Category: Band
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Summer Winds at the Winery at Wolf Creek by Stephanie Bonitz
Looking for the perfect way to spend a summer Sunday? The annual Summer Winds music festival brings together the best of local culture—incredible live music, local wine, and great food—all for a fantastic cause. Hosted by the Riverfront Community Band, this all-day outdoor event takes place at the picturesque Winery at Wolf Creek in Barberton,…
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Understanding Challenges in Percussion Education by Brandon Dittgen
This article, from the Fall 2025 edition of the TRIAD, examines the distinct challenges percussionists face compared to wind players in band rehearsals, such as instructional gaps and organizational issues. It emphasizes that these difficulties often stem from systemic factors rather than the students themselves. By enhancing structure and clarity in teaching methods, percussionists can…
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Rethinking Ensemble Hierarchies: The Impact of Rotating Seats and Parts on Student Growth and Engagement by Mackenzie Miller
This article, from the Fall 2025 edition of the OMEA TRIAD, focuses on classroom environment changes to enhance student experiences. Rotational seating in music ensembles enhances student growth and engagement by promoting inclusivity and reducing hierarchical pressures. This approach fosters collaboration, improves confidence, and increases motivation. By allowing students to take on diverse roles, it…
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Vocalist Vangie Gunn-Goodwin, GoodGunn Creative, Inc. and Grammy®-Winning Gordon Goodwin’s Big Phat Band® to Launch The Big Phat Podcast® by Nicholas Mondello
Vangie Gunn-Goodwin in conjunction with GoodGunn Creative, Inc. and the Gordon Goodwin’s Big Phat Band has announced the launch of the inaugural Big Phat Podcast. The 13-episode video podcast which will launch on May 25th, 2026. will feature Gunn-Goodwin along with co-hosts Andrew Kesler, et al, will be a unique multi-media presentation all about the…
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Clarinet Tricks of the Trade by Emily Talley
Getting your clarinet students started in a manner that will set them up for success in the future can sometimes be a grueling and time consuming task. However, if you do the work early in their musical development, you will save yourself a great deal of stress in the future. I am a veteran band…
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Two Perspectives, One Purpose- by Michelle Leasor and Brian Stevens
The Modern Band approach in music education enriches traditional ensembles rather than competes with them. It engages students who might not connect with classic music programs through contemporary instruments and methods. Workshops emphasize inclusivity and creativity, allowing for diverse musical identities and fostering enthusiasm for learning, thereby enhancing overall student participation.