
Almost Everything I've Learned About Teaching Band
Quick and easy tips to help you be a better band teacher.
Latest episodes

Nov 3, 2024 • 32sec
Why Do Flute Players Seem To Behave Better
Resources… Jazz From The Start - Jazz and improvisation curriculum you can use as soon as students know 5 notes Have a question for the podcast? Need a presenter for professional development? Contact me here: jamesthedivine@gmail.com or 719-238-4193. List of Speaking Topics. Check Out “Why Don’t They Teach That in School curriculum Ten Tips To Save 5 Hours This Week and Every Week eBook Complete Guide To Self-Publishing Your Book Course 40 Ways To Make Money as a Musician eBook FREE Forgive and Live Workshop Guitar Class Extension Materials

Nov 2, 2024 • 22sec
When In Doubt, Make It Flat - Bonus Episode
Resources… Jazz From The Start - Jazz and improvisation curriculum you can use as soon as students know 5 notes Have a question for the podcast? Need a presenter for professional development? Contact me here: jamesthedivine@gmail.com or 719-238-4193. List of Speaking Topics. Check Out “Why Don’t They Teach That in School curriculum Ten Tips To Save 5 Hours This Week and Every Week eBook Complete Guide To Self-Publishing Your Book Course 40 Ways To Make Money as a Musician eBook FREE Forgive and Live Workshop Guitar Class Extension Materials

Nov 1, 2024 • 25sec
Schedule a Time To Leave Work - Bonus Episode
Resources… Jazz From The Start - Jazz and improvisation curriculum you can use as soon as students know 5 notes Have a question for the podcast? Need a presenter for professional development? Contact me here: jamesthedivine@gmail.com or 719-238-4193. List of Speaking Topics. Check Out “Why Don’t They Teach That in School curriculum Ten Tips To Save 5 Hours This Week and Every Week eBook Complete Guide To Self-Publishing Your Book Course 40 Ways To Make Money as a Musician eBook FREE Forgive and Live Workshop Guitar Class Extension Materials

Oct 31, 2024 • 44sec
Say NO to This So You Can Say YES To That - Bonus Episode
Resources… Jazz From The Start - Jazz and improvisation curriculum you can use as soon as students know 5 notes Have a question for the podcast? Need a presenter for professional development? Contact me here: jamesthedivine@gmail.com or 719-238-4193. List of Speaking Topics. Check Out “Why Don’t They Teach That in School curriculum Ten Tips To Save 5 Hours This Week and Every Week eBook Complete Guide To Self-Publishing Your Book Course 40 Ways To Make Money as a Musician eBook FREE Forgive and Live Workshop Guitar Class Extension Materials

Oct 30, 2024 • 24sec
Keeping a Calendar Reduces Your Chance of Saying Yes - Bonus Episode
Resources… Jazz From The Start - Jazz and improvisation curriculum you can use as soon as students know 5 notes Have a question for the podcast? Need a presenter for professional development? Contact me here: jamesthedivine@gmail.com or 719-238-4193. List of Speaking Topics. Check Out “Why Don’t They Teach That in School curriculum Ten Tips To Save 5 Hours This Week and Every Week eBook Complete Guide To Self-Publishing Your Book Course 40 Ways To Make Money as a Musician eBook FREE Forgive and Live Workshop Guitar Class Extension Materials

Oct 29, 2024 • 40sec
Do THIS At The Start Of Every Class - Bonus Episode
Resources… Jazz From The Start - Jazz and improvisation curriculum you can use as soon as students know 5 notes Have a question for the podcast? Need a presenter for professional development? Contact me here: jamesthedivine@gmail.com or 719-238-4193. List of Speaking Topics. Check Out “Why Don’t They Teach That in School curriculum Ten Tips To Save 5 Hours This Week and Every Week eBook Complete Guide To Self-Publishing Your Book Course 40 Ways To Make Money as a Musician eBook FREE Forgive and Live Workshop Guitar Class Extension Materials

Oct 28, 2024 • 35sec
Air Will Get You There - Bonus Episode
Resources… Jazz From The Start - Jazz and improvisation curriculum you can use as soon as students know 5 notes Have a question for the podcast? Need a presenter for professional development? Contact me here: jamesthedivine@gmail.com or 719-238-4193. List of Speaking Topics. Check Out “Why Don’t They Teach That in School curriculum Ten Tips To Save 5 Hours This Week and Every Week eBook Complete Guide To Self-Publishing Your Book Course 40 Ways To Make Money as a Musician eBook FREE Forgive and Live Workshop Guitar Class Extension Materials

Oct 23, 2024 • 7min
Episode 276 - Three Ps To Keeping Order In Rehearsal
Episode 276 - Three Ps To Keeping Order In Rehearsal Get off the Podium - Keep your Pacing fast and interesting - Insist on 100% Participation every student, every day. Resources… Jazz From The Start - Jazz and improvisation curriculum you can use as soon as students know 5 notes Have a question for the podcast? Need a presenter for professional development? Contact me here: jamesthedivine@gmail.com or 719-238-4193. List of Speaking Topics. Check Out “Why Don’t They Teach That in School curriculum Ten Tips To Save 5 Hours This Week and Every Week eBook Complete Guide To Self-Publishing Your Book Course 40 Ways To Make Money as a Musician eBook FREE Forgive and Live Workshop Guitar Class Extension Materials

Oct 16, 2024 • 3min
Episode 275 - How Can I Remember Everything I'm Supposed To Do - 2 minute episode
Episode 275 - How Can I Remember Everything I’m Supposed To Do - 2 minute episode It’s time to get organized! Resources… Jazz From The Start - Jazz and improvisation curriculum you can use as soon as students know 5 notes Have a question for the podcast? Need a presenter for professional development? Contact me here: jamesthedivine@gmail.com or 719-238-4193. List of Speaking Topics. Check Out “Why Don’t They Teach That in School curriculum Ten Tips To Save 5 Hours This Week and Every Week eBook Complete Guide To Self-Publishing Your Book Course 40 Ways To Make Money as a Musician eBook FREE Forgive and Live Workshop Guitar Class Extension Materials

Oct 9, 2024 • 13min
Episode 274 - Work and Life Balance
Episode 274 - Work and Life Balance You CAN have a successful band program AND a balanced life. I married my HS sweetheart. We raised 4 kids while I was teaching band, and now we have 10 grandkids (and counting). We have been married 37 years. Join me as I share some ways you can achieve this balance. Resources… Jazz From The Start - Jazz and improvisation curriculum you can use as soon as students know 5 notes Have a question for the podcast? Need a presenter for professional development? Contact me here: jamesthedivine@gmail.com or 719-238-4193. List of Speaking Topics. Check Out “Why Don’t They Teach That in School curriculum Ten Tips To Save 5 Hours This Week and Every Week eBook Complete Guide To Self-Publishing Your Book Course 40 Ways To Make Money as a Musician eBook FREE Forgive and Live Workshop Guitar Class Extension Materials