This week my guest is David Beil, expert band director and host of the “Beyond the Clef” podcast. We share some of our personal critique stories and talk about why we take groups to festival (and other performances) in the first place.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #046: Modern Band and More
Today’s podcast is a bit of a continuation of our last episode, where Steve Holley and I talked about incorporating pop music into our ensembles and classrooms.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #045: Incorporating Pop Music Into Your Ensemble
I am always interested in ways to increase student engagement. This week my guest is GRAMMY-nominated music educator Steve Holley.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #044: As a Woman in Music Education
Today we are continuing our celebration of Women’s History Month. My guest is Adriana Linares, a professional violist, music educator, entrepreneur, and mother.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #043: Revolutionary Women in Music
Those of you familiar with this podcast know that I usually welcome a guest who shares tips and tricks that you can put to use in your music program.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #042: The Orff Approach
Today we’re talking about the methodology of Orff.
If you’re like me, heavily trained in band/instrumental/secondary, then Orff means one of two things to you: some guy with a theory of education (though you probably can’t remember the exact details) and the person who wrote Carmina Burana.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #041: Starting an Elementary Music Program from Scratch
Today our guest is my friend and elementary music guru, Jessica Peresta. You can discover her blog and online community at the Domestic Musician.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #040: Festival Preparation
Festivals are a fantastic tool for both recruiting and retaining students. They can help engage your more advanced musicians while providing others with an incentive to improve.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #039: Empowering Your Students
While I understand that “Empowerment” can mean many different things to many different people, let me assure you this is a really great episode; so great I saved it for last – it was the final podcast we recorded in 2018.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #038: The Important Role of Music Technology In Education
To bring value to your program, technology needs to provide practical benefits. It has to inspire your students, aid your instruction, or make you more efficient.