The Growing Band Director

Part 5 of a 5 Part Series - Today we explore the Merengue as well as Multi-style! Including example charts in each style for your band! In this series we explore specific styles of Afro-Latin Jazz - what makes them unique and what makes them similar. Each video has a uniform opening segment general set up, rehearsal techniques, and specifics needed for each style.

Part 4 of a 5 Part Series - Today we explore the Mambo and the Son Montuno (Salsa)! Including example charts in each style for your band! In this series we explore specific styles of Afro-Latin Jazz - what makes them unique and what makes them similar. Each video has a uniform opening segment general set up, rehearsal techniques, and specifics needed for each style.

Part 3 of a 5 Part Series - Today we explore the Bolero and Rumba! Including example charts in each style for your band! In this series we explore specific styles of Afro-Latin Jazz - what makes them unique and what makes them similar. Each video has a uniform opening segment general set up, rehearsal techniques, and specifics needed for each style. To gain access to all show notes and audio files please Subscribe to the podcast and consider supporting the show on Patreon - using the button at the top of thegrowingbanddirector.com Our mission is to share practical  advice and explore topics that will help every band director, no matter your experience level, as well as music education students who are working to join us in the coming years. Connect with us with comments or ideas Follow the show: Podcast website : Thegrowingbanddirector.com On Youtube The Growing Band Director  Facebook-The Growing Band Director Podcast Group Instagram @thegrowingbanddirector Tik Tok @thegrowingbanddirector If you like what you hear please: Leave a Five Star Review and  Share us with another band director!

Part 2 of a 5 Part Series - Today we explore the Cha Cha Cha! Including example charts in each style for your band! In this series we explore specific styles of Afro-Latin Jazz - what makes them unique and what makes them similar. Each video has a uniform opening segment general set up, rehearsal techniques, and specifics needed for each style. To gain access to all show notes and audio files please Subscribe to the podcast and consider supporting the show on Patreon - using the button at the top of thegrowingbanddirector.com Our mission is to share practical  advice and explore topics that will help every band director, no matter your experience level, as well as music education students who are working to join us in the coming years. Connect with us with comments or ideas Follow the show: Podcast website : Thegrowingbanddirector.com On Youtube The Growing Band Director  Facebook-The Growing Band Director Podcast Group Instagram @thegrowingbanddirector Tik Tok @thegrowingbanddirector If you like what you hear please: Leave a Five Star Review and  Share us with another band director!

Part 1 of a 5 Part Series - Today we explore the Bossa and the Samba! Including example charts in each style for your band! In this series we explore specific styles of Afro-Latin Jazz - what makes them unique and what makes them similar. Each video has a uniform opening segment general set up, rehearsal techniques, and specifics needed for each style. To gain access to all show notes and audio files please Subscribe to the podcast and consider supporting the show on Patreon - using the button at the top of thegrowingbanddirector.com Our mission is to share practical  advice and explore topics that will help every band director, no matter your experience level, as well as music education students who are working to join us in the coming years. Connect with us with comments or ideas Follow the show: Podcast website : Thegrowingbanddirector.com On Youtube The Growing Band Director  Facebook-The Growing Band Director Podcast Group Instagram @thegrowingbanddirector Tik Tok @thegrowingbanddirector If you like what you hear please: Leave a Five Star Review and  Share us with another band director!

Matthew Arau is the founder of Upbeat Global and shares many ways to maximize your student engagement during rehearsal To gain access to all show notes and audio files please Subscribe to the podcast and consider supporting the show on Patreon - using the button at the top of thegrowingbanddirector.com Our mission is to share practical  advice and explore topics that will help every band director, no matter your experience level, as well as music education students who are working to join us in the coming years. Connect with us with comments or ideas Follow the show: Podcast website : Thegrowingbanddirector.com On Youtube The Growing Band Director  Facebook-The Growing Band Director Podcast Group Instagram @thegrowingbanddirector Tik Tok @thegrowingbanddirector If you like what you hear please: Leave a Five Star Review and  Share us with another band director!

All four of the rhythm section instruments (Piano, Guitar, Bass and Drums) get covered in a very thorough way during this converation with Anthony Susi. Anthony is a proficient rhythm section player, veteran band director, adjudicator and composer - and brings his expertise to the show to help you improve your rhythm section! To gain access to all show notes and audio files please Subscribe to the podcast and consider supporting the show on Patreon - using the button at the top of thegrowingbanddirector.com Our mission is to share practical  advice and explore topics that will help every band director, no matter your experience level, as well as music education students who are working to join us in the coming years. Connect with us with comments or ideas Follow the show: Podcast website : Thegrowingbanddirector.com On Youtube The Growing Band Director  Facebook-The Growing Band Director Podcast Group Instagram @thegrowingbanddirector Tik Tok @thegrowingbanddirector If you like what you hear please: Leave a Five Star Review and  Share us with another band director!

An end of the school year sit down brings out things that we feel we did well this year, things that are planned for next year, and adjustments we have made for the modern student this year. To gain access to all show notes and audio files please Subscribe to the podcast and consider supporting the show on Patreon - using the button at the top of thegrowingbanddirector.com Our mission is to share practical  advice and explore topics that will help every band director, no matter your experience level, as well as music education students who are working to join us in the coming years. Connect with us with comments or ideas Follow the show: Podcast website : Thegrowingbanddirector.com On Youtube The Growing Band Director  Facebook-The Growing Band Director Podcast Group Instagram @thegrowingbanddirector Tik Tok @thegrowingbanddirector If you like what you hear please: Leave a Five Star Review and  Share us with another band director!

Julius Tolentino (JTolemusic.com) joins the show to give examples of historical jazz music that is written for less experienced jazz musicians. Score and sound are provided. To gain access to all show notes and audio files please Subscribe to the podcast and consider supporting the show on Patreon - using the button at the top of thegrowingbanddirector.com Our mission is to share practical  advice and explore topics that will help every band director, no matter your experience level, as well as music education students who are working to join us in the coming years. Connect with us with comments or ideas Follow the show: Podcast website : Thegrowingbanddirector.com On Youtube The Growing Band Director  Facebook-The Growing Band Director Podcast Group Instagram @thegrowingbanddirector Tik Tok @thegrowingbanddirector If you like what you hear please: Leave a Five Star Review and  Share us with another band director!

Julius Tolentino discusses programming music of substance to develop jazz musicians, emphasizing authenticity over trendy choices. He highlights the importance of creating a strong music culture in school bands, focusing on jazz education. The podcast explores the experiences of band directors at the academy, stresses the significance of music rich in history and substance in band programs, and discusses the benefits of participating in the Essentially Ellington competition for growth potential.