| Description |
1 online resource (xvi, 185 pages) : illustrations, music |
| Series |
Habits series
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| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (page 179). |
| Contents |
Foreword / Larry Livingston -- Introduction. Thoughts about reading this book -- Part 1. The nuts and bolts of pedagogy. The habits model. What to teach ; How to teach it ; Assessment ; Rubrics ; Flipping in the band class ; Student-centered assessments ; Musicianship -- The five key practices. Habits synergy model ; Key practice 1 -- knowledge. Timing ; Tone ; Tuning ; Balance ; Blend ; Articulation, sustains, and releases ; Dynamics ; Precision ; Key signature recognition ; Scales ; Enharmonic notes ; Stretching and breathing ; Effective personal practice habits ; The teaching inventory database. The TID ; Effective fundamentals time ; A tiered curriculum ; A sequenced lesson -- Part II. The interpersonal philosophy of a band director. Teach with purpose. Questions teach students to think for themselves ; Characteristics of great teachers ; Teach with a sense of urgency ; Teach with a sense of contentment ; Teach with a sense of perspective ; Teach the whole child ; The philosophy of effective student leadership ; Continue to grow and learn ; Experience and wisdom ; Key practice 2 -- effective communicator. Communicating from the podium ; Organizing the rehearsal ; Score study and music making ; Communicating high standards ; Communication to stakeholders ; Communicator of music and much more ; Key practice 3 -- physical energy. Physical energy ; Charismatic energy ; Key practice 4 -- heart energy. Passion for music making ; Creativity and expression ; The discovery process ; A lifelong love for music -- Part III. The introspective process of a successful band director. Key practice 5 -- who you are. Moral character ; Being yourself ; The ultimate change agent ; Many small goals create momentum ; A product of your experiences ; A belief that every student can succeed ; Create your vision. Goals for the program ; Strengths and weaknesses ; Professional goals ; Personal goals ; Turning goals into reality. A specific plan of action ; Now what? ; Writing goals for success ; Professional mission statement ; Work and quality of life issues. Hard work ; For your family ; For your spouse ; For the workplace ; For yourself ; Action steps -- Part IV. The transcendent power of a significant band director. Love your students. They don't care how much you know, until ... ; "All about me" assignments and student interviews ; Love your staff, too ; Leave a legacy. Success vs. significance -- Appendix A. Performance rubric. Acknowledgments -- References -- Bringing significant leadership to your organization -- Other books in the Habits series -- About the author. |
| Summary |
"Habits of a Significant Band Director is the journey from pedagogical prowess to being musically and personally significant. This book will inspire young and veteran band directors to teach with more insight and embrace the power of positive leadership ... Habits of a Significant Band Director is a comprehensive book of information and inspiration. You can be both successful and significant as a band director. Success stops at retirement, but musical and personal significance lasts for generations and generations to come. Being significant is how you 'Leave a Legacy' is the definition of true 'success'"--Back cover |
| Note |
Print version record. |
| Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Public Library Collection (North America) |
| Subject |
Bands (Music) -- Instruction and study.
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Band directors.
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Success.
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Leadership.
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Band directors. (OCoLC)fst00826434
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Bands (Music) -- Study and teaching. (OCoLC)fst00826508
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Leadership. (OCoLC)fst00994701
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Success. (OCoLC)fst01137041
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| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: Rush, Scott, 1964- Habits of a significant band director. Chicago : GIA Publications, [2018] 9781622772537 (OCoLC)1029742062 |
| ISBN |
9781622775781 (electronic bk.) |
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1622775783 (electronic bk.) |
| Music No. |
G-9567 GIA Publications |
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