NAfME promotes TXST prof’s research

Dr. Alec Scherer‘s research, “High School Band Directors’ Perceptions and Applications of Democratic Rehearsal Procedures” was recently promoted in the “National Association for Music Education Notes.” This monthly newsletter includes links and information about research and resources that are relevant for busy music teachers looking for opportunities to continue to improve their teaching practices.

Alumnus to present at TMEA

Alumnus Kurt Zotz was selected to present his Master’s in Music Education capstone project “They Need Our Help: Mentoring First-Year Band Directors” at the 2023 Texas Music Educators Association Convention and Clinic. Hosted by the Texas Music Educators Association in the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, this annual event regularly draws over…

Presenter at NAfME biennial

November 3rd Dr. Alec D. Scherer presented a spoken session with co-author Dr. Bradley J. Regier at the biennial National Association for Music Education Conference in National Harbor, MD. Scherer (on right below) and Regier discussed the findings of their analysis of beginning band method books looking for activities that develop student creativity through improvisation,…

Music faculty get research grants

Congratulations to these outstanding School of Music faculty who received Texas State Research Enhancement Program awards: Michael Ippolito, “Recording Project: Strange Loops” Hank Hehmsoth, “Blue Drifter: A Recording Project by Double Vision for Jazz Quartet” Sam Flippin, “Experiencing the Creation of a New String Orchestra Ensemble at a Liberal Arts University” Nico Schuler, “The Hyers…

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