

The Score
Eric Jimenez & Justin McLean
An Urban Music Education Podcast hosted by Eric and Justin. They provide tips and strategies through honest discussions about their experience teaching music in an Urban setting. The goal is to provide a positive and solution-based narrative to create more effective, compassionate and culturally relevant music educators.
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Apr 8, 2024 • 43min
Ep. 107-After the Ratings: How to Prepare for Next Year
Send us a textIn this week's episode, Eric and Justin discuss the aftermath of the results. What do you do once the scores have been given and the final festival or adjudication performance has finished? It is such a hectic time of rehearsals, sectionals, and clinics that once the final note has been played, all you really want to do is just get away. So listen in as both hosts talk about what comes next and how there is still growth, development, and knowledge to be gained. It’s a conversation that will help invigorate the director and grow the ensemble. Please check out this week's episode to be encouraged and inspired. Enjoy and share!!! In RotationEric: Entre Tu y Yo- Grupo VadenagiJustin: De La Soul- Me, Myself and ISupport the showConnect with us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram: @podthescoreEmail: podthescore@gmail.com | The Score Podcast WebsiteSupport The Score on Patreon or PaypalMusic Credits:Intro: Justin McLean In Rotation & Outro: Ben Bohorquez - @jamin_music

Mar 18, 2024 • 42min
Ep. 106: Protecting Your Peace: Balancing Demands in Music Education
Send us a textIn this week's episode, Eric and Justin discuss the overworked and ever-tired aspect of music education. Both Eric and Justin walk down memory lane and remember the pivotal moments of their careers that raised a flag towards self-care. Listen in as the discussion of peace and the ways we can meet that need by reimagining the old way of working towards a more redeeming and intentional model.In Rotation:Eric- Obed PadillaJustin- Jairus Mozee- 1968 Support the showConnect with us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram: @podthescoreEmail: podthescore@gmail.com | The Score Podcast WebsiteSupport The Score on Patreon or PaypalMusic Credits:Intro: Justin McLean In Rotation & Outro: Ben Bohorquez - @jamin_music

Mar 11, 2024 • 1h 8min
Ep. 105- Seize Your Opportunity: Ricardo Brown
Send us a textIn this week's episode, Eric and Justin catch up with Professor Ricardo Brown. Ricardo Brown is the Associate Director of Athletic and Wind Bands at the University of Connecticut. He also serves as the Co-Caption Head of the Sacramento Mandarins Drum Corp. This has been a well overdue interview and it doesn’t disappoint. Listen in as Prof Brown delves into seizing opportunity in life and how that mantra created the fuel that has gotten him to every destination. This conversation leans into how seizing the opportunity is a pivotal and foundational aspect of teaching and mentoring. Please check out this week's episode to be encouraged and inspired. Enjoy and share!!! In Rotation:Eric- Carin Leon & Kane Brown "The One"; Carin Leon & Omar Montes "Ron Con Coca"Justin- PJ Morton "Please Be Good To Me"Ricardo- Kenyon Dixon "The R&B You Love: Soul Of the '70s"Jacob Collier "Djesse Vol. 4"Cat PackTerrace Martin & Alex Isley's "I Left My Heart In Ladera"Cisco SwankSupport the showConnect with us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram: @podthescoreEmail: podthescore@gmail.com | The Score Podcast WebsiteSupport The Score on Patreon or PaypalMusic Credits:Intro: Justin McLean In Rotation & Outro: Ben Bohorquez - @jamin_music

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Mar 4, 2024 • 42min
Ep. 104: Beyond Words: Colleague Reactions to the Symphony of Well-Spoken Communication
Dive into the art of communication with Eric and Justin as they share how it can impact student progress. Explore the challenges faced by people of color in receiving compliments on articulate speech. Learn about creating a supportive learning environment for students in music education and beyond.

Dec 5, 2023 • 58min
Ep. 103- The Hustle Outside of Music: Dr. Kelvin Jones
Send us a textIn this week's episode, Eric and Justin get the great opportunity to catch up with none other than Dr. Kelvin Jones. Dr. Jones is a world-class musician/educator and a product of The Jackson State University. He is the former director of the famous LSU Tiger band. Dr. Jones has since switched lanes and now resides in the world of real estate development and music consulting. Listen in as Dr. Jones discusses this new chapter of his career. This new hustle is nothing but the very foundation that helped build his decorated music resume. This episode is a call and push to see the world outside of the band hall and that the instrument of work may change, but the hustle is still all the same. Please check out this week's episode to be encouraged and inspired. Enjoy and share!!! In Rotation:Eric- DJ Diego Alonso - Mix Fiesta MexicanaJustin- Robert Glasper "In December"Kelvin- Bobby Blue Bland | Bigger Pockets Podcast | Real Estate Rookie Podcast | Club Shay Shay Podcast Support the showConnect with us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram: @podthescoreEmail: podthescore@gmail.com | The Score Podcast WebsiteSupport The Score on Patreon or PaypalMusic Credits:Intro: Justin McLean In Rotation & Outro: Ben Bohorquez - @jamin_music

Oct 30, 2023 • 45min
Ep. 102- Head and Assistant Directors: A Match Forged Through Truth and Grace
Send us a textIn this week's episode, Eric and Justin discuss one of the most important relationships in the life of a band program. This relationship is none other than the head director and assistant director. This week's conversation pulls back the layers and exposes the elephant in the room: lack of unity and collaboration. Eric and Justin dive into the roles and what can hinder, and what can help. This dialogue will hopefully start the much-needed conversation and help bridge gaps in the connectivity. Please check out this week's episode to be encouraged and inspired. Enjoy and share!!! In Rotation:Eric- "90s -Remix" Braxton Cook feat Masego Justin- October London- "The Rebirth of Marvin"Support the showConnect with us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram: @podthescoreEmail: podthescore@gmail.com | The Score Podcast WebsiteSupport The Score on Patreon or PaypalMusic Credits:Intro: Justin McLean In Rotation & Outro: Ben Bohorquez - @jamin_music

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Oct 24, 2023 • 59min
Ep. 101- Dr. Andrew Hunter- This AND: Open to Innovation In a Traditional World
Dr. Andrew Hunter, Director of Bands at the University of Texas El Paso, discusses the concept of innovation in a traditional world. Topics include his journey in music education, the unique nature of the University of Texas El Paso, pushing reality across racial backgrounds, controversial statements, and embracing innovation in education.

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Oct 17, 2023 • 42min
Ep. 100- Four Years of Reflection, Service for Music Ed Podcasting
Celebrating four years of podcasting reflects the journey, community, and unexpected success Eric and Justin have cultivated. They discuss representation in music education, emphasizing the importance of diverse voices and mentoring. Nostalgia for church choirs mixes with admiration for Kanye West's Sunday Service. Looking ahead, they envision an inclusive, innovative future in music education that embraces various backgrounds and genres. Gratitude for listeners and a commitment to uplift overlooked voices highlight their shared mission.

Oct 2, 2023 • 45min
Ep. 99 Inclusive Notes: Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Latino Music Education
Send us a textIn this week's episode, Eric and Justin continue their conversation about Latino music education. Think of this week's episode as a part two of sorts as the light shines on Eric and his Latino experience as a student and music educator. Justin digs into Eric’s experience as an HBCU student and how his love and loyalty to his cultural background was a part of his journey as an educator. This episode gives great dialogue to an experience that helped shape his career and the students who were beneficiaries of a proud and intentional educator. Please check out this week's episode to be encouraged and inspired. Enjoy and share!!!In rotation:Eric- Carin LeonJustin- August Greene "Optimistic"Support the showConnect with us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram: @podthescoreEmail: podthescore@gmail.com | The Score Podcast WebsiteSupport The Score on Patreon or PaypalMusic Credits:Intro: Justin McLean In Rotation & Outro: Ben Bohorquez - @jamin_music

Sep 25, 2023 • 43min
Ep. 98- Celebrating Latino Culture and Heritage from a Black Music Educator's Perspective
Send us a textIn this week's episode, Eric and Justin discuss how you, as a music educator, can celebrate the culture and music of the Latino community in your program. This is a deep dive from the perspective of Justin’s point as a black educator. This vulnerable and honest conversation is his approach. Justin and Eric take an intricate look back towards his effort, authenticity, and intentionality to not check off a list but to make those students be seen and a real part of the music community they are a part of. Please check out this week's episode to be encouraged and inspired. Enjoy and share!!! In Rotation:Eric- Frank RayJustin- Diddy- "Off the Grid"Support the showConnect with us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram: @podthescoreEmail: podthescore@gmail.com | The Score Podcast WebsiteSupport The Score on Patreon or PaypalMusic Credits:Intro: Justin McLean In Rotation & Outro: Ben Bohorquez - @jamin_music