Steve and Alan demystify common copyright misconceptions and introduce the ArrangeMe platform, a valuable resource for music educators. Learn how to legally arrange music for your groups, explore the benefits and limitations of ArrangeMe, and discover why copyright matters across band, orchestra, choir, and general music settings. Tune in for practical advice and insights that … Read more
Steve and Alan talk with professor, author, composer, and choral director Marques Garrett about the importance of diversifying choral programming and elevating non-idiomatic works. Garrett shares fascinating personal experiences learning about the rich musical heritage within historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs), where choirs have long championed non-idiomatic compositions by Black artists. Garrett discusses the … Read more
Steve and Alan talk with professor, author, composer, and choral director Marques Garrett about the importance of diversifying choral programming and elevating non-idiomatic works. Garrett shares fascinating personal experiences learning about the rich musical heritage within historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs), where choirs have long championed non-idiomatic compositions by Black artists. Garrett discusses the … Read more
Steve and Alan talk about the past year and preview a bit of what’s coming up in early 2025.
Alan and Steve talk to orchestra director Chris Selby about effective ways to improve musical clarity through intonation and rhythm. Links: Habits of a Successful Orchestra Director Habits of a Successful String Musician Habits of a Successful Young String Musician More Literary Resources Dr. Christopher Selby Dr. Christopher Selby is a 30-year veteran public school … Read more