It takes just as much work to take a band from a 1 to a 7 as it does to take a band from a 9 to a 9.2, but the director of the latter will probably get more recognition. That’s just a fact of life. Don’t let that deter you from being persistent and continually working to improve. 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. Get my FREE TRAINING, 7 Tips To Save 5 Hours This Week and Every Week Subscribe in iTunes  Free Smooth Jazz Music 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  

It’s so easy to become jealous of other directors. I struggled with this for many years. I finally stopped (mostly) about 5 years ago. Here’s hoping this will help you stop now. 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. Get my FREE TRAINING, 7 Tips To Save 5 Hours This Week and Every Week Subscribe in iTunes  Free Smooth Jazz Music 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 www.jamesdivine.net

Having both beginners and intermediate students in the same class at the same time is not ideal, but it can be done. In this epiosde I share some tips on how you can make it work. Have a question for the podcast? Need a presenter for professional development? Contact me here:  jamesthedivine@gmail.com or 719-238-4193. Get my FREE TRAINING, 7 Tips To Save 5 Hours This Week and Every Week Subscribe in iTunes  Free Smooth Jazz Music 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  

When suggesting reeds for sax and clarinet players, should you choose Vandoren, Rico, some other brand? What strength reed should you start students on? What reed should you avoid? More tips on How To Prevent Your Saxes From Sounding Like Honking Geese Have a question for the podcast? Need a presenter for professional development? Contact me here:  jamesthedivine@gmail.com or 719-238-4193. Get my FREE TRAINING,  7 Tips To Save 5 Hours This Week and Every Week Subscribe in iTunes  Free Smooth Jazz Music 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  

Do you struggle with staying organized? In this episode, I share some strategies that may be helpful... Creat a Beginning of Year Task List Aim for inbox zero Binders and clipboards are your friend And more... Have a question for the podcast? Need a presenter for professional development? Contact me here:  jamesthedivine@gmail.com or 719-238-4193.   Get my FREE TRAINING, 7 Tips To Save 5 Hours This Week and Every Week   Subscribe in iTunes    Free Smooth Jazz Music   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  

Remember Nancy Reagan’s theme from the 1980s to Just Say No to drugs? She was made fun of, but it is an effective strategy. You may not struggle with drugs, but I bet you do struggle with saying no! When you say yes youre saying no to something else. Many miss the great doing the good Say NO to overtime so you can say YES to your family Say NO to overeating so you can say YES to a better quality life Say NO to going out to eat so you can say YES to your retirement account Here are some real NOs I have said… I said NO to helping in the school musical so I could say YES to conducting a community orchestra. I said NO to playing at coffee houses so I could say YES to spending time at home. I say NO everyday to the candy bars so I can say YES to size 32 pants. I said NO to teaching lessons so I can say YES to writing and practicing music. I said NO to the snooze button so I could say YES to reading my Bible. I said NO to Starbucks so I could say YES to a cruise with my honey. Overall, I have found that developing a relationship with a principal before you need anything is the best bet. Does it always work? No, some are jerks - but many are just overwhelmed in their own jobs. Many are better managers than leaders. If you can make yourself the teacher that needs the least attention (grades in time, follow procedures, early to meetings, call parents), you will find this goes a long way.  Sign up for my year-long coaching program, email jamesthedivine@gmail.com and let’s see if we can work together. I only have space to work with 5 people. Say NO today so you can say YES! www.jamnesdivine.net    

Discover 10 tips for engaging students after the final concert, such as turning in instruments late and completing assignments. Also learn about what to do after the concert, including learning jazz and organizing pop up concerts.

Have a question for the podcast? Need a presenter for professional development? Contact me here:  jamesthedivine@gmail.com or 719-238-4193.   Need a music program software management system? Check out www.batonsync.com.   Get my FREE TRAINING, 7 Tips To Save 5 Hours This Week and Every Week   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

You have got to listen to this fantastic interview with Scott Watson! Scott is an experienced music teacher and composer. Besides his wonderful works like "Aesop's Fables: The Tortoise and the Hare, Extraordinary Machines of Clockwork and Steam," and more, Scott has created tons of FREE resources to aid in your teaching. Check out his works and his free materials at www.scottwatsonmusic.com  

Have a question for the podcast? Need a presenter for professional development? Contact me here:  jamesthedivine@gmail.com or 719-238-4193.   Need a music program software management system? Check out www.batonsync.com.   Get my FREE TRAINING, 7 Tips To Save 5 Hours This Week and Every Week   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 www.jamesdivine.net