In the Classroom

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Today’s Inspiration - A conversation with Kate Tamarkin

EC Team Member Anna Edwards writes about a recent conversation she had with the inspiring conductor and educator Kate Tamarkin.

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Four Pillars for Collegiate Programming by Caleb R. Wenzel, D.M.A.

Continuing with our programming theme - and also keeping with the goal of expanding content into areas more relevant to our readers, we...

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Programming for Youth Orchestras

My goal for this article is to help you avoid the many pitfalls I experienced when programming rep for my first Youth Orchestra!

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Studying at a German Conservatory

Let me fast-forward to the bottom line. My postgraduate degree at Germany’s oldest conservatory of music cost me a grand total of 400€.

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Considering a Career in Conducting, part 1

Should I be a conductor? Asking yourself this question at the beginning is a very good idea. Lets tackle this from the start...

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Navigating Your First Year as a Secondary Teacher

Congratulations on your new secondary teaching job! Along with excitement, there are sure to be some anxious thoughts. We are here to help!

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Applying to be an Assistant Conductor

A look into the process of applying and auditioning to be an assistant conductor.

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Preparing for the First Day of Middle School Orchestra

When I think back to my first year of teaching, I distinctly remember the feeling of panic as I considered the mountain of work that needed

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