Pyware

My favorite bit of music technology was finally mentioned here in the text during week 7 of our class.  I use Pyware 3d to design marching band drill design.  At first I did it for fun, then I got very engaged in writing and write for bands and drum corps whenever I can.  This bit of technology has really changed the activity for the better.  Check them out at          
 
Pyware 3D                                                                                                                            

Ted Talks

I always find insperation from the TED Talks.  A summit of the greatest minds in the world together discussing how the human mind works.  Here is a resource of TED Talks regarding music education that we can all benefit from.  Not sure if all are effective for your classes, but they will inspire you as you start the new year.

Ted Talks

Band Director.com

I use this website often to find resources on material, techniques, and lessons.  It's nice to have a place to find material I can use the next day in my class.  Many videos and resources that are useful to use in the classroom with my students.  They also have many resources regarding fundraising and new tools that I find useful.  Check them out.

BandDirector.com

Jazz class

I found this great jazz website to help your students learn improvisations skills.  Scales, chords, and even recordings of background tracks to help students practice.  Some of the concepts may be over the heads of your students but it is a great resource to learn scales and passages.  I highly suggest Jazz Class.

Jazz Class