Almost Everything I've Learned About Teaching Band

This coronavirus pandemic has taught me a lot. Even though it was difficult, it has made me a better person. In this episode I share ten things I learned about music and life. Here is the music video link mentioned in the podcast: Flowing Water at Sunset Has the show benefited you? Would you consider making a one time donation of $40? Donate here :  Find out more about fundraising for your program...

Thirty two years at a job I love - 22 years of that teaching! It's hard to believe. But it's also hard to believe that I almost didn't join band. In this episode, I share my story of joining 6th grade band. Listen all the way through to the end as there is a free gift offer. Has the show benefited you? Would you consider making a one time donation of $40? Donate here :  Find out more about fundrai...

Coronavirus definitely brought out some of the inequities in teaching. Many teachers at Title I schools found their students could not connect or were absent from online learning. Yet, you DO make a difference, and that's why this love letter is devoted to you. Support the show at Patreon. Find out more about fundraising for your program at Scool Services I have four courses at Udemy: Music, Instr...

What should I be doing this summer? How can I get back into playing my instrument? Should I start planning for next year? We talk about these things and more in today's show. In the show, I mention the free download 40 Ways to Make Money as a Musician . Support the show at Patreon. Find out more about fundraising for your program at Scool Services I have four courses at Udemy: Music, Instruments a...

In this episode, I share several tips about job hunting, including the MOST important skill to have...Persistence. Send your resume' to me (not an expert but I'll give it a look) at www.jamesdivine.net or check out an expert and get in touch with Kevin at careermaverick4@gmail.com . Here's the link to my Searching for a Job  article. It covers different areas than the podcast. Support the show at...

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There are so many ways to teach kids how to practice. In a Title I school where almost nobody practices at home, this is a method I have found successful with my students. If you like the podcast, consider supporting us at www.patreon.com/themusicedpodcast www.jamesdivine.net  

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We can always make our rehearsals more interesting by adding some spiciness to them! What makes Italian food delicious is having the right spices in the right amounts. Check out these eight ideas. Incorporate some or all of them over several weeks, and if you like the podcast, consider supporting us at www.patreon.com/themusicedpodcast. www.jamesdivine.net  

A quick and easy tip to make lesson planning easier as a music teacher. www.patreon.com/themusicedpodcast www.jamesdivine.net  

This episode is a little different. In this podcast, I'm sharing a presentation I made on The Story Project, a show similar to The Moth for those who have heard that on NPR. In the presentation, I use my 100 year old saxophone to tell the story of how music saved my life (specifically teachers). Playing the saxophone was life-changing for me! Listen all the way to the end and you can get the code...

In this episode, I interview Wendy Reeves, band director at Sells Middle School. Wendy shares tips with us on how to reduce the amount of time spent on paperwork, classroom management, equipment, travel, and more, so we can devote time to what we really enjoy – teaching music! You'll find several tips you can immediately incorporate into your teaching right now. Wendy has graciously shared her mat...

I have made ALL of these mistakes - and MORE. You can learn from me and others and move ahead in your career faster. Support the podcast here www.jamesdivine.net

If you have a basic rhythm section - a good bass player and set player at minimum - you can make almost any combination of instruments work for a jazz band. These 7 strategies will provide you with additional resources you can use. Jamey Aebersold Jazz Play-Alongs Custom Backing Tracks Support the Podcast www.jamesdivine.net

The longer I teach - 22 years and counting - the more time I spend on fundamentals. You may be surprised at just how much time! Like the podcast? Become a patron, get free gifts and support us at www.patreon.com/themusicedpodcast Here's the link to the Student Led Rehearsal episode mentioned in the podcast: https://www.jamesdivine.net/2017/01/18/episode-75-student-led-rehearsal/ www.jamesdivine.ne...

Tu-Ning - that great Chinese song that nobody seems to play right. Tuning is not an act - it's a lifestyle. Join me as I share some tips and strategies to help you with tuning your ensembles, no matter what their age. www.jamesdivine.net

We all have the same 168 hours per week. The key is NOT to spend more time at work, but to use your time more wisely. These tips helped me gain 5-8 hours of my week back! www.jamesdivine.net

It's normal - after achieving a goal or spending a lot of time in an activity - to feel some post-season blues. www.jamesdivine.net