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Motivating Singapore Secondary School Students in Band as a Co-curricular Activity

Motivating Singapore Secondary School Students in Band as a Co-curricular Activity

In a world of video games, high-speed Internet surfing and instant microwave food products. How are we going to motivate the children in this world of instant gratification to embrace the art of Commitment, Self-discipline, Perseverance and Delayed Gratification?

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Percussionists, the ‘Visual’ Artists

Percussionists, the ‘Visual’ Artists

Percussionists set the mood of any piece, be it somber or lively, but we often fail to realize they are also visual artists who are capable of conveying the feel for the pieces through their body movements and hand gestures.

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Tuba Mouthpieces

Tuba Mouthpieces

In order to motivate tuba players, band directors often promise them new mouthpieces. However, the hardest part is to decide on the best mouthpieces to buy. Here are some factors to analyse before choosing one!

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Emergency Repairs for Clarinets

Emergency Repairs for Clarinets

The clarinet is made up of many parts, thus malfunction in one part may render the entire clarinet useless. Here are some emergency repair tips to help you get through the nightmare.

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Pursuing Music in NAFA & YSTCM

Pursuing Music in NAFA & YSTCM

For any musician who wish to pursue a diploma or a degree in music performance through NAFA and YSTCM, here are some interview insights by our local tubists, Teo Siang Hong and Julian Low!

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