Almost Everything I've Learned About Teaching Band

Episode 255 - Band Teacher: You Are a Hero I love to share a motivational speech in which I use my 105 year old sax, humor, music, and personal stories to let people know that - although they may be scratched, dented, and abused like my sax, a beautiful symphony of sound can still come pouring out of their lives. I’d love to speak to your group! www.jamesdivine.net   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.  www.jamesdivine.net Has the show benefited you? Would you consider a one time donation of any amount? HERE or Paypal or CashApp $jazzysaxman Are you in need of coaching? Set up a free 45 minute session. Free Smooth Jazz Music Some resources you may be interested in… 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 Check Out “Why Don’t They Teach That in School  

Episode 254 - Resources for Teaching Black History Month in the Music Classroom Swing Low Sweet ChariotWade in the WaterDuke EllingtonLouis ArmstrongBessie SmithChuck BerryLittle RichardSister Rosetta TharpeMarvin GayeAretha Franklin 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.  www.jamesdivine.net Has the show benefited you? Would you consider a one time donation of any amount? HERE or Paypal or CashApp $jazzysaxman Are you in need of coaching? Set up a free 45 minute session. Free Smooth Jazz Music Some resources you may be interested in… 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 Check Out “Why Don’t They Teach That in School  

Episode 253 - 4 Tips for Assessment and Feedback Formative vs Summative Individual vs Ensemble Be Specific Record 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.  www.jamesdivine.net Has the show benefited you? Would you consider a one time donation of any amount? HERE or Paypal or CashApp $jazzysaxman Are you in need of coaching? Set up a free 45 minute session. Free Smooth Jazz Music Some resources you may be interested in… 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 Check Out “Why Don’t They Teach That in School  

Episode 252 In this episode, I share some tips on the dos and don'ts of repertoire selection. Be wary of doing music that’s too difficult! 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.  www.jamesdivine.net Has the show benefited you? Would you consider a one time donation of any amount? HERE or Paypal or CashApp $jazzysaxman Are you in need of coaching? Set up a free 45 minute session. Free Smooth Jazz Music Some resources you may be interested in… 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 Check Out “Why Don’t They Teach That in School  

Episode 251 - It’s my privilege in this episode to interview one of my former students, Claire Dupre. Claire is a choral specialist who has also taught orchestra and band. She was the piano player in my jazz band and was in marching band. Claire shares tips on: what does a choral warm-up look like - how to teach choir parts - how to determine what (if any) part a student should sing - other resources and tips. Claire is also a composer. Perhaps you would like to commission her for a project or maybe you would like some voice lessons. Find out more about her at www.dupremusicstudio.com.  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.  www.jamesdivine.net Has the show benefited you? Would you consider a one time donation of any amount? HERE or Paypal or CashApp $jazzysaxman Are you in need of coaching? Set up a free 45 minute session. Free Smooth Jazz Music Some resources you may be interested in… 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 Check Out “Why Don’t They Teach That in School  

In this episode, I interview Cece Roudabush, Director of Education for New Harmony Line. Hyperscore is their composition program that helps you teach composition, one of our music standards. It’s appropriate for all age levels. It uses an inverted pedagogy, which means the students compose first, then receive coaching on what they have written to improve it. Reach out to her to find out more about this wonderful program. 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. www.jamesdivine.net Has the show benefited you? Would you consider a one time donation of any amount? HERE or Paypal or CashApp $jazzysaxman Are you in need of coaching? Set up a free 45 minute session. Free Smooth Jazz Music Some resources you may be interested in… 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 Check Out “Why Don’t They Teach That in School 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.

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.  www.jamesdivine.net Has the show benefited you? Would you consider a one time donation of any amount? Paypal  CashApp: $jazzysaxman Are you in need of coaching? Set up a free 45 minute session. Free Smooth Jazz Music Some resources you may be interested in… 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 Check Out “Why Don’t They Teach That in School 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.   

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Band director and podcast host Kyle Smith discusses teaching dynamics, growth mindset, real estate success, band performance, repertoire selection, balancing personal and professional life in teaching, and jazz improvisation in music education with fellow podcaster and band director James Devine.

I burned out at 2 schools. I really struggled with learning balance. I finally discovered it at my 3rd school! In this episode I share 7 tips to help you find life balance. Avoid doing what I did! Link to Just Say No article. 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.  www.jamesdivine.net Has the show benefited you? Would you consider a one time donation of any amount? Paypal  CashApp: $jazzysaxman Are you in need of coaching? Set up a free 45 minute session. Free Smooth Jazz Music Some resources you may be interested in… 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 Check Out “Why Don’t They Teach That in School 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.