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band yap
we can do it: kim shuttlesworth
we’re with kim!we’ve yapped with kim before, but she’s back and better than ever. in this episode, she shares an update on what’s been going on in her world and walks us through her candidacy for tmea band division vice president. we catch up on all things kim, including when her band trailers blew over in straight-line winds, what crayon she would be, the time she ghost-commentated on a kgas marching band radio broadcast, and how she plans to serve the best interests of students across the state.to learn more abo...
2026-02-07
2h 10
band yap
giant steps: erika uribe
she's one cool cat!erika hails from the rio grande valley. after graduating from baylor, she found her way back home. while erika is well-versed in all the aspects of band, jazz is her forte. erika has taken her student group to midwest, tmea, jen, and music for all events, opening a world of opportunities to her students. we talked with erika about her musical upbringing, her phantom regiment experience, her positions with uil and tmea, and baylor beating a&m on her birthday. sponsored by:shawn murphy with fanpledgethe band blueprint (use promo code bandyap5 when...
2025-12-06
2h 50
band yap
band yap bandtober essentials | he is inevitable: mike howard
welcome to band yap bandtober essentials, where we look back on some of our favorite episodes to help fuel your jam-packed competition schedule. whether you’re on the road to contests or just needing a quick dose of inspiration to keep you going, these hand-picked episodes are here to keep you company all october long.enjoy this essential episode with mike howard, originally released on june 13, 2025. since that time, mike has taken on a new role as deputy director for tmea.band directors: assemblemike howard has collected all of the infinity stones. he...
2025-10-18
2h 41
Choir Fam Podcast
Ep. 128 - Building Emotional Intelligence Through Choral Singing - Jeremy Brown
“My mantra for my teaching is: I want to create good humans while also creating good musicians. I tell every ensemble that on the first day of school. What they care about is 'Does Mr. Brown see me? Does he value me? Does he care for me?' Then they'll start singing. I care more about the human heart than I care about the perfection of the music. Yes, I care about the music, but if my students aren't in the right mental headspace, then the music won't come.”Jeremy Brown is serving his third year...
2025-08-08
47 min
The We Are All Awesome Show
5. Behind the Music: TMEA & Fundraising Insights
In this exciting episode of The We Are All Awesome Show, powered by WiddyUP, hosts Carter Higley and Randy Narciso dive into their unforgettable experience at the Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) conference in San Antonio. With thousands of passionate educators, students, and music lovers gathered to celebrate fine arts, the duo shares the most memorable moments from the event. From spontaneous interviews with band, choir, and orchestra leaders about what makes their groups awesome to an inspiring chat with Jamie Cabot about the power of people in education and business. But that’s not all! In th...
2025-03-06
19 min
After Sectionals
AS 914 - TMEA and Clarinet Update
In this episode Darcy, TJ, and Jenna talk about their TMEA highlights and an update to the clarinet saga. This episode is sponsored by Kaleidoscope Adventures. Travel beyond expectations at mykatrip.com
2025-02-26
54 min
band yap
process over product: pls go to jon schriver's tmea clinic
jon schriver met up with us to discuss his meteoric rise as a band director, burger-n-wok, legends of the hidden temple, his love for d&d, ska, and more. be sure to attend his tmea program spotlight clinic/concert on 2/13/25 at 11:30am in the hemisfair ballroom 1 and 2 (next door to dr. tim!!) featuring the cameron yoe hs band.
2025-02-01
2h 02
Tennessee Bandmasters Association Bandstand Podcast
Bandstand S2E14: TMEA Rural Band Representatives
Summary In this episode of Bandstand, host David Aydelott engages with the new TMEA Rural Band Representatives Cole Hunt, Caleb Boone, and Emma Lang Hodges to discuss the unique challenges and experiences of teaching bands in rural areas of Tennessee. The conversation explores their personal journeys, the state of band programs, the importance of mentorship, and the need for better preparation in music education. The representatives share insights on improving support for rural band directors and the significance of creating connections across the state to enhance music education. This conversation explores rural band programs' unique challenges and...
2025-01-23
57 min
Bass Case
Bass Case 050: TMEA All-State Bass Etude #1 (Part 4)
Send a textIn this episode of Bass Case, Phil goes over ideas for walking the changes of the fourth 8 bars of TMEA All-State Bass Etude #1.Fourth of four parts. Contact:phil@basscase.co
2024-10-02
05 min
Bass Case
Bass Case 049: TMEA All-State Bass Etude #1 (Part 3)
Send a textIn this episode of Bass Case, Phil goes over ideas for walking the changes of the third 8 bars of TMEA All-State Bass Etude #1.Third of four parts. Contact:phil@basscase.co
2024-09-14
08 min
Bass Case
Bass Case 048: TMEA All-State Bass Etude #1 (Part 2)
Send a textIn this episode of Bass Case, Phil goes over ideas for walking the changes of the second 8 bars of TMEA All-State Bass Etude #1.Second of four parts. Contact:phil@basscase.co
2024-09-04
04 min
Bass Case
Bass Case 047: TMEA All-State Bass Etude #1 (Part 1)
Send a textIn this episode of Bass Case, Phil goes over ideas for walking the changes of the first 8 bars of TMEA All-State Bass Etude #1.First of four parts. Contact:phil@basscase.co
2024-08-09
09 min
Bass Case
Bass Case 045: TMEA 2024 All State Bass Etude #3 (Part 3)
Send a textIn this special series of four episodes of Bass Case, Phil takes apart TMEA 2024 All State Bass Etude #3. Third in a series of four.Contact:phil@basscase.co
2024-08-01
05 min
Bass Case
Bass Case 046: TMEA 2024 All-State Bass Etude #3 (Part 4)
Send a textIn this special series of four episodes of Bass Case, Phil takes apart TMEA 2024 All State Bass Etude #3. Fourth in a series of four. Contact:phil@basscase.co
2024-07-27
05 min
Bass Case
Bass Case 044: TMEA 2024 All-State Bass Etude #3 (Part 2)
Send a textIn this special series of four episodes of Bass Case, Phil takes apart TMEA 2024 All State Bass Etude #3. Second in a series of four. Contact:phil@basscase.co
2024-07-12
05 min
Bass Case
Bass Case 043: TMEA 2024 All State Bass Etude #3 (Part 1)
Send a textIn this special series of four episodes of Bass Case, Phil takes apart TMEA 2024 All State Bass Etude #3. First in a series of four. Contact:phil@basscase.co
2024-07-10
10 min
The Band Hall - A YBDT Podcast
49. Our TMEA Adventures
Today, we are looking back at all the fun we had at TMEA 2024. Welcome to the Band Hall!
2024-03-04
34 min
Happier Music Teacher
Maximize Your Music Ed Conference
Headed to TMEA, OAKE or any other music education conference? You'll get some benefit from it but wouldn't it be nice to maximize it? From physical comfort to follow-up, here are the tips you need to conference even better! TMEA OAKE Conference Happier Music Teachers Facebook Group Beth's Book on F-Flat Books
2024-02-06
15 min
The Band Hall - A YBDT Podcast
48. TMEA Preview
Today, we are talking through our TMEA plans. Welcome to the Band Hall!
2024-02-05
1h 01
Playin' Around With Playbook
Playin' Around With Playbook: Preston Pierce
Preston Pierce is a Band Director at Plano West Senior High School in Plano, Texas. His duties include directing the Wind Symphony, Jazz Orchestra, Jazz Band, Jazz Small Groups, assisting with the Marching Band, and coordinating the jazz program for the Plano West Cluster. He is a past President of the Texas Jazz Educators Association (TJEA). Additionally, he is a Consultant/Clinician for Jazz at Lincoln Center. The Plano West Jazz Orchestra is a five-time finalist in Jazz at Lincoln Center's Essentially Ellington Competition and Festival in New York City. Since 2020, the Plano West Jazz program has won a combined 21...
2023-07-31
24 min
你在他乡还好吗?
734.裸眼3D+年度金曲+乐坛半壁,这届TMEA堪称乐坛春晚!-Madam神侃娱乐圈
734.裸眼3D+年度金曲+乐坛半壁,这届TMEA堪称乐坛春晚!-Madam神侃娱乐圈
2023-05-16
12 min
你在他乡还好吗?
734.裸眼3D+年度金曲+乐坛半壁,这届TMEA堪称乐坛春晚!-Madam神侃娱乐圈
734.裸眼3D+年度金曲+乐坛半壁,这届TMEA堪称乐坛春晚!-Madam神侃娱乐圈
2023-05-16
12 min
谁也替代不了
410.TMEA盛典:张靓颖承认裙摆过大盼照片显瘦
410.TMEA盛典:张靓颖承认裙摆过大盼照片显瘦
2023-05-13
00 min
Sketchbook with Daniel Montoya Jr.
"Perpetual Motion" - Ronald Reagan High School (2000), with Mark Chambers (Director of Bands, 1999-2006)
In 2019, the Ronald Reagan High School Marching Band from San Antonio, TX won the Bands of America San Antonio Super Regional for the third time with a record score of 97.30 winning outstanding visual performance and outstanding general effect with their show, ‘Secret World.’ After bursting onto the scene in 2000, the Reagan Rattler Band has won countless contests & Bands of America Regionals and placed in finals 5 times at the BOA Grand Nationals Championships in Indianapolis, IN., including two second-place finishes and one class AAA championship. The Reagan marching band has also been a consistent UIL State Marching Band finalist since 2004 and was...
2023-02-28
1h 38
Sketchbook with Daniel Montoya Jr.
"Remembered" - Vandegrift High School (2009), with Jeremy Spicer (Director of Bands, 2009-2014)
In 2019, the Vandegrift High School Marching Band from Austin, TX won the Bands of America Grand National Class 4A Championship sweeping all captions and was named Grand National Champion with a score of 97.18 winning the award for Outstanding General Effect with their show, ‘Aria: Queen of the Night.’ After bursting onto the scene in 2010, the Vandegrift Viper Band has won countless contests & Bands of America Regionals and has also been a consistent UIL State Marching Band finalist winning bronze in 2018, silver in 2015, and gold in 2013. In 2019 the Vandegrift Band was the recipient of the prestigious International Sudler Shield. The wind ense...
2023-02-28
1h 30
Sketchbook with Daniel Montoya Jr.
Ryan George (Fornine Music & Boston Crusaders D&BC)
RYAN GEORGE currently resides in Austin, Texas where he is active as an arranger and composer. His work, ranging from music for the concert stage to music for marching ensembles is performed regularly throughout North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. Ryan completed his first work for concert band in 2007 and since then his works have received performances at the American Bandmasters Association Convention, the Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic in Chicago, W.A.S.B.E., the Music For All (Bands of America) Concert Band Festival, PASIC, Carnegie Hall, the National CBDNA Conference, the CBDNA/NBA Southern Division Conference, and...
2023-02-28
1h 35
Noted: A Music Education Podcast
TMEA Invited choirs know how to program...DO YOU?
This week we recap the 2023 TMEA convention in San Antonio but also talk about how do you pick repertoire for your ensemble. The hows and the whys of music selection --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/notedmusiced/support
2023-02-14
1h 00
The Band Hall - A YBDT Podcast
35. TMEA Retrospective
Today, we’re joined once again by Amanda Blackstone to look back at TMEA 2023. Welcome to the Band Hall!
2023-02-13
48 min
The Score
Ep. 87- Article: The Climb of Your Life- Jesse Cannon II
Send us a textArticle reading of Jesse Cannon II's most recent article in the TMEA Southwestern Musician magazine- The Climb of Your Life. Please consider Jesse for TMEA President-Elect!Why Jesse Cannon II for the TMEA President-ElectSouthwestern MusicianSupport the showConnect with us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram: @podthescoreEmail: podthescore@gmail.com | The Score Podcast WebsiteSupport The Score on Patreon or PaypalMusic Credits:Intro: Justin McLean In Rotation & Outro: Ben Bohorquez - @jamin_music
2023-02-06
09 min
Beyond the Measure: A Podcast for Music Educators
#20: Uniting Different Ensembles and Experiences | With Allison King
Have a guest recommendation? Let us know!We are very excited to bring our first guest with an orchestral background onto the show! Mrs. Allison King is the orchestra director at L.D. Bell High School in Hurst, Texas. Allison brings a variety of insight for directors finding their first gigs, teaching string orchestra, and coordinating with other directors to create a full orchestra experience for students.Follow our official Instagram page and become a part of the community!Browse Kara's TPT Store! Check out the L.D. Bell Orchestra's website...
2022-10-24
1h 05
Beyond the Measure: A Podcast for Music Educators
#13: How Classroom Structure Sets the Stage for Success | With Wendy Weeks
Have a guest recommendation? Let us know!This week, Wendy Weeks, head choral director at Abilene High School, joins us to talk about the importance of having structure in your classroom from day 1, and how it affects the rest of the teaching and learning experience for both you and your students.Follow our official Instagram page and become a part of the community! Follow the Abilene High School choirs on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/abilenehighchoirs/?hl=enA music educator of twenty-eight years, Wendy Weeks is serving her sixth...
2022-07-25
1h 11
Music Ed Tech Talk
#58 - Building a Second (Music Teacher) Brain, with Dr. Cory Meals
Dr. Cory Meals joins the show to talk about building a second brain, personal knowledge management apps, and how to keep it all together! Subscribe to the Blog… RSS | Email Newsletter Subscribe to the Podcast in… Apple Podcasts | Overcast | Castro | Spotify | RSS Support Music Ed Tech Talk Become a Patron! Buy me a coffee Thanks to my sponsors this month, Scale Exercise Play-Along Tracks. Show Notes: Slide deck from Cory's Building a Second (Music Teacher) Brain Session at TMEA A Second (Music Teacher Brain) - Re...
2022-07-17
1h 55
The Danpodcast
2022 TMEA Honor Band Nerd-In
Want to know more about the TMEA Honor Band process? This is the show for you! Crowning the TMEA Honor Band is one of the most prestigious titles a Texas concert program can hold. Follow along as I explain the process, the rules, and highlight some programs who have advanced to the TMEA Honor Band State Prelims!!! https://www.tmea.org/band/honor-band/
2022-07-08
28 min
Sketchbook with Daniel Montoya Jr.
Paul Pape (Georgetown HS, Cedar Park HS, Vandegrift HS, & On Leaving the Profession)
In 2016, Paul Pape completed his 6th year as the Percussion Director at Vandegrift High School in Austin, TX. During his tenure at VHS, the percussion section has been highly successful in many areas of percussion performance including solo, percussion ensemble, and marching percussion. The VHS Drumline, under the direction of Mr. Pape, has received numerous awards and honors across the state, including first-place finishes at several drumline contests, numerous band festival caption awards, and three finalist appearances at the prestigious Lone Star Drumline Contest. In 2015, the VHS Drumline also won 1st Place and was awarded the “Caldwell Cup” at the Lone...
2022-03-08
1h 29
Sketchbook with Daniel Montoya Jr.
Hector Gil (Vista Ridge HS)
Hector Gil is in his 18th year of teaching and joined the staff at Vista Ridge High School and Henry Middle School as the Director of Percussion in 2008. He attended Texas A&M University-Commerce where he received his Bachelor of Music Education degree in 2001, and he completed one year of graduate work at Texas Christian University. While at A&M – Commerce, and TCU, Mr. Gil performed in various ensembles including the Texas A&M University-Commerce Wind Ensemble, the Texas A&M University-Commerce Drumline, the Texas A&M University-Commerce Steel Band, the Texas Christian University Wind Symphony, the Texas Christian University Sy...
2022-03-08
1h 34
The Score
Ep. 66- TMEA 2022- Latino/a/x Representation in Music Education
Send us a textIn this week's episode, we share a recording of our session at TMEA 2022. Eric had the opportunity to facilitate a conversation amongst three outstanding panelists. Each brought a wealth of knowledge to the table regarding their personal experience as products of public school music education and how they each take on the task to include their Latino/a/x/ students into their music programs.Connect with us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram:@podthescore;podthescore@gmail.com;The Score Podcast WebsiteSupport The Score on Patreon or Paypal
2022-02-15
1h 05
Sketchbook with Daniel Montoya Jr.
Dan Morrison (Ronald Reagan HS)
Daniel Morrison is currently the Director of Bands at Ronald Reagan High School in San Antonio, TX. He manages and teaches the Ronald Reagan Marching Band and conducts the Wind Ensemble. In addition, he assists with the Symphonic Band, Concert Band, and various chamber ensembles. In his time at Reagan, the concert bands have received superior ratings at the UIL Concert and Sight Reading Contest, and the Marching Band has been a consistent Bands of America Regional, Super Regional, and Grand National Finalist as well as a UIL State Marching Contest finalist. Under Morrison’s direction, the Marching Band is...
2022-02-01
1h 04
The Band Hall - A YBDT Podcast
16. TMEA with Garrett Wallace
Today we are joined by Garrett Wallace, Assistant Regional Team Lead for YBDT and band director at Running Brushy Middle School in Cedar Park, Texas. We are discussing TMEA conventions of past, present, and future. Welcome to the Band Hall!
2022-01-31
41 min
Musicast
Episode 2.6: Beth Duhon- Wellness for Music Educators
Beth Duhon is, to borrow Tracy King's phrase, the K-5 "ambassador of joy" at Travis Elementary in Rosenberg, TX. This is her fifth year teaching in Lamar Consolidated ISD.Longer bio: Beth Duhon is, to borrow Tracy King’s phrase, the K-5 “ambassador of joy” at Travis Elementary in Rosenberg, TX. This is her fifth year teaching in Lamar Consolidated ISD. She has received over $14,000 in classroom grants for a keyboard lab, iPads, and music manipulatives in addition to regularly receiving travel grants for music education conferences. In 2021, she presented “Self-Care for the Music Educator: Not Just a Buzzwo...
2021-08-24
38 min
The Band Hall - A YBDT Podcast
5. Fine Arts Advocacy with Robert Floyd
Today we are here with Robert Floyd, executive director of TMEA to talk about the importance of fine arts advocacy and our roles in preserving the future of music in our schools. Be sure to check out the newest campaign from TMEA to keep supporting the arts in Texas at www.txartsed.org.
2021-03-29
46 min
How To Teach Music with Jessica Grant
Self Care with Beth Duhon Part 2
Show Notes: Self-Care Google Doc (you'll be prompted to make a copy) Beth Duhon is, to borrow Tracy King’s phrase, the K-5 “ambassador of joy” at Travis Elementary in Rosenberg, TX. This is her fifth year teaching in Lamar Consolidated ISD. She has received over $14,000 in classroom grants for a keyboard lab, iPads, and music manipulatives in addition to regularly receiving travel grants for music education conferences. In 2021, she presented “Self-Care for the Music Educator: Not Just a Buzzword” for TMEA and the LCISD elementary music teacher cohort. Previously, Ms. Duhon was a successful horn private l...
2021-03-23
25 min
How To Teach Music with Jessica Grant
Teacher Self-Care with Beth Duhon Pt. One
Show Notes: Self-Care Google Doc (you'll be prompted to make a copy) Beth Duhon is, to borrow Tracy King’s phrase, the K-5 “ambassador of joy” at Travis Elementary in Rosenberg, TX. This is her fifth year teaching in Lamar Consolidated ISD. She has received over $14,000 in classroom grants for a keyboard lab, iPads, and music manipulatives in addition to regularly receiving travel grants for music education conferences. In 2021, she presented “Self-Care for the Music Educator: Not Just a Buzzword” for TMEA and the LCISD elementary music teacher cohort. Previously, Ms. Duhon was a successful horn private l...
2021-03-23
34 min
TRILLOQUY
Opus 91 - Independent Together
After spending years away from her native Louisiana, composer Courtney Bryan returned to New Orleans to work as the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra's first-ever Creative Partner - a post that includes engaging community outreach initiatives, writing music, and being a part of the change that many other orchestras desperately need. She talks with Garrett about her planned approach to this new position, the music she's bringing with her, and the home-grown experiences that fuel her perspective. Scott and Garrett continue their celebration of Women's History Month with music by Psalm One, Alice Coltrane, Rebecca Sugar, and others while responding to this...
2021-03-10
1h 47
The @Percussion Podcast
@Percussion - 274 -Jillian Baxter
★ Support the show by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/atpercussion ★ Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/atperc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atpercussion/ PodBean: https://atpercussion.podbean.com/ Hosts: Casey Cangelosi, Ben Charles, and Ksenija Komljenović, Karli Viña Intro music by Reese Maultsby - reesemaultsby.com Watch here Listen below 0:12 introduction 1:23 today in history: jazz guitarist Mary Osborne, Ligeti Poème Symphonique For 100 Metronomes, Janis Joplin fined for obscene language, Vivaldi born, Swan Lake and Romeo and Juliet (Tchaikovsky) premiered, Bad...
2021-03-04
1h 11
TXST Choirs Today!
Season 3, Episode 2 - Dr. Deb Confredo, Temple University
Recorded from the floor of the 2020 TMEA Convention, Temple University professor Dr. Deb Confredo speaks with Dr. Babcock about the future of music education including technology in the classroom and the new world of remote teaching.
2021-02-25
36 min
TRILLOQUY
Opus 89 - Natural Wonder
Racial equity in "classical" music culture extends far beyond the world of performance! James Bennett II does his part as a staff writer at New York City's WQXR-FM, and joins the guys to talk about his job, the power of the pen, and how he reacts to today's social ecosystem as a content creator. Scott reacts to Regina King's "One Night in Miami" and celebrates composer Stevie Wonder, while Garrett engages the "trill" nature of the Black content of decades past. Playlist: Toshio Mashima - "The Snowy River" Sam Cooke - "(What A) Wonderful World" perf. Leslie Odom Jr. - "...
2021-02-24
1h 45
Classically Black Podcast
Bassoongate | Episode 120
IN THIS EPISODE unCLASSIFIED Hues of Music: Black Voices playlist: https://naxos.lnk.to/BlackVoices Learn more at: www.unclassified.com Donate to ISBM! https://fundraising.fracturedatlas.org/international-society-of-black-musicians Check out our website: https://www.isblackmusicians.com UT Knoxville Call for Scores https://www.newmusicengine.org/categories/Celebrate-Diversity-in-String-Music/index.html?fbclid=IwAR3cln4P5SGaU_7O73Pgnq_NKaEYgqcdN6Lz6qbXOggFK_paGs7rT8US8o8 NEA Appointments https://www.arts.gov/about/news/2021/national-endowment-arts-announces-biden-harris-appointees Umoja Flute Institute https://www.ufinstitute.com TMEA Tweet https://twitter.com/namehere96/status/1360303599511773184?s=12 Black Excellence: Marie A. Douglas Marie’s website: https://www.marieadouglas.com Pi...
2021-02-22
1h 23
The Score
Ep. 52- Music Ed Gatekeeping: Knockin' Doors Down
Send us a textIn this week's episode, Eric and Justin talk about the gates and walls put up to keep and push our students away from the great opportunity of music ed. Eric and Justin review a post/clinic from this past TMEA convention and what it sparked in the minds of music educators across all streams. What does it really mean to knock down doors and liberate students with including and excluding for different exterior circumstances? Please listen in and glean what could be helpful to where you are and what could be hindering you...
2021-02-22
52 min
Artifice
Ep. 90: Michelle Flowers
Michelle Flowers is an avid trombonist who has performed nationally and internationally in the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Switzerland, Austria, and Germany with a wide variety of ensembles ranging from opera and musical theater orchestras to jazz ensembles to a circus band. Dr. Flowers’ ground-breaking research on self-handicapping among the musician population has led her to be a stand-out in the field of music and medicine. She has presented her findings on several platforms, including the Performing Arts and Medicine Association International Symposium in Aspen, CO (2017), the International Brass Women’s Conference in Phoenix, AZ (2019), the International Trombone Festival in Munc...
2021-02-16
1h 20
The Brenthurst Foundation Podcast
The elephant in the room: Can AfCFTA work? An interview with TMEA CEO Frank Matsaert
The potential benefits of the AfCFTA are endless and many have called it a 'game changer', 'revolutionary and 'Africa's next biggest break'. Join in on a conversation between The Brenthurst Foundation's Marie-Noelle Nwokolo and CEO of TradeMark East Africa, Frank Matsaert, on the lessons from years of regional trade facilitation procedures, the necessity of intra-continental trade, and what the priorities need to be for policy makers, private sector and civil society in the current rounds of trade negotiation and facilitation. Join the conversation on: Twitter - @BrenthurstF / Facebook - @BrenthurstFoundation / Instagram - @brenthurstfoundation
2021-02-10
33 min
The Band Director's Survival Guide Podcast
Ep. 7 - Dr. Brad Meyer and Juan Ramirez - On Holistic Health and Wellness for Musicians and Educators
Juan, Brad, and Melissa will be presenting on Holistic Health at TMEA February 12 at 7 PM CST About Dr. Brad Meyer: Dr. Brad Meyer (www.Brad-Meyer.com) is a percussion educator, artist, and composer with an extensive and diverse background. Currently, Meyer is the Associate Professor of Percussion at Stephen F. Austin State University (Nacogdoches, TX) where he is the private lesson teacher and director of the percussion ensemble. Meyer frequently tours universities and high schools both nationally and internationally to present recitals, workshops, masterclasses, and clinics on various topics. His international performances and clinics have...
2021-02-01
1h 09
Preaching to the Choir
Mason Barlow - TEXAS
"The stars at night are big and bright..." Welcome to TEXAS this show choir Saturday! Mason Barlow is the head director at Arlington High School in Arlington, TX and has leads one of the original competitive ensembles in the Lone Star State. Mason and Jen discuss Texas choral music (TMEA, TCDA, All-State) as well as the Texas show choir scene and how it's grown in the last decade. This is a GREAT episode to listen to if you're thinking of starting a competitive group, but are on the fence. Mason will talk you i...
2021-01-30
1h 03
The Choir Director Corner Podcast
012. Working with Middle School Voices--Interview with Maurice Burgess
One of the most challenging aspects of being a choir director is working with middle school voices. It's challenging for a variety of reasons: not only do you have such a wide variety of voices to work with, those voices are constantly changing. You then have to help all of your individual singers, and then try to bring them into one cohesive ensemble.Because of all of the different challenges involved with working with middle school voices, I enlisted the help of a fantastic middle school director, Maurice Burgess. I first got to know Maurice online, and the...
2020-12-03
1h 19
Everything Band Podcast
Susan L. Smith
Susan L. Smith has taught general, choral, and instrumental music at the elementary through collegiate level in Florida, Virginia and Alabama and has served as an author, clinician, conductor, and adjudicator across the United States Topics: Susan's early career and education, including the lessons she learned from her mother, who was a high school band director in Virginia. The importance of teaching the students who are in front of you, especially now when everything is so uncertain from the Coronavirus Pandemic. Servant leadership and putting others before yourself as a teacher. Setting goals, exercise challenges, and...
2020-11-02
1h 09
With One Accord
Education Spotlight | Chorally, Clinically Proven
Arts education enthusiast April Harris speaks with Georgia State University’s Dr. Deanna Joseph and the University of North Texas’ Dr. Kristina Caswell MacMullen, on what makes a successful choral clinic and the current intricacies of adapting choral music education for an ever-evolving school year. *Fun Facts: Dr. Joseph will be a guest clinician at the 2020-21 TMEA conference next year; Dr. MacMullen was the guest clinician at Houston Chamber Choir’s Hear the Future Choral Clinic in January 2020.
2020-09-25
36 min
Everything Band Podcast
Daniel Morrison
Daniel Morrison is the Director of Bands at Ronald Reagan High School in San Antonio, Texas where he and the the bands under his direction have performed at the Midwest Clinic, marched in both the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and the Rose Parade, and been consistent Bands of America Regional, Super Regional and Grand National Finalists. Topics: Daniel's background growing up in suburban Chicago as the son of a very successful high school band director. The story of how Dan ended up graduating from the University of Illinois and getting a band director position in Texas...
2020-08-24
59 min
Everything Band Podcast
Eric Jimenez
Eric Jimenez is a co-host of The Score podcast and assistant band director at Prairie View A&M University. He joins the show for an exceptional conversation about his career, being a Latino band director, and ways that we can create more culturally responsive classrooms. Topics: The score podcast and the story of Eric's music journey, including the story of being a student at Prairie View A & M, the HBCU traditions, and his early career as a band director. Band director turnover in Title 1 schools and some advice for teachers. Eric's decision to leave high school...
2020-07-27
1h 46
The Danpodcast
hodgePODge Week Of July 5th
Lots of convention and audition information to catch up with PASIC, Midwest Clinic, and TMEA Auditions! Also, I’ll talk about why July 10th could make or break the possibility of a Fall 2020 Season.
2020-07-06
16 min
Charlie’sPodcast
Choir difficulties.
TMEA can be hard for many people. Either by not getting in or by people getting in your nerves. I explain two different stories having been related to some hate I’ve gotten over two of my high school years. And have given some incoming freshmen and current freshmen some tips and options on the TMEA choir rounds :) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
2020-05-04
11 min
Charlie’sPodcast
All state confusion!?!
In this podcast I describe sort of the details of what it’s like to be in an all state choir(TMEA) *uploads every (Sat) 5am* --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
2020-05-02
09 min
TXST Choirs Today!
Dawn Reinhuber & Brigitte Smith, Directors of the San Marcos HS Men's Choir
TMEA 2020 EDITION: Dawn Reinhuber & Brigitte Smith, directors of the San Marcos HS Men's Choir. The Choir had the honor of performing at this year's convention, and we took a little of their time at the convention to talk about their performance.
2020-03-24
14 min
The BioMedWire Podcast
Cause for Calm as Coronavirus Chaos Continues | CryptoCurrencyWire on The Wild West Crypto Show | Episode 101
First up was the news that Crypto Briefing has announced a partnership with CoinMarketCap, which will lead to the inclusion of Crypto Briefing’s SIMETRI digital asset ratings on CoinMarketCap (http://ccw.fm/7p2X4). The SIMETRI service provides institutional-grade research, including in-depth fundamental analysis and unbiased, detailed insights into cryptocurrency projects. Each reviewed project receives an investment grade aimed at guiding portfolio decisions. The service, already available on CoinGecko and Binance, will now be accessible to tens of millions of retail investors with its incorporation on CoinMarketCap. Another promising partnership is the one between the IOTA Fou...
2020-03-20
06 min
The Brass Junkies
TBJ133: Christopher Bill on his amazing and amazingly powerful guide to remote music education. And bidets.
TBJ133: Christopher Bill on his amazing and amazingly powerful guide to remote music education. And bidets. Christopher is back for another interview with a deep dive discussion of how to learn and teach in the age of social isolation. To save you some scrolling, here's a link to the oft-mentioned documents: Christopher's guide to remote music education Christopher's multitrack editing 101 document From his bio: Christopher is best known as the most subscribed brass musician on YouTube. He's a trombonist, singer, and multi-instrumentalist based outside of NYC. Christopher's YouTube Channel of all-trombone...
2020-03-17
1h 11
TXST Choirs Today!
Dr. Robert Horton, Past-President TMEA
TMEA 2020 EDITION - Dr. Bob Horton, Past-President TMEA
2020-03-13
24 min
The Orchestra Teacher Podcast
Interview with Karel Butz, Beckendorff Junior High School, Katy, TX
Karel Butz is the Head Orchestra Director at Beckendorff Junior High School in Katy, Texas. He previously taught orchestra in the Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District (Houston, Texas) and Carmel Clay Schools (Carmel, Indiana) in addition to serving as adjunct violin faculty at Purdue University. His orchestras have performed at the Midwest Clinic and are consistent UIL Sweepstakes Winners, Texas Honor Orchestra State Finalists, and National Honor Orchestra Winners in the Foundation for Music Education Mark of Excellence Competition. Under his direction, the Beckendorff Honor Orchestra was named the 2019 Texas State Honor Orchestra and 2019 Houston Cup Winner. He is a frequ...
2020-03-01
44 min
The Danpodcast
hodgePODge Week Of February 16th
Back in the saddle again after a week off! Let's go over TMEA happenings, my appearance on the Sketchbook Podcast, and all the contests going on at winter guard circuits all across the State of Texas!
2020-02-19
15 min
The Score
Ep. 25- Live at TMEA: Identity in Music Education
Send us a textIn this weeks episode Eric and Justin had the great privilege of recording The Score live at TMEA 2020. Eric and a Justin along with an established panel of guest further discussed the importance of identity in music education. The experiences in our individual lives and how we are intentional with those concepts in our respective fields as college professor, band , choral and elementary music teachers. Tune in and enjoy this episode at the granddaddy of them all TMEA 2020. Connect with us Facebook, Twitter & Instagram:@podthescore;podthescore@gmail.com;T...
2020-02-17
56 min
Friendship State of Mind
TMEA 100 | S1 Ep 13
Happy TMEA Week to all of our music educators in the Lone Star State! Come and hang out with Amanda and music director in Chapel Hill, Emily Boren as they discuss all things choir, band, orchestra, and music with the Texas Music Educators Association! Celebrating 100 years of excellence, friendship, and passion, this episode is dedicated to all teachers who give their lives every day to better our future generations. Even if music isn’t your thing, we promise you’ll still be highly entertained and learn so much about Texas fine arts, the importance of the fine arts elective, and how...
2020-02-10
42 min
The Danpodcast
hodgePODge Week Of February 2nd
More salsita recapping WGI "San Antonio", previewing WGI Dallas AND Houston, TMEA talk/teasing, and slight commentary on the BOA Application Postmark!
2020-02-07
12 min
The Danpodcast
hodgePODge Week Of January 19th
How about some news and notes about TMEA All-State, Boston Crusaders Brass Clinic, DCI Rules Congress, and the beginning of Winterguard season???
2020-01-22
12 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education
84- Combining Orff and Kodaly and teaching upper elementary and middle school music with Jessica Grant
Today's podcast episode with Jessica Grant is about two topics that she is both knowledgeable and passionate about... combining the Orff and Kodaly approaches and teaching music to upper elementary and middle school students. Jessica Grant is the middle school music specialist at Good Shepherd Episcopal School in Dallas, Texas. She taught fourteen years as an elementary public school music specialist prior to teaching middle school students for the past four years. She has taken Dalcroze classes, is certified in Orff Schulwerk, and completed Kodaly Level III this past summer. Jessica earned her Bachelor of Musi...
2020-01-22
53 min
Cub Nation Station
Benefits and Opportunities of Choir with Amanda Seymour, Choir Director
Q. What choir classes are currently offered at Brenham ISD?A. There are currently have 4 different ensembles that students can be involved in at Brenham ISD. There is a 7th-grade choir and the 8th-grade choir at Brenham Junior High and at Brenham High School students may participate in Cub Choir, Women’s Chorus and Varsity Chorale.Q. What are some of the benefits and opportunities that being in choir offers?A. Studies have shown that students who are engaged in music programs outperform their peers on many different levels including grade-point average, graduation ra...
2019-12-11
06 min
The Orchestra Teacher Podcast
Interview with Dr. Blair Williams, Texas Tech University
Dr. Blair Williams (PhD, The Ohio State University, MM, Kansas State University, BME, Baylor University) is an Assistant Professor of String Music Education in the School of Music at Texas Tech University. Her duties at Texas Tech include supervising string student teachers, teaching courses in string music education, instruction in instrumental/orchestral conducting, and directing the Texas Tech University String Project. During the summers, Dr. Williams is active with the TTU Summer Master of Music Education program, the TTU Band and Orchestra Camp Academy for beginning students, and the TTU Band and Orchestra Camp. Additionally, s...
2019-12-06
36 min
Directors Circle
Frank Battisti
In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Mr. Frank Battisti about his views on music and music education. Known affectionately to many of his students as "Mr. B", Battisti has led a prolific career as an educator at Ithaca High School (NY) and the New England Conservatory. Bonus features of this episode include ideas on the importance of music to the human experience and a remarkable story of an impromptu performance featuring Benny Goodman playing a student's clarinet. Topics include: (03:02) Battisti talks about his life and professional background (05:19) Th...
2019-11-26
1h 07
Everything Band Podcast
William Owens
William Owens is a composer and music educator with over 200 works for band and 30 years of teaching experience. Topics: Willie's background growing up in Gary, Indiana and the high school band teacher who changed his life. The story of how Willie ended up moving from Chicago to Brownsville, Texas and how that ended up shaping his entire career. How Willie got his start as a composer through arranging marching band music for a friend and how that grew into his terrific success as a composer. Willie's association with TRN Music and the difficult decision to move...
2019-10-14
1h 06
Everything Band Podcast
Darcy Vogt Williams
Darcy Vogt Williams is the head band director at Stiles Middle School in Leander, Texas. She is also a host of the After Sectionals podcast and the author or co-author of three books on education: Count Me In, Teaching Rhythm Logically and Pacing for Success: Beginner Band. Topics: Darcy's superhero origin story as the daughter of two musicians who went to college to be an architect before discovering that music was her true calling. Teaching Rhythm Logically Darcy's relationship with her father who was also her high school band director and the importance of making each...
2019-09-23
1h 15
How To Teach Music with Jessica Grant
E043 Kindergarten and Kodály with Lauren Bain
Lauren Bain will be sharing about how we can work with our young kindergarten students using the Kodály approach and we’ll talk through a lesson example of using the comparatives of high and low. Lauren Bain teaches K-5 elementary music at Carl Schurz Elementary in New Braunfels. She earned a Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance and Music Education from Trinity University in San Antonio. She also holds a Master of Arts in Teaching from Trinity University. Lauren received her Kodály certification from Texas State University, and her Orff-Schulwerk certification from Trinity University. She was...
2019-09-10
23 min
How To Teach Music with Jessica Grant
E042 ESL and Kodály with Lauren Bain
Lauren Bain will be sharing about how the Kodály approach can help us guide our ESL students towards musical learning and why Kodály is a wonderful approach for all learners! Lauren Bain teaches K-5 elementary music at Carl Schurz Elementary in New Braunfels. She earned a B.M. in Piano Performance and Music Education from Trinity University in San Antonio. She also holds a Master of Arts in Teaching from Trinity University. Lauren received her Kodály certification from Texas State University, and her Orff-Schulwerk certification from Trinity University. She was named the New Braunfels ISD...
2019-09-10
24 min
Everything Band Podcast
John Denis
John Denis is an Assistant Professor of Music Education at Texas State University. He has 8 years of teaching experience as a high school and middle school band director in Texas and is the host of the Program Notes: The Beginning Band Director Podcast. Topics: John's background growing up West of Fort Worth and thoughts about why he became a teacher. Some advice for young teachers who might be discouraged or burnt out in their first years of teaching. The music education program at Texas State University. Best practices for classroom management and a serious in-depth discussion...
2019-06-03
1h 19
How To Teach Music with Jessica Grant
E023 Part II: Orff in the Children's Church Choir with Darla Meek
Darla Meek shares how we can implement the Orff approach with our children's church choirs. You'll hear how to use scripture and hymns as a guide to creating movement, speech, instrumental, and vocal pieces. Darla Meek is the Music Education Coordinator and Lecturer at Texas A&M University in Commerce. She teaches undergraduate and graduate elementary music education classes and supervises student teachers. She earned her Bachelor of Music Education from Dallas Baptist University and her Master of Music from Southern Methodist University. Darla also earned a Performer’s Certificate from the Performing Artist’s Musical Theatre Conserva...
2019-05-28
21 min
How To Teach Music with Jessica Grant
E023 Part I: Darla Meek
Darla Meek shares about the Kodaly and Orff approaches as well as how we can use recorders with our students. Darla Meek is the Music Education Coordinator and Lecturer at Texas A&M University in Commerce. She teaches undergraduate and graduate elementary music education classes and supervises student teachers. She earned her Bachelor of Music Education from Dallas Baptist University and her Master of Music from Southern Methodist University. Darla also earned a Performer’s Certificate from the Performing Artist’s Musical Theatre Conservatory in Dallas. She is currently working toward her Doctor of Education in Supervision, Curricu...
2019-05-28
41 min
Program Notes: The Band Director Podcast
Episode 40: Recruitment and Retention - Part 2
This episode is a live recording of a clinic presented by Dr. Marta Frey-Clark and myself at TMEA 2019. In this presentation we discuss both general theories underlying recruitment and retention as well as specific strategies to help directors grow their programs. ©2019 John M. Denis
2019-05-10
33 min
How To Teach Music with Jessica Grant
E019 Early Childhood Music with Jennifer Ross
Jennifer Ross shares ideas for making music with your Pre-K through Kindergarten students. We talk about classroom management, First Steps of Music, and how to put together musical programs based on the musical learning that occurs in your classroom. Based on John Feierabend's First Steps of Music Curriculum, Jennifer's goal is to help students to become tuneful, beatful, and artful. Jennifer Ross is the Early Childhood Music Teacher at Good Shepherd Episcopal School in Dallas, Texas. She has been teaching for 14 years in public and private settings. She graduated from the University of North Texas where she earn...
2019-04-30
43 min
Program Notes: The Band Director Podcast
Episode 39: Recruitment and Retention - Part 1
This episode is a live recording of a clinic presented by Dr. Marta Frey-Clark and myself at TMEA 2019. In this presentation we discuss both general theories underlying recruitment and retention as well as specific strategies to help directors grow their programs. Slides can be found on http://programnotespodcast.com/2019/04/25/episode-39-recruitment-and-retention-part-1/ ©2019 John M. Denis
2019-04-25
24 min
UkeStuff Podcast
A Visit with Andy Ramos at TMEA
Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast Episode 14!In this episode of the Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast, Chris visits with Andy Ramos at the end of the day on Friday of the TMEA convention–in very poor lighting conditions. Andy and Chris share a lot of video techniques in common, so this podcast talks about the things they do differently.Andy is a middle school music teacher who currently has over 170 videos on YouTube, and is the co-administrator of the Ukulele Video Play Along Group on Facebook. You can find Andy’s YouTube play alon...
2019-03-05
00 min
UkeStuff Podcast
A Visit with Andy Ramos at TMEA
Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast Episode 14!In this episode of the Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast, Chris visits with Andy Ramos at the end of the day on Friday of the TMEA convention–in very poor lighting conditions. Andy and Chris share a lot of video techniques in common, so this podcast talks about the things they do differently.Andy is a middle school music teacher who currently has over 170 videos on YouTube, and is the co-administrator of the Ukulele Video Play Along Group on Facebook. You can find Andy’s YouTube play alon...
2019-03-05
00 min
Pursuit of Music Podcast
Pursuit of Music Podcast Ep. 2 - "Back from TMEA"
In this episode, Michael and Ben dig into their "why" behind Pursuit of Music. The episode closes with an analysis of Richard Strauss's tone poem, "Don Juan"!
2019-02-22
44 min
UkeStuff Podcast
A Visit with Kris Gilbert at TMEA
Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast Episode 13!In this episode of the Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast, Chris Russell talks with Kris Gilbert, another music educator and creator of play along videos. Kris follows the approach of Little Kids Rock, and talks about how her program, how she creates play along videos, and other pedagogical tips. The podcast was recorded at the TMEA (Texas) conference in a room between two other rooms where there were other sessions being held, resulting in a noisy background. You can find Kris’ videos by searching “Kris Gilbert Ukulele” on YouTube, or by vi...
2019-02-22
00 min
UkeStuff Podcast
A Visit with Kris Gilbert at TMEA
Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast Episode 13!In this episode of the Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast, Chris Russell talks with Kris Gilbert, another music educator and creator of play along videos. Kris follows the approach of Little Kids Rock, and talks about how her program, how she creates play along videos, and other pedagogical tips. The podcast was recorded at the TMEA (Texas) conference in a room between two other rooms where there were other sessions being held, resulting in a noisy background. You can find Kris’ videos by searching “Kris Gilbert Ukulele” on YouTube, or by vi...
2019-02-22
00 min
Cuarto Intermedio
Los orígenes de la violencia en el fútbol argentino
La violencia en el fútbol se ha vuelto un problema muy grand en la Argentina. El año pasado, el Gobierno envió a la Cámara de Diputados un proyecto de ley que agrava las penas de los delitos que se cometen en los espectáculos futbolísticos, pero el mismo no fue aprobado y deberá ser tratado a partir del primero de marzo de este año. En Cuarto Intermedio, Mariano Castro y Florencia Corregido dialogan con Gerardo Milman, jefe de Gabinete del Ministerio de Seguridad, y con el periodista Gustavo Grabia para conocer...
2019-02-17
27 min
The Anacrusic Podcast
TAP 035: Orff-Schulwerk with Michael Chandler
Today on the podcast, I’m talking with my good friend, Michael Chandler all about Orff-Schulwerk. I first met Michael when he was my Level 1 recorder teacher at the Orff-Schulwerk Certification Course at Southern Methodist University. I can’t say enough wonderful things about Michael as a brilliant musician, thoughtful pedagog, and just a genuine human being. I hope you enjoy our conversation about music and music education as much as I did! Originally from McKenzie, Tennessee, Michael Chandler taught music and movement to elementary school children in Texas public schools for 16 years, most...
2018-12-20
1h 09
TXST Choirs Today!
Derrick Brookins, Vice President & Vocal Chairman, TMEA
Derrick Brookins discusses his time working with Moses Hogan as well as his work with TMEA.
2018-12-13
36 min
Project Based Learning In Practice
Teacher as Learner: Leading a PBL School and helping teachers reimagine the student experience!
Join us as we hear from Brandon Johnson, a proven PBL School Leader as we discuss the ups and downs of leading a wall-to-wall PBL School! He talks about how to get your staff to rally around a 'common language' and flip the learning experience during Professional Development. Brandon has been named a distinguished administrator by the TMEA and is a Top 25 STEAM educator to follow on Twitter... so follow him for more great tips ! @bjohnsonedu, https://bjohnsonedu.com
2018-11-27
22 min
Everything Band Podcast
Kevin Day
Kevin Day is currently a student at Texas Christian University where he studies tuba, composes, and plays jazz piano. His recent works for band have been generating a great deal of buzz and he joins me to talk about his music and the beginning of what looks to be an exciting career. Topics: Being a part of John Mackey's booth at the Midwest Clinic and the story of how his piece Rocket Ship! came to be a part of Julie Giroux's honor band rotation. Growing up with two musical parents, singing in choir, and playing drums...
2018-04-23
43 min
The Music Tech Teacher Podcast
MTT51 Synths, Scratch and Virtual Choirs with Zach Gates
In this episode I catch up with Zachary Gates - a young music teacher I met at the Texas Music Educators’ Association (TMEA) convention that I attended in February this year. Although Zach has only been teaching for a couple of years, he presented some
2018-04-11
59 min
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 011 by VARIOUS
Horn Notes 25: What's New in Horn from TMEA 2018, and More
Guests for this episode of the Horn Notes Podcast are Derek Wright of Houghton Horns, talking about new products seen at TMEA 2018 (BAM cases, Verus mouthpieces and horns), and Warren Gref, formerly of the San Diego Symphony, with ideas to improve musicality and accuracy on the horn. In addition, host John Ericson presents a tip on low range production. Length 25:28.
2018-02-23
25 min
Horn Notes Podcast
Horn Notes 25: What's New in Horn from TMEA 2018, and More
Guests for this episode of the Horn Notes Podcast are Derek Wright of Houghton Horns, talking about new products seen at TMEA 2018 (BAM cases, Verus mouthpieces and horns), and Warren Gref, formerly of the San Diego Symphony, with ideas to improve musicality and accuracy on the horn. In addition, host John Ericson presents a tip on low range production. Length 25:28.
2018-02-23
25 min
FundingThePerformingArtsPodcast
Ep 205 - Adventures in TX and TMEA
In this episode I chronicle TMEA's annual conference - what was learned and what FansRaise contributed.We made mention to the talk that Chris Magonigal and I presented as part of our break-out session on "How to Leverage Crowdfunding as a Team-Building Asset". The dialogue went very well, and we captured the process used by Genesis Drum & Bugle Corps in a Success Story that you can download here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2018-02-22
20 min
Everything Band Podcast
Daniel Montoya Jr.
Texas composer Daniel Montoya Jr. joins me on the eve of TMEA 2018 to discuss his career as a composer and share his opinions on a variety of topics, including writing for marching bands and why sometimes it is better to not talk too much! Topics: Daniel's background, growing up in the Texas band tradition, and the story of his humorous biography. The inspiration behind Daniel's early efforts as a composer and how relationships he built over time led to early success as a published composer of percussion music and eventually to his current career as a...
2018-02-12
56 min
Productive Q Podcast
#011 | The Power of Determination
Quamon talks about his trip to TMEA representing Tenor Madness horns, his new CD release, Forever, and the power of determination.
2017-02-13
24 min