In January and February of 2009 both the Imani Winds and the Boston Brass chamber music ensembles were brought into the Sandler Center for a unique education residency program. Virginia Beach Public School students were given the opportunity to not only watch these established performers but also be taught and coached by members of both ensembles. The groups each headed into a Virginia Beach Public School elementary, middle and high school during their stay to perform for students and provide them insight into the life of a professional musician. The musicians also held a special evening seminar for Virginia Beach Public School band students studying either woodwind or brass instruments. During this seminar students had the opportunity to hear these world-class musicians play as well as play themselves for members of either the Imani Winds or the Boston Brass and then receive feedback and coaching. In the end, concluded with a flurry of questions from students: How many hours should I practice each day? Which brand of instrument is best for someone just starting out? Where should I study in the future?