Wind Conductor

Creating a long-term vision is the first step to truly transforming your band and leading them into the next phase of your band’s journey. Taking the time to develop a long-term vision, moves you from being reactive in your planning process to truly being proactive in the development of your program.

The holiday season brings a special energy to communities, making it a perfect time for band directors to connect with their audiences beyond the concert hall. This period offers many opportunities to showcase student talent while building lasting relationships with local residents, businesses, and organizations. Engaging your community during the holidays not only highlights the hard work of your band members but also strengthens support for your program. Here are five pract

by Aaron Noë No two bands are the same. And that’s a good thing! It’s easy to get into the comparison game especially after marching season as we begin to reflect on the successes and short comings of the fall season. Reflecting on the successes of other bands and other band directors can be a good thing… …until it isn’t. When you see success in another group, applaud it. But recognize it for what it is: the result of a plan that worked for that band, at that moment in time.

As band directors, we juggle a lot. Rehearsals, lesson plans, concerts, competitions… it’s enough to keep anyone busy. But one of the...

By Aaron Noë Progress in Band happens measure-by-measure We live in a society that craves instant results. As we scroll through reels and...

By Aaron Noë – Aamano Music / Wind Conductor Why Advocacy Matters for Band Directors In the middle of a busy rehearsal, advocacy might be...

by Aaron Noë "...get organized for the first day with the expectation of playing" The school year is quickly approaching, and before you...

by Aaron Noë Marching Band Camp Rehearsal The summer sun rises early, and for marching band students across the country, so do the first...

by Aaron Noë Building the Band You Envision Behind every successful band program is a clear and compelling long-term vision—one that...

As band directors, we are also running a kind of marathon. Some of us are building programs that perform at the highest musical levels. Some are focused on creating inclusive spaces where students feel they belong. Some are simply trying to make a difference in one student’s life at a time.