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Musicast
by Musicast Podcast
engaging discussion about music in everyday life Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/musicast-podcast/support
Episodes
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7.1: How to Release Music with Students with Kevin and Luis
Student voice and choice are increasingly talked about in education but how do we practically give students agency to engage in large scale musical products? In this episode, Sarah sits down with Kevin Longwill and Luis Aguilar to talk about an album project they completed with their students in...
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6.6: Reaching All Students with Dr. Judith Jellison
Creating a learning environment where all students can engage and be successful is a key part of being an educator, but we don’t always know the best ways to achieve that goal. In this episode, we hear from Dr. Judith Jellison, an accomplished teacher and researcher in music and special…
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6.5: Woodwind Methods Practice Book with Dr. Kathleen Melago
In this episode, Dr. Melago discusses her new Woodwind Methods Practice book--a book written specifically for students and educators to use in the practice room to build their fundamental skills on each woodwind instrument. Dr. Melago shares why she saw a need for this book and how her years of...
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6.4: The Musikfest Conference Unpacked with Dr. Marissa Guarriello, Grace Obert, The Foundry, and Natalie Reitzes
We're back with a new Musicast episode! Shoutout to our incredible Music Service Learning intern, Natalie Reitzes, for curating and creating this episode. How can we create spaces that connect music education, industry, and performance? In this episode, we learn all about the "Musikfest Music...
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6.3: Embracing The "Why Not": Following your Passions with Vicky Weber
In this episode, Sarah sits down with bestselling children's book author, literary agent, and music educator, Vicky Weber! Vicky has been behind the scenes at F-flat for the past 2.5 years, helping our team move into print publishing and expanding our reach. In this conversation, they talk about...
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6.2: Forging Connections and Study Buy-in with Anola Douglas
Sarah sits down with veteran choral educator, Anola Douglas, to discuss strategies for connecting with kids and getting them EXCITED about coming to music class! Her latest book, "Teaching the Apathetic Choir," breaks down some of Anola's favorite activities and mindset shifts that can bring joy...
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6.1: Behind the Pages: The Story Behind the Stories with F-flat Publishing Assistant Tayler Hill
It's our first episode of season 6! Join Dr. Sarah Gulish, co-founder and CEO of F-flat Books, in conversation with publishing assistant Tayler Hill. Sarah and Tayler talk about the publishing industry, how Tayler got involved in writing and editing, and what they're suppperrrrr excited for this...
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Off the Podium: A Spouse's Perspective
This episode of Musicast is a little different and a little more personal as Jen is joined by her husband Matt to talk about what it's like to be a spouse of a music teacher. From navigating concert season to the ups and downs of advocating for music education to the crazy schedules, this episode...
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5.19: More than just Retention: Expanding Student Horizons with Travel
On today's episode, Jen connects with Charlie DiCarne and Beth Beccone of Peak Travel to discuss the benefits, challenges, and funny stories of student trips. All three share their own experiences of organizing student travel and the impact it has made on their groups. Whether it's an overnight...
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5.18: Fresh Challenges and New Opportunities: Student perspectives on the High School-College Transition
This week Jen sits down with three former students to delve into the differences, challenges, and opportunities music students face making the leap to the collegiate level. Joined by Lauren Saks from West Chester University, Michael Frentzen of Lebanon Valley College, and Christian Gallucci from...
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5.17: First Time for Everything: The Impact of "Haven't Yet"
Ever think you can't do something? On this week's episode, Jenn sits down with Joe Stellino, director of choirs at CB South in Pennsylvania, to discuss the importance of a constantly evolving mindset. Changing the focus from "can't" to "haven't yet" is a very powerful way to grow students and...
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5.16: Making an Early Impact: A Conversation on the Importance of Early Childhood Music Education with Jes Cleland
On this week's episode, Jenn connects with Jes Cleland to talk about the importance of early childhood music education and her upcoming album 'Out There in the Wild'. Jes shares her passion for making music education accessible for our youngest students and how that shapes their journey going...
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5.15: Teacher Talk Round Table Discussion with Jennifer Repper, Susan Steen, and Jessica Tosti
Welcome to a roundtable chat with three seasoned music educators who have seen it all (or at least most of it). On this episode, we talk shop about finding your strengths as a teacher, creating meaningful and unexpected opportunities for students, and laughing over the weird and wonderful moments...
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5.14: The Power of Digital Music Making with Gillian Desmarais
On this week's episode, Jen had the opportunity to connect with Gillian Desmarias to talk about the impact of digital music making and songwriting for non-traditional music students. Gillian shares insights into her experiences as an educator and some of the tools and curriculum she leverages to...
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5.13: Onward and Upward: The Branching Path of a Music Educator with Dr. Marissa Guarriello
This week, Jen sits down with Dr. Marissa Guarriello to talk about the impact that mentorship and challenging horizons have had on her work. Through her journey, Dr. Guarriello has experienced music education in many facets: first as a student, then as a music educator, and on into graduate work...
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5.12: Keeping it Current: Teaching "Modern" Music with Kevin Longwill
On this week's episode, Jen had the opportunity to sit down with Kevin Longwill, one of Yamaha's '40 under 40' to discuss teaching 'Modern Music' and the impact of broadening music education horizons to appeal to non-traditional music students. You can learn more about Kevin and his upcoming…
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5.11: New Perspectives Part II
In Part II of "New Perspectives," Jenn sits down with Dr. Kathleen Melago and Dr. Jonathan Helmick, plus four college students working in field immersion experiences. Hear how hands-on learning opportunities can help shape experiences for pre-service music educators. You can learn more about...
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5.10: New Perspectives: The Impact of Field Immersion Student Teaching on Student Educators
This week, Jenn had the opportunity to connect with Dr. Kathleen Melago to discuss her new book, "Field Immersion in Music: A Planning Guide." Together they discuss the unique experience an immersive program offers these student educators as well as the communities they partner with! You can…
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5.9: Engineering Excellence: A Sit Down with the Chief Recording Engineer for 'The President's Own' United States Marine Corp Band
On this week's episode, Jenn sits down with the Chief Sound Engineer for 'The President's Own' United States Marine Corp Band, Gunnery Sergeant Mike Ducassoux, to discuss how his journey in Music Education led him down the path to sound engineering. We delve into the path he took and what it…
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5.8: Off the Podium: Navigating Equity in Music Education with Erin Zaffini
In episode two of our 'Off the Podium' series, Jenn sits down with Erin Zaffini, Director of Teacher Education at Longy School of Music, to discuss the development of the next generation of music educators and the challenge of navigating equity in music education.
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5.7: Off the Podium: The Realities of Being a Music Teacher with Jessica Tosti
Tune into this week's candid conversation between your host Jenn Divasto and her long-term friend and peer Jess Tosti for a heartfelt and honest look at their music educator journey. From their background as students and the formative influences that set them on their paths to discussing the gap...
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5.6: Music and STEM? That's just Bananas! A sit down with Javel Perriel
On this week's epsiode of Musicast, Jen sits down with Javel Perriel to talk about his passion for blending music and science with the Makey Makey. Javel is the author of 'Music is Bananas' an amazing passion project he's put together to help music educators cross curricular boundaries into the...
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5.5: A Chat with 'Piano Pete' of Echoland Studios
For this week's episode of Musicast, Jen has sits down with 'Piano Pete' Favilla of Echoland Studios in New York City. During this high-energy conversation they talk composing, musical influences, and his passion for making music accessible through Echoland Studios. You can checkout Echoland...
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5.4: Bringing Learning to Life: The Power of Musical Theater in Education with Sasha Eisenberg
On this week’s episode of Musicast, we sit down with Sasha Eisenberg, one of the premier theater educators in Bucks County and an active Board Member of the Oscar Hammerstein Museum. With 30 years of experience in education, Sasha brings her vast experience and energy to this week’s conversation…
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5.3: Sharing the Love of Music with Non-traditional Music Students with Natasha Henry Rodriguez
Ever wonder how to balance the interests of your students with the curriculum you teach? Do you feel ever feel stuck in the confines of your curriculum? On this week's episode of Musicast, we sat down with Natasha Henry-Rodriguez to talk about her unique experience as an educator and her new…
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5.2: Good Start, Fresh Start!
On this week's episode of Musicast, we're looking at starting off the school year on the right foot. Even after 18 starts, there is always something new and exciting about the beginning of the year. Getting off to a 'Good' Start can help define the year to come, and the challenge for some…
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5.1: A New Chapter for Musicast
We are thrilled to kick off season FIVE (!!) of Musicast with a big announcement. This season....(drum roll, please)... ...we are welcoming a new host! We are so thrilled to have educator Jen Divasto join the Musicast team as the new host for season five. Listen to this episode to learn more…
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4.27: The Future of F-flat Publishing and Enharmonic Books with Sarah Gulish and David Allen
It's the FINAL EPISODE of Musicast, season four! Wow. It's hard to believe that we've had four seasons of engaging conversations on music and music education. In this final episode of Musicast, I sit down with my brother David (co-founder of F-flat Books) to talk about the next season of F-flat....
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4:26: Reaching DHH Students in the Music Classroom with Adam Chitta
It’s the second to last Musicast episode for the 2023-2024 school year! In this episode, I sit down with music educator, Adam Chitta. Adam is the founder of “The Chitta Sound,” an organization that provides tools and professional development for teachers to help better reach their deaf and hard…
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4.25: Music Industry Marketing and Promotion with Freedom High School
In this fun episode, Musicast creator, Marissa Guarriello, sits down with students from Freedom High School to talk about a class they are enrolled in. “Marking Musikfest” is a unique way to connect students with music industry skills. Students used Sonic Bids and chose 10 different bands. Then,...
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4.24: Creative Approaches to Teaching Beginners with Crystal Boyack
Some of the best teaching ideas stem from identifying problems or gaps in current methods. In this podcast episode, Crystal Boyack talks about just that! Through struggling to find a beginning method that worked for her string players (including her own daughter), she decided to create her own…
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4:23: Getting Googley and Embracing Technology
I don't know about you, but this is the time of year when I feel overwhelmed with digital clutter and need to do some serious spring cleaning! Enter Theresa Hoover. Last summer, Theresa delivered an incredible workshop at our annual symposium. She provided ideas for using Google Apps to enhance…
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4.22: Embracing Arabic Popular Music with Ashley Shabankareh
In this episode, we sit down with musician, author, educator, and all-around incredible human Ashley Shabankareh. Ashley shares about her life and work and how she collaborated on our latest release with longtime friend Mia Ibrahim. Mia tragically lost their life in December 2023 and “Embracing...
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4.21: Following Curiosity as a Musician and Educator with Yeshima
In this episode, Sarah sits down with author, musician, and educator: Yeshima! Yeshima has been an F-flat author for years and is currently doing some amazing work in the areas of project-based learning and therapeutic drumming. In this episode, Yeshima shares about their past experiences and how...
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4.20: Providing Authentic Experience for Young Children with Jes Cleland
In this episode of Musicast, Sarah sits down with musician and educator, Jes Cleland. Jes is a bassist by trade and has spent years supporting young learners through her business, Music U, in Nashville. In this episode, she describes her journey to being an early childhood educator, how she...
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4.19: Finding Joy in Teaching with Jeanette Shorey
In this episode, Sarah sits down with Jeanette Shorey, veteran music teacher and promoter of joy in the classroom! Jeanette shares her story in music education and how she centers joy and stories in teaching young children. Listen to learn how community support and inspiration can help you keep…
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4.18: Cultivating Empathy in the Classroom with Daniel Rivera
How do we cultivate a sense of understanding and empathy among students? Can the music classroom be a space where we have hard discussions and unpack big emotions? In this episode, Daniel Rivera (author of "Empathy") describes his journey in music education and how his classroom has become a…
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4.17: Finding Your Voice Through Your Song with David Dockan
In this episode, Sarah sits down with David Dockan: musician, educator, and Ph.D. student at the University of Kentucky. David shares about his history as a musician and why he centers social-emotional learning in his work as both a teacher of young children and a teacher of pre-service music...
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4.16: Purpose and The Why behind the Work Part II
In this episode, Sarah continues to chat with Coty about the why behind the work. They talk about finding your purpose and pouring your energy into spaces that feel authentic while recognizing that what we share publicly is not often what we experience privately. How do we return to the passion…
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4.15: Musicianship and The Why behind the Work
In this episode, Sarah sits down with Grammy-nominated educator Coty Raven Morris in a powerful two-part series on the why behind our work as musicians and educators. In this first half, Coty breaks down why we need to examine barriers in music education and how we, as educators, can effort to…
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4.14: "On the Journey" of Higher Education
What does research mean to you in your day to day practice? How does higher education fit into your professional and personal goals? In this episode, Sarah sits down with Dr. Elizabeth Schultz (F-flat author and host of the "Research to Practice" column) and Marissa Guarriello (F-flat author, PhD...
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4.13: The Best Gifts You Can Give Yourself
Many of us are approaching holiday breaks with MUCH NEEDED days off of teaching. But, how can we ensure that our time is spent in ways that are truly restorative and help us approach 2024 with a sense of grounding? In this episode, Sarah shares four things you can give yourself over winter break…
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4.12: Reimagining Representation for Beginning Musicians with Charlie Edmonds
In this episode of Musicast, Sarah sits down with Charlie Edmonds, PhD student, music educator, and entrepreneur. Charlie is the Founder of "Pocket Methods," a method for beginning band and orchestra students that centers black Gospel music. Listen in to learn about Charlie's journey to becoming…
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4.11: Reflections on the AOSA Conference with Claire Rehmke of Musically Minted
In this episode of Musicast, Sarah sits down with Claire of Musically Minted to share reflections on the AOSA conference in November. Both Sarah and Claire were exhibiting for the first time AND are running their businesses full-time after being in the classroom for years. Listen in to learn…
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4.10: The Why and the Work with Dr. Shane Colquhoun and Jasmine Fripp
In this episode, Dr. Shane Colquhoun sits down with Jasmine Fripp to talk about two important areas of music education: finding our "why" and how to put in meaningful work that impacts many. This conversation is heartfelt, inspiring, and encouraging. You can learn more about Shane and his book,...
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Episode 4.9: Ask Me Anything with Dr. Sarah Gulish
In this episode, Sarah answers listener questions about entrepreneurship and F-flat Books' publishing platform. F-flat is opening submissions in just a couple of months (January 1st!). Listen in to learn more about how you can prepare your project for submission, how the F-flat Books team decides...
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Episode 4.8: What I Wish I'd Known My First Year Teaching with Jessica Grant
In this episode, Jessica Grant sits down to reflect on lessons she's learned during her 20+ year career as an educator. Whether you're a new teacher or have been in the classroom for years, Jessica's reflections are rooted in concrete ways to connect with care and community for sustenance in such…
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Episode 4.7: Native American Music in the Music Classroom with Michelle McCauley Bobadilla
In this episode, Sarah sits down with Michelle McCauley Bobadilla to talk about the state of Native American music education. As a long-time music educator and a member of the Pyramid Lake Paiute tribe in Nevada. Michelle provides insight on how educators should approach learning about and…
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Episode 4.6: Autumn Songs and the Creative Process
In this week's episode, we sit down with Stephanie Leavell of Music for Kiddos to talk about some of our favorite topics: Songwriting, Autumn Songs, and how to connect with kids. Stephanie shares how she embraces the creative process of songwriting, how she's found her voice as a songwriter, and...
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Episode 4.5: Wind Ensemble, Repertoire, and Modernizing Programs with Dr. Tonya Mitchell-Spradlin (Season 2 Reissue)
This episode originally aired in August 2021. Tonya Mitchell-Spradlin is Director of Wind Band Studies and Assistant Professor of Music at Penn State University. In addition to conducting the Symphonic Wind Ensemble, overseeing the graduate wind conducting program, teaching courses in wind band...
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