The conductor of an orchestra or other ensemble is truly the heartbeat of the music. Many people, however, don't have a real understanding of just how complex and important the conductor's job really is. To read this article please visit my column on the musicappreciation.suite101.com web site.
Finding ways to stretch your budget in a music classroom is always important and even more so when trying to purchase high tech electronics, software, and other materials. This article provides an updated list of dozens of different low cost or free alternatives to expensive music education products. It includes such categories as music notation software, drill design software, special needs hardware, and many more.