Almost Everything I've Learned About Teaching Band

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Join me as I chat with Band Director Tim Ostrow as he shares his proposal for beginning band class as an exploratory.

- What worked and what didn't - The beginning band tool you should get now, even if you aren't considering this model - Band retention under this model has been 90% or higher! - In December, parents help their kids decide whether to continue to band or move to another elective. Are you interested in the Jupiter beginning band kits mentioned in the podcast? They are available through Graner Music. Give them a call at (719) 574-2001

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

Have a question for the podcast? [email protected] or 719-238-4193.

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11 Fast and Furious Time Saving Tips

6 Things to STOP doing now and

1 Task to do with food and

4 Things You Should Delegate

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

Have a question for the podcast? [email protected] or 719-238-4193.

Subscribe in iTunes

Multitude of links and resources here

Has the show benefited you? Would you consider a one time donation of any amount through Paypal ([email protected])?

What if I could give you 7 tips that would help you be more organized and I guarantee your money back if the tips don't save you at least 5 hours. In fact, I will double your money back that you spend on this episode.

We will learn what to do with emails, how to limit your online time, taming meetings, using the 2 minute rule, and more!

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

Have a question for the podcast? [email protected] or 719-238-4193.

Subscribe in iTunes

Multitude of links and resources here

Has the show benefited you? Would you consider a one time donation of any amount through Paypal ([email protected])?

In this episode, I have a chance to sit down with Practice Skills Curriculum creator Meg Thorup. She has developed a curriculum to TEACH kids How to Practice. Her year-long curriculum is available on teachers pay teachers. It includes 32 lessons and assessments divided into 4 quarters.

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

Have a question for the podcast? [email protected] or 719-238-4193.

Subscribe in iTunes

Multitude of links and resources here

Has the show benefited you? Would you consider a one time donation of any amount through Paypal ([email protected])?

Several years ago I left a position I had been at for 13 years. I won't go into the fine details, but I resigned at the end of the school year after a very difficult year with a very difficult principal. My self-esteem was destroyed!

In this episode, I share a little of my journey, I talk about "fake" band directors (unfortunately they're not going away), and share a few tips on how you can help a colleague if they are going through something similar.

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

Have a question for the podcast? [email protected] or 719-238-4193.

Subscribe in iTunes

Multitude of links and resources here

Has the show benefited you? Would you consider a one time donation of any amount through Paypal ([email protected])?

Most people don't give much thought to retirement until they are too old to make a big difference. The younger you start, the more secure your retirement will be. I started in my early 30s and am now worth over half a million if you count my house. I wish I would have started even sooner. In this episode, I share 5 strategies that you can incorporate now to fund a better retirement. One of the strategies involves Getting Out of Debt.

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

Have a question for the podcast? [email protected] or 719-238-4193.

Subscribe in iTunes

Multitude of links and resources here

Has the show benefited you? Would you consider a one time donation of any amount through Paypal ([email protected])?

Everything in life revolves around this concept of Pay Now or Pay Later. The work you put in now will save you headache, expense, and more later. This applies to our classroom routines and procedures, as well as our health, marriage, finances…you get the idea. I once worked with a teacher who was frustrated that none of her choir students could read music. She could have changed the future if she had been willing to pay now (have the freshman use some class time to learn how to read music), but instead she payed later (they continued not to be able to read music, which took more time in rehearsal).

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

Have a question for the podcast? [email protected] or 719-238-4193.

Subscribe in iTunes

Multitude of links and resources here

Has the show benefited you? Would you consider a one time donation of any amount through Paypal ([email protected])?

I have been guilty of using these three words way too often…Complaining, Comparing, and Procrastinating. Get rid of these words from your vocabulary. In this episode, I briefly touch on ways to avoid these, I share my own personal experience, and we talk about what Innovation really means.

"If it's worth doing, start now." …James Divine

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

Have a question for the podcast? [email protected] or 719-238-4193.

Subscribe in iTunes

Multitude of links and resources here

Has the show benefited you? Would you consider a one time donation of any amount through Paypal ([email protected])?

Has the show benefited you? Would you consider a one time donation of any amount through Paypal ([email protected])?

Check out Music, Instruments and Science which includes 8+ lessons that are great for use on sub or distance learning days.

Why don't they teach that in school?! Check out Adulting 101.

Need a speaker for your event? Need leadership training for your students? I'd love to talk.

Have a question for the podcast? [email protected] or 719-238-4193.

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Multitude of links and resources here