Travis J. Weller

A Year in Programming

The sum of a year of programming for bands should look back into our wonderful history of repertoire, celebrate under-programmed works and composers, and look forward to new works that bring out the best in our skills as conductors and the development of student musicians.

Is this the most wonderful time of the year?

Directors turn the calendar to January, new repertoire is shared, and a slew of dates for performances appear on the schedule for band programs everywhere. As February and March approach, many band programs move towards local and state assessment/adjudication/contest opportunities. While the prepared repertoire presents challenges from rehearsal to rehearsal over a number of weeks, one component found in many […]

Doing less, but always moving towards better.

Initially, it sounds odd that doing less is actually moving towards better. Band directors can easily fall into routines and set goals that while at face value are well-intended can sometimes contribute to feelings of frustration or inadequacy. With the start of the new year, directors have an opportunity to examine the goals they are setting for the second half […]

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