The Midwest Band Clinic, held each December in Chicago, is the largest instrumental music education conference in North America. Having attended for two years in a row, we’ve collected some great material on music education advocacy and music program development:
Shining a Light on Urban Music Education – Nola Jones from Nashville 2017
Chamber (Music) is in Session: Student-Led Ensembles That Make Your Job Easier 2018
Connect 4: Practical Music Advocacy Communication Strategies 2018
Creative Rehearsal Techniques from Around the Country 2018
Exploit the Power of Arts Education 2018
From Greenwillow to Green Bushes in Five Years 2018
How to Succeed in Your First (or Next) Job 2018
If You PLAY Something, SAY Something 2018
Impacting State Music Education Policy: It Can Be Done 2018
Strengthening Individual Musicianship and Ensemble Performance Through Creativity 2018
The Doctor Is In: Tips for Keeping a Healthy and Happy Ensemble 2018
The Heart of the Matter: Selecting and Rehearsing Slow Repertoire 2018
Things You Think Aren’t Important Because They’re Not About Music 2018
Traits and Characteristics of a Successful Secondary Music Teacher 2018
Wage Music: Making Your Program Indispensable Through Connection 2018
Athletes and the Arts: Integrating the Science of Sport and the Performing Arts 2017
Enhancing the Ensemble Experience Using Composer Skype Sessions 2017
Fueling Creativity: Reaching All Learners Through the Arts 2017
Habits of a Significant Band Director – Scott Rush 2017
How and Why to Commission A New Work for Your Ensemble 2017
Lighting A Fire In Kids – The Three Truths 2017
Music Advocacy: Moving from Survival to Vision 2017
The 100 Gig Challenge: Extraordinary Engagement through Service Learning 2017
Also be sure to check out some of the articles and studies on our Resources page.