Jamie Roth

Jamie Roth began composing while in high school in South Florida. He earned his Bachelor of Music from Florida Atlantic University and his Master of Studio Jazz Writing from the University of Miami. Jamie’s reputation for tuneful, intriguing, and playable compositions and arrangements has earned his work a place in many educational and professional band libraries. His works include a wide variety of styles and settings, including works for marching, concert, orchestral, choral, jazz, and chamber ensembles. Mr. Roth has served the Florida Bandmasters Association as both District Secretary and Chairman and is a seasoned FBA adjudicator in the areas of Solo and Ensemble, Concert Bands, and Jazz Music Performance. Mr. Roth performs regularly with various Rock/Funk Horn Bands, Wind Ensembles, Musical Pit Orchestras, and Jazz Big Bands throughout the South Florida area. Roth currently teaches and plays the saxophone professionally, including an active composing and clinician schedule. He is a member of the NAfME, Jazz Education Network, Florida Music Educators Association, Midwest Clinic, and the International Society of Jazz Arrangers and Composers.

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Gene Milford

Why should we bother with six-note band pieces?

While discussing the grade levels of band publications, a well known band music historian remarked “and then there are pieces so easy that they should never have been written.” Obviously, this is the perspective of someone who never worked with beginning instrumentalists and young ensembles. Performances are an important motivational tool and a culminating experience…
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The 10 Re’s of Summer

As we all launch headfirst into the summer with Independence Day around the corner, I ask a simple question – what are you doing this summer to get yourself ready for school in the fall? Make sure to do these 10 things: Rest – Take time for yourself this summer, with some much needed mental and…
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Maximizing Student Engagement and Musicianship in Today’s Music Ensembles: Five Strategies for Success!

Russell L. Robinson, Ph.D., Composer/Arranger/Author/Musician Educator In my work with music programs and music teachers in on-site professional development, I have tried to assist educators (choral and instrumental) in “maximizing student engagement and musicianship” in their ensembles and music classrooms. These two areas (Engagement and Musicianship) go hand in hand. You can’t have one without…
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The (Live!) Music Goes On

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected us all.  In my 26 years in the music publishing industry, few things have impacted music in our schools more profoundly.  Many school ensembles have been unable to meet or have done so in small groups or virtually.  Composers and arrangers have struggled without commissions and guest appearances.  Many (myself…
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