Relative Pitch

Relative Pitch

Music EN ↓ 155 episodes

Relative Pitch’s purpose is to represent our current generation by engaging in conversations centered around accessibility, representation, and innovation. We hope that through these conversations, we promote change and equitability within all realms of the arts and within society.

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Relative Pitch

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Latest episode

Mar 4, 2026

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Episodes

Season 4, Episode 12 "Be The Change" w/ Dr. Luke Spence 29.11.2023

In this week's episode, Dr. Luke Spence, Visiting Professor of Trumpet at the SUNY Potsdam School of Music Crane School of Music and founding Board member of the International Pride Orchestra joins us for a conversation on Trumpet culture, gender roles in music, and vulnerability and comfort within music making. More on Luke at lukespencetrumpet.com -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativep...

Season 4, Episode 11: "I'd Rather be in Rehearsal" w/ Kedrick Armstrong 15.11.2023

In this week's episode, Kedrick Armstrong joins us for a conversation on how performance anxiety put him on the podium, his start in the church, and how he programs authentic and diverse programs. More on Kedrick at https://www.kedrickarmstrong.com/ -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitchpodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_...

Season 4, Episode 10: Triple Threat w/Dr. Chloe Swindler is now live! 08.11.2023

In this week's episode, Dr. Chloe Swindler joins us for a conversation on her educational journey, research endeavors, and how her identity has affected her as an artist. More on Chloe at www.chloeswindler.com -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitch_ Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sIViEI...

Season 4, Episode 9: Let's Just Be Present w/Dr. Janet Song Kim 25.10.2023

In this week's episode, Dr. Janet Song Kim joins us for a conversation on being grateful for the presence of your students, how quality is brought up in conversations surrounding diversity, and when being stubborn is a good thing. More on Dr. Kim at https://music.uconn.edu/person/janet-kim/ Midwest: https://www.midwestclinic.org/2023_clinician_Janet_Kim

Season 4, Episode 8: Act Locally Think Globally w/Monica Ellis 18.10.2023

in this week's episode, we chat with THEE Monica Ellis, Bassoonist and Executive Director of THEE Grammy Nominated Imani Winds. We talk trust, the importance of location, and how Imani Winds has become the iconic ensemble that it is now. More on Imani Winds and Monica at imaniwinds.com

Season 4, Episode 7: The Kids Are Not Alright 11.10.2023

In this week's episode, we chat about how much students are facing these days, and how important it is to remember that they are doing their best despite all the situations occurring around them and even in their homes. -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitchpodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_ Spotify: https://open.spotify....

Season 4, Episode 6: Open Up the Door w/ Dr. Tina Holmes-Davis 04.10.2023

In this week's episode, Dr. Tina Holmes-Davis associate professor of music, specializing in music education at Georgia College and State University joins us for a conversation on accessibility within music education and her experience learning to play a one-handed clarinet. More on Dr. Holmes-Davis at https://www.gcsu.edu/artsandsciences/music/faculty-staff-department-of-music Other links: https:/...

Season 4, episode 5: Foot on The Gas Pedal w/Stanford Thompson 27.09.2023

In this week's episode, Stanford Thompson, Founder of Play on Philly and Executive Director of Equity Arc, joins us for a conversation on his upbringing in Georgia with a musical family, his extensive work within his communities, and how to be fulfilled and remain genuine to yourself within your career. More on Stanford at https://www.stanfordthompson.com/ -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/re...

Season 4, Episode 4: What do YOU Want? 19.09.2023

In this episode, we talk about learning how to believe in what you want despite what others want from you as well as forming genuine connections. -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitchpodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sIViEI ... Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast .....

Season 4, Episode 3: Honor Yourself w/Adam Sadberry 13.09.2023

This week, flutist and educator Adam Sadberry joins us for a conversation on putting Humanity over the music, the pipeline issue within the Orchestral field, and knowing when to leave. Learn more about Adam at https://www.adamsadberry.com/ -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitchpodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_ Spotify: h...

Season 4, Episode 2: Agency vs. Responsibility 06.09.2023

In this episode, we chat about buzz words flooding public education, competition in music, and valuing process over reward. -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitchpodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sIViEI .. . Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast .. . Website: relativep...

Season 4, Episode 1: Checks and Balances 30.08.2023

In the first episode of season 4, we catch up on what we've been up to during the summer and speak on the double edged sword of the tenure process. -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitchpodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sIViEI .. . Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

Season 3, Episode 27: We Are, Because You Are 03.05.2023

In our last episode of the season, we look back on our journey to where we are now, chat about the power of social media, and talk about pushing back to continue forward. -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitchpodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sIViEI ... Apple Music: https://podcast...

Season 3, Episode 26: Let's Question It w/Ashley Killam 26.04.2023

In this weeks episode, trumpeter, educator, and entrepreneur Ashley Killam joins us for a conversation on her non-profit Diversify the Stand, accessibility, and her multifaceted career. Read more about Ashley at https://www.ashleykillam.com/ -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitchpodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_ Spotify:...

Season 3, Episode 25: Consistency, Empathy, and Communication w/Dr. Dunwoody Mirvil 12.04.2023

In this weeks episode, Dr. Dunwoody Mirvil Director of Trombone at Florida Memorial University and newly appointed Assistant Professor of Trombone at Stetson University joins us for a conversation of how marching band gave him opportunities to travel nationally and internationally, performing with Prince, teaching his students life skills, and how important intention is for him. -- SOCIALS: Facebo...

Season 3, Episode 24: Spring Has Sprung 05.04.2023

In this episode, the three of us have a chat about what spring cleaning means for each of us, how to unplug, and how to learn to let things go. -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitchpodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sIViEI ... Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast ......

Season 3, Episode 23: Booked, Busy, and Blessed w/Dr. Travis Cross 29.03.2023

In this week's episode, Professor of Music and Director of Bands at UCLA Dr. Travis Cross joins us for a conversation on protecting your soul, sabbaticals, the dichotomy of the music field. Read more about Dr. Cross at schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/people/travis-j-cross/ -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitchpodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/...

Season 3, Episode 22: Pave Your Own Way w/Dr. Chandler L. Wilson 22.03.2023

In this episode, Assistant Director of Athletic Bands and Assistant Professor of Music Education at Florida State University Dr. Chandler L. Wilson joins us for a conversation on his extensive collegiate journey, his multi-faceted career, and his philosophy on balancing life as a musician. #keepitrelative -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/rela...

Season 3, Episode 21: A Life as a Conductor with Kevin Fitzgerald 15.03.2023

In this episode, Associate Director of the Jacksonville Symphony, Kevin Fitzgerald joins us for a conversation on his life as a conductor, work-life balance, and the future state of music. #keepitrelative For more info on Kevin: https://www.kevinfitzgeraldconductor.com/ -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitchpodcast Twitter: www.twitte...

Season 3, Episode 20: Music, Mental Health, and Mediation w/ Nathan Langfitt, LPC 08.03.2023

In this episode, Director of Undergraduate Career Education at the University of Texas-Austin Nathan Langfitt, LPC joins us for a conversation on mental health for musicians and careers within music. #keepitrelative -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitchpodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/...

Season 03, Episode 19: A Collab, Eh? w/The Band Room Podcast 01.03.2023

In this episode, the Band Room Podcast cohosts Dylan Rook Maddix and Cait Nishimura join us for a conversation on how they met, the formation of the podcast, age, and more! Read about The Band Room Podcast at https://www.bandroompod.com/ . #keepitrelative -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitchpodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativep...

Changing of the Guard - Shifting Perspectives in Education 22.02.2023

In this episode, we share a recording of our panel from the 2023 Collegiate Band Directors National Association Conference featuring Dr. Emily Eng, Lia Snead, and Dr. Shiree X Williams. #keepitrelative -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitchpodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sIViEI ....

Season 3, Episode 18: What Is Profitable? 15.02.2023

In this week's episode, we discuss the Grammy's, the nuances of Black History Month, and how artists identify themselves for profit. -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitchpodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sIViEI ... Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast ... Website: re...

Season 3, Episode 17: Measures of Success w/ Catharine Bushman 08.02.2023

In this weeks episode we chat with St. Cloud State University Wind Ensemble Conductor and Associate Professor of Music Education Dr. Catharine Bushman about community building and non-traditional ways of measuring success. #keepitrelative -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitchpodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_ Spotify: ht...

Season 3, Episode 16: Stop, Reflect, Then Act 01.02.2023

In this week's episode, we talk about the danger of acting impulsively and making big changes and what this means within the music field and specifically music education. -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitchpodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sIViEI ... Apple Music: https://podcast...

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