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by Jonathan M. Kraemer (Author), Michelle Kraemer (Author)
The Band Director's Guide to Success is the ideal guide for preparing future band directors for the practical challenges and obstacles that they will face in the introductory years of their teaching careers. Written in an easy to understand, quick-reference guide format, this book is designed to be easily navigated as a series of case studies arranged by topic in concise, user-friendly chapters ranging from budgeting to classroom management to conflict resolution and beyond. This manual and career guide in one may be used as a supplemental text with suggestions and practical advice to spare new music teachers from many of the initial headaches and stress that often accompany the transition into the full-time teaching profession.
Author Biography
Dr. Jonathan Kraemer is Head Director of the Pride of Pampa Band Program. Dr. Kraemer's primary instrument is the trumpet and he teaches beginning trumpet and saxophone classes and serves as the Conductor for the Pride of Pampa and the PHS Jazz Bands.
Michelle Kraemer is Assistant Director of the Pride of Pampa Band Program. Her primary instrument is the flute and she teaches beginning flute and French horn classes and serves as the Head Director for the Junior High Band program. Mrs. Kraemer also serves as the Color Guard Instructor for the district.
