Help Me Pay The Bills (Securing Corporate Sponsors)
Music Theory Website: eMusicTheory.com
Palen Music Takes Directors to Midwest Clinic in Chicago
Director Feedback to Quick Note - Student Growth Plan
Getting Back To The Concert Band Clarinet Sound Following Marching Season by James Gai
Music Lessons Pay Off In Higher Earnings
Band and Orchestra Intonation: Teaching an Ensemble Skill by James South
Approaches to "Recording a Jazz Band" by Scott Harris
Off-Season Maintenance of Marching Drums by John Paul Chapman
To Compete Or Not To Compete by Janel Healey
What A Place!: Tips for Playing in a Dome by Paul Baur
Three Tips For Cleaning Drill Efficiently by Rob Stein
Responses: How Do You Handle A Lazy Rehearsal?
How Do You Handle A Lazy Rehearsal?
Q: What kind of damage does playing in the rain do to marching percussion? How should wet battery equipment be cared for? Do I necessarily have to change the heads after a rain performance?
Portrait of a Music Educator - John Eubanks Passed Away on Friday
Instrumental Teacher's Guides
Palen Music Supports Camp Barnabas
Online Rental Portal Available
DCI Broadcast Tomorrow
Smartboard + SmartMusic = Success by Wayne Root
Online Rental Portal Available
PAS Percussion Clinics in Kansas City
U.S. House Resolution Supporting School-Based Music Education Passes Unanimously
BNB& Recruiting Materials Coming Soon
Quick Note on Vacation
A Summer Missed....Is A Summer Lost by Jerry Hoover
Exciting New Recruitment Materials Coming Soon
A Few More Summer Music Camp Opportunities
News From The Midwest Clinic
Scholarship Available from MWBDA
Summer Music Camp Opportunities
Summer Music Camp Opportunities
Have A Successful Clinic by Alan Raph
We Want to Makeover your Room
Graduate Assistant Search
Summer Music Camp Info Needed
Midwest Clinic Housing Information
The Making of a Flute (video)
The Making of a Trumpet (handout)
An Ounce of Prevention by Jerry Rowden
Music Jeopardy Game by Jeff Lean
Artistic Music for Young Band (Grade II and III) by Dr. Brian Hopwood
Effective Score Preparation and Study: Preparing Yourself for Productive Rehearsal by Barry Bernhardt
Good Foundations for Successful Festival Performance by Dr. Joseph Parisi
Music Preparation Sequence by David Robinson
Band Repertoire by Dr. Brian Hopwood
What Is Your Mission Statement?
MO Percussive Arts Society Clinic at MMEA
Palen Music Center Sponsors Eugene Corporon Clinic in Joplin
Yamaha Band Instrument Streaming Video Series
JH Jazz Band -- Success Lies Within the Warm-ups by Diana Williams
Ten Hot Tips by Mimi Stillman
Music Advocacy Series: Can Music Really Make You Smarter?
Some Typical Bassoon Problems, Their Possible Explanations, and Solutions by Michael Burns
Midwest Clinic is Coming
Why Won't My Clarinet Play? by Christopher Zello
25 Ways To Strengthen Leadership Skills by Dr. Prather
Tuba Survey Results by Gregory Irvine
Free Finale Notepad
Raise Your Hand! by Aaron Bryan
Free Finale Notepad
Victor Wooten Coming to Springfield PMC
Boost Your Band Website by John Devos
Thank You For A Great Rental Season
What Makes Good Teachers and Students? by Douglas Yeo
Accurate Reading On Mallet Keyboard Instruments by Al Payson
Touch and Say...Then Play by Eric Matzat
Sir Malcolm Arnold Passes Away
Portfolios: A Systematic Approach to the Practice Room by Craig Finger
Music Training Boosts the Brain
State Band Audition Recordings Available Online
Percentage of Americans Who Believe...
Music Educator Websites
Marching Percussion Instrumentation by James Campbell
State Music Educator Websites
Cool Internet Shortcut
Maynard Ferguson 1928-2006
Lengthening the Life of a Rifle: The Importance of Taping Rifles by John Sullivan
Online Rental Portal Available
DCI on ESPN2 on September 7
Did You Catch Us In 417 Magazine?
PMC Moves To A Beautiful New Columbia Location
Lengthening the Life of a Rifle: The Importance of Taping Rifles by John Sullivan
Quick Note On Vacation/ Highlights from the Year
Beginners Always Need High-Quality Instruments To Succeed In Their Music by John Whyte
Avoiding Band Burnout - Seeking Inspiration
Summer Music Camp Opportunities
Spring Concert Dates - Updated
PMC Repair Staff Attends NAPBIRT
Summer Music Camp Opportunities
Spring Concert Dates
Your Kids Will Love This! (Music Racer Theory Website)
Grants for MBA
Feedback from "Can I Sell Recordings Of My Band?"
Spring Concert Dates Requested
The Power of Four Little Words by Eric Matzat
Can I Sell Recordings Of My Band?
Yes....It Can Rain On Your Parade by Diana Williams
Playing With The Big Kids by David Knight
Jump On That Rudiment Sheet
Oboes For Idgets by Amy Hinson
Online Woodwind Fingering Charts
Sight Reading Tips by Bob Holden
Kenton Concert
Job Postings
March is Music in the Schools Month
Nevada Band Festival
PMC Percussion Teacher to be Featured with 311
Magical Practice by Jerry Hoover
Time To Train Your Audience -- Concert Etiquette
Online Classroom Timer
Music Education Statistics and Information
Caring For Your Reeds by Dr. Cheryl Cifelli
Hints For Solo and Ensemble Contest by Dr. Belva Prather
Ten Ways To Recruit Middle School Students Into High School Band by Steve Hayes
Incredible Music Theory Site -- You've Gotta Use This!
Preparation For Spring Semester -- Two Things To Start Thinking About Now by Mike Brown
Website Gets A Facelift
Brassy Caroling by Ed Pfueller
Maintaining Your Instrument Inventory's Health by Marvin Manring
Have Fun At Your First Concert by Eric Matzat
Free Sheet Music
Southwest Baptist Music Department
A Bad Instrument Is A Very Bad Reason For Any Child To Lose Interest In Band by NAPBIRT
Spotlight On Area College Music Websites
Have You Thought About Home Recitals? by Jerry Hoover
Spotlight On Liberty
Web Spotlight: Creating A Grading Rubric
Successful All-State Band Audition Guidelines - Preparation Outline by Ann Goodwin and Paul Copenhaver
Get Some Help From Audition Recordings
Free Online Metronome
Maintain Your Clarinet by Mike Lutley
Hammons Hall For The Performing Arts Events
Trip Preparation Is The Key by Eric Matzat
Utilize Your Drum Major by Rusty Raymond
World's Fastest Drummer Comes To Palen Music
What To Do For Students With Braces by Jim Donaldson
Keep It Fresh by Michael Knight
Survival Tips For New Teachers by Mike Croom
Use Cable Ties For Quick Brace Repairs by Jerry Rowden
Weekly Web Spotlight: Online Music Flash Cards
Avoiding Conflicts With Rehearsal Schedules by Troy Peterson
Weekly Web Spotlight: Midwest Marching Competitions
DCI Broadcast on ESPN2
Musical Accountability - Test It! by Eric Matzat
Online Interactive Scale Sheets from Sibelius Music
Helpful Web Links To State Music Organizations
DCI On ESPN2 Tonight
District Audition Hints - Prepare Those Scales! by Keith Reuther
Check Out The Groups To Perform At The MMEA Conference In January