Music On Purpose

On this episode, I talk with Gary Crisp, my Dad and long time music educator in KY, TN and IN. I have learned so much from him personally and as a music educator myself. This interview gives insight from a music educator that taught over 30 years. Thoughts about relationships while teaching and navigating switching […] The post Music On Purpose E032: Gary Crisp, Master High School Music Educator appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

On this episode of Music On Purpose Jim Stuppy talks very emotionally about his memories as a long time music educator in KY, IN and TN. Jim is now retired and been away 15 years and offers advice and information to the younger generation of music educators. The post Music On Purpose E031: Jim Stuppy, Master Music Educator Middle School & High School appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

On this episode I talk to Wayne Dillon about the upcoming exciting 50th season with DCI, the return of judges to the field and advice on how to grow a high school band program. Wayne is a retired band director as well as a DCI, BOA and WGI world renown adjudicator. The post Music on Purpose E030: Wayne Dillon, DCI Adjudicator appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

On this episode of Music on Purpose I spoke with Andy Harnsberger about his success as a marimba soloist and what motivates him on a daily basis to continue his work ethic at age 54. Andy is also Director of Percussion at Lee University in Cleveland TN and talks about his philosophy of teaching and […] The post Music on Purpose E029: Andy Harnsberger, International Percussion Soloist appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

On this episode of Music on Purpose, Steve Patrick joined me from Nashville, TN. Steve owns his own line of brass mouthpieces called Patrick Mouthpieces. He also started an incredible resource to learn from studio players in Nashville called Lessons with Studio Musicians. Steve toured with the Maynard Ferguson Band and has played and recorded […] The post Music on Purpose E028: Steve Patrick, Freelance/Studio Musician, Nashville, TN appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

On this episode of Music on Purpose, Hiram Diaz joined me to discuss his success as a performer that ultimately led to him winning a job with the President’s Own United States Marine Band. We talk about what is takes to be successful in an audition and how to prepare. He give thoughts on sound […] The post Music on Purpose E027: Hiram Diaz, Euphonium President’s Own US Marine Band appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

Freelance composer and arranger Ben Lee joined me on this episode of Music on Purpose to discuss marching arts compositions, how to put a quality show together and advice for band directors who are looking to improve their competitive ensemble. You can check out Ben’s over 100 arrangements on soleemusic.com. The post Music on Purpose E026: Ben Lee, Composer & Arranger appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

On this episode of Music on Purpose, Alan Siebert joined me to talk about his 30 year career at the University of Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music (CCM). He is retiring this year and talks about his time at CCM. He also talks about his lip tear and recovery from surgery. He is a wealth […] The post Music on Purpose E025: Alan Siebert, Professor of Trumpet CCM appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

On this episode of Music on Purpose, Tim Allen joins me to talk about the how to improve your band. He also discusses his philosophy and keys to success as he won 18 state championships at Adair County High School over 28 years. Currently, Tim is Director of Bands at Lindsey Wilson College and is […] The post Music on Purpose E024: Tim Allen, Adair County High School & Lindsey Wilson College appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

On this episode of Music on Purpose, David Jaggie joins me from Richmond, Ky to talk about the upcoming trip to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and discusses how the Madison Central Band was able to get to a level of success to be accepted. He talks about training students to be successful in life […] The post Music on Purpose E023: David Jaggie, Director of Bands Madison Central High School appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

In this episode of Music on Purpose, Steve Pride joins me to talk about what it takes to have longevity in a major orchestra such as the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. Steve has been 2nd trumpet in the CSO for 39 years, since 1980. Listen to him discuss his thought process for success in this industry. […] The post Music on Purpose E022: Steve Pride, 2nd Trumpet Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

On this episode of Music on Purpose, Ashley Hall joins me at the National Trumpet Competition to discuss keys to success as an international soloist and orchestral musician. She is very grounded and down to earth in her approach and she discusses ways to balance her career, family and faith. We met in the lobby […] The post Music on Purpose E021: Ashley Hall, Principal Trumpet Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

On this 20th episode I interview Brad Rogers who is the Band Director at Oldham County High School. He has been a music educator for 40 years and talks about secrets to longevity in this profession, his philosophy of teaching and discusses some recent changes to the KMEA format for marching arts. You will certainly […] The post Music on Purpose E020: Brad Rogers, Oldham County High School appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

Dr. Andy Putnam joins me on this podcast to discuss ways to improve the overall band program and gives excellent information for consistent growth and success. Dr. Putnam is the Director of Bands at Eastern Kentucky University and is a huge advocate for the marching arts and the Drum Corp activity. He is a wealth of […] The post Music on Purpose E019: Dr. Andy Putnam, Director of Bands EKU appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

On this episode of Music on Purpose I was thankful and humbled to have Retired Director of Bands from Carmel High School and Composer & Arranger for Hal Leonard Richard Saucedo. Richard talks about what it takes to put together an award winning marching band show. Carmel High School has won Bands of America Grand […] The post Music on Purpose E018: Richard Saucedo, Retired Director of Bands Carmel High School appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

Charles Decker taught at Tennessee Technological University for 35 years. He has performed in thousands of concerts and toured with the United States Army Field Band. In this episode, he talks about how to train young students to be professionals when they graduate college. He discusses what it takes to be a successful musician and […] The post Music on Purpose E017: Charles Decker, Retired Professor of Trumpet Tennessee Tech University appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

Joining us on this episode is Paul Piller, who is the musician contractor for the Broadway Across America series in Cincinnati, Ohio. This episode gives some insight into the process of hiring musicians for Broadway shows, and what it takes to be successful in a career in order to get a gig like that. Paul […] The post Music on Purpose E016: Paul Piller, Musician Contractor for Cincinnati Broadway Series appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

Scott Belck is a wealth of knowledge regarding hard work and sacrifice and offers advice on how to improve jazz programs at the high school level. Mr. Belck has written a new book with a twist on the average lip slur and it is available through Hal Leonard Publications. He is currently working on book […] The post Music on Purpose E015: Scott Belck, Head of the Jazz Division at CCM appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

I was thrilled to have Stephen Campbell on this episode to discuss his keys to success in trumpet performance, music education and how to be successful in helping students be the best versions of themselves. We were in school together at University of Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music (CCM) and I noticed his work ethic […] The post Music on Purpose E014: Guest Stephen Campbell, Principal Trumpet Lexington Philharmonic appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

In this episode of Music on Purpose I had the opportunity to spend time with one of the greatest trumpet performers of all-time, Vincent DiMartino. He has performed and/or played with everyone imaginable from Lionel Hampton and Dizzy Gillespie to Canadian Brass and Doc Severinsen. He offers his advice on how to separate yourself from […] The post Music on Purpose E013: Guest Vincent DiMartino, International Trumpet Touring Artist appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

W. Dale Warren, Senior Wind Band Conductor from the University of Arkansas, joins me to discuss qualities that embody successful music educators. W. Dale has taught music at every age and enjoys working and consulting with programs all over the country. A genuinely passionate man about building and keeping relationships, he offers advice on connecting with […] The post Music on Purpose E012: Guest W. Dale Warren, Senior Wind Band Conductor University of Arkansas appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

On this episode of Music on Purpose I was fortunate enough to talk with a wonderful person and music educator Lois Wiggins. Lois is the Band Director at Edith J. Hayes Middle School in Lexington, Ky. Recently, Ms. Wiggins was a finalist for the Grammy Music Educator Award and she discusses the thought process and […] The post Music on Purpose E011: Teaching Middle School w/Lois Wiggins appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

On this episode of Music On Purpose I was fortunate to sit down with three talented members from the band Seabird. Ryan Morgan, Aaron Morgan and Aaron Hunt all toured and recorded including being signed with the EMI label. Currently each member is now leading worship at a church in the Cincinnati area. Hear these guys […] The post Music On Purpose E010: Guests, Members from the Band Seabird appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

On this episode of Music on Purpose, I talk with Matt Hawkins about his passion for being a freelance percussionist and doing what he loves as his career. He has some great insight about what it is like to be a self-employed musician. Matt also discusses his primary teachers and advice that has meant so […] The post Music on Purpose E009: Guest, Matt Hawkins Freelance Percussionist appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

We are pleased to have George Boulden from the University of Kentucky join us on this episode to discuss music education at both the high school and collegiate level. He is also an avid marching band and concert band adjudicator with BOA and DCI and gives his view on what makes a successful band program. […] The post Music on Purpose E008: Guest, George Boulden from University of Kentucky appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

On this episode of Music on Purpose, Eric Hale, Director of Bands at Bourbon County HS in Paris, Ky, joins me to talk about how he has been able to build a state champion band. He discusses the steps to follow to get band programs to the next level. He also discusses the positives and […] The post Music on Purpose E007: Guest Eric Hale, Bourbon County HS Director appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

What a pleasure to sit down with the long time Principal Clarinetist of the London Symphony Orchestra, Andrew Marriner. On this episode of Music on Purpose, Andrew talks about the things he has done to be successful at the highest level and gives advice to those planning to audition for an orchestra job. He also […] The post Music on Purpose E006: Guest Andrew Marriner, Principal Clarinet London Symphony appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

On this episode of Music on Purpose, Chris Coletti from the world famous Canadian Brass joins us to talk about his passion and success in performing at the highest level. It was such a pleasure to sit down with Chris and get his insights about what helped him get to the level to be able to […] The post Music on Purpose E005: Guest, Chris Coletti from Canadian Brass appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

On this podcast, Nate Siler talks about things that have helped him in the world of freelance playing and being a successful educator at both the high school and collegiate level. Nate is the Assistant Professor of Trombone at Eastern Kentucky University in Richmond, Ky. He’s real about getting students to become the best versions […] The post Music on Purpose E004: Guest, Nate Siler, Assistant Trombone Professor, EKU appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

Gary Schallert joins me on this podcast from Western Kentucky University. He is the Director of Bands at WKU and talks about the amount of passion needed to be a successful music educator. Gary discusses his career and the things he has learned that helped him be successful. For information about Western Kentucky University, please […] The post Music on Purpose E003: Guest, Gary Schallert from WKU appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

Percussion Coordinator at Northern Kentucky University and Principal Percussionist of the Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra talks about performing and teaching, & discusses things that have led to his success as both performer and educator. Scott is also 1st call for the Broadway Across America series that travels through Cincinnati and Dayton. He talks about his experience playing […] The post Music on Purpose E002: Playing Professionally & Educational Advice – Scott Lang, Guest appeared first on Bryan Crisp.

On this podcast, I talk with long time Band Director at Madison Central High School, H. Brent Barton. Brent taught at Madison Central for 25 years and won 4 KMEA Marching Band State Championships including 3 back t0 back from 2014-2016. Brent and I discuss the definition of success in Music Education and he talks about […] The post Music On Purpose E001: Success in K-12 Music Education – H. Brent Barton, guest appeared first on Bryan Crisp.