Podcasts about symphonic band

**Reupload. Originally Posted 5/22/20**Raise your baton, ready your highlighters and pens, and don't forget to grab that score as Dr. Payne and Eric continue our month long Conducting Bootcamp! Mrs. Diane Koutsulis, former teacher at Green Valley HS and member of the prestigious American Bandmasters Association, joins us to talk about leadership from the podium and establishing a strong and positive culture in your class.Diane Koutsulis is the recently retired Director of Bands and Arts Department Chair at Green Valley High School.  Originally from Chicago, Diane has been teaching in the Clark County School District for the past 35 years.  She received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Music from Western Illinois University.  After teaching junior high band in Oswego, Illinois, for three years, she went on to complete the Masters of Music Education degree at Louisiana State University, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where she studied with Frank Wickes.During her tenure in Las Vegas, Diane has built fine band programs and music departments at both Las Vegas High School (1982-91) and Green Valley High School (1991-2017).  Her groups have consistently garnered recognition for fine performances and she has served as both guest clinician and conductor at various conferences and honor bands throughout the United States.  Diane was named the 1999 Nevada Teacher of the Year and received the 1999 Milken Family Foundation National Educator Award.  A member of the Clark County School District Teacher Hall of Fame, in March of 2003, she was inducted into the Nevada State Education Hall of Fame.  In 2004, the Green Valley High School Symphonic Band performed at the Midwest Clinic in Chicago, IL.  In 2005 and 2010, the Symphonic Band performed at Carnegie Hall in New York City. The  Green Valley HS Marching Band performed in the 2010 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City, as well as the 2009 and 1993 Presidential Inaugural Parades.  Diane is a member of the National Band Association (NBA) as well as holding memberships in Nevada Music Educators Association (NMEA), National Association for Music Education (NAfME), and College Band Directors National Association (CBDNA). Diane is honored to be a member of the prestigious American Bandmasters Association (ABA).(bio courtesy of https://www.milkeneducatorawards.org)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/notyourfortepodcast)Not Your Forte Podcast is a music education podcast that is geared towards helping Music Education students survive and thrive throughout their undergrad as well as prepare to enter the "real world". Not Your Forte is brought to you by Eric Tinkler, a senior in music education at Kansas State and Dr. Phillip Payne, the Undergraduate Music Education advisor at Kansas State. You can listen to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Youtube and much more!Support the show

SHOW NOTES Episode 040 • November 25, 2024     FIRST STRAIN   News ‘n' Notes:   • Bands of America Grand National Championships   www.indystar.com/story/entertainment/music/2024/11/17/2024-boa-grand-nationals-results-bands-of-america-lucas-oil-stadium-indianapolis-avon-carmel-castle/76230686007/   • Augustana College's Symphonic Band celebrates 150 years   www.ourquadcities.com/news/local-news/augustana-symphonic-band-celebrates-150th-anniversary/   www.augustana.edu/academics/areas-of-study/music/ensembles/symphonic-band     SECOND STRAIN   Topic: Scholastic Books “debates” the value of music in schools   twitter.com/BobMorrison/status/1857070182285312358   www.nyssma.org/letters-to-the-editor-of-scholastic-news-regarding-the-should-kids-learn-music-in-schools-article/   NAfME letter: www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=9631255920234517&set=pcb.8359644700800091   Scholastic Senior VP letter: www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=9644683498891759&set=g.292604557504186     TRIO   This week's interview guest: PAUL LIVINGSTON     DOGFIGHT   Topic: Virginia Tech kicker vs. Syracuse University band   www.syracuse.com/orangefootball/2024/11/virginia-tech-kicker-disrupts-syracuse-marching-band-during-halftime-performance-video.html     CODA   Topic: A bit of Thanksgiving     FOLLOW US!   BandWagon RSS feed: feed.podbean.com/heyband/feed.xml BandWagon website: heyband.podbean.com BandWagon on Facebook: facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555170345309 BandWagon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhammerton1 Rob ("HammertonMedia") on Facebook: facebook.com/HammertonMedia Rob on X/Twitter: twitter.com/DrRob8487   SUBSCRIBE TO BANDWAGON!   https://www.podbean.com/site/podcatcher/index/blog/eg706GUVzixV   WE GOT MERCH!   Visit www.teepublic.com/user/bandwagon-with-rob-hammerton -or- got to teepublic.com and search “bandwagon”   SEND US YOUR FEEDBACK!   Email: heybandwagon@yahoo.com Voicemail: speakpipe.com/HeyBandWagon

Dr. Alex Gonzalez is the RVSB new artistic director and conductor

Making Connections and Changing LivesIn this episode of the True Tales by Disability Advocates Podcast, hosts MsBoye, Jennifer McKinney, and Adam Griebel present stories from disability advocates. The episode includes a reflection on Mesko's early advocacy and a reading of his story "Glen," followed by an interview with advocate Kyle Cox, highlighting the importance of community connections and perseverance. Guest host Toby Al-Trabulsi engages with Kyle about his advocacy journey, emphasizing the need for self-advocacy and the role of supportive relationships.Podcast logo ID:   Bottom left Mesko wearing glasses and a flat cap smiles into the camera. Bottom right Kyle Cox male with short brown hair smiling, seated wearing a light blue button-down shirt, red tie. All above TRUE TALES BY DISABILITY ADVOCATES SEASON 3 Art Spark TexasGuest Bio Kyle Cox graduated from Texas A&M in 2018 with a degree in Political Science, then received his Master of Public Administration from the Bush School of Public Service and Government in 2020.  Born in El Paso, Texas with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, a progressive muscle disorder that is the leading fatal genetic disorder in children, Kyle has learned to navigate a world not designed for people with disabilities.   He has fully immersed himself in both the disability and the “abled” communities and has adopted the mantra “It's not the disability, it's the ABILITY” choosing to focus on his abilities.While at Texas A&M, Kyle was involved in numerous campus organizations including the Diversity Commission, Beta Upsilon Chi (BYX) Christian fraternity, Aggie Adaptive Sports, the Bush School Ambassador's Council, the Symphonic Band, and the Hullabaloo Pep band.   He was twice elected to the Student Senate and was elected to the Bush School Ambassador Council.  He was also Chairman and Founder of the Disability Subcommission.Kyle served on the Student Advisory Board for Disability Services and the planning committees for the Student Services Building and the 21st Century Classroom Building.   Kyle served as a delegate for the MSC Fall Leadership Conference and the Abbott Family Leadership Conference and has worked with many Texas A&M officials, Disability Services, and the Center on Disability and Development to improve inclusion and accessibility on the A&M campus.  In the Spring of 2018, Kyle received the Gary Grey Accountability, Climate, and Equity (ACE) Award for his work in advocacy, and in the Spring of 2020, the Buck Weirus Award. Upon graduation, Kyle chose to remain in Aggieland and launched his own consulting company, Cox Consultants, which offers policy consulting and analytics to businesses and agencies.Links:https://www.facebook.com/KylesKomrades/https://kylecoxeportfolio.weebly.com/https://www.facebook.com/CoxConsultants/Videos:https://vimeo.com/269928141/236823631https://vimeo.com/269928141/269928141Highlights00:43 Welcome01:23 Episode Intro03:10 Mesko Intro06:32 Story - "Getting Older" by Mesko07:44 Hosts & Chris Chat07:47 Phenomena, not Conclusion12:15 Toby Welcomes Kyle14:02 Story - "Advocacy, Education, and Relationships" by Kyle Cox18:32 Toby & Kyle Chat18:32 Being a Self-Advocate22:23 Creating a Community & Being of SerClick here to listen with the full transcript.For more details about our programs go to Art Spark Texas, True Tales Podcast Page.

Congratulations to the Floresville Middle School Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band on placing in the State Finals of the Association of Texas Small School Bands Outstanding Performance Series! The ensemble and band — both under the direction of John Villafranco, assisted by Jacob Martin and Judith Belmares — had recordings of their performances from this past school year evaluated during the Texas Bandmasters Convention in July. The Wind Ensemble was represented by two recordings in the State Finals, taking first place with a recording of “El Zorro Rojo” by Randall D. Standridge! Their recording of “Contempo” by Michael Story captured...Article Link

Born in Medellín, Colombia, Juan Ruiz has emerged as one of the most sought-after jazz musicians in the New York City music scene, where he continues to delight audiences with his music and poetry as the leader of his band. He began his studies in Medellin, Colombia, with Elizabeth Isaza at the Universidad de Antioquia. During this time, he was part of several music projects in the city, including the Antioquia Youth Symphony and the Symphonic Band of the Universidad de Antioquia as a clarinetist. In 2006, he was awarded a scholarship to continue his musical studies in Boston, where he studied Composition and jazz performance on clarinet and saxophone at the Longy School of Music and Berklee College of Music. He studied under the tutelage of Ken Radnofsky, Greg Hopkins, Shannon Leclaire, John Morrison, and Ed Tomassi. Juan collaborates in commissioned work with Maestro Kenneth Radnofsky, professor at the New England Conservatory and the Wind Ensemble of New England Conservatory. His most recent compositions have been presented in Argentina, Colombia, Venezuela, Mexico, China, Germany, and the United States. A promoter of collaboration, Juan performs with different groups in New York City. He is the personal assistant of the 15-time Grammy winner Paquito D'Rivera, composing, arranging, and performing a diverse repertoire during his concerts in New York and abroad. Juan has also worked as a producer for different projects including artists such as Yo-Yo Ma, The New York Voices, Paquito D'Rivera and Chucho Valdés among others.   @stagelync Thank you to our sponsor @clear-com The StageLync Podcast is a branch of our larger StageLync Community. Come visit us at www.stagelync.com

Born in Medellín, Colombia, Juan Ruiz has emerged as one of the most sought-after jazz musicians in the New York City music scene, where he continues to delight audiences with his music and poetry as the leader of his band. He began his studies in Medellin, Colombia, with Elizabeth Isaza at the Universidad de Antioquia. During this time, he was part of several music projects in the city, including the Antioquia Youth Symphony and the Symphonic Band of the Universidad de Antioquia as a clarinetist. In 2006, he was awarded a scholarship to continue his musical studies in Boston, where he studied Composition and jazz performance on clarinet and saxophone at the Longy School of Music and Berklee College of Music. He studied under the tutelage of Ken Radnofsky, Greg Hopkins, Shannon Leclaire, John Morrison, and Ed Tomassi. Juan collaborates in commissioned work with Maestro Kenneth Radnofsky, professor at the New England Conservatory and the Wind Ensemble of New England Conservatory. His most recent compositions have been presented in Argentina, Colombia, Venezuela, Mexico, China, Germany, and the United States. A promoter of collaboration, Juan performs with different groups in New York City. He is the personal assistant of the 15-time Grammy winner Paquito D'Rivera, composing, arranging, and performing a diverse repertoire during his concerts in New York and abroad. Juan has also worked as a producer for different projects including artists such as Yo-Yo Ma, The New York Voices, Paquito D'Rivera and Chucho Valdés among others.   “ATTENTION SPOTIFY LISTENERS: IF you want to WATCH this with VIDEO, you can also subscribe to our video version: https://open.spotify.com/show/5e9KnBRZdjUTXTvCe6Nrqm?si=6639537c61044396” @stagelync Thank you to our sponsor @clear-com The StageLync Podcast is a branch of our larger StageLync Community. Come visit us at www.stagelync.com    

Under the direction of Cheryl Mah and guest conductor Damrih Banawitayakit from Thailand's Silpakorn University, An Uncommon Journey III is both a concert and outreach project, spearheaded by The klpac Symphonic Band. At the concert, we're promised Malaysia's brightest young wind, brass, and percussion musicians perform with the Outreach Band and saxophone soloist Mohd Shahrizal Kamal, the 2023 Malaysian Wind Music Prize winner. The concert features 61 musicians aged 16 to 22 from across Malaysia, and will feature new compositions as well. We speak to Cheryl Mah, the Music Director & Resident Conductor of the klpac Symphonic Band, and Dr. Low Chee Meng, the Project Manager of the show, to discuss what's in store.

Congratulations to the Floresville Middle School Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band, which will compete at the State level for the first time in the band's history! “During the year, we receive recordings of our performances at the various competitions we attend around the area,” explained Band Director John Villafranco. “We later use these recordings to compete with bands around the state in the ATSSB [Association of Texas Small School Bands] Outstanding Performance Series.” A band's recordings are evaluated against others, he said — first at the regional level. The top two or three in the region — the greater San...Article Link

Music Director and Conductor Kim Fillingim and WIKY legend Randy Wheeler on the Evansville Symphonic Band, a group of highly skilled professional musicians that put on free shows throughout the year! Click for more on this musical gem in our city!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The klpac Symphonic Band opens its 2024 season with a tribute to the King of Pop, Michael Jackson in the concert titled, This Is It: Tribute to Michael Jackson. Whether with The Jackson 5 or as a solo artist, Michael Jackson gave us countless chart-topping hits, and in this upcoming concert conducted by Cheryl Mah, we get the chance to relive these very hits such as “Thriller”, “Billie Jean”, “Beat It”, “I Just Can't Stop Loving You”, “Smooth Criminal” and many more all-time favourites. We find out more about what's in store from Chew Sze Gee, a flautist and the Vice President of The klpac Symphonic Band, and Lydia Ong, the concertmistress of the This Is It: Tribute to Michael Jackson show.Image credit: This Is It: Tribute to Michael Jackson

We welcome Dr. Shelley Axelson , Director of Bands at Radford University, to The Band Room! We dive into Shelley's origin story, the importance of being patient with yourself, teaching teachers, fostering student connections, and much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Store http://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episodeBRP Theme Music: Skyline by EKR HammellPerforming Ensemble: University of Toronto Wind EnsembleDr. Gillian MacKay – ConductorChasing Sunlight (Piano Version) by Cait NishimuraArranged and performed by Brian BarberAbout ShelleyDr. Shelley Axelson is currently the Director of Bands at Radford University in Virginia where she conducts the Wind Ensemble, Campus-Community Band, graduate conducting students, and teaches courses in the music education curriculum.  She was previously an Assistant Professor of Music Education and Assistant Director of Bands at Montclair State University in New Jersey for twelve years where her duties included conducting the Symphonic Band and teaching courses in conducting, instrumental methods, and music education.  She also served as an academic advisor, faculty advisor for Sigma Alpha Iota, and created a Campus Band and Pep Band so students majoring in a subject other than music would have an opportunity to continue their musical education and experiences.Dr. Axelson earned her undergraduate degree in music education from the University of South Florida, where she studied conducting with Jerry Junkin, Michael Votta, and Mallory Thompson.  She continued her training by earning a Master of Music degree in Conducting at the University of Michigan, where her principal teacher was H. Robert Reynolds.   After graduating from Michigan, she taught at Pasco Middle School in Dade City, Florida (co-author of the Secondary Music Curriculum), and Richardson Junior High in Richardson, Texas.After earning her Doctorate in Conducting with Mallory Thompson at Northwestern University, Dr. Axelson was appointed Director of Bands at Central College in Pella, Iowa where she was responsible for running all aspects of the band program.  After three years in Iowa, she relocated to Indianapolis, Indiana to become the Assistant Professor of Music Education at the University of Indianapolis.  In 2009, she joined the faculty of the John J. Cali School of Music at Montclair State University in New Jersey and has been at Radford University since the fall of 2022.Dr. Axelson is a highly sought-after conductor, clinician, presenter, and adjudicator for professional development events, band festivals, honor bands, and conferences throughout the United States and Canada.  She recently presented at the National Association for Music Education Regional Conference in Atlantic City and the Mid-West Band and Orchestra Clinic in Chicago.Episode LinksRadford University School of Musichttps://www.radford.edu/content/cvpa/home/music.htmlUniversity of Toronto Wind Conducting Symposium 2024https://performance.music.utoronto.ca/conducting-symposium/BRP Consortium Projecthttps://www.bandroompod.com/consortiumSupport the showThe Band Room Podcast is proudly supported by Kaleidoscope Adventures! To learn more, visit: mykatrip.com

Dina Biggs is a 14-year old clarinetist, and a freshman at West Linn High School. Though Dina has only been playing clarinet for 3 years she is already quite good: she is the only freshman in her school's Symphonic Band, and she plays first clarinet in the Portland Youth Philharmonic. Fun fact: her first clarinet was purchased for $49 on Amazon.com.

SHOW TOPICIntroducing the 25th Annual Senior Holiday Event with Mr. Brian Croach, Instrumental Music Teacher for grades 7-12SPECIAL GUESTMr. Brian Croach, Instrumental Music Teacher for grades 7-12Mr. Brian Croach is in his ninth year of teaching and third year at Seneca Valley. He is a band director that works with students in grades 7-12 through various curricular instrumental ensembles such as the 7th grade band, 8th grade band, Symphonic Band, and Concert Winds. He is also the director of the Ryan Gloyer Middle School (RGMS) Jazz Ensemble and is one of the directors for the Roaring Raider Marching Band. Mr. Croach received he undergraduate degree in Music Education from Slippery Rock University and has continued his education through the Instructional Leadership program at Robert Morris University.Additionally, Mr. Jason Shorr, Seneca Valley Intermediate High School and Senior High School Art teacher shared information regarding how guests can expect to see an exhibit of student artwork on display from grades 9-12 at this year's Senior Holiday Event.IN THIS EPISODE, WE WILL REVIEWWhat is the Senior Holiday Event?When does the event take place and who can attend?In celebration of the 25th anniversary, what can guests expect from this year's event?RSVPs are required by Dec. 13. Please call 724-452-6040, ext. 0 to reserve your spot.

Full transcription available at http://heartsofgoldpodcast.com/ Callie shares her Girl Scout Gold Award project, which focuses on addressing the issue of food deserts in her town. She talks about her long-standing connection with the Bart Garrison Agricultural Museum and how she proposed the idea of creating a garden there to combat the lack of access to healthy foods. Inspired by World War II victory gardens, Callie's project aims to provide a sustainable solution for her community. More from Callie: My name is Callie Majors and I am from Pendleton, South Carolina. My Girl Scout journey started when I was five years old at the Daisy level. Throughout my time in Girl Scouts, I have participated in many summer camps, community service activities, Girl Scout Trail Blazers, destinations, and earned my Bronze, Sliver, and Gold Award. Growing up, I was also a part of Cross Country, Track and Field, Symphonic Band, The American Legion, Girls State, Beta Club, and National Honors Society. I am currently at the United States Military Academy beginning my second year. After graduation, I will commission into the United States Army as a 2nd Lieutenant and my goal is to become an Aviation Officer. After 20 years in the Army, I plan to retire and begin my career as a Park Ranger for the National Forest Service. I would like to mention, however, the activity where I developed the most communication, confidence, planning, leadership, character, mental fortitude, and public speaking skills was in Girl Scouts. Girl Scouts is the biggest contributor to my success that I am experiencing today and I will be forever grateful.

It was a pleasure to welcome John Connor (Guitars/Keyboards), Michał Bugajski (Drums) & Dean Ashall-Kane (Bass) of Ravenlight on to the podcast. The Power Metal/Symphonic four piece fronted by Rebecca Feeney have a long list of growing admirers both here and abroad with the release of the latest album, the brilliant 'Immemorial'. The album contains songs that reflect different aspects of human emotions – love, fear, anxiety and bereavement. 'Immemorial' showcases the incredible vocal performance of Rebecca, stunning arrangements and musicianship that run throughout their sophomore release. The lads talk us through their song writing process, influences & live performances. Dean gives us an insight into being the newest member band and we look ahead to their upcoming show at Mandella Hall Belfast on August 26th; A Grand Declaration of War: The Crawling, Strangle Wire, Insidious Void, Ravenlight, Sinocence & Domhain. Thanks for listening/watching....please 'SUBSCRIBE' to The Metal Cell YouTube Channel and podcasts. Sharing is caring! Band link: https://ravenlight.bandcamp.com/album/immemorial Songs played: Masque of Red Death © Ravenlight, all rights reserved. Reflections © Ravenlight, all rights reserved.

WISCONSIN MUSIC PODCAST AMPLFYING WISCONSIN MUSIC EPISODE 112 Jenna Kopitske   Jenna Kopitske is a drummer, pianist, and composer who has appeared at a wide range of venues throughout the state of Wisconsin for many years. She recently moved to Nashville, TN, and after a few months she picked up her first national tour drumming with country artist Waylon Nihipali to Washington, Nevada, and Hawaii. While in Nashville, she recently got endorsed by her favorite cymbal company, Paiste Cymbals. She operates her own business teaching piano and drum lessons as well as studying contemporary country, classic rock, blues, gospel, and pop music. As a performer, Ms. Kopitske has gained experience in both live and studio settings. She is a freelance musician who has recorded many projects on drum-set, percussion, and piano in an array of styles. Additionally, Ms. Kopitske composes and licenses her own music. Commonly compared to the late piano composer George Winston, she similarly writes in the style of new age-contemporary with a wide, uplifting, and ambient nature. She began composing at a young age but released her debut EP in 2018 entitled Unheard Of. In 2021, she released her sophomore piano EP entitled Pride & Joy which sets the mood for easy listening and the blues. A year later, she released her first single entitled “Losing Light” with a sync intended focus. She plans to record her third studio album later in 2023. Ms. Kopitske recently received her BM studying music industry with an emphasis of music business at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh. She studied percussion at the university with Dr. Alison Shaw and Marisol Kuborn. Prior to graduation she completed a hybrid music publishing/sync internship at Primary Wave Music Publishing who are based in Los Angeles and New York City. Ms. Kopitske is now in the process of pitching her most well-known compositions “Cascade” and “Losing Light” to be used in film and television. Besides drumming on tour, Ms. Kopitske is also anticipating a career as a piano composer in the film scoring industry.    Performance Experience Waylon Nihipali, drummer of Nashville original and cover country band 2023-current • Performed in Washington, Hawaii, and Nevada at Walla Walla Music Fest, Grand Naniloa Crown Room, Grand Wailea Molokini Gardens, Waikiki Beachcomer Hotel, Makawao Stampede Rodeo, Barking Sands Navy Base, Stoney's Rockin' Country in Vegas Madison Wolfe, drummer of Nashville original country band 2023-current • Performed in Tennessee at the Ainsworth in Nashville Jonny T-Bird & the MP's, drummer of blues band 2019-2022 • Performed in Wisconsin at Summerfest, Turner Hall Ballroom, Osthoff Resort, Gibson Music Hall, Harley-Davidson, blues festivals, awards shows, and opened for Halestorm, YUNG BLEU, American Idol winner Chayce Beckham, Lilith Czar, Blanco Brown, Frank Bang of Buddy Guy Appleton Alliance Church, drummer of worship band 2021-2022 • Performed in Wisconsin at Appleton Alliance Church University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, percussionist and pianist 2019-2022 • Performed in Wisconsin in Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, Titan Steel, Percussion Ensemble, Symphony Orchestra, Handbell Choir Jenna Kopitske, original new age-contemporary and blues pianist 2014-current • Performed in Wisconsin at Mile of Music, Osthoff Resort, Paper Valley Hotel, Suicide Awareness Walk, Houdini Plaza, Riverview Gardens, Grand Meridian, Appleton Farmers Market, Dogtoberfest, Whistler's Knoll, weddings, nursing homes, and awards shows Appleton Rock School, drummer and keyboardist of various rock cover bands 2013-2019 • Performed in Wisconsin at Summerfest, Weidner Center, Appleton Performing Arts Center, Lambeau Field, Gibson Music Hall, Octoberfest, Electric City Experience, Cheesefest, WBAY-TV Cerebral Palsy Telethon, benefits, local coffee shops Recording Projects “Losing Light” original new age-contemporary single on piano 2022 • Composed, recorded, and mixed piano at home studio in Wisconsin, mastered at Rock Garden Studio with Marc Golde in Appleton, WI “Play Time” original blues album by Jonny T-Bird & the MP's 2022 • Wrote and recorded drums, wurlitzer, organ, and auxiliary percussion at Hamtone Audio in Milwaukee, WI “Pride & Joy” sophomore original piano album 2021 • Solo piano album recorded at UW Oshkosh Recording Studio in Oshkosh, WI “Fighting Monsters” on Christian rapper Jon the Revalaytor's single 2019 • Composed and tracked drums at Cherry Pit Studios “O Come All Ye Faithful” on Tim Dorsey's Christmas album 2019 • Wrote and recorded drums at OpenwindO Studios in Greenville, WI “Unheard Of” debut original piano album 2018 • Solo piano album engineered at OpenwindO Studios Honors/Awards Nominee for Pianist of the Year, Wisconsin Area Music Industry 2023 Student Award for Excellence TV Episodic Entertainment Program, Titan TV 2023 Shepherd Express Best of Milwaukee Awards, Finalist for Best Blues Band 2023 Honors Recitalist Award and Scholarship, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh 2022 Oshkosh Fine Arts Association Scholarship 2022 Bill Tesch Music Scholarship, Boogie and the Yoyo'z 2019 Endowment of Music Excellence, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh Music Department 2019 Rising Star in Art Award, James Thaldorf 2019 Nell M. Menn Music Scholarship, Community Foundation For The Fox Valley Region 2019 Nominee for Rising Star of the Year, Wisconsin Area Music Industry 2018-2019 Education University of Wisconsin Oshkosh-Bachelor of Music September 2019-May 2023 Music Industry Major: Music Business Emphasis Percussion studies with Dr. Alison Shaw and Marisol Kuborn Graduation May 2023

Join us this week as we interview Bill Todd (Past President) and  John Gunter (Director) with the Gaston Symphonic Band. Listen in to hear of all the many reasons this band is crucial for our community!WATCH NOW : https://youtu.be/epM5tj8KpwA WEBSITE: https://gsbinfo.org/homeUPCOMING DATES:  Saturday, May 20, 2023 - Patriots Park - Kings Mountain - 1:00 PM. Outdoor concert featuring a variety of music. SOCIALS:  https://www.facebook.com/gastonsymphonicbandDONATE: https://www.gsbinfo.org/donorsGaston's Great loves feedback, suggestions, or questions! Want to get in touch with us? We'd love to hear from you! Feel free to reach out to us by a method that is convenient for you.Website: https://www.gastonsgreat.com/Email: podcast@gastonsgreat.comPhone: 704-864-0344

The journey of following Jesus can be at times lonely, isolating, and unfulfilling. What if that's all part of the process?  Counselor, professor, and author Mark Dorn joins the pod to talk about why he believes Christians and especially pastors and church leaders need to lean in to their feelings of longing and unfulfillment, why he thinks chasing after fulfillment is antithetical to the way of Jesus, and why darkness is a precious opportunity.  Mark S. Dorn is Professor of Music at Colorado Christian University, as well as a private practice counselor.  In his work at CCU, Mark leads the Symphonic Band and Jazz Ensemble, teaches trumpet lessons, and is actively involved in the mentoring of undergraduate students.  He is both a freelance musician and conductor, as well as an author. With a longtime investment in discipleship and counseling, his curiosity about how knowing God can lead to personal transformation has propelled him into counseling, writing, and a lot of musing about the journey. He is married to Jill, with four grown children, a new baby, and ten grandchildren, and lives in Morrison, Colorado where he is never far from his next mountain adventure. The Future Christian Podcast is a production of Torn Curtain Arts and Resonate Media.  

Join us with special guest Lee Symphonic Band.

Mark S. Dorn is Professor of Music at Colorado Christian University, as well as a private practice counselor. In his work at CCU, Mark leads the Symphonic Band and Jazz Ensemble, teaches trumpet lessons, and actively mentors undergraduate students. He is both a freelance musician and conductor, as well as author. With a longtime investment in discipleship and counseling, his curiosity about how knowing God can lead to personal transformation has propelled him into counseling, writing, and a lot of musing about the journey. He is married to Jill, with four grown children and ten grandchildren, and lives in Morrison, Colorado, where he is never far from his next mountain adventure.

This episode features the Symphonic Band directed by John Iannotta in December of 1975, first at the high school, recorded by Ken McInerney, then at Eastman Theatre in Rochester, New York recorded by Director Recording Service.

This episode features the Symphonic Band directed by John Iannotta on June 2, 1976, including Tschaikovsky's 1812 Overture, recorded by Ken McInerney.

This episode features the Symphonic Band directed by John Iannotta in December, 1974, recorded by Ken McInerney.

This episode features the Symphonic Band's annual Sounds of Broadway concert, directed by John Iannotta in March of 1979, recorded by Director Recording Service.

This episode features the Symphonic Band's annual Sounds of Broadway concert, directed by John Iannotta in March of 1979, recorded by Director Recording Service.

This episode features the Symphonic Band's annual Sounds of Broadway concert, directed by John Iannotta in March of 1981, recorded by Director Recording Service.

This episode features the Symphonic Band's annual Sounds of Broadway concert, directed by John Iannotta in March of 1981, recorded by Director Recording Service.

This episode features the Symphonic Band's annual Sounds of Broadway concert, directed by John Iannotta on March 16, 1974. I am not sure who recorded this, it came from a cassette tape in my personal collection. Note that this recording includes Lassus Trombone by Henry Fillmore. Some of Fillmore's music has been abandoned in the 21st century due to having been composed shortly after 1900 for minstrel shows. Lassus is included here as a historical artifact.

This episode features the Symphonic Band's annual Sounds of Broadway concert, directed by John Iannotta on March 15, 1975, recorded by Director Recording Service.

When COVID-19 caused schools to keep students of all grades at home, those arguably most disadvantaged by this were musicians. Many barriers stood in the way of getting students back in the music room: aerosolization from instruments and voice, close proximity between students, secretions from brass instruments, and antiquated ventilation systems in thousands of school buildings. Early projections indicated that musicians would not get back in the room for 2 YEARS! Well, that didn't happen, and our guests are a huge reason why. Steven and Yasi talk to Dr. Mark Spede, Director of Bands and Conductor of the Symphonic Band at Clemson University, and Dr. James Weaver, Director of Performing Arts and Sports for the National Federation of State High School Associations. These two gentlemen collaborated on expedient and collaborative research that helped crack the code on how to play music in a post-pandemic school environment. To read more on their groundbreaking research, go to https://www.nfhs.org/articles/unprecedented-international-coalition-led-by-performing-arts-organizations-to-commission-covid-19-study/For more on National Federation of State High Schools' online education platform, go to https://nfhslearn.com/For more resources, go to https://athletesandthearts.com/Bios: Dr. James Weaver is the Director of Performing Arts and Sports for the National Federation of State High School Associations. He has been a teacher and administrator at the district, state, and national level. As the Director of Performing Arts and Sports, Dr. Weaver oversees student participation, professional development, and awareness of performing arts activities throughout the nation's 19,500+ high schools. Dr. Weaver has been a part of several national projects for performing arts educators including serving as the co-chair of the International Performing Arts Aerosol Study, creating copyright compliance resources, and developing national trainings for performing arts adjudicators. He most recently became the President of the National Music Council (NMC) in the Fall of 2021. Dr. Weaver specializes in educational administration and leadership focusing on professional development and teacher job satisfaction and retention. Dr. Weaver has degrees from Concordia College - Moorhead, Northern State University, and the University of South Dakota.Dr. Mark J. Spede is Professor of Music, Director of Bands, Director of Tiger Band, and Conductor of the Symphonic Band at Clemson University. He is the recipient of the Clemson University 2009 Dean's Award for Excellence in Teaching (College of Architecture, Arts, and Humanities), and three Clemson University Board of Trustees Awards for Faculty Excellence (2008, 2009, and 2012). He has served the College Band Directors National Association (CBDNA) in a number of capacities; he is currently national president. Dr. Spede previously served on the faculties at the University of Texas and the University of Florida and has degrees from the University of Michigan, Ball State University, and the University of Texas.

This week, we sit down with composer Luke McMillan, who is very well-known for creating accessible marching shows for small school band programs. Luke tells us how he came to become a full-time composer and the strategies he uses to be a resource to band directors and other music educators across the country.Connect with Luke:Website: https://lukemcmillanmusic.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukemcmillan/?hl=enFacebook: https://es-la.facebook.com/lukemcmillanmusic/Luke McMillan is a composer, arranger, and designer for the marching arts. Luke has been writing music professionally since 2005 and has composed and arranged full-time since 2015. Luke's music is regularly heard at numerous competitive circuits, including BOA, USBands, and multiple local and state-sanctioned events across the country. Luke's music has been played by several state marching band finalists and medalists around the country and has been described as achievable and fun for the performers, and entertaining and engaging for the audience.Before becoming a full-time composer/arranger, Luke was as a band director for 11 years at Wylie High School in Abilene, TX. During his time at Wylie, Luke designed the shows for and co-taught the Wylie “Pure Gold” Marching Band, which advanced to the state marching contest several times playing his music. Luke also directed the Symphonic Band which earned consistent sweepstakes awards, and the Wylie High School Jazz Band, which earned “Best in Class” awards for most jazz festivals they attended.Luke is a 2003 graduate of The University of North Texas holding a Bachelor of Music degree. While attending UNT, he played in the marching band, concert band, and nationally recognized jazz lab bands. Luke lives and works in his hometown of Abilene, TX.Want a free piece of music for your ensemble to perform? Join Christian's mailing list!https://www.christianfortnermusic.com/mailings

Dubbed as a family-friendly concert for those aged 1 to 100, KLPAC's long-awaited Christmas Extravaganza concert promises festive cheer as we reflect on 2022, while looking ahead to 2023. This massive concert will bring together more than 150 performers from the klpac Orchestra, klpac Symphonic Band, and klpac String Orchestra and also the Young Choral Academy Chorus, all under the direction of Ian Chow, and with co-direction and narration by Faridah Merican. We find out more about the show from Ian, who is also KLPAC's Group General Manager.Image: Facebook / Christmas Extravaganza (klpac & TAS' Covid-19 Relief Fundraiser)

That Band LifeBe less stressed and more ORGANIZEDBecome an ACCOMPLISHED communicatorImprove relationships with parents and students.Feel more relaxed, organized, and fulfilled.Be a part of a COMMUNITY of dynamic educators.Intro MusicNostalgia by Tobu https://soundcloud.com/7obuCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/03AKy9bhOMU

Welcome to the Piano Explored Podcast! I'm your host, Dr. Benjamin Harding. You can follow us on Instagram and get involved in a group discussion on Facebook. Just search for Piano Explored Podcast. You can also find my website at www.benjaminharding.net for special offers from my affiliate links. I've got special offers there for you from a variety of companies and shops that I absolutely love.  Today's episode is a conversation that I had with Zakary Reynolds. We met at the Csehy Summer School of Music. You should visit this wonderful program's website at: www.csehy.org.Zakary is a freshman at the Wheaton College Conservatory of Music, pursuing a major in Piano Performance under the direction of distinguished performer and teacher, Dr. Daniel Paul Horn. Zakary began his musical studies at age five in Chambersburg, PA at the Cumberland Valley School of Music with Susan Matson. Along with these studies, Zakary performed regularly, participating and competing in local competitions as a soloist and in state competitions as an accompanist. In 2020, Zakary placed third in the All-State Accompanist Competition and was awarded the opportunity to play alongside the All-State Orchestra of Pennsylvania. In March of 2021, Zakary and his colleague, Lauren Swain, placed first in the United States International Duo Piano Competition in Colorado Springs, CO. Outside of his piano studies, Zakary enjoys singing in the Men's Glee Club, performing with the Symphonic Band, and playing the organ. 

Dr. Quintus F. Wrighten, Jr. is the Assistant Director of Bands and Associate Director of Athletic Bands at the University of South Carolina. In addition to conducting the University Bands, he teaches courses in conducting and band methods, supervises student teachers, co-directs the basketball bands, and coordinates the volleyball band. While completing doctoral study, he served as the Associate Director of Bands at the University of Memphis, where he directed the marching band, conducted the Symphonic Band, and taught courses in undergraduate conducting and instrumental materials and methods. His appointment at the University of South Carolina follows public school teaching experience that spans thirteen years in middle and high schools of South Carolina, with his ensembles being recognized on state, regional, and national levels for consistent performance excellence. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/set-to-fire/support

That Band LifeBe less stressed and more ORGANIZEDBecome an ACCOMPLISHED communicatorImprove relationships with parents and students.Feel more relaxed, organized, and fulfilled.Be a part of a COMMUNITY of dynamic educators.Intro MusicNostalgia by Tobu https://soundcloud.com/7obuCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/03AKy9bhOMU

That Band LifeBe less stressed and more ORGANIZEDBecome an ACCOMPLISHED communicatorImprove relationships with parents and students.Feel more relaxed, organized, and fulfilled.Be a part of a COMMUNITY of dynamic educators.Intro MusicNostalgia by Tobu https://soundcloud.com/7obuCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/03AKy9bhOMU

Part 2 of our Gonzaga Dramatic Association focused conversation with GDA Hall of Fame members: Allan L'Etoile '73, Roger Schlegel '83, and Paul Buckley '86. This week, we cover the influence of legends like Doc Warman '57 and Brother Jon King; Allan's puppet shows; the play being "a Gift" you make to the audience; and how Paul, Roger and Allan knew they needed to add new blood to the production staff. At the end of episode 6, more GDA memories from Gonzaga President Fr. Joe Lingan, SJ '75, plus John Cosgrove regales us with his favorite Stage Crew memory. Saturday, October 16, the Gonzaga Dramatic Association is excited to stage a Bicentennial Show. Stars across 5 decades, from New York to LA, are coming back to gather on the Warman Stage in the Sheehy Theater to honor all the ways in which Gonzaga has contributed to the performing arts -- both on Eye Street and beyond. Never before has an array of talent like this been gathered on the stage for one night: singers like David Wannen '96, Katie Costabile Katinas, and Carl Sumter '79 as well as actors like Demetrius Grosse '99, Orlagh Cassidy, and John Prosky '81. There will be reunion performances from members of Irish band Shannon Tide and the cast of Newsies; a history of WZAG and the people that were there from the early days to today; stories from behind the curtain of what went on backstage during GDA productions; and tales of Gonzaga legends like Doc Warman, Chris Flannery, Bro. Jon King and Michael Bobbitt '90. There will also be performances by the current Choir, Symphonic Band, and more. Click here and use the code G200 to reserve up to four complimentary tickets to the show!!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Masters is a senior at Pennridge High School. In addition to participating in the school jazz ensemble, pit orchestra, and symphonic band, Greg is also a member of the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts Creative Music Program. There he has studied under renown jazz musicians namely Sumi Tonooka, Anthony Tidd, Josh Lawrence, and Brent White. He is currently studying with Doug Hirlinger. He has played at the Center City Jazz Festival, The Barnes Foundation, South Kitchen Jazz Parlor and The Foundry Philadelphia. Greg will be attending Temple University as a Jazz Studies Performance Major in the fall and hopes to be an active musician on the Philadelphia jazz scene. Check out his YouTube channel here and follow him on Instagram @_gregmasters_ Eric Rodgers has been playing violin and percussion for a combined total of 22 years. He participates in multiple Pennridge Performing Arts ensembles such as Chamber Orchestra, Symphonic Band, Pit Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, Marching Band, and Indoor Drumline. Eric plans to continue pursuing his career in music by going to college to become a professional classical percussionist. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/musicast-podcast/support

High school band director Aaron Dugger returns to the podcast to discuss process and product in secondary marching bands. in the Texas UIL system, it can feel like your teaching to a test but Aaron offers productive insight as to how to take the system and make it work for students and programs of all kinds. Aaron Dugger, a native of Pennsylvania, graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a degree in Music Education. While at Penn State, Mr. Dugger was a performing member of the Penn State Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Tuba/ Euphonium Ensemble, and the Penn State Marching Blue Band. He is a student of Velvet Brown, Dennis Glocke, Darrin Thornton, and Christopher Hornick. In 2016, Mr. Dugger relocated to Texas where he served as the Assistant Director of Middle School Bands at Melissa Middle School in Melissa Texas. After 2 years, Mr. Dugger moved to Melissa High School where he served as the Associate Director of Bands and the director of the Cardinal Marching Band. The 2018 Cardinal Band appeared in 4A State Finals for the first time in school history. Under his guidance, the Melissa Middle School and High School non-varsity bands received consecutive Sweepstakes Awards. Most recently, Mr. Dugger served as an Assistant Band Director at Colleyville Heritage High School where the program made its first appearance at the UIL State Marching Contest in 20 years. Mr. Dugger is an active clinician and drill writer for bands across the country. He serves on the brass staff for the 2019 DCI World Championship Silver Medalists, The Bluecoats Drum and Bugle Corps. Mr. Dugger was a performing member of the Bluecoats from 2013-2015. Additionally, Mr. Dugger served on the brass staff for the Academy Drum and Bugle Corps in 2016. He has also served as a consultant for the Melissa Winterguard, Gateway Winterguard, Melissa Indoor Percussion, and several other groups across North Texas. Mr. Dugger's professional affiliations include Phi Kappa Lambda, the International Tuba/Euphonium Association, the Texas Music Educators Association, and the Texas Bandmasters Association. He lives in Lewisville, Texas with his adorable boxer puppy, Sophie. Propser ISD Bluecoats Drum Corps Find Aaron by contacting him at amdugger@prosper-isd.net --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/musicast-podcast/support

Christopher Ballentine is proud to serve as the Director of Instrumental Music at Easton Area High School in Easton, Pennsylvania.  In this position, Christopher oversees an instrumental music program of 370 students in grades 9 – 12.  He is a proud graduate of Easton Area High School and former director, Ms. Carole Lutte. Prior to accepting the position at Easton, Christopher graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education from Penn State University in 2015.  From 2015 – 2018, he taught as an instrumental music teacher in the North Hills School District in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.  In 2018, Christopher was recognized as the Outstanding Young Music Educator by the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA).  He also served for one year on the board for PMEA District I before accepting the position at Easton Area High School. For information on the instrumental music program at Easton Area High School, please visit their website at www.eahsmusic.org Find Chris by contacting him at ballentine@eastonsd.org. Matt Collins currently serves as Band Director in Duxbury Public Schools, located in southeastern Massachusetts. Here he teaches all things band related from elementary beginners to the DHS Wind Ensemble. Matt is a graduate of Penn State University where he earned his Bachelors in Music Education. There he studied trumpet with Dr. Langston J. Fitzgerald III and conducting from Professor Dennis Glocke, Dr. Eric Bush, and Dr. Carter Biggers. Duxbury Bands Twitter Duxbury Bands Instagram … or Email Matt at m7collins@gmail.com Aaron Dugger, a native of Pennsylvania, graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a degree in Music Education. While at Penn State, Mr. Dugger was a performing member of the Penn State Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Tuba/ Euphonium Ensemble, and the Penn State Marching Blue Band. He is a student of Velvet Brown, Dennis Glocke, Darrin Thornton, and Christopher Hornick. In 2016, Mr. Dugger relocated to Texas where he served as the Assistant Director of Middle School Bands at Melissa Middle School in Melissa Texas. After 2 years, Mr. Dugger moved to Melissa High School where he served as the Associate Director of Bands and the director of the Cardinal Marching Band. Mr. Dugger is an active clinician and drill writer for bands across the country. He serves on the brass staff for the 2019 DCI World Championship Silver Medalists, The Bluecoats Drum and Bugle Corps. Mr. Dugger was a performing member of the Bluecoats from 2013-2015. Propser ISD Bluecoats Drum Corps Find Aaron by contacting him at amdugger@prosper-isd.net --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/musicast-podcast/support

“You can't teach excellence without having achieved excellence.” - Scott Guidry, USAF Director (ret.) and Associate Prof. at Bemidji State University Hello and welcome back to The Band Director's Lounge!  This week I am chatting with Scott Guidry, Associate Professor of Instrumental Music and Director of Bands at Bemidji State University. Scott also served and directed ensembles for 20 years in the U. S. Air Force. Today Scott and I talk about his long-time career in the USAF, the need to be genuine and authentic when in front of a large ensemble, and the importance of seeing yourself as a leader in addition to music educator. His full biography can be found below: Scott Guidry is Director of Bands and Associate Professor of High Brass at Bemidji State University. He holds a Bachelor of Music Education degree from Loyola University in New Orleans, Louisiana, and a Master of Arts degree in Instrumental Conducting from George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia. His primary conducting teachers include Dr. Joseph Hebert and Professor Anthony Maiello. Professor Guidry conducts the BSU Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band, and Symphonic Band. He teaches Trumpet and Horn, Instrumental Conducting and Arranging, and supervises instrumental student teachers. He hosts an annual high school honor band, jazz festival, and conducts the BSU spring opera. He teaches trumpet yearly at the International Music Camp, where he is a member of the artists-in-residence International Brass Quintet. A native of Carencro, Louisiana, Professor Guidry joined the U. S. Air Force in 1993. During his 20-year tenure in the Air Force, he performed with a broad range of talented guest artists, to include Kim Nazarian of New York Voices, Canadian Brass alumni Ronald Romm and Fred Mills, Keiko Matsui, Helen Reddy, Crystal Gayle, Wilford Brimley and The Platters. Professor Guidry has presented master classes, clinics and performances with high school ensembles throughout the United States.  His military career highlights include performances throughout the United States and over 30 nations in Europe and Western Asia. In 2010, he deployed to South West Asia and was Officer in Charge of the U.S. Air Forces Central Command Band, enhancing morale of U. S. and Allied Forces and supporting embassies throughout the theater. As leader of the U.S. Air Forces in Europe Band, Professor Guidry led a jazz band tour of Western Siberia, celebrating 10 years of the U.S. Consulate in Yekaterinburg (Ya-ket-tear-in-burg), and led a ceremonial band in Sofia, Bulgaria commemorating 100 years of diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Bulgaria. Professor Guidry and his wife, BSU Oboe Instructor Heather Guidry, live in Bemidji. They have three grown children and three grandchildren.    Episode Overview Background (02:50) Teaching at former high school (08:01) Going Into The Blue with the USAF (11:17) Other career highlights with USAF (26:24) Advice for would-be military ensemble auditioners (32:31) Bemidji State University (38:11) Big picture messages for music education students (42:35) Some thoughts on conducting and score study (49:01) Pride of BSU (62:33) Leadership as a music educator (69:21) Books that have impacted teaching and musicianship (76:40) Advice for young directors (78:30) What makes a great band program? (80:30) And that wraps up today's episode. If you enjoyed this episode or any other episode, consider leaving a review on any of the platforms that you listen to the show on. Itunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Spotify, or Facebook. Your reviews, with or without written feedback, help get the word out about the show. At the end of the day I am doing this podcast to not only improve my own knowledge and skill set but hopefully provide this as a resource to the greater music education community. If you are able to help promote this program I would greatly appreciate it! If you like what you heard today consider heading over to TheBandDirectorsLounge.com and donating through our paypal account. Any donation large or small will help cover the operating costs of the program.  Thanks again for tuning in, I will see you back here next time in The Band Director's Lounge. Other Resources Scott Guidry (Guest) Logan Burnside (Show Host) http://thebanddirectorslounge.com (Podcast Website) The Band Director's Lounge on Facebook (FB Website) Nominate a band director for the podcast Support The Band Director's Lounge Donate to support the podcast. Books mentioned in this episode: Lincoln on Leadership, Donald T. Philips Emotional Intelligence, Daniel Goleman

Download Episode! Today I am talking with two local band director rock-stars, Erin Holmes and Bradley Mariska from Farmington High School in Farmington, MN. As the Director of Bands at Farmington High School, Erin Holmes conducts the Wind Ensemble, Varsity Band, Jazz I, Birdland Jazz, and is the head director of the Farmington Tiger Marching Band.In 2017, School Band and Orchestra Magazine named Holmes one of the nation's “50 Directors Who Make a Difference. She is the Jazz Chair for Minnesota Music Educators Association (MMEA) in 2018, she is the first woman in the organization's history to be chosen for this position. Bradley Mariska has been the Associate Director of Bands at Farmington High School since 2016. At FHS, he conducts the Symphonic Band, Concert Band, Jazz II, Jazz III, and is the Assistant Director of the Farmington Tiger Marching Band. Mariska has served as an All-State Band Section Coach and has held the position of Director on the boards of several arts organizations including the Austin Area Commission for the Arts, Austin Symphony Orchestra, and Pine Center for the Arts. He also taught at the MacPhail Center for Music at both their Apple Valley and Austin locations. Brad was recently elected as the Minnesota Music Educators Association Vice President. Today we talk all things Farmington band. There are so many interesting factoids about these two and the farmington program that you'll have to goto the show notes to see everything that we cover. Let's jump into the interview! Episode Overview Welcome & Backgrounds (01:43) Music Journey - Why music? (03:00) Farmington High School Band (10:35) Jazz Band ((14:56) Trips & Travel (19:41) Repertoire & programming for multiple ensembles (24:06) Student Leadership (35:07) Recruitment & videos for younger students (44:15) “The Music Suite” (51:45) Favorite budget purchase (53:41) Farmington band boosters (57:08) Recommended books (59:03) Teaching Music with Passion (2002) The Talent Code: Greatness Isn't Born. It's Grown. Here's How.by Bantam The Power of a Positive Team: Proven Principles and Practices that Make Great Teams Great by Jon Gordon The Power of Positive Leadership: How and Why Positive Leaders Transform Teams and Organizations and Change the World by Jon Gordon The Energy Bus: 10 Rules to Fuel Your Life, Work, and Team with Positive Energy by Jon Gordon Work/life balance and family (60:35) Team-teaching with a best friend (62:29) Advice for new teachers (83:05) What makes a great band program? (86:56) Other Resources Erin Holmes & Bradley Mariska (Guests) Logan Burnside (Show Host) http://thebanddirectorslounge.com (Podcast Website) https://www.facebook.com/TheBandDirectorsLounge/ (FB Website) Nominate someone to be interviewed Support The Band Director's Lounge Eargasm Earplugs Audible - 30 days free + 2 free books Donate to support the podcast Books mentioned in this episode Teaching Music with Passion (2002) The Talent Code: Greatness Isn't Born. It's Grown. Here's How by Bantam The Power of a Positive Team: Proven Principles and Practices that Make Great Teams Great by Jon Gordon The Power of Positive Leadership: How and Why Positive Leaders Transform Teams and Organizations and Change the World by Jon Gordon The Energy Bus: 10 Rules to Fuel Your Life, Work, and Team with Positive Energy by Jon Gordon Books from episodes

“With most people of my generation, and the generation that preceded me, we tend to be doom and gloom because everyone isn't doing it the way we did it . . . , no matter what people tell you, bands are better today than they've ever been.”James F. Keene took a break from conducting the ILMEA All-State Honors band at IMEC 2019 to sit down with R. Scott Barnas and I to talk about adapting music for ensembles, the role of a university director of bands, and commissioning new works. Professor Keene also speaks about his experience with international outreach and talks about identifying quality literature for bands.Special thanks to R. Scott Barnas for connecting all of us and for guest-hosting on this episode. Special thanks to the Illinois Music Education Association (ILMEA) for helping to make this interview possible at the Illinois Music Education Conference.FULL BIOFrom music.illinois.edu:In 2008, Professor James F. Keene retired from the University of Illinois School of Music, where he held the titles of Director of Bands and Brownfield Distinguished Professor of Music. Appointed in 1985, he was only the fourth person to hold the Director of Bands position since 1905. During his 23-year tenure at Illinois, the UI Symphonic Band and Wind Symphony, under his direction, were selected to perform for every major music conference in the U.S., have toured internationally and have performed in many of America's most prestigious concert halls, including New York's legendary Carnegie Hall and several performances in Chicago's Orchestra Hall. The Illinois Wind Symphony and Symphonic Band have produced one of the most extensive bodies of commercial band recordings. These recordings have been broadcast on National Public Radio in the U.S., as well as radio programs in Asia, Australia, and several European countries.Mr. Keene is a Past-President of the prestigious American Bandmasters Association and also served as Chairman of the Board of Directors. He is a Past-President of the National Band Association, having previously served in several other NBA offices, and is a Past-President of The Big Ten Band Directors Association. For several years he served as chairman of the ABA/Ostwald Composition Contest, and is currently a member of the Editorial Board of The Journal of Band Research.In addition to membership in several professional and honorary societies, Mr. Keene is an Evans Scholar, Past-President of the Champaign Rotary Club, and a Paul Harris Fellow of the Rotary International Foundation. In 1993, Professor Keene was named as an honorary member of the Board of Directors of the International Percy Grainger Society in recognition of his devotion to the music of Grainger and he also serves on the Board of Directors of the John Philip Sousa Foundation and the historic Goldman Memorial Band of New York City. Prior to his appointment at Illinois, Professor Keene taught at all levels, including building nationally recognized programs at East Texas State University (now Texas A and M-Commerce), and at The University of Arizona.In 2002, Professor Keene was named Honorary Life Member of the Texas Bandmasters Association, becoming only the sixth person to be so honored in the 55-year history of that organization. He is in constant demand as conductor, clinician and adjudicator and has appeared in those capacities in forty-four states and on five continents. In 2009, Professor Keene conducted in Australia, China and Europe, in addition to a busy schedule of appearances in the U. S.

Dr. Melissa Gustafson-Hinds was gracious enough to sit down for an interview at our recent Illinois Music Education Association State Conference. Dr. Gustafson-Hinds speaks about how she handles working with students that might move in or out of her school, balancing a schedule that includes band, choir, winter guard, jazz, and a family, and her goals of doing “all the things.”Check out FloMarching's feature on O'Fallon Township during the band's recent BOA Grand National Championship Semi-Finals speech (which was filmed before they knew they would be performing in their first ever BOA Grand National Championship Finals later that night).Special thanks to Rachel Maxwell for connecting us and co-hosting this episode.FULL BIOFrom www.othsband.com:Melissa Gustafson-Hinds is originally from Monmouth, Illinois. Melissa attended Illinois State University, earning a Bachelor's in music education. While at ISU, she played oboe and English horn in the Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band, Symphonic Orchestra, and Chamber Winds. In addition, Melissa was a drum major for the "Big Red Marching Machine" for five consecutive years.Melissa taught for four years for Unit 5 Schools in Normal, Illinois, where she instructed all levels of instrumental music. During this time, she earned her Masters in Music Education at the University of Illinois.Her next teaching position was at Belleville Township High School - West, where she instructed Chorus, Concert Band, Instrumental Music, and Marching Band.From 2001-2003, Melissa was the music director at Centralia High School, in Centralia, Illinois, where she instructed Concert Choir, Symphonic Band, The Marching Showcase, Centralia Winterguard, Flute Choir, Jazz Band, and Pep Band. In 2002, Melissa earned her Type 75-General Administrative Endorsement from SIUE.From 2003-2008, Melissa was the band director at Collinsville High School, instructing the Marching Band, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band, Pep Band and Flute Choir. Currently, Melissa is the band director at O'Fallon Township High School and is looking forward to many years of providing excellent music education to the band students of OTHS. In 2010, she earned her Doctorate in Teaching and Learning, emphasis in Music Education from the University of Missouri St. Louis. She is also helping to create the O'Fallon United Community Music School to provide music education to the 5th-8th grade students of O'Fallon District 90.

Going out of town for Thanksgiving? Our interview with Robert Herrings would make for great listening on that long car ride. Robert has some fantastic advice about objectives in band, what new teachers should do when they don't know what to do, and programming for every kid in your ensemble.Mr. Herrings has hands down one of the most impressive bands I have heard. The intro and outro music is Robert's band performing Candide Suite: The Best of All Possible Worlds arranged by Clare Grundman and Grainger's Shepherd's Hey, respectively. You can also search Henry Middle School Band on Youtube for more impressive video and recordings from Robert Herrings and the Henry Middle School Band.Special thanks to Chip De Stefano for the connection and for co-hosting this interview.“The biggest shoes you have to fill are your own.”FULL BIORobert Tyrome Herrings, III is entering his fifteenth year of teaching and has been teaching at Henry Middle School in Leander ISD since 2004. Prior to coming to Leander ISD, he was the Director of Bands at Rockdale Junior High in Rockdale, Texas.In 2003, Mr. Herrings received his Bachelor of Music Education degree from Baylor University in Waco, Texas, where he studied under Michael Haithcock, Jeff Grogan, Dr. Kevin Sedatole and Barry Hopper. While in college, Mr. Herrings was a member of the Baylor University performing wind bands, as well as a member of the Baylor University Golden Wave Band.At Henry Middle School, Mr. Herrings conducts the Honors Band, assists with the Symphonic Band, Concert Band and beginning trombone class. He also teaches beginning flute and trumpet. Mr. Herrings' bands have consistently received UIL Sweepstakes ratings, as well as unanimous first division ratings, Best In Class, and Overall Outstanding Band honors at festivals around the state. In 2009-2014, the program at Henry earned distinction as a National Wind Band Honors Class AA winner, and in 2008 and 2013, the Henry Middle School Honors Band was selected to perform at the Western International Band Clinic in Seattle, Washington. The program was named the 2010, 2014 and 2018 TMEA Class CCC Honor Band and was also selected to perform at the Midwest International Band and Orchestra Clinic in 2010, 2012, and 2016. In June 2011, Mr. Herrings and his program were awarded the prestigious John Philip Sousa Foundation Sudler Silver Cup Award, and in July of the same year, Mr. Herrings was named the Phi Beta Mu Outstanding Young Bandmaster of the Year. In 2013, the Texas Chapter of the American School Band Director's Association awarded the Artie Henry Middle School Band the Outstanding Band Program Award. The Percussion Ensemble at Henry Middle School was selected to perform at the 2014 Percussive Arts Society International Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana. Most recently, the Henry Middle School Band Program was named the Texas Bandmasters Association's Exemplary Middle School Program of the Year for 2018.An active clinician and adjudicator around the state, Mr. Herrings is a member of the Texas Music Educators Association, Texas Bandmasters Association and the Texas Music Adjudicators Association. Mr. Herrings also serves as the TMEA Region 32 Middle School Band Chair, as well as the Region 32 TBA representative. He is also a mentor to new-to-profession teachers at Henry Middle School.Mr. Herrings enjoys motivating young musicians to achieve the highest level of performance by sharing his extreme love and passion for music with them on a daily basis. He feels honored, privileged and extremely blessed to have a loving mother and grandmother, many great mentors, band directors and close friends who have influenced his career thus far.Above all, his students have been his greatest inspiration!

Featured music: Joyous Celebration, by Don Owens. Chunky Monkey, by Don Owens. Dan Moore and I were lucky have Dan's mentor, Don Owens (D.O.) come out and work our band in rehearsal. Of course, we couldn't let D.O. leave without sitting down and recording a podcast about his time in Texas and working at Evanston Township High School and Northwestern University in Illinois. Enjoy listening to some great band history and teaching tips for band directors everywhere. Don Owens, Coordinator Emeritus of the Jazz Studies and Pedagogy Program, Director Emeritus, Contemporary Music Ensemble, and the National High School Music Institute at Northwestern University, began his tenure at Beinen School of Music in 1979. Before coming to Northwestern, he taught for twelve years at Evanston (Illinois) Township High School where his duties included directing band, brass ensembles, and jazz band, as well as teaching classes in music theory, popular music, free improvisation, and composition. He created the Electronic Music Studio at ETHS in 1971. Owens received the Bachelor of Music Education degree from North Texas State University, where he studied Composition and Jazz. His Master of Musical Arts degree is from the University of Illinois, where he majored in Composition. He studied composition with Morgan Powell, Merrill Ellis, Samuel Adler, and Salvatore Martirano. He has won several grants and awards, and is regularly commissioned for new works. In his first few years at Northwestern, Mr. Owens conducted the nationally renowned Jazz Ensemble, directed the "Wildcat” Marching Band and Symphonic Band, and taught advanced Method classes for undergraduate Music Education Majors. He eventually was appointed Coordinator of the Jazz Studies and Pedagogy Program, teaching courses in Jazz Writing, Seminar in Jazz Pedagogy, Jazz in the Public Schools, and conducted the Jazz Ensemble. Under his leadership, the Northwestern Jazz Program grew to offer the B.M. in Jazz Studies and the M.M. in Jazz Pedagogy. In addition to Owens' responsibilities in the Jazz area, he served as Director and Primary Conductor of the internationally acclaimed Northwestern University Contemporary Music Ensemble for over 20 years. This group performed over 200 world premiers, as well as the standard 20th century repertory. In 1991, the Northwestern CME served as the primary chamber music ensemble for the John Cage Now World Festival. In the spring of 1995, the CME served as one of two visiting Artist Ensembles for the National Meeting of the Society of Composers at the University of Iowa. In 2002, the CME played a major role in the Stephan Wolpe Festival, sponsored by the School of Music. During the summers, Owens served as Director of the National High School Music Institute, from 1991 to 2004. Under his leadership, the enrollment increased by 100%. With a curriculum that required the attending students to declare a Major - Classical Guitar, Composition, Jazz Studies, Music Education, Piano, Strings, Voice, or Winds and Percussion- NHSMI consistently attracted students from all 50 states, as well as many foreign countries.

Let's be honest; this is the episode 7 that we've all been truly waiting for. My guest co-host Daniel Moore and I sit down with Dr. James Lambrecht, director of bands and professor of trumpet at Augustana College in Rock Island. James M. Lambrecht is the director of bands and professor of trumpet at Augustana College, where he conducts the Symphonic Band and teaches studio trumpet, wind conducting, brass methods and in the music theory program. He also has conducted the Opera@Augustana Orchestra, and served as the conductor and music director of the Quad City Youth Symphony Orchestra from 1994-1998. Before coming to Augustana in 1988, he was director of bands and assistant professor of music at Olivet College in Olivet, Michigan. Dr. Lambrecht is one of our unofficial "international guests" as well, serving as guest conductor for the Musashino Academia Musicae Wind Ensemble in Tokyo Japan. Dr. Lambrecht talks about his journey through his career, his mentor Ray Cramer, and the similarities and differences of the US and Japanese performing ensembles. Featured music is Symphony No. 3, by James Barnes.