The Balanced Band Director

Episodes

1. 20

   Season 2, Episode #10 - ANDREA MACK

   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!

   Apr 16, 2021

   1 hr 4 min
2. 19

   Season 2, Episode #9 - TED MALT

   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 at Michigan State University!...

   Apr 10, 2021

   54 min
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   Season 2, Episode #8 - MATTHEW SHEPHARD

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

   Mar 7, 2021

   58 min
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   Season 2, Episode #7 - JAMES CHARLES

   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!

   Mar 1, 2021

   1 hr 3 min
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   Season 2, Episode #6 - DAVE GOTT

   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!

   Feb 22, 2021

   55 min
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   Season 2, Episode #5 - LAURA HYLER

   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 you by Work of Art Custom Batons. Please visit Work of…

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   Feb 7, 2021

   1 hr
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   Season 2, Episode #4 - DAN TEMBRAS

   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, January 29th from 9:00-11:00 PM for the Michigan Music...

   Jan 26, 2021

   1 hr 13 min
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   Season 2, Episode #3 - MIKE EMERSON

   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 "exercises," and triathlons.

   Jan 9, 2021

   1 hr 10 min
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   Season 2, Episode #2 - PATTI KROTH

   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 this episode, we discuss: building relationships…

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   Dec 21, 2020

   1 hr 2 min
10. 11

    Season 2, Episode 1 - DR. SAM MCILHAGGA

    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!

    Dec 12, 2020

    1 hr 10 min
11. 10

    Episode #10 - DIEGO RIVERA

    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: the challenges of being a professional musician and...

    Sep 3, 2020

    54 min
12. 9

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

    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 the public schools and in higher Ed. In this episode…

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    Aug 27, 2020

    1 hr 3 min
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    Episode #8 - ROB ASH. Rob is the Director of Bands at Huron High School in Ann Arbor, MI.

    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!

    Aug 20, 2020

    1 hr 22 min
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    Episode #7 - Matthew Casarez. Matthew is the Director of Bands and Rio Rancho High School in Rio Rancho, New Mexico

    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!

    Aug 13, 2020

    45 min
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    My Conversation with ELIZABETH HERING

    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!

    Aug 6, 2020

    51 min
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    Episode #5 - MICHAEL KING

    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 school to college teaching, and balancing family and...

    Jul 28, 2020

    1 hr 1 min
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    Episode #4 - SUSAN GOULD

    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!

    Jul 21, 2020

    48 min
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    Episode #3 - ANDREW DAVID PERKINS

    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!

    Jul 14, 2020

    56 min
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    My Conversation with TIM CIBOR

    Tim Cibor is the Director of Bands at Seaholm High School.

    Jul 1, 2020

    43 min
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    My conversation with Mark Stice

    Enjoy my interview with Mark Stice, Director of Bands at Okemos High School - Okemos, MI

    Jun 3, 2020

    47 min