Virtual Band Director Conference Virtual Band Director Conferen

Regardless of age, this is a great wealth of knowledge for ALL band directors. Vincent Morris gives great insight on how to succeed as a young band director. Join the VBDC as we explore 10 tips for Young Band Directors!

Corey Graves and Robert Herrings join us in a special edition of Virtual Band Director Conference. Here, Corey and Robert answer questions from viewers.

Darcy Williams, Susan Meyer Patterson, JD Janda and Rory Davis break down ways to maintain excellence when the going gets tough. The panelists will also dive into their takeaways from teaching virtually amid the Covid-19 Pandemic and how to move forward. 

Jason Harvey provides clear insight in his approach to teaching beginning trombone players. Mr. Harvey discusses techniques and pedagogy that can be applied to your beginning band classroom.

Cindy Lansford, Kim Bain and Markeise Russell share strategies to improve retention and boost recruiting. Watch as their three, very different, backgrounds provide a wealth of ideas for you to try.

Rory Davis illuminates the importance of the daily drill in the band setting. Throughout the video, he presents 2 concepts (one old, one new) to engage students and band directors in improving the balance, blend and intonation of the ensemble.