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Jack Williamson and John and Becky Warren Jun 08, 2020

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Jack Williamson, retired Director of Bands at Central Michigan University reflects on his successful career. He talks about how his master's degree helped him fill in the cracks and why it is important to have high standards. John and Becky Warren of Mandan, North Dakota share their story of how they met at the Midwest Clinic and how their love for bands and each other continue to motivate them to make a difference for kids through band.

Freddy, Christopher and Michael Martin Jun 01, 2020

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From Freddy's early days of teaching, Chris deciding the French Horn was not for him and how a movie influenced Michael's career path, the Martins share their story. Their unconditional love, support and respect for each other and music is truly inspirational. Enjoy!

Composer Michael Sweeney & Dr. John Climer May 24, 2020

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Michael Sweeney talks about the composition process and how a before school theory class helped prepare him for his career once he experienced failure in what he really hoped to do. Dr. John Climer talks about serving the music and provides tips to help bring marches to life.

Gary Hill, Dr. Cory Meals & Dr. Tim Lautzenheiser May 18, 2020

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Gary Hill on the conducting process, development & the power of "not yet." Gary also shares information on The Complete Conductor online seminar he has developed. Dr. Cory Meals shares his VirtualMusicConference.org website and thoughts on the future of bands. Dr. Tim Lautzenheiser and Charlie have a conversation about Music Advocacy and how communication is more important now than ever.

Josh Breen, Rachel Maxwell and Richard Floyd May 11, 2020

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First-year teacher Josh Breen talks about creating a place where students feel welcome. Rachel Maxwell shares thoughts on keeping standards high and engaging students. Richard Floyd on how Texas' band landscape changed, why Texas bands are different and four things he has learned from his wife.

Robert Davis, Johan de Meij & Chip DeStefano May 04, 2020

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Robert Davis, Olathe Northwest HS, KS talks about his philosophy on connecting with students. Lord of the Rings composer Johan de Meij shares his musical journey and the process he uses when he composes. Chip DeStefano of McCracken Middle School in Skokie, IL provides us with four fundamental elements every band program needs.

Matt Ingelson, Dr. Steve Gage & Robert Sloan Apr 26, 2020

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Dr. Steve Gage of Youngstown State University talks about expectations and a programming tip he learned from Frederick Fennell. Matt Ingelson of Desert Hot Springs, CA provides profound insights about adjusting his teaching style to meet the needs of the students and community. Robert Sloan of Van Wert, OH shares his thoughts on the importance of connecting with your students during this time of distance learning.

Dr. Tim, Scott Rush, Joe Alessi & Dr. Rob Franzblau Apr 19, 2020

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Dr. Tim and Scott Rush talk about including Leadership into distance learning through their book, Pathways to Success. Joe Alessi, principal trombone of the New York Philharmonic shares stories of his childhood, including a wild junior high school experience, and the simple thing he did that helped him land his first major symphony orchestra position. He talks about the time Leonard Bernstein put him on the spot and shares his new, virtual Alessi Music Studio. Dr. Rob Franzblau shares how he came up with the idea for his book So You Want to Be A Music Major.

H. Robert Reynolds & Erin Cole: Preparing Your Students & Thinking Like A Musician Apr 13, 2020

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Erin Cole chats about what directors should do to prepare their students for the honor band experience and gives three tips on what directors need to do every day. H. Robert Reynolds shares the story of how he got from a school horn player in Pennsylvania to become the director of the University of Michigan Band. Reynolds talks about the difference between thinking like a band director and a musician and shares what he would do if he had a do-over in life.

Jeff Conner of the Boston Brass and 3 B's of the Band Experience with John Armato Apr 06, 2020

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Jeff Conner, leader of and trumpet player in the Boston Brass and John Armato, a Senior Partner and Creative Strategies for Fleishman-Hillard Public Relations in Sacramento, CA and a lifelong drummer, both share stories of how their school band experiences influenced their lives.

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