After Sectionals

In this episode Darcy and Jenna talk about the impact mentors can have on your career and choosing wisely. The post AS 308 : Mentors appeared first on after sectionals.

In this episode we talk about sight reading, particularly when utilized in a contest. A caveat before you listen: we are purposely playing devil’s advocate with this topic. The post AS 307 : Fight Me – Sight Reading appeared first on after sectionals.

In this episode we talk about some of the above and beyond activities that help our 8th graders love band. The post AS 306 : Making 8th Graders Love Band appeared first on after sectionals.

This is the audio from our TBA clinic entitled Success Without Self-Sacrifice. The post AS 305 : Success Without Self-Sacrifice – Work/Home Life Balance appeared first on after sectionals.

In this episode Darcy, Jenna, and Alex take and discuss the Enneagram Personality Test. Darcy’s Top 3 Achiever Challenger Reformer and at the very bottom… Peacemaker Jenna’s Top 3 Achiever Helper Loyalist and at the very bottom… Individualist Alex’s Top 3 Enthusiast Achiever Helper and at the very bottom…   The post AS304 : Enneagrams! appeared first on after sectionals.

In this episode we talk about our goals for the year and soggy pancakes. The post AS 303 : Goals for the Year appeared first on after sectionals.

In this episode we talk about our first years teaching. The post AS 302 : Our First Year appeared first on after sectionals.

In this episode Robert Herrings talks with Darcy about how to maximize your student teaching experience. The post AS 301 – Student Teaching appeared first on after sectionals.

In our last official episode of season 3, Darcy comes back for band auditions and talks about how the semester went with her on maternity leave. The post AS 220 : Guess Who’s Back appeared first on after sectionals.

In this episode we talk about how we utilize the beginner book in our classes. The post AS 219 : Using the Beginner Book appeared first on after sectionals.

We dedicate this episode to the almighty Concert F. The post AS 218 : Concert F appeared first on after sectionals.

In this episode we talk about the point of solo and ensemble and considerations for choosing literature. The post AS 217 : Solo and Ensemble – What is the Point appeared first on after sectionals.

In this episode we talk about what MUST be in place first before you can be “mean” plus Alex’s UIL recap. The post AS 216 – How to Be “Mean” appeared first on after sectionals.

In this episode we talk about how to handle unprepared students. The post AS 215 – Handling the Unprepared appeared first on after sectionals.

In this episode we talk about what beginner fundamentals we are focusing on this semester and planning when to approach them with each of our classes. Fundamentals to be addressed: scales dynamics staccato legato vibrato tuning trombone slurs Remingtons enharmonics new rule (stagger breathing) range extension recognizing keys 2 count breaths The post AS 214 : Beginner Fundamentals Timeline appeared first on after sectionals.

In this episode we talk about things you can do with your band classes while you are gone to things like TMEA. The post AS 213 : While We’re at TMEA… appeared first on after sectionals.

In this NON-BAND episode we talk about the importance of setting personal goals in addition to those for your band. The post AS 212 : Personal Goals appeared first on after sectionals.

In this episode we talk about recognizing the need for and implementing a change of course. The post AS 211 – Change of Course appeared first on after sectionals.

In this episode we talk discuss creating a healthy non-varsity band culture and easy tips for literacy. The post AS 210 : Non-Varsity Band Culture & Literacy appeared first on after sectionals.

In this episode we talk about some easy tools you can instantly employ in your own band hall. The post AS 208 : Best Practices appeared first on after sectionals.