Not Your Forte is a music education podcast designed to help music educators around the world. Hosted by Eric Tinkler and Dr. Payne, Not Your Forte covers all aspects of music education, and has featured a multitude of guests, including Dr. Tim, Paula Crider, and more! Find us anywhere that podcasts are available and check us out on Facebook for up-to-date news and additional content.
Leading and Establishing a Culture with Diane Koutsulis
Diane Koutsulis shares insights on leadership and cultivating a positive classroom culture as a former Director of Bands and Arts in an interview with Dr. Payne and Eric.
1 Feb 2025
Music Education from the Podium with Dr. Michael Raiber
Dr. Michael Raiber discusses the multifaceted roles of music educators beyond conducting, including directed listening, error detection, and student engagement, in an interview with Dr. Payne and Eric.
1 Feb 2025
COVID 19 Panel Discussion
Hosts Eric and Dr. Payne interview Dr. Alex Wimmer, Billy Hatfield, and Haley Schwartz about adjusting to online music classes during the COVID-19 pandemic.
1 Feb 2025
How to get that Job!
Host Eric interviews Frank Troyka about essential resume tips and interview preparation strategies that help job seekers secure successful employment.
1 Feb 2025
Power of Positivity with Dr Matthew Arau
Host Eric interviews Dr. Matthew Arau, who explains how positivity and a growth mindset promote success and health during challenging times.
1 Feb 2025
Score Study and Rehearsal Prep with Dr. Frank Tracz
Dr. Frank Tracz discusses effective score study and rehearsal preparation techniques with hosts Dr. Payne and Eric, offering insights to optimize rehearsal time and improve band performance in this interview.
1 Feb 2025
Our Reality: Mental Health and Music Education Majors
Dr. Payne presents research on the mental health challenges faced by music education majors, highlighting stressors impacting their academic and career aspirations in this interview.
1 Feb 2025
Aural Skills
Grace Baugher, a composer and graduate student, joins Dr. Payne and Eric to explore aural skills and their importance in undergraduate music education in this interview episode.
1 Feb 2025
Adjusting to Online Classes as a Music Major
Dr. Payne and Eric discuss the challenges music majors face when transitioning to online courses due to COVID-19, offering insights for adapting and thriving in a virtual learning environment.
1 Feb 2025
A Composer's Perspective with Dr. Onsby Rose
Dr. Onsby Rose shares his perspective as a composer and conductor from Dordt University in an interview with Dr. Payne and Eric, offering insights into instrumental studies.
1 Feb 2025
Intro to Conducting with Dr. Wimmer
Dr. Alex Wimmer explains fundamental conducting concepts to hosts Dr. Payne and Eric, offering a solid foundation for novice conductors and a helpful review for experienced ones in this interview.
1 Feb 2025
Welcome Back & Organizational Involvement
Hosts Dr. Payne and Eric discuss strategies for returning to school and highlight the advantages of participating in organizational activities, offering insights for a successful academic experience.
22 Jan 2023
The Understanding Leader with Mr. Jager Loyde
Jager Loyde explores the vital role of empathy and understanding for effective leadership in music education, interviewed by Dr. Payne and Eric in this episode.
22 Jan 2023
The Balanced Leader with Dr. Tim
Dr. Tim Lautzenheiser discusses with Dr. Payne and Eric the importance of balance for leaders in education, benefiting themselves, their peers, and their students in this interview episode.
22 Jan 2023
The Synergetic Leader with Scott Sheehan
Eric and Dr. Arau interview Scott Sheehan, NAfME National President, about the importance of synergy and building an effective culture in the music classroom.
22 Jan 2023
The Organized Leader with Prof. Brian Britt
Professor Brian Britt discusses how organized leadership benefits music educators, as interviewed by Dr. Payne and Eric in this episode.
22 Jan 2023
Confidence in Interpersonal Leadership with Dr. Paula Crider
Dr. Paula Crider discusses interpersonal leadership and building strong professional relationships as a music educator with hosts Dr. Payne and Eric in this interview.
22 Jan 2023
The Proactive Director with Dr. Matthew Arau
Dr. Matthew Arau discusses proactive leadership for music educators with hosts Dr. Payne and Eric, highlighting effective habits for success in the field in this interview.
22 Jan 2023
Effective Leadership with Dr. Charles Menghini
Dr. Charles Menghini discusses effective leadership in the music classroom with Dr. Payne and Eric, offering insights into cultivating success as a music educator in this interview.
Who has been a guest on Not Your Forte
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Diane Koutsulis
Dr Michael Raiber
Dr Alex Wimmer
Billy Hatfield
Haley Schwartz
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4.8 / 5
25 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 27 / 100
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