Central Valley Music Educators Podcast

In this encore episode from August 2022, we have a great discussion about vocal health in the classroom with  Dr. Mike Shin M.D. and Marcus Zellous.This is the microphone that my team in the Lemoore Union Elementary School District use to protect our voices.These two articles may help you in your search for vocal health in the classroom.Back to School Voice Health (YouTube)Vocal Health Tips for Teachers (Baylor)The Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@centralvalleymusiceducatorwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

This is an "cut-down" version of the Marching Arts Roundtable Discussion that first aired on September 13, 2022. This is a special episode discussing the state of high school pageantry arts with:Chris Williams who is a band director and author of the book “The Contemporary Music Educator for the 21st century”Marcus Zellous who is a visual designer and consultantRuben Amavisca who is a visual designer, consultant and instructor.Mario Capote who is the band director at Tulare Union High SchoolChris Huebchle who is an instructor for the Carolina Crown Drum & Bugle Corps and Lemoore High School.Geoffery Rudd who is a band director at Stockdale High School in BakersfieldMike Schofield who is the band director at Kingsburg High School.The Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@centralvalleymusiceducatorwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

Join me for this final episode of Season 4 featuring interviews with recently retired music educators Brad Pickett from the Panama Buena Vista Union School District and Pete van der Paardt of the Clovis Unified School District.Brad's emailPetes's emailI'd like to thank Kings County Trophy and Engraving in Hanford for sponsoring this episode of the Central Valley Music Educators Podcast. We've finally come to the end of season four of the Central Valley Music Educators Podcast. I'd like to thank all of you for listening and supporting this show. It's a great hobby of mine and I really enjoy doing it.  I especially appreciate those of you who have reached out to me to tell me how much you appreciate the show.  I'd also like to thank Ingram Band, Supply, Whites Music Center, and JH Tackett Marketing for all being sponsors of the show, I really appreciate their support. Podcasting isn't a cheap hobby and their support is vital to me continuing,  If you're interested in sponsoring a future episode of the show or you have a show topic that you'd be interested in hearing about, please contact me at cvmepodcast@gmail.com. If you enjoyed the show, please consider leaving a review, sharing on social media, or telling a friend. For more information about the show, you can find me on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube at Central Valley Music Educators Podcast or at CVME podcast. And now it's time for me to take the summer off. I've got some great travel plans and I hope you do too. I plan on resuming the show in August or September, but I need to hear from you. What did you like about the show? What ideas do you have for future episodes? Let me know and I'll try to put together a product that benefits you. You can reach me at cvmepodcast@gmail.com. Have a fantastic summer.  RobThe Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@centralvalleymusiceducatorwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

Larry "Doc" Sutherland  has been educating students in the Central Valley since 1969. It was my pleasure to have him as a professor during my time at California State University, Fresno. He has had such an impact on the local music education community. I am so glad I had the honor of interviewing him for the show.Tune into our YouTube channel to see a special presentation for his former students and colleagues.Here is a link to his bio.You can also reach him  via email.I'd like to thank J.H. Tackett Marketing in Hanford for sponsoring this episode of the Central Valley Music Educators Podcast.The Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@centralvalleymusiceducatorwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

Let's celebrate the careers of some of our finest music educators! In this episode, I get to visit with Anne Hendrickson from the Fresno Unified School District and hear about her plans for retirement.Anne's EmailI'd like to thank JH Tackett Marketing in Hanford for sponsoring this episode.The Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@centralvalleymusiceducatorwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcastThe Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@centralvalleymusiceducatorwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

Let's celebrate the careers of some of our finest music educators! In this episode, I get to visit with Donna Steigleder from Summit Collegiate High School in Porterville and hear about her plans for retirement.I'd like to thank Kings County Trophy and Engraving in Hanford for sponsoring this episode.The Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@centralvalleymusiceducatorwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

Band Directors, have you heard of the American Band College? I've been able to use resources from it for years. Scott McKee, the CEO stops by to tell us about the program and their plans for this summer in Ashland, Oregon.Show LinksABC Guest Clinicians for 2023ABC Schedule for 2023Bandworld Magazine (free)Bandworld Top 100 List (sortable, searchable, etc.) 2002-2020 lists.Article about Bandworld Top 100 ListScott McKee EmailI'd like to thank White's Music Center for sponsoring this episode of the Central Valley Music Educators Podcast.The Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@centralvalleymusiceducatorwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

With the recent passage of Prop 28, there are so many myths floating around that we thought we'd have CMEA President Anne Fennell back on the show to separate the "Facts from Fiction".Show LinksAnne Fennell EmailCMEA Prop 28 Q & ACMEA Prop 28 Resource FolderCalifornia Department of Education Q & A FolderI'd like to thank Brandon Ainsworth at Kings County Trophy and Engraving in Hanford for sponsoring this episode of the Central Valley Music Educators Podcast.The Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@centralvalleymusiceducatorwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

Join me for part two of our episodes dedicated to fundraising for your program.  Joining me are Justin Adams and Joshua Sutherland from Monache High School and Christine Muldoon from Sierra Pacific High School.I'd like to thank White's Music Center in Visalia for sponsoring this episode of the Central Valley Music Educators Podcast.The Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@centralvalleymusiceducatorwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

Fundraising  is a huge undertaking for music programs. In part one of my fundraising episodes we talk with Aaron Lynn of Kredo Fundraising about some winners and losers when it comes to raising money for your program. In part two, we will hear from music directors and boosters about this important activity.Aaron can be reached at aaronlynn11@gmail.com or by phone/text  at (559)  288-7521.His websites are believekids.com and spiritgeardirect.comI'd like to thank J.H.  Tackett Marketing in Hanford for sponsoring this episode of the Central Valley Music Educators Podcast.The Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@centralvalleymusiceducatorwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

Marching Band Directors who compete in parade competitions  will especially appreciate this episode with  Key Poulan. Key gives his suggestions for staging, ensemble balance, and musical selections.Show LinksKey Poulan MusicKey PoulanI'd like  to thank  Kings County Trophy and Engraving for sponsoring  this episode of the Central Valley Music Educators Podcast.The Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@centralvalleymusiceducatorwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

With the influx of Proposition 28 money, school districts throughout California are scrambling for qualified teachers to fill Visual and Performing Arts Positions. In this episode, I list some that were provided to me and many more that are currently listed on EdJoin!The Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@centralvalleymusiceducatorwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

Join me for the final episode of Season 3! I get the chance to talk with my friend and former colleague Dr. Bethanie Hansen who is a Life,  Career, & Executive Coach. She discusses some great tips for "Work Life Blending" which  is a topic that we all need to know more about. She is the  host of the  "Mindset for  Life" Podcast. Her website at www.drbcoach.comI'd  like to thank J.H. Tackett for sponsoring this episode of the Central Valley Music Educators Podcast.The Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@centralvalleymusiceducatorwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

Mariachi instruction is expanding in California's diverse student body. Anthony Dahl of the Manteca Unified School District and Craig Erker and Pamela Galicia from the Fresno Unified District join me to talk about their Mariachi programs and how you can start one of your own.Show LinksNational Mariachi Education Consultants, LLCMariachi workshop for Educators: Vandercook University (Las Vegas) Simplemente mariachi- ok for young beginners  Mariachi Mastery- Good for young +2nd year students, has audio and exercisesMariachi Philharmonic- adaptable for string orchestraViva Mariachi- Good for beginnersMaterials (instruments & uniforms)Mariachi Connectionhttps://mariachiconnection.com/Mariachi Clothing Co.https://www.mariachiclothingcompany.com/West Musichttps://www.westmusic.com/Southwest Stringshttps://www.swstrings.com/Guest EmailsAnthony DahlCraig ErkerPamela GalaciaThe Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@centralvalleymusiceducatorwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

Join me for a discussion with our friend Dale Engstrom who shares with us some good information regarding sight reading for jazz ensembles. We  had a  little technical issue that degraded audio quality towards the end of the episode. This was due to the storms we experienced last weekend while recording. Thanks for understanding.You can download his handout here.You can also reach him via email if you have further questions or would like to follow up on something he discussed. Thanks to J.H. Tackett for sponsoring this episode.The Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@centralvalleymusiceducatorwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

I had the distinct pleasure of recording this episode from the CMEA Booth in the Convention Center Exhibit Hall at CASMEC 2023!  I  met so many wonderful people. 23 of them  were brave enough to join me. This is a must listen to episode. Stay tuned  until the end when I interview Wayne Bergeron about his latest musical adventures and Ryan Dirlam who is the CASMEC Coordinator with a very special announcement.Many thanks to JH Tackett Marketing for sponsoring this episode. Jeanette Tackett actually comes on this episode to share information about their business and how they support music educators across the country.The Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@centralvalleymusiceducatorwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

Key Poulan joins me for a discussion about band sight  reading. He offers his  tips for successful sight reading instruction and performance.Key Poulan MusicPriority of BalanceSuccessful Sight Reading PracticesThe Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@centralvalleymusiceducatorwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

Join me for a lively discussion with Brittain Ashford who is Executive Director of the Music Publishers Association of the United States. She answers some of the most common questions music educators have about music copyright issues.Show linksMPA.orgImadeit.orgNAfME.orgI would like to that J.H. Tackett Marketing in Hanford for sponsoring this episode.The Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@centralvalleymusiceducatorwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

The California All-State Music Educators Conference is being held in Fresno on February 15 - 19. In part two of our preview, I get to talk to Angel Vasquez Ramos and Susie Martone from the California Choral Directors Association, Tiffany Ou-Ponticelli  from the California Orchestra Directors Association, Mike Tackett the CASMEC Exhibit Host, and  Anne Fennell  President of the California Music Educators Association.I'd like to thank J.H. Tackett Marketing in Hanford for sponsoring this  episode.The Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@centralvalleymusiceducatorwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

The California All-State Music Educators Conference is being held in Fresno on February 15 - 19. In part one of our preview, I get to talk to Ryan Dirlam, Katie Gilchrist, and Dan Bryan from the California Band Directors Association. Barb Catlin from the California Alliance for Jazz also joins me for a fantastic preview of the sessions coming up at the conference.Next week, we'll hear from CMEA, CODA, CCDA, and get a preview of the exhibit hall from Mike Tackett.The Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@centralvalleymusiceducatorwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

Join me as I visit with Jesse Apperson of the PPAACC and Eric Ramirez of the  SVWAA to talk about their winter pageantry circuits.PPAACCSVWAAThe Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@centralvalleymusiceducatorwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

Susan Burley has been a music educator in the San Joaquin Valley for 48 years! I had the privilege to interview her about her amazing career. It is an inspiring story!The Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@centralvalleymusiceducatorwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

Chris Riddington comes on the show to talk about the Classic Charter Bus Company. We talk about the effects of the pandemic on the company and how they are rebounding as well as some of the things to keep in mind when scheduling a field trip with your ensemble.This episode is sponsored by J.H. Tackett Marketing in Hanford.The Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@centralvalleymusiceducatorwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

Chief Sales and Marketing officer Kathy Fernandes joins me for a great discussion about the history of JW Pepper, how they choose music for us, the challenges of recent times, and exciting new projects in development coming in the future.LinksJW PepperHistory of JW PepperKathy FernandesMusic Publishers AssociationI'd like to thank Kings County Trophy and Engraving in Hanford for sponsoring this episode.The Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comwww.youtube.com/centralvalleymusiceducatorspodcastwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

Join me for a fun chat with David  Lesser from Clovis North High School as he shares with me the big plans they have for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City!The Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comwww.youtube.com/centralvalleymusiceducatorspodcastwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

Join me for the final episode dedicated to the task of choosing appropriate literature for your ensembles. In this episode Robert Madrid from Washington Union High School in Fresno, Ashley Shine from Weaver Middle School in Merced, and Bill Wilkinson from Woodrow Wilson Junior High School in Hanford will discuss their programs and offer advice for directors struggling with repertoire selection for their concert bands.ContactsRobert MadridAshley ShineBill WilkinsonI'd like to thank J.H. Tackett Marketing in Hanford for sponsoring this episode.The Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comwww.youtube.com/centralvalleymusiceducatorspodcastwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

Join me for the third of four episodes dedicated to the task of choosing appropriate literature for your ensembles. In this episode Paul Lucckesi from Fresno City College, Doug Hunt from the Tulare City School District, and Eric Ramirez from Hanford West High School will discuss their programs and offer advice for directors struggling with repertoire selection for their jazz bands.Contacts:Paul LucckesiDoug HuntEric RamirezShow Links:California Alliance for JazzJazz Fresno101 Jazz SongsLearn Jazz Standards YouTube ChannelIRealPro AppJamey AbersoldJazz Conceptions Jim SnideroReal Easy BookE Jazz LinesUNC Jazz PressEpisode 5 (November 15th) will cover concert band literature.I'd like to thank Kings County Trophy and Engraving in Hanford for sponsoring this episode.The Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comwww.youtube.com/centralvalleymusiceducatorspodcastwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcastThe Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comwww.youtube.com/centralvalleymusiceducatorspodcastwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

Join me for the second of four episodes dedicated to the task of choosing appropriate literature for your school choirs. In this episode Jenn McGill from Hanford High School and Amanda Isaac from Bakersfield High School will discuss their programs and offer advice for directors struggling with repertoire selection for their groups.Episode 4 (November 8th) will cover jazz repertoire.Episode 5 (November 15th) will cover concert band literature.I'd like to thank Ingram Band Supply in Tulare for sponsoring this episode.The Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comwww.youtube.com/centralvalleymusiceducatorspodcastwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

Join me for the first of four episodes dedicated to the task of choosing appropriate literature for your school orchestras. In this episode Geoffery Ruud from Stockdale High School and Kyle Humphreys from Kastner Intermediate and Clovis West High School will discuss their programs and offer advice for directors struggling with repertoire selection for their groups.Episode 3 (November 1st) will cover choral repertoire.Episode 4 (November 8th) will cover jazz repertoire.Episode 5 (November 15th) will cover concert band literature.I'd like to thank J.H. Tackett Marketing in Hanford for sponsoring this episode.The Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comwww.youtube.com/centralvalleymusiceducatorspodcastwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

Join me for a fantastic summary of Proposition 28 by Russ Sperling. This measure will ADD 1 billion dollars annually to the California state budget specifically for Visual and Performing Arts Education without raising taxes. You can find out more about it at www.voteyeson28.org  If you'd like to read the full text of the measure, you can read it here.Russ Sperling may be reached via emailI'd like to thank Kings County Trophy and Engraving in Hanford for sponsoring this episode.The Central Valley Music Educators Podcast is hosted by Rob Bentley. The show is available at:www.cvmepodcast.comwww.youtube.com/centralvalleymusiceducatorspodcastwww.facebook.com/cvmepodcastwww.instagram.com/cvmepodcast

Join us for this special interview with Anne Fennell who is the current President of the California Music Educators Association. She shares with us some of the great work that CMEA is doing for us!Also joining us is Adam Elmore with Jazz Fresno. He lets us know about an great PD opportunity for Jazz Educators coming up on October 15th.I'd like to thank Ingram Band Supply in Tulare for sponsoring this episode.

Join us for this special interview with Composer Randall D. Standridge!He took time out of his busy schedule to sit down and chat with me about his current projects and also shares some work life balance tips for us.You can find his website at www.randallstandridge.com as well as on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Tik Tok.I'd like to thank Kings County Trophy and Engraving for sponsoring this episode.

Join us as we hear from Ruben Amavisca, Zack Black, and Arturo Nunez as they announce the formation of the El Ritmo (Rhythm of the Valley( Drum & Bugle Corps, Winter Guard, and Winter Percussion.On the board are: Executive Director/President: Mike FreelVice President: Zack Black - VisualTreasurer: Ruben Amavisca - Color Guard Director - VisualSecretary: Rebecca FreelCorps Director/Board member 1 - Shawn McElhaneyMedia Director/Board member 2 - Frank HernandezPercussion - Art NunezFor further information please email Ruben Amavisca at elritmodrumandbugle@gmail.comDownload the flyer for their upcoming 2023 Winter Guard SeasonI'd like to thank J.H. Tackett in Hanford for sponsoring this episode.

This Marching Arts Roundtable Discussion is a special episode discussing the state of high school pageantry arts with:Chris Williams who is a band director and author of the book “The Contemporary Music Educator for the 21st century”Marcus Zellous who is a visual designer and consultantRuben Amavisca who is a visual designer, consultant and instructor.Mario Capote who is the band director at Tulare Union High SchoolChris Huebchle who is an instructor for the Sacramento Madarins Drum & Bugle Corps and Lemoore High School.Geoffery Rudd who is a band director at Stockdale High School in BakersfieldMike Schofield who is the band director at Kingsburg High School.This episode is sponsored by Kings County Trophy and Engraving in Hanford.

In this episode we will hear from Lisa Butts who shares with use information about the California Alliance for Jazz. Lisa may be reached by email. We also hear about the Kern County Music Educators Association Fall Conference. Amanda Sproul and Stephanie Dalgleish share with us the exciting professional development being offered.I'd like to thank Ingram Band Supply in Tulare for sponsoring this episode. I  have been working  with them for over 10 years and they've always provided outstanding service and pricing. You may contact them via their website  or reach them by phone at (559) 308-4124. If you'd like to become a sponsor, please contact me at cvmepodcast@gmail.com

In this episode, we have a great discussion about vocal health in the classroom with  Dr. Mike Shin M.D. and Marcus Zellous. This is the microphone that my team in the Lemoore Union Elementary School District use to protect our voices. These two articles may help you in your search for vocal health in the classroom.Back to School Voice Health (YouTube)Vocal Health Tips for Teachers (Baylor)I'd like to thank J.H. Tackett Marketing in Hanford for sponsoring our first episodes. I  have been working  with them for over 20 years and they've always provided outstanding service and pricing. You may contact them at www.jhtackettmarketing.com or reach them by phone at (559) 582-5200. If you'd like to become a sponsor, please contact me at cvmepodcast@gmail.com

In this episode, we sit down with Mike Stone who is the VAPA Coordinator for the Bakersfield City School District. He gives us an update on happenings in his district. He also spends a great portion of the interview explaining Proposition 28 on the November Ballot and how it would affect arts programs in all California public schools and why we should encourage people to vote for it. You can find out more about it at www.voteyeson28.org  If you'd like to read the full text of the measure, you can read it here.In our second segment, we hear from Jennifer McGill who is the Choral Director at Hanford High School as well as the Choral Representative for the California Music Educators Central Section. She will be sharing information about the 2023 California Choral Directors Association Regional and State Honor Choirs. Jennifer may be reached by email.I'd like to thank J.H. Tackett Marketing in Hanford for sponsoring our first episodes. I  have been working  with them for over 20 years and they've always provided outstanding service and pricing. You may contact them at www.jhtackettmarketing.com or reach them by phone at (559) 582-5200. If you'd like to become a sponsor, please contact me at cvmepodcast@gmail.com

This episode features an interview with Steve McKeithen who is the Associate Director of Bands at California State University, Fresno. He is the Director of the Fresno State Bulldog Marching Band. We close the episode with a listing of music teachers who are starting their careers or continuing a career at another school plus a few that have recently retired.For more information about the Bulldog Marching Band, visit their website.If you have a correction or addition to my list of jobs, please email me.I'd like to  thank J.H. Tackett Marketing in Hanford for sponsoring our first episodes. I  have been working  with them for over 20 years and they've always provided outstanding service and pricing. You may contact them at www.jhtackettmarketing.com or reach them by phone at (559) 582-5200. If you'd like to become a sponsor, please contact me at cvmepodcast@gmail.com

This episode features an interview with Jeff Detlefsen of the California Band Directors Association with an update on the 2023 CBDA Small Schools All State  High School Band as well as the planned Social Impact Consortium. We also have a great conversation with Kirk Clague who has recently retired from Exeter Union High School after 33  years.For  more  information on the  California Band Directors  Association, please visit their  website at www.cbda.orgTo  contact  Kirk Clague, you may reach him via email at kirkclague@icloud.comI'd like to  thank J.H. Tackett Marketing in Hanford for sponsoring our first episodes. I  have been working  with them for over 20 years and they've always provided outstanding service and pricing. You may contact them at www.jhtackettmarketing.com or reach them by phone at (559) 582-5200. If you'd like to become a sponsor, please contact me at cvmepodcast@gmail.com