Episode 56: Percussion Basics – Part 1
My friend and colleague Jordan Stern stops by in this episode to talk about some of the tips and tricks for percussion that every band director should know.
My friend and colleague Jordan Stern stops by in this episode to talk about some of the tips and tricks for percussion that every band director should know.
In this mini-episode I talk about the importance of having a hierarchy of listening for success as well as walking through my own hierarchy that I use when working with bands.
Also, I mentioned some amazing phrasing on classical guitar. The piece is Asturias by Isaac Albéniz as performed by Ana Vidovic (you can find it here).
In this episode I discuss the ins and outs of being a skilled interviewee. Starting with what to do before the interview, and covering the interview itself and the post-interview process, I give tips and tricks to help you find success (and a job).
Here are some sample interview questions for you to practice with:
Part 2 of my chat with Scott Rush. Mr. Rush’s expertise and insight is invaluable for any young teachers.
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In this series we welcome Scott Rush to the show. Mr. Rush is is the lead writer for the “Habits” music education series published by GIA Publications and is the former Director of Bands at Wando High School in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. He is currently the Director of Fine and Performing Arts In Dorchester School District Two and is the conductor of The Charleston Wind Symphony. In this episode we talk about advice for young teachers and navigating the collaborative nature of band.
In this episode, my colleague Jordan Stern and I discuss general tips for improving ensemble intonation, including working to develop aural skills in students, exercises to improve pitch matching in the band, and common pitfalls. If you are interested in the exercises we discuss, you can get more information at www.tuningwithtechnology.com
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The final episode in my series with Robert Selaiden, fantastic band director at Leander High School.
More of my conversation with Robert Selaiden, incredible band director at Leander High School, as he shares what he wishes he knew earlier in his career.
In this episode Robert Selaiden, incredible band director at Leander High School, shares what he wishes he knew earlier in his career.