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“School days, school days…dear old golden rule days.”
The 2026-2027 academic year is off-’n-runnin’!: FULL SPEED AHEAD! No doubt you and your colleagues are in-the-groove! It’s a special time when we’re, “Back in the saddle again!” (What would I do without song lyrics?!)
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No doubt you had a busy summer and your present TO DO list is filled with lots of responsibilities designed to advance your musical climate and your wonderful CULTURE OF EXCELLENCE. GOOD for YOU and GREAT for THOSE who are fortunate enough to be your mentees.
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The following quote (authored by the famed futurist, Buckminster Fuller) stands as a BOLD REMINDER highlighting the immeasurable IMPORTANCE educators/YOU play in the lives of their/YOUR students. With rare exception, we are a reflection of our teachers, our guides, and our leaders who often saw something within us we didn’t even see within ourselves. A TEACHER WHO MADE A DIFFERENCE!
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Our Conn Selmer Division of Education is focused on supporting our educators of today who are invested in preparing our leaders of tomorrow. ’Tis not a platitude, but a reality! We exist to serve you and the advancement of your program. Do take advantage this wonderful partnership certain to bring a bountiful harvest to everyone.
THANK YOU for your exemplary commitment and signature dedication to arts education; it is recognized, acknowledged and LAUDED.
…let the music begin...
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Wishing you continued success,
Tim
“EXCELLENCE IS NEVER AN ACCIDENT; IT IS THE RESULT OF HIGH INTENTION, SINCERE EFFORT, INTELLIGENT DIRECTION, SKILLFUL EXECUTION, AND THE VISION TO SEE OBSTACLES AS OPPORTUNITIES."
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Meet the Conn Selmer Division of Education
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Tim Lautzenheiser
Senior Vice President of Education, Chairman of the DOE Advisory Board
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Michael Kamphuis
Chief Education Officer
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Erin Cole Steele
Director, Conn Selmer Institute
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Beth Horton
Programs Coordinator, Conn Selmer Institute
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| Dr. William Earvin
Director of Educational Partnerships & Sales
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| Adrianna Korey
Educational Support Manager - East
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Mario Castro
Educational Support Manager - West
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| Manny Gamez
Educational Support Manager - South Central, Director of the Fine Arts Leadership Alliance
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| Educational Support Manager - Midwest
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The Power of Mentorship in Music Education
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by Lynne Jackson
Conn Selmer Educational Clinician, Texas Bandmasters Association Meritorious Achievement Award Recipient
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As a young music educator entering the profession, you will quickly learn that teaching is, in large part, about relationships. You must build connections not only with students, but also with colleagues, administrators, and parents.
You will also find that success requires a wide range of skills. New teachers often face challenges with classroom management, planning and preparation, professionalism, communication, and pedagogy.
In short, you cannot do this alone. The best approach is to seek people who can counsel and support you as your needs arise. These individuals are called mentors.
How do you recognize a great mentor? Experience and knowledge are important, but an effective mentor should also build a trusting relationship by offering support, encouragement, a nonjudgmental perspective, and consistent presence.
The next question is: How do I become a great mentee? First, a mentee must be open to a mentor’s suggestions. Making excuses slows growth and weakens trust. We often resist hearing feedback that, if accepted, could help us become better teachers.
Successful mentees ask thoughtful questions, adjust, seek answers, and explore new approaches to teaching methods, instructional styles, and lesson planning.
Great mentors are all around you. You may find one in an administrator, colleague, friend, or someone you meet at a music convention - one who helps guide you toward growth and success. Get out there and find them!
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Celebrate 30 years of Conn Selmer Institute!
What began with a small group of music education majors in Elkhart has grown into a welcoming community of students, educators, and fine arts administrators. For three decades, CSI has brought music educators together to learn, connect, and recharge while supporting educators and their students.
Join us June 13–16, 2027, at Bethel University in Mishawaka, Indiana, for inspiring sessions, concerts, hands-on learning, the iconic Conn Selmer Factory Tour, and more.
Early Bird registration is now open.
Join us and be part of this milestone celebration!
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The Conn Selmer Fine Arts Leadership Alliance (FALA) is building a national community for fine arts administrators and emerging leaders to connect, collaborate, and strengthen the future of arts education. Grounded in the belief that strong leadership creates stronger programs and greater opportunities for students, FALA brings leaders together to share practical solutions, develop sustainable systems, and learn from one another across disciplines and state lines. Following its inaugural gathering in 2026, FALA is continuing to grow its national network and will return as part of the CSI National Conference, June 13–16, 2027.
One community. Shared challenges. Stronger leadership. Greater impact.
Contact Manny Gamez, Director of FALA, to learn more.
Stay connected: Join the FALA Facebook Community!
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Ludwig Timpani began with a musician's frustration. In 1909, timpanist William F. Ludwig, Sr. grew tired of the unreliable hand-tuned drums of his day and set out to build a better one. The road wasn't easy - early hydraulic and cable-driven designs leaked and stretched - but Ludwig refused to give up. In 1921, after more than a decade of trial and error, he finally struck perfection: the Balanced Action pedal, an instant success that remains the foundation of every Ludwig timpani built today.
That same pedal now anchors three modern timpani lines: Grand Symphonic, Professional, and Standard. Each recently updated with the same upgrades: a permanent third omni wheel for full 360° mobility, upgraded quick-release rear casters, and a relocated tuning gauge configurable for American or German setup. From there, the series divide by craftsmanship: Grand Symphonic offers hand-hammered one-piece kettles for the richest tone; Professional delivers hammered or polished copper kettles in sizes 20"–32" or sets of 2, 4, or 5; and Standard brings the same Balanced Action reliability in a more accessible fiberglass build giving every program a Ludwig built for it.
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