Sins, Passion, and Tricks - 01/08/2009

Part 1 of 3: Top Ten Classroom Management "Sins" Where do I start? Where did I go wrong? What can I do now? Are your rehearsals in need of ... more

The Recorder (Legislative News Feed) - 01/07/2009

1/7/2009 - 3 Ways to Change Music Education… for the Better See the center insert of January’s Teaching Music magazine to find a copy of ... more

Six Tips for Effective Oral Communication - 01/07/2009

“Because we are teachers,” says Dee Hansen, “oral communication is our primary form of instruction. Effective verbal and nonverbal c ... more

A Musical New Year in San Antonio for MENC Board, All-American Band - 01/07/2009

The MENC National Executive Board met over the New Year’s weekend in San Antonio, Texas. In addition to chairing the Board meeting, MENC Pr ... more

Coming Attractions: Check Out the January Issue of Teaching Music - 12/23/2008

The January '09 issue of Teaching Music will arrive just in time for a brand new year. Look for these features and news stories.     Feat ... more

Managing the Misbehavior Jungle, Part 3 (The Last Resort) - 12/18/2008

You've cleared out the jungle and trimmed the hedges of your classroom. The cultivation of a well-behaved classroom environment will help you deal w ... more

Say No to the Good So You Can Say Yes to the Best! - 12/18/2008

Maintaining High Standards for successful student performance MENC member Ari Contzius maintains a Web site filled with useful information for fellow ... more

2008 USAAAMB Members Keep in Touch, Offer Advice for 2009 All-Americans - 12/18/2008

   On January 5, 2008, the first-ever U.S. Army All-American Marching Band (USAAAMB) took the field at the U.S. Army All-American Bowl. The ... more

Qualifications For Candidates For National President - 12/17/2008

Any MENC member can nominate a candidate for the office of MENC National President. MENC: The National Association for Music Education is a profession ... more

MENC Mariachi: December 2008 Newsletter - 12/16/2008

Sin pena ni gloria: Honoring Forgotten Mariachi Heroes Who've Recently Passed On by Jonathan Clark Jonathan Clark is a well-known and respected mari ... more