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Each week, your Host Donna Schwartz brings you interviews, news, and reviews with some of the most exciting saxophonists in the world today. This is the place for the saxophone community to come together and learn through getting into the minds of our saxophone heroes. Enjoy the show and make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode!
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Get in on the conversation with hosts David C. Gross and Tomaso Semioli! These veteran journalists / musicians / authors delve into the lives and careers of senior and approaching senior artists who continue to thrive in various musical genres spanning rock, jazz, blues, folk, Avant Garde, experimental, classical, and permutations thereof. Notes From An Artist exudes intelligent and insightful peer-to-peer conversations, coupled with thematic playlists, offering a refreshing alternative to t ...
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I love teaching music to kids! I am a certified Orff Schulwerk teacher and plan to share lessons about singing, playing instruments, recorder technique, creative movement, improvisation, guided listening, and other techniques that will help you teach music better! Find more information and ideas on my blog: www.MakeMomentsMatter.org
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Conversations with teachers, composers, and performers of music for winds and percussion.
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Living in Rhythm Not just music — a way to live. From Tabla Beyond Borders. Because rhythm isn’t something you play — it’s how you live.
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Tabla Beyond Borders: Life, Spirit, and Rhythm with Ritesh Das This podcast is a space for real conversations—about rhythm, discipline, and the deeper purpose behind music. Hosted by tabla teacher and composer Ritesh Das, each episode brings together musicians, students, spiritual practitioners, and cultural workers to explore what tabla—and art itself—can reveal about life. We speak about tradition without being bound by it. We talk honestly about the path—its doubts, its rigour, its joy. M ...
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Hello! This is the podcast empowering the new generation of classical musicians to take risks and live a meaningful life.
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Empower Your Voice is a podcast and YouTube show that helps people get to the bottom of what is stopping them from using their voice to the fullest, whether on the stage, the boardroom, or in their personal lives.
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On this show, we interview experts who help children to develop their talents. These experts can be in music, arts education, sports or an academic teacher. Basically, anyone who works regularly with children or develops programs for them. On this show, we are looking to share the strategies, secrets, and processes that these experts use every day to help kids become great.
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It's not about getting the gig, it's about enjoying it. Tanner Guss interviews joyful artists and health experts on wellness and mental health for musicians. Whether you're a gigging musician, a music educator, or (like Tanner when this started) a burnt out music major, you deserve a happy, healthy relationship with music. New episodes every Monday.
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Justin Clauser and Molly Shortridge will interview guests to explore the value of music and the arts in the lives of our community members.
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Beyond the Music Lesson
Christine Goodner & Abigail Peterson : Suzuki Music Teacher, blogger, Autho
Beyond the Music Lesson is an interview style podcast about learning music, teaching music, and parenting music students. Hosts Abigail Peterson and Christine Goodner share from their own experiences growing up learning music, as teachers, and as parents and each episode also features an interview with an expert to help share useful tips and information with listeners. Listen weekly for inspiration!
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The Crossing The Break Podcast discusses the nuts and bolts of teaching clarinet at the beginning and intermediate levels. We will cover aspects of playing clarinet including tone, embouchure, hand position, tonguing, technique, range, fingerings, tuning and other clarinet-specific items. These ideas can be applied to beginning clarinet class, beginning band, intermediate or advanced clarinetists, and in an individual or group setting. The host of this podcast is Tamarie Sayger. A 1999 music ...
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Under the Influence with David and Tomaso
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1:25:38Send us a text Hosts David C. Gross and Tomaso Semioli discuss their influences, from sports to music, and beyond! Under the Influence with David and Tomaso PlaylistBy David C Gross and Tom Semioli
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In this episode I share some rehearsal room hacks that have made my life easier. Jazz From The Start - Jazz and improvisation curriculum you can use as soon as students know 5 notes Get the book Almost Everything I've Learned About Teaching Band, a handbook for band directors that includes 75+ lessons, tips and truths. Most can be read in less than…
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I like to hear from you Breath and Rhythm This is the audio from the next video podcast recorded with Shoumik Perugu. In this conversation the field opens wider: we speak about life, tabla, discipline, joy, focus, breathing, and the quiet spirit that connects it all. It is not about performance or promotion — it is about the rhythm of living, the s…
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I like to hear from you Cause and Effect This is the audio from the second video podcast recorded with Shoumik Perugu. He asks the questions, and I respond from direct experience — through practice, rhythm, and daily living. We speak about peace, breathing, happiness, and satisfaction through the art of tabla. We look at meditation, the strength of…
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I like to hear from you Chase your goals, but don’t get shackled This is the audio from my recent conversation with Shoumik Perugu, a first-year business student from Western University here in London. He came to me with questions that many people don’t ask until much later in life—how dreams shift, how pressure enters, and how a person can drift a…
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Send us a text Hosts David C. Gross and Tomaso Semioli wax sentimental o'er albums they received as holiday gifts in their youth! The Grooves of Christmas Past Playlist
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Saxophonist Seth Ebersole; A Masterclass in Mindset for all Musicians, Ep 257
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1:45:25Our final new episode of the year! 🥳 In this inspiring year-end conversation, Donna sits down with saxophonist Sergeant Seth Ebersole, baritone saxophonist with the Airmen of Note, to talk about mindset, practice, creativity, and the poetic influences behind his music, including his upcoming piece "Dear Emily." ⬇️ Find exactly what you're looking f…
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Beatles For Sale: David & Tomaso's Anthology 4 Review
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53:34Send us a text Hosts David C. Gross and Tomaso Semioli discuss the Beatles Anthology 4 collection. Beatles For Sale: David & Tomaso's Anthology 4 Review Playlist
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Nutcracker Inspired Orff Instrument Exploration
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23:32This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 11/24/25. This week I shared some Nutcracker-inspired ideas for instrument exploration on the Orff/pitched percussion instruments. If you're not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Faceb…
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David C. Gross and Tomaso Semioli Interview David C. Gross And Tomaso Semioli
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51:48Send us a text David C. Gross and Tomaso Semioli Interview David C. Gross And Tomaso Semioli PlaylistBy David C Gross and Tom Semioli
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Baritone Saxophonist, Andrew Hadro; Sculpting the Sound, Ep 256
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1:30:17In Episode 256 of the Everything Saxophone Podcast, Donna Schwartz sits down with the brilliantly innovative Andrew Hadro, whose approach to sound, texture, and baritone sax will leave you thinking long after the episode ends. Below is a detailed timestamp guide to help you navigate the key highlights of our conversation with Andrew Hadro: 00:00 In…
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I spent nearly the first 20 years of my teaching career comparing myself to others. "Why can't I be like them? Why don't I have their facilities or budget or staff or admin?" I had to learn to Stop Comparing. Every situation and every person is unique. You and I have something different to offer than anyone else. Jazz From The Start - Jazz and impr…
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This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 11/17/25. This week I shared about how I review different drone or "bordun" patterns with kids for accompaniment on pitched percussion instruments. If you're not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I…
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In a New York State of Mind with Pete Mason
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1:05:02Send us a text Pete Mason, publisher of NYS Music, joins hosts David C. Gross and Tomaso Semioli to discuss why Hudson Valley and the state of New York is the place to be - and visit - for music, arts, and culture. In a New York State of Mind with Pete Mason PlaylistBy David C Gross and Tom Semioli
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What to do the week AFTER the concert - Who sang it better?
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20:19This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 11/10/25. This week I shared a quick recap about my 4th grade concert and my "who sang it better" lesson for the week after a concert. If you're not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on F…
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Saxophonist & Repair Technician, Paul Maslin; How PM Woodwinds creates a saxophone community, Ep. 255
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1:17:21This week, Donna sits down with Paul Maslin, founder of PM Woodwind Repair and one of the most trusted names in the saxophone world. Paul's shop has been a go-to spot for pros and enthusiasts alike for over 30 years, and in this episode, he shares how he built a community around quality, craftsmanship, and love for the instrument. ⬇️ You'll hear: 0…
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Instilling High Standars Despite Pushback (EP 303)
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5:28If you insist on high standards, you WILL receive pushback. Don't let that stop you. In this episode I share tips on Instilling High Standards Despite Pushback. Jazz From The Start - Jazz and improvisation curriculum you can use as soon as students know 5 notes Get the book Almost Everything I've Learned About Teaching Band, a handbook for band dir…
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Creating with Pitched Percussion and Food Themed Words
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26:41This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 11/3/25. This week I shared about how I created a lesson with improvisation, accompaniment, and student choice on the pitched percussion instruments. If you're not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time…
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Open Your Ears! Expand Your Minds! David and Tom Discuss Their Solo Albums
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1:13:12Send us a text Hosts David C. Gross and Tomaso Semioli play cuts from their recent releases, discuss new collaborations, influences, and the sounds of things to come! Open Your Ears! Expand Your Minds! David and Tom Discuss Their Solo Albums PlaylistBy David C Gross and Tom Semioli
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K-Pop Rhythm Hunters - Poison Rhythm Game
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18:25This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 10/27/25. This week I shared about how I use "poison rhythm" games in my classroom - this time with a K-pop Demon Hunters theme! If you're not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Faceboo…
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Tips For Helping Brass Players Change Partials (EP 302)
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3:55Tips For Helping Brass Players Change Partials. Jazz From The Start - Jazz and improvisation curriculum you can use as soon as students know 5 notes Get the book Almost Everything I've Learned About Teaching Band, a handbook for band directors that includes 75+ lessons, tips and truths. Most can be read in less than 10 minutes. Many can be immediat…
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Old Woman Skin and Bone with Orff Instruments
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20:56This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 10/20/25. This week I shared about how I teach the folk song "Old Woman Skin and Bone." If you're not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lesson…
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Livin' on Tusla Time with Author / The Church Studios CEO Teresa Knox
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1:04:10Send us a text With hosts David C. Gross and Tomaso Semioli, Teresa Knox returns to Notes From An Artist to discuss her new book, Sanctuary of Sound, which details one of the world's most renowned recording studios: The Church, founded by Leon Russell in 1972. Livin' on Tulsa Time with Author / The Church Studios CEO Teresa Knox Playlist…
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Saxophone Sextet The Moanin' Frogs; Making Saxophone Chamber Music Fun and Unique, Ep 254
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1:37:49Meet The Moanin' Frogs, a dynamic saxophone sextet blending classical, jazz, ragtime, and pop with unmatched energy and creativity. In this episode, they share their journey, the story behind their name, their new album One Giant Leap, and what makes chamber music so fun and expressive. Below is a detailed timestamp to help you navigate the key hig…
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Jazz From The Start - Jazz and improvisation curriculum you can use as soon as students know 5 notes Get the book Almost Everything I've Learned About Teaching Band, a handbook for band directors that includes 75+ lessons, tips and truths. Most can be read in less than 10 minutes. Many can be immediately implemented in your classroom. More tips and…
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This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 10/13/25. This week I shared details about some books you might consider for Native American Heritage Month (coming up in November). If you're not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Fac…
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Don't Fix Every Mistake - Band Director Boost
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0:33Jazz From The Start - Jazz and improvisation curriculum you can use as soon as students know 5 notes Get the book Almost Everything I've Learned About Teaching Band, a handbook for band directors that includes 75+ lessons, tips and truths. Most can be read in less than 10 minutes. Many can be immediately implemented in your classroom. More tips and…
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Lennon Censorship and Legacy, David and Tomaso's Solo Recordings
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1:06:46Send us a text In a rare freestyle episode, hosts David C. Gross and Tomaso Semioli comment on the latest Lennon archival release, and their 2025 solo recordings, among other topics! Lennon Censorship and Legacy, David and Tomaso's Solo Recordings PlaylistBy David C Gross and Tom Semioli
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Classroom Structure and Management Tips (EP 301)
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6:05Classroom Structure and Management (not Discipline). You can PREVENT 95% of discipline problems before they happen by having the right procedures and structures in place. Jazz From The Start - Jazz and improvisation curriculum you can use as soon as students know 5 notes Get the book Almost Everything I've Learned About Teaching Band, a handbook fo…
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Trailblazers and Tall Tales - 4th Grade Program Details
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23:38This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 10/6/25. This week I shared details about my upcoming 4th grade concert called "Trailblazers and Tall Tales" along with a new book from the Book Fair. If you're not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern tim…
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Your Energy Sets The Tone - Band Director Boost
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0:37Jazz From The Start - Jazz and improvisation curriculum you can use as soon as students know 5 notes Get the book Almost Everything I've Learned About Teaching Band, a handbook for band directors that includes 75+ lessons, tips and truths. Most can be read in less than 10 minutes. Many can be immediately implemented in your classroom. More tips and…
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Saxophonist Harben Kay; How to self-manage your albums, Ep 253
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1:25:31From being afraid of improvisation to becoming one of the UK's most innovative saxophonists, Harben Kay takes us through their journey in music — mentors, heroes, practice routines, composing, and the inspiration behind their brand-new album The World I Live In (out Oct 3, 2025). Below is a detailed timestamp guide to help you navigate the key high…
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Tune The Ensemble, Not Just The Notes - Band Director Boost
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0:34Jazz From The Start - Jazz and improvisation curriculum you can use as soon as students know 5 notes Get the book Almost Everything I've Learned About Teaching Band, a handbook for band directors that includes 75+ lessons, tips and truths. Most can be read in less than 10 minutes. Many can be immediately implemented in your classroom. More tips and…
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La Guitarrista - Book for Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month in the Music Room
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23:20This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 9/29/25. This week I shared about the book La Guitarrista and how you might use in in the classroom and some videos you might pair with it. If you're not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live…
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Praise The Small Stuff - Band Director Boost
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0:34Jazz From The Start - Jazz and improvisation curriculum you can use as soon as students know 5 notes Get the book Almost Everything I've Learned About Teaching Band, a handbook for band directors that includes 75+ lessons, tips and truths. Most can be read in less than 10 minutes. Many can be immediately implemented in your classroom. More tips and…
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Ten Tips For Managing Large Groups of Beginners (EP 300)
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7:05I spent 5 years at a Title 1 school where students didn't behave in other classes (but they did in mine). Here are 10 Tips for Managing Large Groups of Beginners. Jazz From The Start - Jazz and improvisation curriculum you can use as soon as students know 5 notes Get the book Almost Everything I've Learned About Teaching Band, a handbook for band d…
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Lola's Fandango Book - Use for Rhythm, Culture, Dance, or a Substitute Teacher
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19:23This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 9/22/25. This week I shared about the book Lola's Fandango and how you might use in in the classroom or with a substitute teacher. If you're not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Faceb…
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Jazz From The Start - Jazz and improvisation curriculum you can use as soon as students know 5 notes Get the book Almost Everything I've Learned About Teaching Band, a handbook for band directors that includes 75+ lessons, tips and truths. Most can be read in less than 10 minutes. Many can be immediately implemented in your classroom. More tips and…
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Dr David Culter; Amplifying Income, Impact & Innovation for Saxophonists, Ep 252
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1:42:03In this episode of the Everything Saxophone Podcast, host Donna Schwartz sits down with Dr. David Cutler, author, musician, educator, and creative entrepreneur, to talk about music, innovation, and the entrepreneurial mindset musicians need today. Find exactly what you're looking for in the episode by using the timestamps below ⬇️ 00:00 His musical…
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Rehearsal Routine is Gold - Band Director Boost
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Cup Game Lesson Outline - Folk Song and K-Pop Demon Hunters
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26:01This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 9/15/25. This week I shared about how I integrate the "cup game" into my lessons including a folk song and a tie in with K-pop Demon Hunters! If you're not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go li…
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Duke Ellington as You've Never Read Before with JK Chambers!
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1:09:58Send us a text Author, historian, and educator JK Chambers joins hosts David C. Gross and Tomaso Semioli to discuss his latest book, "A Tone Parallel to Duke Ellington: The Man In the Music," out now on University Press of Mississippi. Chambers explores Duke's artistry, history, legacy, and future as an American musical icon. Duke Ellington as You'…
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Jazz From The Start - Jazz and improvisation curriculum you can use as soon as students know 5 notes Get the book Almost Everything I've Learned About Teaching Band, a handbook for band directors that includes 75+ lessons, tips and truths. Most can be read in less than 10 minutes. Many can be immediately implemented in your classroom. More tips and…
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Would you like to get more parent participation? You CAN do it. It takes work. It takes persistence. Here are some tips. Jazz From The Start - Jazz and improvisation curriculum you can use as soon as students know 5 notes Get the book Almost Everything I've Learned About Teaching Band, a handbook for band directors that includes 75+ lessons, tips a…
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This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 9/8/25. This week I shared about K-Pop, some important information about the genre, and groups you should check out if you want to connect better with your students. If you're not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p…
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Send us a text Revered by his peers and bandleaders such as Charlie Parker, Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Coleman Hawkins, and Lester Young among others…. Don Byas chose a decidedly different path, migrating to Europe to escape social conditions and to seek artistic freedom. Author Con Chapman joins hosts David C. Gross and Tomaso Semioli to discuss…
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Saxophonist, Educator, Composer, Woody Witt; Free Jazz Modernized, Ep 251
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1:45:33On this episode of the Everything Saxophone Podcast, Donna welcomes award-winning saxophonist and educator Dr. Woody Witt, fresh off the release of his latest album, Awakening. Here are the timestamps for your convenience; jump to the parts of our conversation with Dr. Woody Witt that interest you most! 00:00 What keeps Woody busy right now 05:27 H…
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This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 9/1/25. This week I shared about using rhythm sticks with multiple grades, what sticks you might want to buy, and how I use "The Teacher Pattern" with my students. If you're not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m…
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