THE FUTURE OF THE WIND BAND, Pt. 1 (Summer Reading Project)
In Part 1, we discuss the Introduction to William Perrine's The Future of the Wind Band, as well as the section on REPRTOIRE.
Fun Facts about Leroy Anderson
As you program Leroy Anderson's music this season, share some fun facts with your students and audiences.
Creating Music & Relationship - Steven Bryant & Verena Mösenbichler-Bryant - Maestro Moments
Last night, we had the opportunity to chat with Steven Bryant & Verena Mösenbichler-Bryant about their journey to becoming figures in the wi
Tim Hinton - The 2020 Marching Season
Last week, I had the opportunity to connect with Tim Hinton (Composer, Arranger, and Host of the outstanding padcast, Marching...
Paul Murtha: Arranging & Composing for Concert Band
Whether in marching band, concert band, or jazz band, you may have performed one of Paul Murtha's compositions. Recently retired from...
An Interview with Anne McGinty
Just before everything shut down, I had the opportunity to interview one of my favorite composers, Anne McGinty. As a young band...
Which Is More Beautiful
I have to admit, I LOVE Monet. I am drawn to the beauty of his paintings. One of the things I love most is the lack of definition. I will...
The Importance of Listening
I can remember the first Wynton Marsalis recording I ever heard. It was an early evening in the spring of 1991 in the band room of...
GEORGE ROSENKRANS: A Forgotten Hero
As we close out the Month of Marches, WindConductor.com would like to honor a composer who may not be as well-known as Sousa and...
Karl King: The King of the Circus March
This week we take a look at a powerhouse in the march world, Karl Lawrence King. The music of Karl King was the background of countless...
