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Ep. 111: Dr. A. Jan Taylor- Mentorship in the 21st Century: Guiding Music Educators in a Digital World Sep 09, 2024

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In this week's episode, Eric and Justin dive into a beautiful conversation with a world-class educator who invested in the lives of both Eric and Justin. This episode features the well-decorated Dr. A. Jan Taylor. Dr. Taylor has taught at every level and achieved great success. And was the former Choral Director and music professor at Prairie View A&M University. Since her retirement in 2020, she has still been in heavy demand as a clinician, mentor, and sage of wisdom for upcoming educators in the choral arena. Listen in, as we discussed with Dr Taylor, to the need for real authentic mentorship with those who have come before us to better launch new educators forward towards musical excellence for their programs. Please check out this week's episode to be encouraged and inspired. Enjoy and share!!!
In Rotation:
Eric- My Divo Podcast
Justin- Kenyan Dixon "Can I have this Groove"
Dr. Taylor- Elevate Vocal Arts

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Ep. 110: Adam Chitta- Deaf Students CAN be succesful in music! Jul 29, 2024

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In this week's episode, Eric and Justin dive into a beautiful conversation meeting the needs of every student. Specifically, our deaf students make up our various musical ensembles. To help us fully grasp this nuance, we had the pleasure of engaging with Mr. Adam Chitta. Mr. Chitta is the founder and owner of The Chitta Sound and an accomplished band director at North East ISD in San Antonio. In this dialogue, Adam raises awareness and gives proper tools as a deaf band director to reach out and provide a great experience for those and others alike. This is yet another enriching conversation for educators as a whole to continue being bridge builders for all students, no matter the learning nuance. Please check out this week's episode to be encouraged and inspired. Enjoy and share!!!
In Rotation:
Eric- De Parranda "El A-RA-B"
Justin- Aarik Duncan- "Chasing Cars"
Adam- Composer Tyler Mazone
Connect with Adam: http://www.thechittasound.com
Adam@thechittasound.com

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Ep. 109- Authenticity is the NAME of the Game: Developing a Strong Care for the Names of the Kids We Teach Jul 15, 2024

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In this week's episode, Eric and Justin dive into the beauty of a name. Not just any name but specifically the students' names in our programs. There is something to be said about getting a child's name right. Listen in as both Eric and Justin discuss how we can make something so significant seem insignificant. There is confidence, care, and authenticity when we, as educators, aim to get our students' names correct. It's a great reminder that another school year is ramping up. It's a conversation that will help invigorate the director and create a community. Please check out this week's episode to be encouraged and inspired. Enjoy and share!!!
In Rotation:
Eric- Lake Street Dive "Dance With a Stranger" & One Song Podcast
Justin- PJ Morton "Cape Town to Cairo"

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Ep. 108- Sean Rodriguez- This and That: A Mariachi Directing Choir Apr 15, 2024

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In this week's episode, Eric and Justin get the great opportunity to connect with Mr. Sean Rodriguez. Mr. Rodriguez is the choir director at Southwest Legacy High School in San Antonio. Sean has such an interesting story of his journey into music, which continues to shape his purpose as a director. Listen in as both Eric and Justin pull back the layers of how Sean has made sure not to ignore his mariachi love and ability to be absent from his role in developing his choral kids. Sean lays out his convictions on how the art of music is neither tainted nor lost, yet it brings the this to get to the that. It's a conversation that will help invigorate the director and grow the ensemble. Please check out this week's episode to be encouraged and inspired. Enjoy and share!!!
In Rotation:
Eric- "God is Good" Forest Frank, Caleb Gordon
Justin- Brandon P "Trap Worship Vol. 1"
Sean- "Steak Night at the Prairie Rose" Silverada

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Ep. 107-After the Ratings: How to Prepare for Next Year Apr 08, 2024

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In this week's episode, Eric and Justin discuss the aftermath of the results. What do you do once the scores have been given and the final festival or adjudication performance has finished? It is such a hectic time of rehearsals, sectionals, and clinics that once the final note has been played, all you really want to do is just get away. So listen in as both hosts talk about what comes next and how there is still growth, development, and knowledge to be gained. It’s a conversation that will help invigorate the director and grow the ensemble. Please check out this week's episode to be encouraged and inspired. Enjoy and share!!!
In Rotation
Eric: Entre Tu y Yo- Grupo Vadenagi
Justin: De La Soul- Me, Myself and I

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Ep. 106: Protecting Your Peace: Balancing Demands in Music Education Mar 18, 2024

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In this week's episode, Eric and Justin discuss the overworked and ever-tired aspect of music education. Both Eric and Justin walk down memory lane and remember the pivotal moments of their careers that raised a flag towards self-care. Listen in as the discussion of peace and the ways we can meet that need by reimagining the old way of working towards a more redeeming and intentional model.
In Rotation:
Eric- Obed Padilla
Justin- Jairus Mozee- 1968

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Ep. 105- Seize Your Opportunity: Ricardo Brown Mar 11, 2024

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In this week's episode, Eric and Justin catch up with Professor Ricardo Brown. Ricardo Brown is the Associate Director of Athletic and Wind Bands at the University of Connecticut. He also serves as the Co-Caption Head of the Sacramento Mandarins Drum Corp. This has been a well overdue interview and it doesn’t disappoint. Listen in as Prof Brown delves into seizing opportunity in life and how that mantra created the fuel that has gotten him to every destination. This conversation leans into how seizing the opportunity is a pivotal and foundational aspect of teaching and mentoring. Please check out this week's episode to be encouraged and inspired. Enjoy and share!!!
In Rotation:
Eric- Carin Leon & Kane Brown "The One"; Carin Leon & Omar Montes "Ron Con Coca"
Justin- PJ Morton "Please Be Good To Me"
Ricardo- Kenyon Dixon "The R&B You Love: Soul Of the '70s"
Jacob Collier "Djesse Vol. 4"
Cat Pack
Terrace Martin & Alex Isley's "I Left My Heart In Ladera"
Cisco Swank

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Ep. 104: Beyond Words: Colleague Reactions to the Symphony of Well-Spoken Communication Mar 04, 2024

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In this week's episode, Eric and Justin jump back in the saddle with a much-needed conversation about the art of communication. Specifically how it can hinder student progress when not valued. Both Eric and Justin have experiences where their ability to articulate well was met with surprise instead of normalcy. Listen in as both hosts tackle the issue of communication in the classroom. They take a deep dive into how a teacher can either create an environment for confidence and expansion or one that is silent and void. Please check out this week's episode to be encouraged and inspired. Enjoy and share!!!
In Rotation:
Eric- Jennifer Pena
Justin- Cory Henry "Church"

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Ep. 103- The Hustle Outside of Music: Dr. Kelvin Jones Dec 05, 2023

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In this week's episode, Eric and Justin get the great opportunity to catch up with none other than Dr. Kelvin Jones. Dr. Jones is a world-class musician/educator and a product of The Jackson State University. He is the former director of the famous LSU Tiger band. Dr. Jones has since switched lanes and now resides in the world of real estate development and music consulting. Listen in as Dr. Jones discusses this new chapter of his career. This new hustle is nothing but the very foundation that helped build his decorated music resume. This episode is a call and push to see the world outside of the band hall and that the instrument of work may change, but the hustle is still all the same. Please check out this week's episode to be encouraged and inspired. Enjoy and share!!!
In Rotation:
Eric- DJ Diego Alonso - Mix Fiesta Mexicana
Justin- Robert Glasper "In December"
Kelvin- Bobby Blue Bland | Bigger Pockets Podcast | Real Estate Rookie Podcast | Club Shay Shay Podcast

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Ep. 102- Head and Assistant Directors: A Match Forged Through Truth and Grace Oct 30, 2023

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In this week's episode, Eric and Justin discuss one of the most important relationships in the life of a band program. This relationship is none other than the head director and assistant director. This week's conversation pulls back the layers and exposes the elephant in the room: lack of unity and collaboration. Eric and Justin dive into the roles and what can hinder, and what can help. This dialogue will hopefully start the much-needed conversation and help bridge gaps in the connectivity. Please check out this week's episode to be encouraged and inspired. Enjoy and share!!!
In Rotation:
Eric- "90s -Remix" Braxton Cook feat Masego
Justin- October London- "The Rebirth of Marvin"

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