This website is run by Katie Wardrobe, and she has great tips on how to integrate technology into teaching music. She even has a few freebies, like a free iPad course!
The Smithsonian Folkways Recordings website is filled with standard-based content from around the globe. There are articles to read, podcasts to listen to, recordings to listen to, artists to research and lesson plans to use in the classroom. The lesson plans are standard-based and well researched. Each lesson is labeled on the world map for easy reference. Lessons have links to playlists, videos and additional resources. There are lesson plans designed for all ages K-12.
These recordings provide students the opportunity to hear music from all over the world and explore the social impact of music on our society. These resources are invaluable as a music teacher.
A collection of blogs to help band directors tackle the specific challenges of our job. Wonderful insights and printable materials such as sub plans and warm up ideas.
This website provides articles with creative ideas about how to teach band better. Its purpose is for band directors to share ideas that work for them with other band directors.
Band Directors Talk Shop is an excellent resource for new and experienced band directors and music educators. This website contains many articles on various topics within instrumental music. Excellent posts include topics such as teaching improvisation as well as facilitating leadership within your band program.
I have used this website as a resource for a long time. This site can be used for information. I have recently used the substitute music assignment in my class. Also, I have been redirected to blogs, podcasts, and many more thing just from this site.
The creators of this website are dedicated to sharing resources that help band directors improve their craft. Posts can be filtered by category (i.e. brass, intonation, theory, etc.) to save time and narrow focus. Additionally, educators can comment on posts, share ideas, and ask questions.