

Almost Everything I've Learned About Teaching Band
James Divine
Quick and easy tips to help you be a better band teacher.
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Aug 10, 2022 • 7min
Episode 212 Advice for New Directors Part 2
Get my FREE TRAINING, 7 Tips To Save 5 Hours This Week and Every Week Link to my Beginning of Year Task List. Feel free to copy and make your own. Link to Episode 209 - Why I Regret Missing My State Conference Have a question for the podcast? Need a presenter for professional development? Contact me here: jamesthedivine@gmail.com or 719-238-4193. Subscribe in iTunes Free Smooth Jazz Music Multitude of links and resources here Has the show benefited you? Would you consider a one time donation of any amount through Paypal (jamesthedivine@gmail.com)? Some resources you may be interested in… The Science of Sound, 8 lessons that can be used in class or online. Students make instruments from objects in their home and learn about how sound works. Check Out "Why Don't They Teach That in School My hope is that as a music teacher you are still performing! Whether you want to make some money performing or just need some other ideas on how to supplement your teaching income, here are 40 Ways To Make Money as a Musician 30 Days of Motivation

Aug 3, 2022 • 7min
Episode 211 Advice for New Directors Part 1
Get my FREE TRAINING, 7 Tips To Save 5 Hours This Week and Every Week Link to my Beginning of Year Task List. Feel free to copy and make your own. Link to Episode 209 - Why I Regret Missing My State Conference Have a question for the podcast? Need a presenter for professional development? Contact me here: jamesthedivine@gmail.com or 719-238-4193. Subscribe in iTunes Free Smooth Jazz Music Multitude of links and resources here Has the show benefited you? Would you consider a one time donation of any amount through Paypal (jamesthedivine@gmail.com)? Some resources you may be interested in… The Science of Sound, 8 lessons that can be used in class or online. Students make instruments from objects in their home and learn about how sound works. Check Out "Why Don't They Teach That in School My hope is that as a music teacher you are still performing! Whether you want to make some money performing or just need some other ideas on how to supplement your teaching income, here are 40 Ways To Make Money as a Musician 30 Days of Motivation

May 18, 2022 • 2min
Episode 210 - What To Have On Your To-Do List Concert Dayy
Have a question for the podcast? Need a presenter for professional development? Contact me here: jamesthedivine@gmail.com or 719-238-4193. Subscribe in iTunes Multitude of links and resources here Has the show benefited you? Would you consider a one time donation of any amount through Paypal (jamesthedivine@gmail.com)? Some resources you may be interested in… The Science of Sound, 8 lessons that can be used in class or online. Students make instruments from objects in their home and learn about how sound works. Check Out "Why Don't They Teach That in School My hope is that as a music teacher you are still performing! Whether you want to make some money performing or just need some other ideas on how to supplement your teaching income, here are 40 Ways To Make Money as a Musician 30 Days of Motivation

May 11, 2022 • 2min
Episode 209 - I Regret Missing My State Conference
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May 4, 2022 • 2min
208 - Why I Decided to Stay
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Apr 20, 2022 • 49min
Episode 207 - Consider a new scheduling model with beginning band as an exploratory
Join me as I chat with Band Director Tim Ostrow as he shares his proposal for beginning band class as an exploratory. - What worked and what didn't - The beginning band tool you should get now, even if you aren't considering this model - Band retention under this model has been 90% or higher! - In December, parents help their kids decide whether to continue to band or move to another elective. Are you interested in the Jupiter beginning band kits mentioned in the podcast? They are available through Graner Music. Give them a call at (719) 574-2001 Some resources you may be interested in… The Science of Sound, 8 lessons that can be used in class or online. Students make instruments from objects in their home and learn about how sound works. Check Out "Why Don't They Teach That in School My hope is that as a music teacher you are still performing! Whether you want to make some money performing or just need some other ideas on how to supplement your teaching income, here are 40 Ways To Make Money as a Musician 30 Days of Motivation Have a question for the podcast? jamesthedivine@gmail.com or 719-238-4193. Subscribe in iTunes Multitude of links and resources here Has the show benefited you? Would you consider a one time donation of any amount through Paypal (jamesthedivine@gmail.com)?

Apr 6, 2022 • 6min
Episode 206 - 11 Fast and Furious Time Saving Tips
11 Fast and Furious Time Saving Tips 6 Things to STOP doing now and 1 Task to do with food and 4 Things You Should Delegate Some resources you may be interested in… The Science of Sound, 8 lessons that can be used in class or online. Students make instruments from objects in their home and learn about how sound works. Check Out "Why Don't They Teach That in School My hope is that as a music teacher you are still performing! Whether you want to make some money performing or just need some other ideas on how to supplement your teaching income, here are 40 Ways To Make Money as a Musician 30 Days of Motivation Have a question for the podcast? jamesthedivine@gmail.com or 719-238-4193. Subscribe in iTunes Multitude of links and resources here Has the show benefited you? Would you consider a one time donation of any amount through Paypal (jamesthedivine@gmail.com)?

Mar 16, 2022 • 16min
Episode 205 - 7 Tips To Get Organized and Save 5 Hours This Week, Guaranteed!
What if I could give you 7 tips that would help you be more organized and I guarantee your money back if the tips don't save you at least 5 hours. In fact, I will double your money back that you spend on this episode. We will learn what to do with emails, how to limit your online time, taming meetings, using the 2 minute rule, and more! Some resources you may be interested in… The Science of Sound, 8 lessons that can be used in class or online. Students make instruments from objects in their home and learn about how sound works. Check Out "Why Don't They Teach That in School My hope is that as a music teacher you are still performing! Whether you want to make some money performing or just need some other ideas on how to supplement your teaching income, here are 40 Ways To Make Money as a Musician 30 Days of Motivation Have a question for the podcast? jamesthedivine@gmail.com or 719-238-4193. Subscribe in iTunes Multitude of links and resources here Has the show benefited you? Would you consider a one time donation of any amount through Paypal (jamesthedivine@gmail.com)?

Mar 2, 2022 • 30min
Episode 204 - Interview With Practice Skills Curriculum Creator Meg Thorup
In this episode, I have a chance to sit down with Practice Skills Curriculum creator Meg Thorup. She has developed a curriculum to TEACH kids How to Practice. Her year-long curriculum is available on teachers pay teachers. It includes 32 lessons and assessments divided into 4 quarters. Some resources you may be interested in… The Science of Sound, 8 lessons that can be used in class or online. Students make instruments from objects in their home and learn about how sound works. Check Out "Why Don't They Teach That in School My hope is that as a music teacher you are still performing! Whether you want to make some money performing or just need some other ideas on how to supplement your teaching income, here are 40 Ways To Make Money as a Musician 30 Days of Motivation Have a question for the podcast? jamesthedivine@gmail.com or 719-238-4193. Subscribe in iTunes Multitude of links and resources here Has the show benefited you? Would you consider a one time donation of any amount through Paypal (jamesthedivine@gmail.com)?

Feb 16, 2022 • 9min
Episode 203 - My Self-Esteem Was Destroyed
Several years ago I left a position I had been at for 13 years. I won't go into the fine details, but I resigned at the end of the school year after a very difficult year with a very difficult principal. My self-esteem was destroyed! In this episode, I share a little of my journey, I talk about "fake" band directors (unfortunately they're not going away), and share a few tips on how you can help a colleague if they are going through something similar. Some resources you may be interested in… The Science of Sound, 8 lessons that can be used in class or online. Students make instruments from objects in their home and learn about how sound works. Check Out "Why Don't They Teach That in School My hope is that as a music teacher you are still performing! Whether you want to make some money performing or just need some other ideas on how to supplement your teaching income, here are 40 Ways To Make Money as a Musician 30 Days of Motivation Have a question for the podcast? jamesthedivine@gmail.com or 719-238-4193. Subscribe in iTunes Multitude of links and resources here Has the show benefited you? Would you consider a one time donation of any amount through Paypal (jamesthedivine@gmail.com)?


