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Our new choral releases for 2023-24 feature works from six names new to the Alfred Music roster! Their compositions are wonderful additions to our catalog and will fuel musical growth in your choirs. Let's meet the Alfred Music Choir Class of 2023! bit.ly/3qu64Xr

As soon as school is out for the summer, use this 10-step approach to having your best recruitment year yet. bit.ly/43y3oGW

Happy #FathersDay to all dads and guardians from all of us at Alfred Music!

Learn everything you need to know to build your mallet chops with Mallet Percussion Workout! Author Kristen Shiner McGuire demonstrates why this method is a must-have for mallet players in this webinar replay. Watch now: bit.ly/3PlN87Q

Celebrate Make Music - June & December 21 with us! Join any String Together event to get a free guitar chord chart and more. Learn more and find participating locations: makemusicday.org/national-proje…

Our new orchestra releases for 2023-24 feature works from ten names new to the Alfred roster! Their compositions are wonderful additions to our catalog and are sure to fuel musical growth in your orchestras. Let's meet our Orchestra Class of 2023! bit.ly/3CHvzr4

It's fun to say "Yes!" But summer is also a chance for you to spend time with family and friends, recharge, and take some time for yourself. Use these tips to help you set boundaries for yourself and your own well-being. bit.ly/466SmdF

It was my pleasure sharing w/the wonderful band directors who came out for the NEMC workshop/reading session at Montgomery HS (NJ) today. Your devotion to teaching was evident! Plus I got to visit w/fellow presenter, Peter Sciaino!! Alfred Music Cairn University CairnU Music @PSciaino

Many have argued not to advocate for music education by touting the “non-music” advantages of K-12 music instruction. But is that enough? How can we increase support for high-quality music education unless we communicate ALL of the benefits it provides? bit.ly/3PqYPdn

We know that the best way for students to achieve mastery is to actively engage in the learning process. Improvisation is a great way to do that. Here are some activities you can use with students of all ages to bring this practice into your teaching. bit.ly/3Nsl7c1

School is over for the summer, contracts are being signed, and educators around the nation continue to ask, “Is the grass greener somewhere else?” Every year, the search goes on to find better opportunities for ourselves, but is the grass really greener? bit.ly/3NPIcXq

Struggling with intonation? Whether you're a teacher or a student, these tips will help you play in tune consistently. bit.ly/3CMJFrf

Congratulations, you got the job! Now what? Donny Longest provides some direction and advice to set young (or any) teachers up for success in a new school. bit.ly/3JzgI5W

Happy Fourth of July from all of us at Alfred Music!

The school year hasn't started yet, but you might already feel "under water" with everything you need to accomplish. Here are some tips to help you organize and prioritize, and get things done! bit.ly/3uG28SY

Starting a new position in a Title I school? David Pope shares his tips for building a strong program and community in your school. bit.ly/3D4McNL

The science of motivation can guide us as we tweak our teaching in subtle ways that can make students more excited about learning to play music. Here are four tips for motivating your students. bit.ly/3DiY0Mn

Feeling the rhythm of life and music makes us human! Everyone walks to a beat, but when it comes to playing instruments, it can often feel like you’ve lost your sense of rhythm. Don’t worry, it can be learned – practice is key. 🤘 bit.ly/3NVvrJL

Want to inspire a bit of composition? Try this free Roll a Composition activity! bit.ly/3PfzQ9L

One of the key challenges teachers face everywhere is getting their students to practice. Here's how the science of expertise can help improve how we teach and approach practice. bit.ly/3rEuM7Y