Carroll Gotcher and the value of county marching band exhibition events.

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Summary

The episode features an interview with Dr. Frank Zimmerer, the director of bands at Antioch High School, who discusses the band's upcoming trip to the Dominican Republic for the 2025 FestiBand! International Band Festival. The trip is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the students to collaborate with student musicians and experience the vibrant musical culture of the Dominican Republic. Dr. Zimmerer also talks about the challenges of funding the trip and the importance of speaking Spanish in connecting with the students and their families. The episode ends with a call for donations to support the band's trip. The conversation covers various topics related to the band program at Antioch High School, including the diverse student population, the different ensembles, the schedule changes, and the community involvement. The second part of the conversation focuses on jazz education and the importance of listening to jazz music, experimenting with improvisation, and supporting every student. The conversation ends with a discussion on the role of educators in creating pathways for students to become lovers and supporters of the arts.

Keywords

Antioch High School, FestiBand Festival, Dominican Republic, collaboration, musical culture, funding, Spanish, donations, band program, Antioch High School, diverse student population, ensembles, schedule changes, community involvement, jazz education, listening to jazz music, improvisation, supporting students, pathways for students, lovers of the arts

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Carroll Gotcher (and Chris Pine) on perspective.

https://www.artsedtn.org

Summary

In this episode of Bandstand, host David Aydelott interviews Stephen Coleman, the President of ArtsEd Tennessee. They discuss the past, present, and future of ArtsEdTN, as well as the legislative process and its impact on arts education. Coleman emphasizes the importance of advocacy and building coalitions to support arts education. He also encourages young teachers to network and seek out resources and mentorship. The episode concludes with a discussion on the mission and goals of ArtsEd Tennessee and the need to spread awareness and information about arts education across the state.

Keywords

arts education, Tennessee, advocacy, legislation, coalitions, networking, mentorship

Takeaways

• ​ArtsEd Tennessee is a statewide coalition that advocates for supportive policies and funding for arts education in Tennessee.
• ​ArtsEd Tennessee provides information and resources to teachers and advocates, helping them navigate the legislative process and take a proactive role in shaping arts education policy.
• ​Building coalitions and networks is crucial for arts educators to have a stronger voice and support system.
• ​Advocacy in arts education involves explaining and promoting the value of arts programs to others, including administrators, parents, and community leaders.
• ​ArtsEd Tennessee aims to increase awareness and involvement in arts education across the state, ensuring that decisions impacting arts programs are made with input from educators and advocates.

Just because it's difficult, it doesn't mean you're bad at it.

Summary

Bandstand Season 2 kicks off with conversations with the regional presidents of ETSBOA, MTSBOA, and WTSBOA, as well as the president of Tennessee Bandmasters Association. They discuss the responsibilities and goals of their associations, including revising the music list, expanding professional development opportunities, and creating a stronger network of support for young teachers. They also highlight the importance of deadlines and encourage participation in events like solo and ensemble and All-State. The episode concludes with a reminder to stay connected and share ideas to build a stronger band community in Tennessee.

Keywords

Bandstand, Season 2, regional presidents, ETSBOA, MTSBOA, WTSBOA, Tennessee Bandmasters Association, responsibilities, goals, music list, professional development, support, deadlines, solo and ensemble, All-State, band community

Takeaways

The episode concludes with a reminder to stay connected and share ideas to build a stronger band community in Tennessee.

Sound Bites

The gift of high expectations.

This episode features interviews with Stacy Jernigan, Dr. Jerry Buttrum, Carroll Gotcher, and J.R. Baker, discussing the Tennessee Bandmasters Association and the Twin Lakes Small Band Directors Association.

We also take a second to look back on Bandstand's Season One and toward Season Two. Season Two will begin the first Thursday in August.

In this conversation, Lafe Cook, a renowned school band director in Tennessee, shares his background and experiences in the music education field. He discusses growing up in the National Park Service, his move to Tennessee, and his journey as a drum major at the University of Tennessee. Lafe also emphasizes the importance of camaraderie and connections among band directors and the need for more collaboration and inclusivity in the Tennessee music education community. Lafe discusses his experiences as a band director at EC Glass and Dobyns-Bennett. He emphasizes the importance of creating a legacy and connecting with students on a personal level. Cook also shares his optimism for the future of band in Tennessee and offers advice to young teachers.

Keywords

Lafe Cook, school band director, Tennessee, National Park Service, drum major, University of Tennessee, camaraderie, connections, collaboration, inclusivity, music education, band director, legacy, connection, optimism, advice

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Greatness in the Everyday: Lessons from Thomas Brodhead (1968-2024).