Music Educator Resources

Funding Your Music Program in Under 1 Hour

Bake sales? Car washes?! Who has time for that?

As music teachers, we try to focus all of our time and energy just on teaching the music.

6 Universal Truths on Motivating Musicians to Practice

Every ensemble director faces this universal challenge: motivating musicians to practice.

Summer Reading: 3 Compelling Books for the Music Teacher

Hang in there—the school year is almost over! As summer quickly approaches, it’s time to start thinking about all the things you’re going to check off of y…

It’s About Time to #ThankATeacher

“I love teachers because…

…they inspire, teach and influence our future.

Our Date with GRAMMY Award Winner Jared Cassedy for Music In Our Schools Month #MIOSM

Encore Tours recently had the pleasure of meeting with Jared Cassedy, the 2015 recipient of the GRAMMY Music Educator Award and Director of Bands at Windham High School, New Hampshire.

Prelude – A Succulent Treat for Music Directors by Encore Tours

A music director who plans an international tour is comparable to an outstanding chef preparing an exquisite meal to be enjoyed by their musicians.

Managing Your Elementary Strings Program in March

Defining the Musical Path for Elementary Strings

Congratulations on your new beginner strings members who were inducted on Valentine’s Day during your Arch of Bows Ceremony.

How to Manage Your Beginner Strings Program in January

Congratulations on surviving the holiday season! As musicians, it’s our busiest time of year because our efforts and musical gifts contribute real meaning to the holidays.