Hilary is all by herself on the episode to answer some frequently asked questions from teachers, kids and parents. Give it a listen because there is a good chance you’ve had the same questions!

Welcome Back Summer Recap

Sep 13th, 2021 28m 47s

Hilary and Malcolm discuss all of the summer workshops that took place in 2021.

What is Bandology?

Jun 19th, 2021 47m

This week Hilary is Joined by Lucas Redwood of Bandology. Bandology is an organization the provides band camps, performance opportunities and music education programming in Oakville and beyond. Learn about this awesome organization and its cont

Memorable Performances

Jun 6th, 2021 30m 4s

Hilary hears some of the CRASH families most memorable performances. Learn about Emily’s love of community theatre, Malcolm’s massive journey to DCI, James’ super cool sound installation performance and Rose’s passion for engaging kids with cla

Virtual Bands

May 3rd, 2021 33m 32s

Hilary and Malcolm discuss the do’s and don’ts of recording and editing virtual bands. There is more involved than what you might think!

Brass 101

Apr 9th, 2021 32m 7s

On this weeks podcast Hilary and James R sit down to talk about everything brass! What makes an instrument a member of the brass family? Whats an embouchure? Does Hilary even know what an English Horn is? All this and more!

How To Tune A Drum

Mar 18th, 2021 40m 41s

Matt and Hilary talk about the importance of tuning drums and what to listen for when tuning yours. There is a lot more than meets the eye with these fickle instruments. But the results are worth it!

Interview with Paul Dickinson

Mar 3rd, 2021 50m 49s

On this weeks podcast Hilary sits down with mentor and fellow music entrepreneur Paul Dickinson. Paul has been making custom drums as the owner operator of udrum for the last 27 years! He has a lot of insight into the music industry and such a

Interview with Paul Merced

Feb 19th, 2021 51m 24s

Join Hilary, Matt and Malcolm as they sit down with DCI alum Paul Merced to talk about his time in DCI as well as some tips for auditioning for an ensemble.

Music Trivia!

Feb 4th, 2021 26m 30s

Hilary combines her love of music and trivia to put James to the test. How well will he do and how well do you think you know music?

Adult Learning

Jan 28th, 2021 38m 52s

Hilary and Malcolm talk about what it’s like for an adult to learn an instrument. What are some strategies to staying focused? What are some resources you can use? Listen to find out!

Teacher Talks with Emily

Jan 21st, 2021 40m 44s

Hilary sits down with returning guest Emily Daquano to get some more insight into the world of teaching online. Emily is a music teacher and choir instructor who has found ways to make online teaching fun and engaging.

Online Lessons Revisited

Jan 14th, 2021 27m 46s

Hilary and James talk about how strategies and opinions of teaching online have changed from the first lockdown to now. Why does Hilary like teaching online and why can’t she wait to get back to in person?

Musical New Years Resolutions

Jan 7th, 2021 30m 19s

Join Hilary, Matt and Malcolm as they talk about how they will be bettering themselves as musicians in 2021! Watch this podcast on YouTube.

Holiday Episode: Family Edition

Dec 16th, 2020 39m 43s

This week on the podcast Hilary sits down with her sister Claire to talk about Christmas music and their favourite holiday traditions. What is your favourite holiday tradition?

Dan Taylor From Adelaide

Dec 9th, 2020 44m 38s

This week Hilary sits down with Dan, singer songwriter and member of the band Adelaide. They talk about writing lyrics, compositional methods and what chunky face is. We also listen to two of Adelaides tracks. Enjoy!

Improvising 101

Dec 2nd, 2020 35m 43s

Join Hilary and Dave discuss the nuances of improvising. Learn some tips on how you can improvise and learn what the newly named “Angels Kiss” is!

CRASH Radio

Nov 26th, 2020 1h

Welcome to our first episode of CRASH Radio where we play tracks from local bands and learn about their writing process! This week we listen to Miss Mona Lisa by 12 Mile Island, Limbic By Full Deck, Homeward by The Seagram Synth Ensemble, Take

Video Game Soundtracks

Nov 16th, 2020 42m 36s

Hilary and James discuss the ins, outs, ups and downs of video game soundtracks. Learn some history, some of the tech and some of our favourites. A very broad, important and unique genre of music!

Appropriate Lesson Product: A Case Study

Nov 2nd, 2020 55m 23s

Meet fictional students Hope, Lennie and Yusuf as Hilary and Matt get to the bottom of their individual learning objectives and lesson products.

Q & A: Part 3 with Matt

Oct 25th, 2020 46m 47s

Join Hilary and Matt as they answer each other’s questions about marching arts, mallet percussion and parent involvement in lessons. Enjoy!

Q&A Part 2. Feat. Malcolm and Alexa

Oct 10th, 2020 39m 7s

Hilary and Malcolm take turns sitting in the hot seat answering some drum related questions. And Alexa says her classic catchphrase. Enjoy!

Harp 101

Sep 15th, 2020 41m 27s

Hilary is joined by Harpist Rose Soenen to speak on the wonderful world of Harp. Not only does she “pluck” up some interesting conversation, she plays for us as well!

Embarrassing Stories Pt. 2

Aug 24th, 2020 37m 53s

Ep 2 of embarrassing performance stories. Performing is a lot of fun, but sometimes things go wrong! Laugh at our misfortune for a second time!

Embarrassing Stories Pt. 1

Aug 9th, 2020 34m 48s

The members of the Junk Line share their most embarrassing performance stories in this weeks podcast. You will laugh, you will cringe, you will most likely experience second hand embarrassment.