Ep. 20 - Tell, Don't Ask. How To Raise The Bar In Your Rehearsals.
"The best we can do for them (students) is to insist on having the thing done right because they're capable and it's our job to shine a light on that, on the path towards something that is better than...
16 Apr 37min
Ep. 19 - 3 Types of Timing EVERY Student Must Know
There are THREE types of timing: Spatial, Motion Based, and Rhythm Change. Distilling them down into digestible definitions that you reinforce day after day WILL make a huge difference for your studen...
26 Mars 38min
Ep. 18 - Honest PASIC Recap For Teachers & Students
PASIC is the one percussion event that reminds you why music in person matters. In this episode, we recap PASIC 2025 and past PASIC experiences—world-class performances you can feel in the room, hallw...
11 Mars 28min
Ep. 17 - Band Parents: Best Friends or Worst Enemies?
Band parents aren’t problems to manage — they’re a gold mine of support just waiting to be invited in. In Episode 17, we talk about professional communication (and why GroupMe doesn’t count), handling...
26 Feb 39min
Ep. 16 - Rule #5: Think Of The Correct Thing At The Correct Time
The fifth rule from "Master Hands" by Doug Bush. Join the Team for a discussion of what, when, and how your students should expend their mental energy. Get practical advice about how to make sure your...
29 Jan 20min
Ep. 15 - Battery & Pit Exercises: So Many Options, So Little Time!
There are a million “good” exercises… so how do you pick the right ones for your students? Doug, Patricia, and Zach break down how to build an exercise routine that actually serves the show. We talk a...
16 Jan 35min
Ep. 14 - 6 Steps To Better Beginners TODAY!
The spring semester is here and we've got six simple steps you can implement TODAY to take your beginner class to the next level! The team discuss proven strategies for classroom management, planning,...
1 Jan 42min
Ep. 13 - Drumline Camp Deep Dive!
The drumline is set and the camp is scheduled - now what?!?! Let's get in the weeds and work out every detail of your drumline camp. Set up, pacing, exercises, procedures, goals, leadership, and MORE!...
18 Dec 202536min
