In this episode of Band Director Boot Camp, Lesley Moffat sits down with Mary Cogswell, a seasoned band director with 33 years of experience, to discuss strategies for increasing student retention and engagement. Mary shares insights into her journey as a music educator and the creative resources she has developed to support young musicians and their families. From customizing method books to engaging families with unique at-home music challenges, Mary emphasizes the importance of personalizing the music education experience. She also introduces the 'Beginning Band Adaptable Series,' a flexible resource tailored for varying levels of beginning band students. Tune in to glean valuable tips for weaving community, creativity, and marketing into your music programs to keep students and families invested in the joy of band. To check out Mary's resources, go to https://murphymusicpress.com/catalogue/beginning-band