Many choir directors today have fond memories of the times they
have worked on arrangements by Alice Parker and Robert Shaw. Who could help but
admire...
There are many moving parts involved in managing music ensembles. Between keeping track of inventory, communicating with students and parents, coordinating volunteers, planning trips,...
Composer Brian Balmages’ sheet music can be found in music rooms across the nation. He has written music for every skill level from very easy to advanced....
Much has been written about recruitment and retention for music programs. With the uptick in access to social media, there are even more opportunities...
Joseph Martin is one of the most influential composers in sacred music today. His music has graced countless congregations and led many to consider with...
Recently, Pepper had the privilege to speak with Debra Reilly, a 2015 Grammy nominee for the Music Educator Award. Ms. Reilly teaches and directs the string programs for Springhouse and Orefield...
In Part 1 we discussed practical considerations in choosing repertoire, such as the makeup of your performing group and the expectations of your intended...
Of the responsibilities that music teachers have, perhaps one of the most challenging is that of finding and choosing quality repertoire. With the amount...