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Once again, this podcast manages to leave our guest feeling both uncomfortable and slightly disoriented. Today’s show features the incredible trombonist, educator, and all-around human gem Tony Baker, Professor of Trombone at the University of North Texas. Tony came prepared to talk about his education, experiences, and mentors—what he didn’t expect was a surprise visit from the 1996 Valleyfair Beach Band (of which he was a proud member). Add in a Band Buzzler, a Band Boozler, and the Coach, and you’ve got one unforgettable episode guaranteed to leave you just as uncomfortable and slightly disoriented.

Learn More About Tony:

https://music.unt.edu/people/tony-baker.html

https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5fab22e730a5be1f90f837cd/t/604f878f301a5c6460259a5d/1615824812196/Tony+Baker+-+An+Artist%27s+Corner.pdf

Credits:

The Planets by Trouvère: The Earth

Conductor: Larry H. Lang

Orchestra: United States Air Force Band

Composer: Jun Nagao

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vEwLM6P7wIA

FREE MUSIC: 

Wisconsin Arts Celebration Project (Marie Douglas “Yellow Birds”)

https://dpi.wi.gov/fine-arts/wisconsin-arts-celebration-project-0

Beyond The Notes Music Festival (Erika Svanoe “Fanfare on Joy To The World”)

https://www.btnmusicfestival.com/

Midwest Step Up Contest
Big thanks to our sponsor, Silent Stage Podiums! If you're heading to the Midwest Clinic, swing by Booth #748 before Friday at noon and snap a creative pic on the Silent Stage podium. Follow + tag Beyond The Notes (FB) and Silent Stage Podiums (IG) to enter.  Winners announced on these platforms at NOON on Friday, Dec. 19, 2025.

Prizes:
 • Best “Style” Photo: $20 Starbucks gift card + ArtLess shirt
 • Random Winner: 30 seconds of airtime on the Beyond Artless Podcast (PSA, story, advice, joke… or roast Peter)

See you at Midwest!

Beach Band

Many Thanks to the 1996 Valleyfair Beach Band for making an appearance on the show! To book us for gigs, just reach out to Chris! 

Want to watch the show?  Here you go: https://youtu.be/uXKxpVZbzNs

Want to see the hole we dug? Here you go: Beach Band Photos

1996 Beach Band Members

Kelley Lima

Gus Lindquist

Lee Peterson

Eric Songer

Gavin Wigg

Todd Schendel

Tony Baker

Chris Gleason

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