AS 219 : Using the Beginner Book
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In this episode we talk about how we utilize the beginner book in our classes.
AS 218 : Concert F
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We dedicate this episode to the almighty Concert F.
AS 214 : Beginner Fundamentals Timeline
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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
AS 208 : Best Practices
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In this episode we talk about some easy tools you can instantly employ in your own band hall.
AS 206 : Do’s and Don’ts From the Podium
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In this episode we talk about some of the specific do’s and don’ts of the band hall. Much of this episode is about how you present yourself to the kids.
AS 204 : SLOW is the word
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Slow is the only word we can accurately use to describe the pace of our beginner classes currently. And that’s okay.
AS 203 : So, it’s NOT working…
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In this episode, we talk about one of our major program overhauls that is NOT working…
AS 137 : Teaching Rhythm Logically
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This episode is a podcast edition of our 2016 TMEA clinic entitled “Teaching Rhythm Logically”. If you are interested in this method of teaching rhythm, you can find out more at TeachingRhythmLogically.com.
AS 133 – Major vs Minor
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In this episode Darcy talks about how she teaches the concept of major vs. minor to the beginner classes ready to handle that concept, and then the ranting begins.
AS 129 – Tuner Work
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In this episode we talk about sight-reading nerves, The Power of Vulnerability, and how we are using tuners in our classes on a daily basis.
AS 127 : Planning
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In this episode, we take a few minutes to rant… and THEN we talk about how we plan for the week ahead with beginners and our band.
A picture of Darcy’s “List that Leads to Life” can be found on the After Sectionals Facebook page.
AS 126 : This Time of Year…
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In this episode, Darcy and Jenna talk about the frustrations that come with “this time of year” and techniques they are using to clean their bands.
AS 124 : Success Through Accountability
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This episode is a recording of our TMEA 2017 clinic entitled Success Through Accountability. We talk about specific methods we use to approach accountability with our own kids and how individual skill leads to program success. You can find the YouTube video from the actual presentation below.
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AS 123 : Flute Class Jan 2017
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This episode is another direct window into Darcy’s flute/double reed class from January 2017. This class works:
- flexibility
- scales
- changing vibrato
- staccato
AS 114 – Flute Class October 2016
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This episode is a direct window into a beginner flute class.
AS 112 : Fall Concert 2016
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In this episode we talk about our Fall Concert from Thursday, October 13th.
Concert Band
- Majestica – Balmages
- Two Minute Symphony – Del Borgo
Symphonic Band
- Let Freedom Ring
- Adrenaline Engines – Standridge
Honors Band
- Runaway Circus Train – Erik Morales
- Encanto – RW Smith
AS 110 : Do Your Beginners LOVE Band
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In this episode we talk about how daily pacing helps your beginners love band.
AS 101 : Summer Band Brass Sectional
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In this episode, the Honors Band brass has a large group sectional during the first week of summer band focusing on tone fundamentals.