Laura Estes
Experienced band director with 36 years of teaching who retired in 2018 and now composes educational band literature; noted for clinic work, award-winning ensembles, and writing quality repertoire for young bands.
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Dec 27, 2025 • 58min
(105) Craft Your Rehearsals for Student Success Throwback with Laura Estes
Laura Estes, a 36-year band teaching veteran turned composer, shares her approach to crafting rehearsals for student success. She talks about diagnosing musical problems early, selecting student-centered literature, engaging percussion, and adapting repertoire year-to-year. Laura also discusses her transition to composing and the ideas behind two playful works inspired by New Zealand and Dutch holiday traditions.
