Chris M. Bernotas
Composer, conductor, clinician, and educator Chris M. Bernotas (b.1969) earned a Bachelor of Music degree from William Paterson University and a Masters in the Art of Teaching from Marygrove College. As Director of String Publications for Alfred Music, he draws upon his 28-year experience as an instrumental music teacher in New Jersey, and brings an energetic and enthusiastic approach to the world of music education. As a widely published composer and author, he is co-author, along with Dr. Peter Boonshaft, of Sound Innovations: Ensemble Development for Young, Intermediate, and Advanced Concert Band. He is also co-author, along with Dave Black, of Alfred's ground-breaking percussion method, Sound Percussion.
As an active composer and arranger of concert band, string orchestra, and marching band music, Mr. Bernotas is highly sought after nationwide as a composer of commissioned new works, as a guest conductor, as an adjudicator, and as a clinician on a variety of music education topics.
He resides in New Jersey with his wife Cristina and three kids.
For recordings please go to: www.youtube.com/chrisbernotas
Twitter: @cbernotas
Facebook: www.facebook.com/chrismbernotas
Website: www.chrisbernotas.com
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What is the purpose of a warm up in the band (or any) classroom? I believe that if students are prepared mentally and physically, they'll absorb the literature easier and with more meaning. To a student, warming up might simply mean heating up their instrument. The important thing is to share our 'why' with our students.
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I have always felt that percussionists in an ensemble can easily be overlooked, maybe because they are way back in the room. I have also realized that some teachers may not feel prepared, or are intimidated to teach percussion. Here are some thoughts to consider when approaching percussion students and lessons.
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