Yamaha Educator Suite: Building the Next Generation of Music Educators

It's OK to Say “No”

Your time is valuable, so set boundaries and learn to say "no."

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Rural Realities

Teaching in a rural setting has its own set of challenges. Follow these tips from a 2021 Yamaha "40 Under 40" educator to succeed!

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Tips to Improve Your Recordings

Recording performances for feedback has become standard practice. Try these tips to improve your recordings.

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Uniforms Do's and Don'ts

Picking out new uniforms for your marching band can be an overwhelming task. Here are some uniform do’s and don’ts.

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Tips to Play Snare Drum Rolls

Try these expert tips on fixing common errors students make when performing snare drum rolls.

Be an Effective Private Music Instructor

Try these tips to save time and reduce stress during your first year of teaching.

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Use Lunchtime to Work Together

Use the lunch period to maximize students' time for rehearsals and planning.

Encourage Professionalism

Teach your students that professionalism is as important as musical skills.

Collaboration is Key for K-12 Alignment

When you develop alignment across disciplines, buildings and age groups in K-12 music programs, keep these considerations in mind.

Christian Howes: Versatile Violin Virtuoso

Classically trained violinist Christian Howes breaks free of genre conventions to practice and teach creativity.

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Develop Student Leaders

A leadership curriculum will create a culture of excellence in your music program, make a difference in your students' lives and enrich your own.

The Venova: Game Changer for Elementary School Students

This innovative instrument is much more than a curiosity. It will change teaching winds at the elementary level.

Yamaha Master Educator Jeff Grogan conducting

Letter to Myself: Jeffrey Grogan

Yamaha Master Educator Jeffrey Grogan encourages his younger self to inspire his students and pass along his love of music.

Case Study: A Music Program Succeeds in the Inner City

A band director took risks and overcame the odds at Rancho High School in Las Vegas, turning a declining program into one of the most successful in Nevada.

Q&A with U.S. Representative Mark Amodei

Congressman Mark Amodei shares his music-making memories as a public school student in northern Nevada.

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