Almost Everything I've Learned About Teaching Band

James Divine
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Oct 18, 2023 • 15min

Episode 242 - When Is It Time To Leave a Position

Deciding if it is time to leave is a very personal decision and not one to be taken lightly. Beware of receiving advice regarding this from people you don't know on social media. Best to talk to someone who is mostly going to ask you questions. I spent two years too long at my first two positions. Position number three was just right. 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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Oct 11, 2023 • 8min

Episode 241 - 5 Groups, 18 Songs, Less than 60 Minutes

I often had 5 groups perform 18 songs in less than 60 minutes. It can be done! This episode tells you how. 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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Oct 4, 2023 • 7min

Episode 240 - Sometimes Its Better NOT To Ask

Are there times in your career when it's best to move forward without asking permission? Yes, but do it cautiously. 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
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Sep 27, 2023 • 13min

Episode 239 - Teaching Music is a Triathlon Not a 50 Yard Dash

Recently I competed in a triathlon. It consisted of a 1/2 mile swim, 17.2 mile bike ride, and 3.1 mile run. I learned several lessons that also apply to teaching music: Pace Yourself Take care of yourself Realize Your Weaknesses and Adapt Finish Well 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
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Sep 20, 2023 • 6min

Episode 238 - 5 Things I Wish I Knew Years Ago

There are things we learn by experience the hard way. You can be ahead of me and others by learning them through my experience. 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
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Sep 13, 2023 • 6min

Episode 237 - Simplifying Grading- Should Band Be An Easy A

I like to tell my students that it's easy to get an A in band, but it's not an easy A. An easy A means you get it just for showing up. Easy to get an A means you will work for it, but there's no reason you shouldn't be able to earn one. 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
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Sep 6, 2023 • 5min

Episode 236 - It Takes Just As Much Work

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
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Aug 30, 2023 • 4min

Episode 235: Dont Be Jealous of Others

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
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Aug 23, 2023 • 4min

Episode 234 - Teaching 2 Levels of Band in the Same Classroom

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
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Aug 16, 2023 • 3min

Episode 233 - Tips For Reed Selection - Clarinet and Sax

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

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