In this episode of Band Director Boot Camp, Lesley Moffat sits down with Mary Cogswell, a seasoned band director with 33 years of experience, to discuss strategies for increasing student retention and engagement. Mary shares insights into her journey as a music educator and the creative resources she has developed to support young musicians and their families. From customizing method books to engaging families with unique at-home music challenges, Mary emphasizes the importance of personalizing the music education experience. She also introduces the 'Beginning Band Adaptable Series,' a flexible resource tailored for varying levels of beginning band students. Tune in to glean valuable tips for weaving community, creativity, and marketing into your music programs to keep students and families invested in the joy of band. To check out Mary's resources, go to <a href="https://murphymusicpress.com/catalogue/beginning-band">https://murphymusicpress.com/catalogue/beginning-band</a>

In this episode of Band Director Boot Camp, Lesley Moffat sits down with Mary Cogswell, a seasoned band director with 33 years of experience, to discuss strategies for increasing student retention and engagement. Mary shares insights into her journey as a music educator and the creative resources she has developed to support young musicians and their families. From customizing method books to engaging families with unique at-home music challenges, Mary emphasizes the importance of personalizing the music education experience. She also introduces the 'Beginning Band Adaptable Series,' a flexible resource tailored for varying levels of beginning band students. Tune in to glean valuable tips for weaving community, creativity, and marketing into your music programs to keep students and families invested in the joy of band. To check out Mary's resources, go to https://murphymusicpress.com/catalogue/beginning-band

In this episode of Band Director Boot Camp, Lesley Moffat sits down with Mary Cogswell, a seasoned band director with 33 years of experience, to discuss strategies for increasing student retention and engagement. Mary shares insights into her journey as a music educator and the creative resources she has developed to support young musicians and their families. From customizing method books to engaging families with unique at-home music challenges, Mary emphasizes the importance of personalizing the music education experience. She also introduces the 'Beginning Band Adaptable Series,' a flexible resource tailored for varying levels of beginning band students. Tune in to glean valuable tips for weaving community, creativity, and marketing into your music programs to keep students and families invested in the joy of band. To check out Mary's resources, go to <a href="https://murphymusicpress.com/catalogue/beginning-band" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://murphymusicpress.com/catalogue/beginning-band</a>

"Harmonizing Community and Classroom"

Welcome to the Band Director Boot Camp Podcast, where we help busy band directors amplify their impact—not their workload.This is your space to find practical strategies, fresh inspiration, and a community that understands the unique demands of your role.As a band director, you’re constantly balancing rehearsals, performances, administrative tasks, and student needs. It’s easy to feel like more effort is the only solution. But what if you could elevate your program and protect your time and energy?That’s exactly what this podcast is here to help you do. Over the past four seasons, we’ve connected with directors from all walks of life who have discovered smarter, more sustainable ways to run their programs. Each episode is packed with actionable tips and real-world strategies to help you work more efficiently, prioritize what matters, and create a thriving band culture—without running yourself into the ground.Through every conversation, we break down the barriers that make this profession overwhelming and build a community where we support each other’s growth. We celebrate the wins, learn from the tough moments, and stay focused on one mission: making it possible for you to lead with impact and maintain your own well-being.Because the work you do matters—and so do you.Join us and discover how to get more done with less stress, reignite your passion, and make every day on the podium more rewarding.Tune in to the Band Director Boot Camp Podcast—where we amplify your impact, not your workload.

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Welcome to the Band Director Boot Camp Podcast, where we help busy band directors amplify their impact—not their workload. This is your space to find practical strategies, fresh inspiration, and a community that understands the unique demands of your role. As a band director, you’re constantly balancing rehearsals, performances, administrative tasks, and student needs. It’s easy to feel like more effort is the only solution. But what if you could elevate your program and protect your time and energy? That’s exactly what this podcast is here to help you do. Over the past four seasons, we’ve connected with directors from all walks of life who have discovered smarter, more sustainable ways to run their programs. Each episode is packed with actionable tips and real-world strategies to help you work more efficiently, prioritize what matters, and create a thriving band culture—without running yourself into the ground. Through every conversation, we break down the barriers that make this profession overwhelming and build a community where we support each other’s growth. We celebrate the wins, learn from the tough moments, and stay focused on one mission: making it possible for you to lead with impact and maintain your own well-being. Because the work you do matters—and so do you. Join us and discover how to get more done with less stress, reignite your passion, and make every day on the podium more rewarding. Tune in to the Band Director Boot Camp Podcast—where we amplify your impact, not your workload.

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