The Growing Band Director

In this episode Kyle shares recordings and his insight on some amazing Grade 4 pieces for your band! You get to hear his favorite music at the grade 4 level - what works in each piece, and why your students need to experience this music! Coming from a real life situation - this music works! A must listen! To gain access to all show notes and audio files please Subscribe to the podcast and consider supporting the show on Patreaon - using the button at the top of growingband.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 Visit our merchandise store to purchase exclusive swag from The Growing Band Director Podcast  Follow the show: Podcast website : Growingband.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!

In this episode Kyle and Jeff meet with one of New Englands finest teachers - Dean Neal.  Dean's decades of experience as an instrumental and vocal teacher has lead to many awards for ensembles througout New England.  We discuss how to incorporate singing into the band and jazz band rehearsal to improve everything from tone and intonation to overall musicianship skills in your students.  There are examples of things you can do with beginners all the way through advanced musicians.  A must listen! To gain access to all show notes and audio files please Subscribe to the podcast and consider supporting the show on Patreaon - using the button at the top of growingband.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 Visit our merchandise store to purchase exclusive swag from The Growing Band Director Podcast  Follow the show: Podcast website : Growingband.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!

In this episode Kyle and Jeff chat with the incomparable Barry Saunders, get insights into his go-to; time tested approachs to teaching students to improvise.  This is for students and teachers of all levels - from beginner to professionals - there is something in here for you! To gain access to all show notes and audio files please Subscribe to the podcast and consider supporting the show on Patreaon - using the button at the top of growingband.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 Visit our merchandise store to purchase exclusive swag from The Growing Band Director Podcast  Follow the show: Podcast website : Growingband.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!

In this episode Jeff goes at it solo - sharing the many ways your relationships to the other adults in your school will help improve your program.  This is insight from a veteran teacher - with much to share! To gain access to all show notes and audio files please Subscribe to the podcast and consider supporting the show on Patreaon - using the button at the top of growingband.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 Visit our merchandise store to purchase exclusive swag from The Growing Band Director Podcast  Follow the show: Podcast website : Growingband.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!

In this episode we explore some of the best music for Grade 2.  High School teachers - don't sleep on this music!  Coming from a real life situation - this music works!  A must listen! To gain access to all show notes and audio files please Subscribe to the podcast and consider supporting the show on Patreaon - using the button at the top of growingband.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 Visit our merchandise store to purchase exclusive swag from The Growing Band Director Podcast  Follow the show: Podcast website : Growingband.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!

In this episode Kyle goes at it solo!  You get to hear his favorite music at the grade 3 level - what works in each piece, and why your students need to experience this music!  Coming from a real life situation - this music works!  A must listen! To gain access to all show notes and audio files please Subscribe to the podcast and consider supporting the show on Patreaon - using the button at the top of growingband.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 Visit our merchandise store to purchase exclusive swag from The Growing Band Director Podcast  Follow the show: Podcast website : Growingband.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!

A lively dive into John Wooden’s mindset and how his quotes can shape bandroom culture. They highlight meticulous practice, repetition until you can’t be wrong, and attention to small details. They stress character over reputation, teamwork over stardom, and measuring success by personal effort. Practical ideas include using printable Wooden quotes and borrowing discipline techniques from other fields.

In this episode Kyle and Jeff talk about the balanced band program - and how to structure it so that it has sustained success.  A must listen! To gain access to all show notes and audio files please Subscribe to the podcast and consider supporting the show on Patreaon - using the button at the top of growingband.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 Visit our merchandise store to purchase exclusive swag from The Growing Band Director Podcast  Follow the show: Podcast website : Growingband.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!

Trae Blanco, a collegiate band director and clinician known for rehearsal technique and ensemble musicianship. He discusses setting high, non-negotiable standards, choosing repertoire that fits your group, building student ownership and leadership, practical directed-listening and pencil-rehearsal strategies, and using clinicians to reinforce long-term habits.

In this episode Kyle and Jeff meet up with Randall Standridge to get his thoughts on great music for grades 1-3 especially, what to look for in the techniques requred for each music, the important things teachers can do to put their programs to the next level, as well as a discussion around commissioning new works from a composer. To gain access to all show notes and audio files please Subscribe to the podcast and consider supporting the show on Patreaon - using the button at the top of growingband.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 Visit our merchandise store to purchase exclusive swag from The Growing Band Director Podcast  Follow the show: Podcast website : Growingband.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!