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Announcing 18 new concerts from diverse composers
May 31, 2022Maestro, entrada if you please! We’re releasing 17 new concert band (and one orchestra) pieces, including our first-ever flex arrangement, featuring works from five new and nine familiar composers. We specifically sought diverse voices and are pleased to announce that 25% of compositions are from Black or female composers.
Edward Moore June Band Director of the Month
May 31, 2022GPG Music recognizes music educator Edward Moore as June Band Director of the Month. He teaches Jazz Ensemble, Marching Band, Concert Band, Guitar and Dance for Bella Vista High School in Fair Oaks, Calif.
How to flex your band muscles
May 17, 2022Our friend MJ Wamhoff with the Delta College Symphonic Band, originally presented this content at the California State Music Conference (CASMEC) on February 18, 2022. It was such a great presentation we collaborated with him on a flex piece and asked him to share.
The challenges from the last two years of pandemic and slowly returning to performances, presents us with many issues and opportunities to explore new music. Many of us have seen decreased numbers in our ensembles. Flex arrangements make it possible for us to play interesting and challenging music with fewer players.
A series of easy to easy to medium
May 9, 2022As part of our series for teaching young leaders to teach their peers, we have a selection of easy or easy to medium Marching Band and Concert series shows for your repertoire to help build student teaching skills.
Teach your leadership to teach
May 8, 2022Giving your student leaders some teaching tools can make for a more effective and productive marching band rehearsal. Take time to identify areas of your rehearsals where student leaders can help your band learn or improve faster, and band camp is usually a great time for this.
Championship series exclusivity and extra support
May 7, 2022As band directors, competitors and adjudicators, we know the thrill of taking ensembles to competition. One of those elements is having music no one else does. When you partner with GPG Music, you can choose from categories of music, which can support your competitive edge.
Honoring our favorite teacher as May Band Director of the Month
May 4, 2022We are recognizing GPG Music's favorite teacher and metnor Gary P. Gilroy for Teacher Appreciation Week as our May Band Director of the Month. In addition to winning awards, shows and competitions, Gary is a prolific composer. Check out his works with GPG Music here.
Brainstorm field show ideas
Apr 25, 2022Whether you and your staff design a theme and pick music or shop for pre-written shows, giving your students a voice in the decision-making process can enhance engagement during the long stretch of marching season.
Use new sound FX service for a modern twist
Apr 20, 2022We can create your soundscape for you or enhance your show with Sound FX!
Teach burgeoning leaders inventory and maintenance
Apr 13, 2022As we approach Earth Day, remember to take care of instruments to keep them out of landfills. And before you toss them, consider some creative alternatives.