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Program Notes: The Band Director Podcast
So, you’re finishing school or you’ve signed a contract. While other new band directors are just trying to survive that first year, what can you do to thrive? Each episode will give you direct, usable information based on actual experiences relevant to your needs as a future or beginning band director. So grab your earbuds or turn up the car stereo, and let me give you some great program notes for success.
Episodes release on either the 2nd or 4th Thursdays of each month (sometimes both).
Latest episodes
May 10, 2018 • 26min
Episode 15: Ending the Year
In this episode I discuss factors that influence ending the year strong. ©2018 John M. Denis
Apr 26, 2018 • 25min
Episode 14: Band Handbook
©2018 John M. Denis
Apr 12, 2018 • 15min
Episode 13: Saxophone Tips - Part 3
The final episode of our series on saxophone instruction. ©2018 John M. Denis
Mar 22, 2018 • 18min
Episode 12: Saxophone Tips - Part 2
This is part 2 of the discussion between Dr. Todd Oxford and myself regarding tips for teaching saxophone. I've decided to extend this recording into a part 3, so look for that next month. ©2018 John M. Denis
Mar 9, 2018 • 20min
Episode 11: Saxophone Tips - Part 1
In this episode the incomparable Dr. Todd Oxford and I talk about some of the common tips and misconceptions involved in teaching young saxophonists. ©2018 John M. Denis
Feb 22, 2018 • 30min
Episode 10: Starting a Job To Do List
36 Steps to prepare for a successful first day of school! ©2018 John M. Denis
Feb 13, 2018 • 10min
Mini-Episode 1: Tips for Contest
3 quick tips to help listeners prepare for the concert stage or the sight-reading room. ©2018 John M. Denis
Feb 8, 2018 • 30min
Episode 9: Starting a Job - Part 2
The second half of Brian and my discussion regarding how to follow up another band director in your new position. ©2018 John M. Denis
Jan 23, 2018 • 28min
Episode 8: Starting a Job - Part 1
Join Brian Weidner and myself as we discuss how to successfully follow a previous teacher. In part 1 of this discussion, we address the idea of social capital and the importance of professional communication. ©2018 John M. Denis
Jan 11, 2018 • 35min
Episode 7: Intonation - Part 3
Jordan and I tackle the joys of technology, discuss ways to teach your kids good intonation, and wrap up this series on intonation. ©2018 John M. Denis
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