John Phillips discusses considerations for small bands, those heading to a big contest for the first time, and bands with a new director.

Percussionist Clif Walker compares writing for each activity, plus shares advice about arranging and having a successful career.

Practical advice on getting your ensemble ready for adjudication.

Advice on finding the right pieces with the right difficulty and elements to help your students grow through the process.

Choose music to keep your percussionists busy, improve their technique, and make sure they are constantly learning.

Dr. Tom Lukowicz share important info on air, buzzing, tongue placement, and volume.

Dr. Amy Bliss shares info on the difference between a baritone and a euphonium, holding the horn correctly, and doubling.

Optional positions, slide technique, correct use of air, and much more.

Ben Gunnarson says the trumpet can be finicky and we must help our students play with confidence and play for the occasion.

Jim Price talks about mouthpieces, cleaning the horn, the difficulty of partials, and why we need to be patient with our horn students.