The Score

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.

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

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

Send us a textIn this week's episode, Eric and Justin discuss the world of Title I schools. Eric and Justin have cut their teeth as educators in the Title I context, which can easily be typecasted as monolithic. Listen in as both hosts pull back the layers and the multi-faceted aspects that create the world of Title I. Let this episode be your guide toward helpful conversations and understanding what it requires to be intentional and effective in all Title 1 environments. Please check out this week's episode to be encouraged and inspired. Enjoy and share!!!In Rotation:Eric- Palmasur- Mexican Lo fiJustin- "Banjo Beat Part 6"- Ricky DesktopSupport 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

Send us a textEric and Justin are back to kick off another season of The Score. We could not start this season without letting our listeners know about the new seasons of life we are in and how, even though they look different, the outcome is all the same. We may have left our places of origin, but IMPACT is still the name of the game. Please check out this week's episode and make sure you are locked in as we start another impactful season of The Score. Enjoy and share!!In Rotation:Eric- Grupo Vadenagi "TQG"Justin- Chip & Dale's Theme Song & Derrick Minor "Vibrations"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

Send us a textIn this week's episode, Eric and Justin discuss some major changes that have taken place in their respective lives. Both Eric and Justin are excited about the new life changes and want to share them with our listeners. Don't miss out on these exciting times in the life of The Score Podcast. Tune in and check out this week's episode. Enjoy and share!!!In Rotation:Eric- "Le Va Doler" Grupo FronteraJustin- "Victims & Villains" Musiq SoulchildSupport 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

The hosts discuss taking initiative and creating opportunities in music education. They share tips on teaching drum set and using James Brown records. They emphasize the importance of creating and sharing content in the field. The speakers reflect on their podcast journey and the need for constant improvement.

Send us a textIn this week's episode, Eric and Justin had the great honor of talking with educator extraordinaire Jasmine Fripp. Jasmine Fripp is the Director of Choral Activities and General Music at Kipp Nashville Collegiate High School. Mrs. Fripp is an innovator and world-class music educator. Yet, in this episode, she is speaking about something that evades every music educator—the concept of finding balance and why it’s important to the music classroom and students.Tune in and check out this week’s episode!! Enjoy and share!!!In Rotation:Eric- Grupo Frontera & Bad Bunny- "Un x100to"Justin- Brandy "Full Moon"Jasmine- OddisceeConnect with Jasmine: Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, EmailSupport 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

Send us a textIn this week's episode, Eric narrates an article, "My Pretend Music School," from composer and percussionist Ivan Trevino. Ivan, an active educator, currently serves as a Lecturer in Percussion at the University of Texas at Austin. He is also co-director of the Eastman Percussion Festival, a biennial summer festival hosted by the Eastman School of Music. He is an artist and clinician for Innovative Percussion, Black Swamp Percussion, Zildjian Cymbals, Evans Drumheads, Pearl / Adams, Meinl, and Beetle Percussion.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

Send us a textIn this week's episode, Eric and Justin get the chance to interview Nicolas Prosini & Ær Queen, two elementary school music teachers from Fairfax County Schools, Virginia. We explore the topic of trans kids in the music classroom and how music educators can create a safe, equitable, inclusive, and welcoming environment for them. Ultimately, we explore how music can be a powerful tool for creating a sense of belonging and community for trans youth and how music educators can play a critical role in making this possible.In rotation:Fito Olivares- EricRe Lxuise- "Play by Play"- Justin (silence) & Kraftwerk- Nicolas Connect with Nicolas & Ær: Website, Nicolas FB, Nicolas Email, Ær EmailResource PageSupport 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