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Phil asked one truly insightful question—alongside a few not-so-great ones—but we’re incredibly proud of how much he’s grown. Peter made an impressive comeback in PPTD, while Chris continues to meet challenges head-on (bless his heart). This week’s guest is the complete opposite of your usual hosts—thoughtful, intelligent, kind, and wildly creative. What a joy it was to chat with Michael Markowski about his music, his mentorship, and the magic behind his creative process.

Show Notes:
https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/

Recording Credits:

Songs that use Chromatic Mediant chords

David Bennett

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PtISkOeSz08

VIGILANTE by Michael Markowski ~ High School Honor Band~ 2025 GCBDA All District Honor Band

ROBSON PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

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Green Country Band Directors Association

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mk0LiK5iP8I

City Trees

Michael Markowski, composer

Performed by the Brooklyn Wind Symphony

Brian Worsdale, conductor

https://youtu.be/rZtaznyS-cM?si=ZM48uDOIuGmlwNRF

"The Cave You Fear" by Michael Markowski

Performed by the Brooklyn Wind Symphony

Andy Pease, guest conductor

Jeff W. Ball, artistic director

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o4pOswwQAxQ

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