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The Band Room PodcastBRP 102 | Donald BuellSend us a textWe’re kicking off our return with a very special guest—Dr. Donald Buell, retired professor of conducting and trumpet, former director of the MUN Concert Band, and one of Dylan’s predecessors at Memorial University. Dr. Buell taught at Memorial University for 26 years and was a recipient of the prestigious President’s Award for Teaching during his time at MUN.In this episode, Don and Dylan discuss his journey to Newfoundland & Labrador, his research on what makes an engaging rehearsals, mentorship, the importance of uplifting all students—not just the most talen...2025-03-021h 25The Band Room PodcastBRP 102 | Donald BuellSend us a textWe’re kicking off our return with a very special guest—Dr. Donald Buell, retired professor of conducting and trumpet, former director of the MUN Concert Band, and one of Dylan’s predecessors at Memorial University. Dr. Buell taught at Memorial University for 26 years and was a recipient of the prestigious President’s Award for Teaching during his time at MUN.In this episode, Don and Dylan discuss his journey to Newfoundland & Labrador, his research on what makes an engaging rehearsals, mentorship, the importance of uplifting all students—not just the most talen...2025-03-021h 25
The Band Room PodcastBRP 101 | Ron Murphy and Mike MorrisseySend us a textDylan was able to sit down with Ron Murphy and Mike Morrissey, founder and past directors of the Atlantic Festivals of Music, the largest band, orchestra and choir festival in Atlantic Canada. They spoke about their musical beginnings, 32 years of running the festival, favourite memories, philosophy of festivals and competitions, gifting the festival to the Nova Scotia Band Association, the future of the festival and so much more! Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band...2024-05-1251 minThe Band Room PodcastBRP 101 | Ron Murphy and Mike MorrisseySend us a textDylan was able to sit down with Ron Murphy and Mike Morrissey, founder and past directors of the Atlantic Festivals of Music, the largest band, orchestra and choir festival in Atlantic Canada. They spoke about their musical beginnings, 32 years of running the festival, favourite memories, philosophy of festivals and competitions, gifting the festival to the Nova Scotia Band Association, the future of the festival and so much more! Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band...2024-05-1251 min
The Band Room PodcastBRP 98 | Midwest Memories 3.0Send us a textThe Band Room Podcast was back at the Midwest Clinic! Join Dylan and his old and new friends: Alec Harris , Alex Shapiro, Ashley Killam, Colleen Richardson, Danielle Gaudry, Frank Duarte, Harrison J. Collins, Henry Dorn, James M. David, Janet Song Kim, Jason Caslor, Jess Turner, Josh Devries, Katahj Copley, Keith Kelly, Kenley Kristofferson, Paul Kile, Pete Meechan, Roger Zare, and Shannon Shaker. Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch...2024-01-011h 06The Band Room PodcastBRP 98 | Midwest Memories 3.0Send us a textThe Band Room Podcast was back at the Midwest Clinic! Join Dylan and his old and new friends: Alec Harris , Alex Shapiro, Ashley Killam, Colleen Richardson, Danielle Gaudry, Frank Duarte, Harrison J. Collins, Henry Dorn, James M. David, Janet Song Kim, Jason Caslor, Jess Turner, Josh Devries, Katahj Copley, Keith Kelly, Kenley Kristofferson, Paul Kile, Pete Meechan, Roger Zare, and Shannon Shaker. Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch...2024-01-011h 06
The Band Room PodcastBRP 97 | Building a Creative LifeSend us a textThis week Dylan moderates a conversation with Cait about the art of crafting a multifaceted career as a contemporary musician. Drawing from her own experiences, Cait shares perspectives on building a creative life that spans various facets of music and life. This conversation was recorded live as part of a residency at Memorial University, in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador. Thank you to the MUN Scholarship in the Arts and the Newfoundland and Labrador Band Association for their support of this event. Help support the Band Room Podcast by...2023-12-0559 minThe Band Room PodcastBRP 97 | Building a Creative LifeSend us a textThis week Dylan moderates a conversation with Cait about the art of crafting a multifaceted career as a contemporary musician. Drawing from her own experiences, Cait shares perspectives on building a creative life that spans various facets of music and life. This conversation was recorded live as part of a residency at Memorial University, in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador. Thank you to the MUN Scholarship in the Arts and the Newfoundland and Labrador Band Association for their support of this event. Help support the Band Room Podcast by...2023-12-0559 min
The Band Room PodcastBRP 96 | Gillian MacKay LIVE from OMEA 2023Send us a textThis episode was recorded LIVE from the 2023 Ontario Music Educator Association Conference in Niagara Fall, Ontario! Dylan and Cait sat down with their friend and mentor, Dr. Gillian MacKay from the University of Toronto. They spoke about finding musical inspiration from non-musical activities, programming with diversity in mind and all three of their connections to the ColourFULL Music Initiative, band after the pandemic, contributing to creating a more peaceful and inclusive musical environment and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www...2023-11-131h 18The Band Room PodcastBRP 96 | Gillian MacKay LIVE from OMEA 2023Send us a textThis episode was recorded LIVE from the 2023 Ontario Music Educator Association Conference in Niagara Fall, Ontario! Dylan and Cait sat down with their friend and mentor, Dr. Gillian MacKay from the University of Toronto. They spoke about finding musical inspiration from non-musical activities, programming with diversity in mind and all three of their connections to the ColourFULL Music Initiative, band after the pandemic, contributing to creating a more peaceful and inclusive musical environment and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www...2023-11-131h 18
The Band Room PodcastBRP 95 | Nora TycastSend us a textWe are excited to welcome award-winning music educator, Nora Tycast to the Band Room! Dylan, Cait, and Nora dive into her remarkable musical journey, connecting with students on a deeper level, the significance of inviting guest artists into the classroom to enhance the learning environment, and how parenthood has influences her teaching perspective. Tune in for an engaging discussion filled with inspiration and wisdom from a true expert in the field. You won't want to miss it!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www...2023-10-101h 03The Band Room PodcastBRP 95 | Nora TycastSend us a textWe are excited to welcome award-winning music educator, Nora Tycast to the Band Room! Dylan, Cait, and Nora dive into her remarkable musical journey, connecting with students on a deeper level, the significance of inviting guest artists into the classroom to enhance the learning environment, and how parenthood has influences her teaching perspective. Tune in for an engaging discussion filled with inspiration and wisdom from a true expert in the field. You won't want to miss it!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www...2023-10-101h 03
The Band Room PodcastBRP 93 | Hangin with Dylan & CaitSend us a textDylan and Cait have been reunited once more! We had a fantastic time recording the first episode of Season 6. Discussing a wide range of topics, including upcoming projects, favourite pizza toppings, valuable tips for freelancers, newly discovered repertoire, the eternal Star Trek or Star Wars debate, and much more! Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Store http://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic...2023-09-041h 14The Band Room PodcastBRP 93 | Hangin with Dylan & CaitSend us a textDylan and Cait have been reunited once more! We had a fantastic time recording the first episode of Season 6. Discussing a wide range of topics, including upcoming projects, favourite pizza toppings, valuable tips for freelancers, newly discovered repertoire, the eternal Star Trek or Star Wars debate, and much more! Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Store http://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic...2023-09-041h 14
The Band Room PodcastBRP 92 | Jason Caslor RETURNS!Send us a textThis week Dr. Jason Caslor, Director or Bands at Arizona State University returns! Dylan sat down with Jason before leaving Arizona to speak about leadership, time management, the famous life balance question, being yourself as a conductor/leader and so much more! Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Store http://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episodeBRP Theme Music...2023-07-101h 04The Band Room PodcastBRP 92 | Jason Caslor RETURNS!Send us a textThis week Dr. Jason Caslor, Director or Bands at Arizona State University returns! Dylan sat down with Jason before leaving Arizona to speak about leadership, time management, the famous life balance question, being yourself as a conductor/leader and so much more! Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Store http://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episodeBRP Theme Music...2023-07-101h 04
The Band Room PodcastBRP 91 | Janet Song KimSend us a textAfter a long break Dylan and Cait are back! They have a catch up and share some BIG news! Then they welcome this weeks guest, Dr. Janet Song Kim to The Band Room! Dylan, Cait and Janet spoke about their musical beginnings, path to being Director of Wind Bands at University of Connecticut, leading with love, mentorship/representation, weight liftings connections to music making and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band R...2023-06-121h 26The Band Room PodcastBRP 91 | Janet Song KimSend us a textAfter a long break Dylan and Cait are back! They have a catch up and share some BIG news! Then they welcome this weeks guest, Dr. Janet Song Kim to The Band Room! Dylan, Cait and Janet spoke about their musical beginnings, path to being Director of Wind Bands at University of Connecticut, leading with love, mentorship/representation, weight liftings connections to music making and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band R...2023-06-121h 26
The Band Room PodcastBRP 90 | Hangin' with Dylan & CaitSend us a textWe're back with another "Hangin' with Dylan & Cait" episode! Join D&C as they catch up, discuss future podcast plans, their current favourite pieces, which instrument should be played more in bands and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Store http://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episodeBRP Theme Music: Skyline by EKR HammellPerforming...2023-04-1251 minThe Band Room PodcastBRP 90 | Hangin' with Dylan & CaitSend us a textWe're back with another "Hangin' with Dylan & Cait" episode! Join D&C as they catch up, discuss future podcast plans, their current favourite pieces, which instrument should be played more in bands and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Store http://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episodeBRP Theme Music: Skyline by EKR HammellPerforming...2023-04-1251 min
The Band Room PodcastBRP 89 | Chris BaumgartnerSend us a textThis week’s episode features Dr. Chris Baumgartner, Associate Professor of Music Education at the University of Oklahoma. Cait chats with Chris about his musical journey, educational approaches, collaborative work, and much more.Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Store http://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episodeBRP Theme Music: Skyline by EKR HammellPerforming Ensemble: University of To...2023-02-161h 29The Band Room PodcastBRP 89 | Chris BaumgartnerSend us a textThis week’s episode features Dr. Chris Baumgartner, Associate Professor of Music Education at the University of Oklahoma. Cait chats with Chris about his musical journey, educational approaches, collaborative work, and much more.Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Store http://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episodeBRP Theme Music: Skyline by EKR HammellPerforming Ensemble: University of To...2023-02-161h 29
The Band Room PodcastBRP 88 | Shuying LiSend us a textDylan had a great time chatting with composer, educator, and pianist, Shuying Li, in person! We spoke about her musical beginning, composing for winds, the importance of her piece “The Last Hive Mind”, the Four Corners Ensemble, collaboration and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Store http://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episodeBRP Theme Music: Skyl...2023-02-0146 minThe Band Room PodcastBRP 88 | Shuying LiSend us a textDylan had a great time chatting with composer, educator, and pianist, Shuying Li, in person! We spoke about her musical beginning, composing for winds, the importance of her piece “The Last Hive Mind”, the Four Corners Ensemble, collaboration and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Store http://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episodeBRP Theme Music: Skyl...2023-02-0146 min
The Band Room PodcastBRP 87 | Ashley Killam & Carrie Blosser from Diversify the StandSend us a textFirst episode of 2023! We were delighted to chat with trumpeters, educators, and founders of Diversify the Stand, Ashley Killam and Carrie Blosser! We learned a little about how they got started in music, the zigs and zags to how they got where they are, what Diversify the Stand is all about/upcoming projects, working with living composers, life balance, and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your...2023-01-181h 10The Band Room PodcastBRP 87 | Ashley Killam & Carrie Blosser from Diversify the StandSend us a textFirst episode of 2023! We were delighted to chat with trumpeters, educators, and founders of Diversify the Stand, Ashley Killam and Carrie Blosser! We learned a little about how they got started in music, the zigs and zags to how they got where they are, what Diversify the Stand is all about/upcoming projects, working with living composers, life balance, and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your...2023-01-181h 10
The Band Room PodcastBRP 86 | Midwest MemoriesSend us a textThe Band Room Podcast is back at the Midwest Clinic! Join Dylan and his old and new friends: Kenley Kristofferson, Matt Klohs, Matt Neufeld, Lt. Cmdr. Gregory Fritz, Nicole Piunno, John Phillips, Harrison J. Collins, Marie A. Douglas, Katherine Bergman, Dontay L. Douglas, Omar Thomas, Giovanni Santos, Kelijah Duton, Jonathan Dagenais, Keith Kelly and David Lum speak about some of their favorite Midwest memories!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by g...2022-12-281h 03The Band Room PodcastBRP 86 | Midwest MemoriesSend us a textThe Band Room Podcast is back at the Midwest Clinic! Join Dylan and his old and new friends: Kenley Kristofferson, Matt Klohs, Matt Neufeld, Lt. Cmdr. Gregory Fritz, Nicole Piunno, John Phillips, Harrison J. Collins, Marie A. Douglas, Katherine Bergman, Dontay L. Douglas, Omar Thomas, Giovanni Santos, Kelijah Duton, Jonathan Dagenais, Keith Kelly and David Lum speak about some of their favorite Midwest memories!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by g...2022-12-281h 03
The Band Room PodcastBRP 85 | Hangin with Dylan and Cait 4.0Send us a textCome hang out with Dylan and Cait as the debrief their time in British Columbia at the BCMEA Conference, share what they've been up to, Midwest and more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Store http://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episodeBRP Theme Music: Skyline by EKR HammellPerforming Ensemble: University of Toronto Wind EnsembleDr...2022-12-1425 minThe Band Room PodcastBRP 85 | Hangin with Dylan and Cait 4.0Send us a textCome hang out with Dylan and Cait as the debrief their time in British Columbia at the BCMEA Conference, share what they've been up to, Midwest and more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Store http://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episodeBRP Theme Music: Skyline by EKR HammellPerforming Ensemble: University of Toronto Wind EnsembleDr...2022-12-1425 min
The Band Room PodcastBRP 83 | Gareth JonesSend us a textWe welcome conductor, trumpeter and educator, Gareth Jones to The Band Room! We spoke about his musical beginnings, how his time in the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra influences his teaching and conducting, the wise words of Vincent Cichowicz, University of Calgary bands and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Store http://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episode...2022-10-121h 26The Band Room PodcastBRP 83 | Gareth JonesSend us a textWe welcome conductor, trumpeter and educator, Gareth Jones to The Band Room! We spoke about his musical beginnings, how his time in the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra influences his teaching and conducting, the wise words of Vincent Cichowicz, University of Calgary bands and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Store http://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episode...2022-10-121h 26
The Band Room PodcastBRP 82 | Jennifer JolleySend us a textWe welcome composer, conductor and professor person, Jennifer Jolley to The Band Room! Guest co-host Kaitlin Bove and Dylan speak with Jenn about her musical journey, her position at Lehman College, composing music that not only moves people but makes people think, becoming a conductor, using failure as a vehicle for growth and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Store http://www...2022-09-211h 15The Band Room PodcastBRP 82 | Jennifer JolleySend us a textWe welcome composer, conductor and professor person, Jennifer Jolley to The Band Room! Guest co-host Kaitlin Bove and Dylan speak with Jenn about her musical journey, her position at Lehman College, composing music that not only moves people but makes people think, becoming a conductor, using failure as a vehicle for growth and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Store http://www...2022-09-211h 15
The Band Room PodcastBRP 81 | Hangin with Dylan & Cait 3.0Send us a textFirst episode of season 5 of The Band Room Podcast! Cait & Dylan answer the BRP community's questions, everything from advice for having a successful rehearsal, what we're most looking forward to this fall, what's on your music stand? to debating if a hotdog is a sandwich...Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Store http://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episode...2022-09-081h 12The Band Room PodcastBRP 81 | Hangin with Dylan & Cait 3.0Send us a textFirst episode of season 5 of The Band Room Podcast! Cait & Dylan answer the BRP community's questions, everything from advice for having a successful rehearsal, what we're most looking forward to this fall, what's on your music stand? to debating if a hotdog is a sandwich...Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Store http://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episode...2022-09-081h 12
The Band Room PodcastBRP 80 | Kevin LauSend us a textWe welcome award-winning composer and pianist, Kevin Lau to The Band Room! We speak about his musical beginnings, his path to becoming a composer, his works for brass band & wind ensemble, his approach to collaboration, cultural identity in artistic work, his new ballet, Kimiko’s Pearl and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Store http://www.bandroompod.com/storeMu...2022-08-101h 25The Band Room PodcastBRP 80 | Kevin LauSend us a textWe welcome award-winning composer and pianist, Kevin Lau to The Band Room! We speak about his musical beginnings, his path to becoming a composer, his works for brass band & wind ensemble, his approach to collaboration, cultural identity in artistic work, his new ballet, Kimiko’s Pearl and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Store http://www.bandroompod.com/storeMu...2022-08-101h 25
The Band Room PodcastBRP 79 | Shelley JagowSend us a textWe had a great time chatting with conductor, educator and author, Dr. Shelley Jagow! We spoke about her musical beginnings in Saskatchewan, her path to becoming Director of Bands at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio, balancing the many hats she wears, how being true to yourself helps connect with students and the community and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP...2022-07-271h 01The Band Room PodcastBRP 79 | Shelley JagowSend us a textWe had a great time chatting with conductor, educator and author, Dr. Shelley Jagow! We spoke about her musical beginnings in Saskatchewan, her path to becoming Director of Bands at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio, balancing the many hats she wears, how being true to yourself helps connect with students and the community and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP...2022-07-271h 01
The Band Room PodcastBRP 78 | Marie A. DouglasSend us a textWe welcome composer, conductor and educator, Marie A. Douglas to The Band Room! We speak about her musical journey, music technology in the classroom, her CBDA consortium “I Am Enough”, balancing a multifaceted life and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episodeBRP Theme Music: Skyl...2022-07-131h 06The Band Room PodcastBRP 78 | Marie A. DouglasSend us a textWe welcome composer, conductor and educator, Marie A. Douglas to The Band Room! We speak about her musical journey, music technology in the classroom, her CBDA consortium “I Am Enough”, balancing a multifaceted life and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episodeBRP Theme Music: Skyl...2022-07-131h 06
The Band Room PodcastBRP 77 | Jonathan GranthamSend us a textWe welcome award-winning music educator, conductor and all around wonderful human, Jonathan Grantham to The Band Room! We spoke about his musical journey, celebrating 20 years at Amador Valley High School with a commission from past BRP guest John Mackey, the power of staying with it, his contributions to the Horizon Leans Forward, what he defines as a successful band program and so much more! Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by...2022-06-1556 minThe Band Room PodcastBRP 77 | Jonathan GranthamSend us a textWe welcome award-winning music educator, conductor and all around wonderful human, Jonathan Grantham to The Band Room! We spoke about his musical journey, celebrating 20 years at Amador Valley High School with a commission from past BRP guest John Mackey, the power of staying with it, his contributions to the Horizon Leans Forward, what he defines as a successful band program and so much more! Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by...2022-06-1556 min
The Band Room PodcastBRP 76 | Dylan Rook MaddixSend us a textThis week we welcome someone who is no stranger to The Band Room, conductor & educator Dylan Rook Maddix! Dylan and Cait speak about his musical journey, discovering his “why”, using failure as a vehicle for growth, entrepreneurship in music and life, and much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this epis...2022-06-011h 32The Band Room PodcastBRP 76 | Dylan Rook MaddixSend us a textThis week we welcome someone who is no stranger to The Band Room, conductor & educator Dylan Rook Maddix! Dylan and Cait speak about his musical journey, discovering his “why”, using failure as a vehicle for growth, entrepreneurship in music and life, and much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this epis...2022-06-011h 32
The Band Room PodcastBRP 75 | Glass Winds with Pam Paddock & Melissa DoironSend us a textWe are excited to welcome conductors and music educators, Pam Paddock and Melissa Doiron to talk about Glass Winds - Nova Scotia Women's Wind Ensemble! We spoke about how the two conductors met, how the ensemble started, repertoire, what they see in the future of Glass Winds and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/store2022-05-171h 03The Band Room PodcastBRP 75 | Glass Winds with Pam Paddock & Melissa DoironSend us a textWe are excited to welcome conductors and music educators, Pam Paddock and Melissa Doiron to talk about Glass Winds - Nova Scotia Women's Wind Ensemble! We spoke about how the two conductors met, how the ensemble started, repertoire, what they see in the future of Glass Winds and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/store2022-05-171h 03
The Band Room PodcastBRP 74 | Roger ZareSend us a textThis week we welcome composer and educator, Roger Zare! We spoke about is early compositional beginnings, how he came to write for band, his involvement with the Blue Dot Collective, finding inspiration in science and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episodeBRP Theme Music...2022-04-2858 minThe Band Room PodcastBRP 74 | Roger ZareSend us a textThis week we welcome composer and educator, Roger Zare! We spoke about is early compositional beginnings, how he came to write for band, his involvement with the Blue Dot Collective, finding inspiration in science and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episodeBRP Theme Music...2022-04-2858 min
The Band Room PodcastBRP 73 | Karen GustafsonSend us a textThis week we welcome conductor, trumpeter and educator, Dr. Karen Gustafson to The Band Room! We spoke about her musical beginnings, studying trumpet and conducting with some of the best, teaching in Alaska (among many other places), balancing trumpet/conducting, making the best of what life gives us and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com...2022-04-131h 04The Band Room PodcastBRP 73 | Karen GustafsonSend us a textThis week we welcome conductor, trumpeter and educator, Dr. Karen Gustafson to The Band Room! We spoke about her musical beginnings, studying trumpet and conducting with some of the best, teaching in Alaska (among many other places), balancing trumpet/conducting, making the best of what life gives us and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com...2022-04-131h 04
The Band Room PodcastNicole Piunno Bonus EpisodeSend us a textThis week we share a previously aired Patreon bonus episode with composer, educator and trumpeter, Nicole Piunno! Nicole is known as an avid cyclist, but remember every hobby needs a beginning. She tells us story of her first cycling adventure that didn't go exactly to plan...For less than a lattes worth of investment you can hear more episodes like this by supporting BRP through Patreon. Learn more by visiting: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodMusic used in this episodeBRP Theme Music: Skyline by...2022-04-1017 minThe Band Room PodcastNicole Piunno Bonus EpisodeSend us a textThis week we share a previously aired Patreon bonus episode with composer, educator and trumpeter, Nicole Piunno! Nicole is known as an avid cyclist, but remember every hobby needs a beginning. She tells us story of her first cycling adventure that didn't go exactly to plan...For less than a lattes worth of investment you can hear more episodes like this by supporting BRP through Patreon. Learn more by visiting: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodMusic used in this episodeBRP Theme Music: Skyline by...2022-04-1017 min
The Band Room PodcastBRP 72 | Hangin with Dylan & Cait 2.0Send us a textDylan and Cait celebrate 1 year of being BRP co-hosts by taking a break from chatting with guests and ask each other BRP listener questions. Everything from what they would do as a career if they weren't in music, their most embarrassing moments, favorite works of band literature, to wheels or doors?Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/store2022-03-161h 30The Band Room PodcastBRP 72 | Hangin with Dylan & Cait 2.0Send us a textDylan and Cait celebrate 1 year of being BRP co-hosts by taking a break from chatting with guests and ask each other BRP listener questions. Everything from what they would do as a career if they weren't in music, their most embarrassing moments, favorite works of band literature, to wheels or doors?Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/store2022-03-161h 30
Diversify the StandEpisode 3.5 - Cait Nishimura & Dylan MaddixMarch begins with podcast crossover extravaganza #2! We are so excited to welcome Dylan Maddix and Cait Nishimura, hosts of The Band Room Pod to talk with us. They each bring amazing insight from the eyes of a performer, educator, composer, and podcast host into this episode.We talk with Dylan and Cait all about how The Band Room Pod began and expanded to include two incredible hosts, the variety of guests they bring on their show, and we all talk (and agree heavily!) on the importance of DEI work in music education. Tune in to hear their...2022-03-0244 min
The Band Room PodcastBRP 71 | Melanie BrooksSend us a textWe welcome Dr. Melanie Brooks to The Band Room! We spoke about her path, her time at Arizona State University, time in Finland, making her way back to Minnesota to teach Winona State University, founding Leading Tones Music and much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episode...2022-02-161h 08The Band Room PodcastBRP 71 | Melanie BrooksSend us a textWe welcome Dr. Melanie Brooks to The Band Room! We spoke about her path, her time at Arizona State University, time in Finland, making her way back to Minnesota to teach Winona State University, founding Leading Tones Music and much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episode...2022-02-161h 08
The Band Room PodcastBRP 70 | Fraser LinklaterSend us a textWe welcome Dr. Fraser Linklater to The Band Room! Fraser is now retired from the Desautels Faculty of Music at the University of Manitoba, where he directed the bands and taught courses in music education from 1999 to 2016. We were able to speak about his unique path to UofM, some of his great resources through the Manitoba Band Association, highlights from his time at UofM, his famous "adjudication tape" and much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodH...2022-02-021h 19The Band Room PodcastBRP 70 | Fraser LinklaterSend us a textWe welcome Dr. Fraser Linklater to The Band Room! Fraser is now retired from the Desautels Faculty of Music at the University of Manitoba, where he directed the bands and taught courses in music education from 1999 to 2016. We were able to speak about his unique path to UofM, some of his great resources through the Manitoba Band Association, highlights from his time at UofM, his famous "adjudication tape" and much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodH...2022-02-021h 19
The Band Room PodcastBRP 69 | Katahj CopleySend us a textWe welcome composer and educator, Katahj Copley to The Band Room! We spoke about his path, his compositional process, his involvement with the Millennium Composers Initiative, his social justice consortium for the California Band Directors Association and much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episodeBRP Theme...2022-01-1955 minThe Band Room PodcastBRP 69 | Katahj CopleySend us a textWe welcome composer and educator, Katahj Copley to The Band Room! We spoke about his path, his compositional process, his involvement with the Millennium Composers Initiative, his social justice consortium for the California Band Directors Association and much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episodeBRP Theme...2022-01-1955 min
The Band Room PodcastBRP 68 | Midwest MemoriesSend us a textHappy New Year! Join Dylan as he speaks with Cait about his first Midwest Clinic and his conversations with old and new friends: Keith Kelly, Nicole Piunno, Onsby Rose, Sean Murphy, Angela Schroeder, Rob Taylor and Gail Brechting, speaking about some of their favorite Midwest memories! Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used...2022-01-0536 minThe Band Room PodcastBRP 68 | Midwest MemoriesSend us a textHappy New Year! Join Dylan as he speaks with Cait about his first Midwest Clinic and his conversations with old and new friends: Keith Kelly, Nicole Piunno, Onsby Rose, Sean Murphy, Angela Schroeder, Rob Taylor and Gail Brechting, speaking about some of their favorite Midwest memories! Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used...2022-01-0536 min
The Band Room PodcastBRP 67 | Danielle GaudrySend us a textThis week we welcome, Dr. Danielle Gaudry to The Band Room! Danielle is Associate Professor of Music at California State University East Bay where she serves as Director of Bands and Coordinator of Instrumental Music. Dylan, Cait and Danielle spoke about her very unique path, being a Canadian teaching in the United States, being a military musician and band director, the famous balance question and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the...2021-12-141h 08The Band Room PodcastBRP 67 | Danielle GaudrySend us a textThis week we welcome, Dr. Danielle Gaudry to The Band Room! Danielle is Associate Professor of Music at California State University East Bay where she serves as Director of Bands and Coordinator of Instrumental Music. Dylan, Cait and Danielle spoke about her very unique path, being a Canadian teaching in the United States, being a military musician and band director, the famous balance question and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the...2021-12-141h 08
The Band Room PodcastBRP 63 | Catherine LikhutaSend us a textWe welcome composer, performer and educator, Catherine Likhuta to the Band Room! We spoke about her unique path to where she is today, how performance influences her compositions, the importance of collaboration, her new piece Planet B and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episode...2021-10-201h 20The Band Room PodcastBRP 63 | Catherine LikhutaSend us a textWe welcome composer, performer and educator, Catherine Likhuta to the Band Room! We spoke about her unique path to where she is today, how performance influences her compositions, the importance of collaboration, her new piece Planet B and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episode...2021-10-201h 20
The Band Room PodcastBRP 61 | David LumSend us a textWe welcome educator, tubist and conductor, David Lum to the Band Room! We spoke about his musical journey, his involvement with the Toronto Youth Wind Orchestra, the importance of developing student leaders, being a life long learner and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episode...2021-09-221h 10The Band Room PodcastBRP 61 | David LumSend us a textWe welcome educator, tubist and conductor, David Lum to the Band Room! We spoke about his musical journey, his involvement with the Toronto Youth Wind Orchestra, the importance of developing student leaders, being a life long learner and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episode...2021-09-221h 10
The Band Room PodcastBRP 60 | Nicole PiunnoSend us a textThis week we welcome composer and educator, Nicole Piunno to the Band Room! Dylan and Cait chat with Nicole about her musical journey, how trumpet performance influences her composing, overcoming injury, pivoting during the pandemic, the music biz and much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episode...2021-09-151h 03The Band Room PodcastBRP 60 | Nicole PiunnoSend us a textThis week we welcome composer and educator, Nicole Piunno to the Band Room! Dylan and Cait chat with Nicole about her musical journey, how trumpet performance influences her composing, overcoming injury, pivoting during the pandemic, the music biz and much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episode...2021-09-151h 03
The Band Room PodcastBRP 59 | Jienan Chen & Nicholas Ryan KellySend us a textThis week we welcome to the Band Room the two winners of the 2021 Canadian Band Association Howard Cable Memorial Prize in Composition: Jienan Chen and Nicholas Ryan Kelly. Dylan and Cait chat with the composers about their award-winning pieces, their musical journeys, how they each came to writing band music, and more! Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com...2021-09-081h 15The Band Room PodcastBRP 59 | Jienan Chen & Nicholas Ryan KellySend us a textThis week we welcome to the Band Room the two winners of the 2021 Canadian Band Association Howard Cable Memorial Prize in Composition: Jienan Chen and Nicholas Ryan Kelly. Dylan and Cait chat with the composers about their award-winning pieces, their musical journeys, how they each came to writing band music, and more! Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com...2021-09-081h 15
The Band Room PodcastBRP 58 | Gary HillSend us a textWelcome to season 4 of the Band Room Podcast! For the first episode of season 4 we are joined by Director of Bands Emeritus at Arizona State University, Gary Hill! Dylan, Cait and Gary speak about his musical path, neuroscience and how it affects gesture, his time at ASU, dog training, going against the grain, how his repertoire selection has changed throughout his career and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room...2021-09-011h 33The Band Room PodcastBRP 58 | Gary HillSend us a textWelcome to season 4 of the Band Room Podcast! For the first episode of season 4 we are joined by Director of Bands Emeritus at Arizona State University, Gary Hill! Dylan, Cait and Gary speak about his musical path, neuroscience and how it affects gesture, his time at ASU, dog training, going against the grain, how his repertoire selection has changed throughout his career and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room...2021-09-011h 33
The Band Room PodcastBRP 57 | Christin Reardon MacLellanSend us a textWe welcome Christin Reardon MacLellan, Director of Education and Community Programs for the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and Director of the UBC Concert Winds to the Band Room! We spoke about her musical path from Long Island, NY to Vancouver, BC, her work with the VSO, being adaptable, her advocacy work and much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod...2021-07-211h 18The Band Room PodcastBRP 57 | Christin Reardon MacLellanSend us a textWe welcome Christin Reardon MacLellan, Director of Education and Community Programs for the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and Director of the UBC Concert Winds to the Band Room! We spoke about her musical path from Long Island, NY to Vancouver, BC, her work with the VSO, being adaptable, her advocacy work and much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod...2021-07-211h 18
The Band Room PodcastBRP 56 | Joel PuckettSend us a textWe welcome composer, Joel Puckett to the Band Room! We speak about his musical beginnings, his approach to commission projects, his piece “the secret from the river”, setting goals, mental health in a creative life and so much more! Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episodeBRP Theme Musi...2021-07-141h 17The Band Room PodcastBRP 56 | Joel PuckettSend us a textWe welcome composer, Joel Puckett to the Band Room! We speak about his musical beginnings, his approach to commission projects, his piece “the secret from the river”, setting goals, mental health in a creative life and so much more! Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episodeBRP Theme Musi...2021-07-141h 17
The Band Room PodcastBRP 55 | Jacquie DawsonSend us a textWe welcome conductor, educator and Director of Bands at the University of Manitoba, Jacquie Dawson to the Band Room! We spoke about her musical path from Newfoundland to Manitoba, her position at the University of Manitoba, band culture in Manitoba, pursuing her DMA at University of Kansas, balance and much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/store2021-07-071h 03The Band Room PodcastBRP 55 | Jacquie DawsonSend us a textWe welcome conductor, educator and Director of Bands at the University of Manitoba, Jacquie Dawson to the Band Room! We spoke about her musical path from Newfoundland to Manitoba, her position at the University of Manitoba, band culture in Manitoba, pursuing her DMA at University of Kansas, balance and much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/store2021-07-071h 03
The Band Room PodcastBRP 54 | Kevin DaySend us a textWe welcome composer, Kevin Day to the Band Room! We spoke about his musical beginnings, being a multifaceted musician, dealing with imposter syndrome, his new Concerto for Wind Ensemble and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episodeBRP Theme Music: Skyline by EKR Hammell...2021-06-3058 minThe Band Room PodcastBRP 54 | Kevin DaySend us a textWe welcome composer, Kevin Day to the Band Room! We spoke about his musical beginnings, being a multifaceted musician, dealing with imposter syndrome, his new Concerto for Wind Ensemble and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episodeBRP Theme Music: Skyline by EKR Hammell...2021-06-3058 min
The Band Room PodcastBRP 53 | Jeff ReynoldsSend us a textWe welcome conductor, educator and trumpeter, Dr. Jeffrey Reynolds to the Band Room! We spoke about Jeff’s musical beginnings, his career as a trumpet player and how that influences his conducting, studying with Arnold Jacobs and Vincent Cichowicz, his time at UofT, philosophy and much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic us...2021-06-231h 23The Band Room PodcastBRP 53 | Jeff ReynoldsSend us a textWe welcome conductor, educator and trumpeter, Dr. Jeffrey Reynolds to the Band Room! We spoke about Jeff’s musical beginnings, his career as a trumpet player and how that influences his conducting, studying with Arnold Jacobs and Vincent Cichowicz, his time at UofT, philosophy and much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic us...2021-06-231h 23
The Band Room PodcastBRP 52 | Jodie BlackshawSend us a textWe welcome composer, educator and all around amazing human, Jodie Blackshaw to the Band Room! We spoke about being the composer/educator, teaching performance through composition, respecting and collaborating with local indigenous communities, the importance of supporting diverse composers and so much more!Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Storehttp://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episode2021-06-161h 27