Tim, Mark, and Olivia give final thoughts and wrap up the “How To: Middle School Percussion” series. Special thanks to Professor Mark Lortz for giving his time and expertise. Please visit his website, marklortz.com

Tim and Mark discuss the importance of timpani in the percussion section, even with beginners.

Tim and Mark discuss what to do when you have way to many percussionists in the section.

Tim and Mark discuss strategies to implement when there are not enough percussionists to cover all of the parts.

Tim and Mark discuss why it is so important to insist on proper technique on every percussion instrument.

Tim and Mark discuss the importance of being a well rounded percussionist, not just a drummer.

Tim and Mark discuss how to keep the percussion section organized, and how to make sure each member of the section gets equal playing time on each percussion instrument.

Tim and Mark discuss the importance of including the percussion section in the warm up and how to engage the section right from the very beginning of the rehearsal.

Tim and Mark discuss the different ways to start beginner percussion and which ways work best.

We kick off our first “How To” series with Middle School Percussion. Professor Mark Lortz, Stevenson University, joins us and shares his his expertise. For more info about Dr. Lortz, visit his website, marklortz.com

Tim and Olivia talk with Joey Montes, marching band show designer, about how high schools are handling outdoor and indoor rehearsals, as well as creative performance ideas, all while adhering to social distancing protocols.

Tim explains what happens when your audio recording is bad and you don’t have time to re-record the episode. We hope you don’t break up with us. After all, it’s 2020, the gift that keeps on giving!

Tim and Olivia speak with middle school band director Becky Mercer, and find out how she organizes her remote learning rehearsals.

Tim talks about 3 of the most important traits of a band teacher, being organized, prepared, and flexible, especially in the face of remote learning and lagging WiFi.

Tim and Olivia talk to Paula Hales, Band Director at Archer Lodge Middle School, about her plan to teach her 6th grade beginner band during 100% remote learning.

Tim and Olivia listen to Melissa Sevigny talk about how she will teach her middle school band while being 100% remote learning. Don’t forget to hit us up at anchor.fm/Tim-Besel Also, check out Virtual Band Consortium at hyltonmusicdesign.com

Tim and Olivia discuss how they are going to structure their high school band classes in the 100% remote learning environment. Hit us up at anchor.fm/Tim-Besel Also, check out Virtual Band Consortium at hyltonmusicdesign.com

Tim and Olivia speak with Aaron Snipes, Head Band Director at Braswell High School in Aubrey, Texas about the protocols his band put in place to keep students safe at band camp during the Coronavirus Pandemic. For more info, you can contact Mr. Snipes at asnipes@dentonisd.org

Tim and Olivia speak with Aaron Snipes, Head Band Director at Braswell High School in Aubrey, Texas about the protocols his band put in place to keep students safe at band camp during the Coronavirus Pandemic. For more info, you can contact Mr. Snipes at asnipes@dentonisd.org

Tim and Olivia answer a question from listener Karen, about how to get your kids to practice at home. To leave a voice message, question, or comment, visit anchor.fm/Tim-besel

We talk with middle school band director Paul Black about the first year of band. We discuss creating a great foundation, as well as what the students need to know, and when they need to know it.

We talk with middle school band director Paul Black about the first year of band. We discuss creating a great foundation, as well as what the students need to know, and when they need to know it.

We talk with middle school band director Paul Black about the first year of band. We discuss creating a great foundation, as well as what the students need to know, and when they need to know it.

Tim and Olivia finally get around to introducing themselves!

Tim and Olivia finish their conversation with Paula Hales about National Boards. Find more info at nbpts.org

The following conversation takes place over two episodes. Tim and Olivia discuss National Board Certification with guest Paula Hales. Paula is a National Board Certified band director as well as a scorer for the National Boards. Find more info at nbpts.org

Tim and Olivia discuss the importance of communicating with students, parents, and administration. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure!

Tim and Olivia discuss teaching band during the Coronavirus pandemic with middle school band Director KJ Stafford.

Tim and Olivia discuss creating networks with other band directors to help you in your first year of teaching.