Leading a successful band or music program isn't as simple as teaching middle schoolers musical notes and getting them to play well together. It's a fun, yet sometimes challenging adventure that goes way beyond what you learned in college or university. In Oscar's A+ Band Director Guide, Oscar Dames gives you all the tools you need to teach kids music, lead a band, and create a successful music program. With over 30 years of experience, Oscar shares expertise that has led to many of his students becoming accomplished musicians. This "go-to guide" for new band directors and music teachers provides proven strategies to middle school band success, including: How to acquire the much-needed resources for instruments and equipment on a small school budget. Proven student recruiting strategies for building your music program. Time-tested methods to avoid the unnecessary mistakes that cost time and money. 10 secrets to conducting rehearsals that ensure your lesson's plan objectives are achieved. With Oscar's A+ Band Director Guide your band will be "first in class" as you create beautiful music and help your students explore the joy of music.