"The Pulse" is featuring two dynamic and influential band directors. This episode is part of our feature on African-American Female Band Directors, and highlights Ms. Cybil Haskins and Mrs. Krystal Williams. These two highly influential and professional music educators will share perspectives and insights motivating the next generation of music educators.  Please remember to "like" and "share" each episode of "The Pulse." 

    One of the most important parts of a great halftime show or a battle of bands show is the “hype element of the halftime announcer.” This podcast features one of the most exciting African-American Female Announcers in the world of HBCU marching bands. I cannot imagine viewing an HBCU show without an effective announcer. So, tonight, we will get some insight into what it takes to announce for the PVAMU Marching Storm from an African American Woman’s perspective. 

A great podcast series featuring two of the most dynamic African-American Female Band Directors on the scene. This podcast features the following;

Ms. Sybil James (Jackson State University Grad)- Director of Bands- Willowridge High School- Houston, Texas 

Dr. Kerry Anne Simon- Director of Bands- Mississippi Valley State University - Ita Bena, Mississippi/ http://[email protected] - office #-662-254-3490 

Visit www.m-i-p-c1.com for more information on auditions at Mississippi Valley State University, give the Class of 2020 the chance to earn an opportunity to perform with the MVSU Band Program in the Fall of 2020. 

Music educators take the opportunity to listen to this episode. Also, visit the BAND DIRECTORS HAPPY HOUR at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82264862976?pwd=Z2VyNCtiZUU4MG45SDNlNnJkbHpLdz09 - every Monday at 6 pm. A great way to collaborate and share valuable information. 

This podcast is an effort to gain more information from an HBCU Marching Band Program that is probably still in recruitment mode during these challenging times. I cannot imagine the possible difficulties involved with recruitment right now, during social distancing and public school closures.

Gaining some possible insight on recruitment for HBCU Marching Band Programs is well-versed in recruitment for the Texas Southern University “Ocean of Soul” Marching Band. We welcome Professor Darryl Singleton on this episode to share some knowledge and information about recruitment in its current state for HBCU Band Programs. 

This episode features an interview with Mr. Van Henry- UIL Judge and an award-winning band director. Shared info will include a discussion about the following; 

1. Preparation for UIL Marching Competition and Festivals 

2. Preparation during the School Closures, Social-Distancing, and COVID-19 Impact on Planning for the fall of 2020 

Valuable information on "how to develop a successful path to preparing for the fall of 2020." Directors do not miss this episode and please leave a message for more information. 

www.m-i-p-c1.com 

Listen in to this interesting topic on Copyright Laws and avoidance of the pitfalls with arranging and composing. Mr. Tyrone Barnes of Barnesville Music is the special guest. So, arrangers, composers, band directors, and choral directors share this episode. You do not want to miss this information. 

This episode is featuring three dynamic music educators who are actively arranging in the FaceBook "2020 Band Arranger's Challenge." Interview with; 

Mrs. Krystal Williams

Mr. Charles Conner

Topics will cover - 

Arranging Techniques and General Discussions about the current state of music education.. 

This episode is an in-depth conversation with two dynamic and active band directors building their band/instrumental music programs at Langston University and South Carolina State University. Professor Mark Gordon (Langston Universities Marching Pride- LUMP) and Professor Patrick Moore (South Carolina State Universities- Marching 101) interviews are revisited providing more impact for their recruitment efforts.

This podcast is an effort to assist HBCU Band Programs efforts during these trying times of maneuvering around the COVID-19 Virus, and its changing recruitment efforts. Listeners share this information with others to help the Class of 2020 get these music scholarships. Please do your part. Visit www.m-i-p-c1.com for more information about our services.

There have been many conversations about what collegiate band directors are looking for when it comes to their recruits. This podcast is an effort to gain more information from an HBCU Marching Band Program more than likely in the thick of the recruitment season. Professor Patrick Moore of South Carolina State University will grant crucial information about this topic and the great band program at South Carolina State University. 

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"The Legacy of Mr. Ronald Thornton Sr.- Interview with Mr. Ronald Thornton Jr."

Mr. Ronald Thornton Jr. or better known as "II" is our special guest and is someone I consider a very important person in music education in the great state of Texas. I say this with the utmost respect for him, his family, and his musical lineage. Take a listen as Mr. Thornton Jr. shares the legacy of his father, Mr. Ronald Thornton Sr. in this podcast. 

An educational and inspiring podcast presented by the Music Initiative Project and Consortium. This episode will feature a special interview with music composer and arranger, Mr. Tyrone Barnes of Barnesville Music. A highly successful composer and music arranger will provide insight on music composition, arranging, and having selections available on J.W. Pepper.