This podcast, hosted by the team at Ernie Williamson Music (formerly Springfield Music and Fazio's Music), will share ideas, tips, methods, trials, tribulations, successes, and more from Missouri & Kansas Instrumental Music Educators!
Mo’ Better Bands - a Podcast for Instrumental Music Educators
Claim This Podcastby Ernie Williamson Music
4.8(4 reviews)
27 episodes
Updated Weekly
Accepts GuestsHas SponsorsLocation 🇺🇸
Podcast Overview
This podcast, hosted by the team at Ernie Williamson Music (formerly Springfield Music and Fazio's Music), will share ideas, tips, methods, trials, tribulations, successes, and more from Missouri & Kansas Instrumental Music Educators!
Language
🇺🇲
Publishing Since
3/8/2021
8 verified contact emails on file for Mo’ Better Bands - a Podcast for Instrumental Music Educators
Pitch yourself as a guest, propose sponsorships, or reach out directly to the host.
Recent Episodes
November 13, 2024
Band Instrument Repair in High Schools: A New Approach to Career and Tech Education
<p>This conversation explores the innovative approach to teaching high school students about band instrument repair, initiated by Aaron Moss in response to the retirement of a local music store. The discussion covers the development of a curriculum, student engagement, funding through CTE programs, and the importance of balancing educational initiatives with professional repair services. Moss emphasizes the need for in-house repair solutions in schools, the high interest from students, and the potential career paths available in the repair industry.</p> <p>RESOURCES</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.canva.com/design/DAGWLjXRaeI/SA_74YYHHmMCt3pz1b5qCw/view?utm_content=DAGWLjXRaeI&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=editor " target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Link to poster for your classroom</a></li> </ul> <ul> <li><a href="https://erniewilliamson.com/news.aspx?showArticle=46" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Consider A Career in Instrument Repair Blog Post </a> </li> <li><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nqAO8TsBNWETwLF59lhWDBTAfq1glH1d/view " target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Link to NAfME Article reprinted in the July August TechniCom</a></li> <li><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nIgq-KZ4HCjaAiHUgGPmGYjqpL8b_SLf/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Link to Aaron's Slide Deck</a></li> </ul> <p><br /></p> <p>Takeaways</p> <ul> <li>The initiative to teach band instrument repair arose from a local music store's retirement.</li> <li>Career Technical Education (CTE) funding was crucial for establishing the program.</li> <li>Student interest in repair classes was consistently high, leading to full enrollment.</li> <li>Classes were structured with prerequisites to ensure students had a foundational understanding of instruments.</li> <li>The program included hands-on experience with real instruments, enhancing learning.</li> <li>Funding for the program grew from an initial budget of $27,000 to over $100,000.</li> <li>The curriculum was developed by paralleling existing classes, such as bicycle repair.</li> <li>Moss aims to advocate for the repair industry and create pathways for students into apprenticeships.</li> <li>Balancing educational repair initiatives with professional repair services is essential.</li> <li>The future of band instrument repair education looks promising with ongoing discussions and collaborations.</li> </ul>
April 12, 2024
Marching On! Two Band Directors Tackle Rural Kansas & Host Their Own Bandtoberfest!
<p>Kirsten Smallwood - Chapman USD 473 ksmallwood@usd473.net Erin Lloyd - Riley County USD 378 elloyd@usd378.org</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mobetterbands/message
October 18, 2022
10 Great Podium Habits for Every Director - with Kansas Hall of Fame Band Director John Selzer
<p>Want more effective rehearsals? Do you need to get more done in the time you have? Want students to leave rehearsal with a positive vibe? My friend, John Selzer, will share some of the tips he learned over his hall of fame education career, and also from his time as a road rep for our company.</p> <p>Article is available here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FcKaFCqhh7ANbyh5AnmmfHo1rv0vKPVz/view?usp=sharing</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mobetterbands/message
27 total episodes available
Deep-dive analytics for Mo’ Better Bands - a Podcast for Instrumental Music Educators
Frequently asked questions
Have a different question and can't find the answer you're looking for? Reach out to our support team by sending us an email and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.
- What is Mo’ Better Bands - a Podcast for Instrumental Music Educators?
- How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates weekly.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 7 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Information about guest appearances is not available.
Legal Disclaimer
Pod Engine is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected with any of the podcasts displayed on this platform. We operate independently as a podcast discovery and analytics service.
All podcast artwork, thumbnails, and content displayed on this page are the property of their respective owners and are protected by applicable copyright laws. This includes, but is not limited to, podcast cover art, episode artwork, show descriptions, episode titles, transcripts, audio snippets, and any other content originating from the podcast creators or their licensors.
We display this content under fair use principles and/or implied license for the purpose of podcast discovery, information, and commentary. We make no claim of ownership over any podcast content, artwork, or related materials shown on this platform. All trademarks, service marks, and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
While we strive to ensure all content usage is properly authorized, if you are a rights holder and believe your content is being used inappropriately or without proper authorization, please contact us immediately at hey@podengine.ai for prompt review and appropriate action, which may include content removal or proper attribution.
By accessing and using this platform, you acknowledge and agree to respect all applicable copyright laws and intellectual property rights of content owners. Any unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or commercial use of the content displayed on this platform is strictly prohibited.