Please enjoy my conversation with Andrea Mack, Director of Bands in Manistee, MI. In this episode, we discuss: using your phone for productivity hacks, Andrea's favorite books, and hiking!

Season 2, Episode #9 - TED MALT

Apr 10th, 2021 54m 38s

Please enjoy my conversation with Ted Malt. Ted is Professor of Music and Director of Performing Arts at West Shore Community College. In this episode, we discuss: Teaching and planning during COVID, entrepreneurship, and Ted's first experience

Season 2, Episode #8 - MATTHEW SHEPHARD

Mar 7th, 2021 58m 6s

I hope you enjoy my conversation with Matthew Shephard - Director of Bands, Meridian Public Schools. In this episode, we discuss: Community, Curriculum, and Running!

Season 2, Episode #7 - JAMES CHARLES

Mar 1st, 2021 1h 3m

I hope you enjoy my conversation with Dr. James Charles, Director of Bands at Southfield A&T. In this episode, we discuss: Online teaching, Family, and Earth, Wind, and Fire!

Season 2, Episode #6 - DAVE GOTT

Feb 22nd, 2021 55m 7s

Please enjoy my conversation with Dave Gott, Director of Bands in the Haslett Public Schools. In this episode, we discuss: Dave's slow start on the clarinet, his plans for retirement, and building a winning team with relationships - Enjoy!

Season 2, Episode #5 - LAURA HYLER

Feb 7th, 2021 1h

I hope you enjoy my conversation with Laura Hyler, a band director from Belding, MI. In this episode, we discuss: A servant leadership mindset, delegating responsibilities, and creating quality time with your kids!The podcast is brought to yo

Season 2, Episode #4 - DAN TEMBRAS

Jan 26th, 2021 1h 13m

Please enjoy my conversation with Dr. Dan Tembras, Director of Instrumental Studies at Purdue University Fort Wayne. In this episode, we discuss: The art of delegation, the Social Dilemma, and Donuts!Additionally, please join me Friday, Januar

Season 2, Episode #3 - MIKE EMERSON

Jan 9th, 2021 1h 10m

Please enjoy my conversation with Mike Emerson, Director of Bands at Holt High School, in Holt Michigan. Mike is a gifted teacher, devoted family man, and an engaging story teller. In this episode, we discuss: Mentors, resources for band "exerc

Season 2, Episode #2 - PATTI KROTH

Dec 21st, 2020 1h 2m

Please enjoy my conversation with the one and only, Patti Kroth. Patti is the Band Director at MacDonald Middle School in East Lansing, MI. She is a master teacher, devoted mom and spouse, and a great friend - a truly balanced band director! In

Season 2, Episode 1 - DR. SAM MCILHAGGA

Dec 12th, 2020 1h 10m

I hope you enjoy my conversation with Dr. Sam McIlhagga, Director of Bands at Albion College and Music Director of the Lansing Concert Band. In this episode, we discuss: Music teaching philosophy, dog ownership, and hockey!

Episode #10 - DIEGO RIVERA

Sep 3rd, 2020 54m 21s

I hope you enjoy my conversation with Professor, Diego Rivera. Diego is the Associate Professor of Jazz Studies, Saxophone, and Improvisation and the Associate Director of Jazz Studies at Michigan State University. In this episode we discuss: t

Episode #9 - Arris Golden. Dr. Golden is the Assistant Director of Bands at Michigan State University

Aug 27th, 2020 1h 3m

I hope that you enjoy my conversation with Dr. Arris Golden. Dr. Golden is the Assistant Band Director at Michigan State University and Associate Director of the Spartan Marching Band. She has extensive experience as a music educator in both th

Episode #8 - ROB ASH. Rob is the Director of Bands at Huron High School in Ann Arbor, MI.

Aug 20th, 2020 1h 22m

I hope you enjoy my conversation with Rob Ash, Director of Bands at Huron HS. Rob is a talented and passionate music educator. In this episode, we discuss teaching during COVID, student leadership, and tips to nailing job interviews!

Episode #7 - Matthew Casarez. Matthew is the Director of Bands and Rio Rancho High School in Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Aug 13th, 2020 45m 52s

Please enjoy my conversation with Matthew Casarez, Director of Bands at Rio Rancho HS. In this episode we discuss teaching band virtually, Drum and Bugle Corps, and Mahler!

My Conversation with ELIZABETH HERING

Aug 6th, 2020 51m 7s

Please enjoy my conversation with ELIZABETH HERING, Director of Bands at Livonia Churchill High School. In this episode we discuss: Professional leadership, chamber ensembles, and downhill skiing!

Episode #5 - MICHAEL KING

Jul 28th, 2020 1h 1m

My conversation with my friend, Mike King. Mike is the Assistant Director of Bands and Director of Athletic Bands at Bowling Green State University. In this episode we discuss: Brining mentors into your rehearsal, transitioning from public scho

Episode #4 - SUSAN GOULD

Jul 21st, 2020 48m 50s

My conversation with Susan Gould, Band and Orchestra Director at Greenville, HS. In this episode we discuss: Using humor in the classroom, student leadership, and bringing balance to your life and career!

Episode #3 - ANDREW DAVID PERKINS

Jul 14th, 2020 56m 54s

Andrew David Perkins is a composer and educator in Michigan. In this episode we discuss: The student centered classroom, our shared performance experiences, and balancing life and career!