Team Islas Podcast

About Team Islas Podcast

The Team Islas Podcast is for anyone looking to better themselves in percussion education. Each episode features thoughtful, in depth advice and insight on a single topic from experienced educators Doug Bush, Patricia Islas, and Zach Scheer.

Publisher

Doug Bush, Patricia Islas, Zach Scheer

Category

education · education · music

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

18 Jun 2025

Latest episode

10 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

32 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   10 Sept 2026

   Ep. 29 - We DISAGREE About All State

   Is the All State Band process a time tested way to develop well rounded players and focus on execution, and learn to perform under pressure, or does it suck the life out of the musicality that we have worked so hard to develop in our students? Which side are you on, and how does that shape your program? Tune in for an honest discussion about pros and cons and different approaches to the All-State Band process for percussion students. Send us Fan Mail Questions? Comments? - Reach out! teamisla...

2. 

   27 Aug 2026

   Ep. 28 - LISTENER QUESTION: What To Fix First When EVERYTHING Is Wrong?

   Imagine this - You're a young teacher walking into your first gig. You discover old gear in disrepair, kids with bad attitudes who show up late, no help from the anyone else, and music that's too hard for the group. WHERE DO YOU START? This listener question boils down to priorities. Hear the team discuss discipline, achievable goals, and practical advice on what to attack first when everything seems wrong. Send us Fan Mail Questions? Comments? - Reach out! teamislas@gmail.com Books: Player's...

3. 

   14 Aug 2026

   Ep. 27 - TIMPANI?!?! What, and What NOT To Teach.

   French Grip, Gauges, Pedaling, Tuning, Muffling, & More! Should you teach your students everything there is to know about timpani? Can it even be done? Is the juice worth the squeeze? If it is, WHEN do you teach it, and what should you prioritize? Tune in for some real talk and differing perspectives on a practical approach to teaching timpani in your program. Send us Fan Mail Questions? Comments? - Reach out! teamislas@gmail.com Books: Player's Guide For The Beginning Percussionist...

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

144,383

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

17 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

22 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 67 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

48

Social presence

94

YouTube

82

Engagement

85

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