Notes From the Cellar - MY BLOG ##concertband

Here's why a Commissioned Work for a Music Ensemble Costs so Much.

Teaching the nuances of dynamics in music to teen age students can be tricky. Read about some great methods here.

Find out where the balance between the expectations of Band Directors and Composers/Arrangers should be.

How to know when to let someone go from a music ensemble.

Use these strategies to help you inspire and motivate your band to play their best after a break.

Here is how to realize the joy and fulfillment of playing on a Concert Band and how to overcome the challenges of playing in one.