After Sectionals
180 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 340 ratingsthe podcast about all things band
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AS 216 – How to Be “Mean”
March 15, 2018 16:22 - 59 minutes - 55.1 MBIn 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.
AS 215 – Handling the Unprepared
March 06, 2018 03:42 - 51 minutes - 48.2 MBIn this episode we talk about how to handle unprepared students. The post AS 215 – Handling the Unprepared appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 214 : Beginner Fundamentals Timeline
February 18, 2018 17:16 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBIn 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.
AS 213 : While We’re at TMEA…
February 03, 2018 04:23 - 52 minutes - 48.6 MBIn 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.
AS 212 : Personal Goals
January 22, 2018 00:23 - 35 minutes - 33.4 MBIn 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.
AS 211 – Change of Course
January 11, 2018 02:35 - 55 minutes - 51.6 MBIn 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.
AS 210 : Non-Varsity Band Culture & Literacy
December 18, 2017 04:26 - 1 hour - 69.4 MBIn 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.
AS 208 : Best Practices
November 10, 2017 04:15 - 46 minutes - 43.3 MBIn 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.
AS 207 : New Music
October 31, 2017 03:39 - 54 minutes - 51.1 MBIn this episode we talk frustrations, new music, rewrites, and BERPing. The post AS 207 : New Music appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 206 : Do’s and Don’ts From the Podium
October 16, 2017 02:50 - 59 minutes - 55 MBIn 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. The post AS 206 : Do’s and Don’ts From the Podium appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 205 : Revamping Objective Sheets
October 16, 2017 02:48 - 28 minutes - 27.3 MBIn this episode, Jenna and Darcy talk about the revamped objective sheets for the 2nd six weeks. The post AS 205 : Revamping Objective Sheets appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 204 : SLOW is the word
October 07, 2017 22:13 - 59 minutes - 55.6 MBSlow is the only word we can accurately use to describe the pace of our beginner classes currently. And that’s okay. The post AS 204 : SLOW is the word appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 203 : So, it’s NOT working…
September 24, 2017 20:44 - 58 minutes - 54.1 MBIn this episode, we talk about one of our major program overhauls that is NOT working… The post AS 203 : So, it’s NOT working… appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 202 – Go the F Home!
September 11, 2017 19:16 - 50 minutes - 46.9 MBIn this episode we talk about reclaiming your personal time!!! The post AS 202 – Go the F Home! appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 201 : The First Week Back
September 07, 2017 01:48 - 33 minutes - 31 MBIn this episode we (very tiredly) talk about the first week of school. The post AS 201 : The First Week Back appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 200 : The Answer Your Questions Episode
August 23, 2017 13:18 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBIn our first episode of season 3, we answer your listener questions. The post AS 200 : The Answer Your Questions Episode appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 137 : Teaching Rhythm Logically
June 21, 2017 23:39 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBThis 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. The post AS 137 : Teaching Rhythm Logically appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 136 : The End of Year Episode
June 06, 2017 01:16 - 36 minutes - 34.3 MBIn this episode, Darcy, Jenna, and Alex wrap up the year with their greatest failures and successes from 2016-2017. The post AS 136 : The End of Year Episode appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 135 : Interviews
May 19, 2017 02:45 - 1 hour - 77.2 MBIn this episode, Robert Herrings and Jason Robb join Darcy ask they talk about interviews. Know a band director getting ready to interview? Take 2 seconds to share this episode! The post AS 135 : Interviews appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 134 : Solo & Ensemble
May 11, 2017 03:44 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MBIn this episode we talk about solo and ensemble, rubrics for scoring, and the personal criticism each of us has received that has left a lasting impression on our careers. The post AS 134 : Solo & Ensemble appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 133 – Major vs Minor
May 04, 2017 03:22 - 37 minutes - 35.4 MBIn 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. The post AS 133 – Major vs Minor appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 132 – Instrument Placement
April 23, 2017 22:37 - 57 minutes - 53.3 MBBy popular request, we talk about how we design our beginner instrument placement. In this episode we cover: selling our program parent contact physical set up our process assigning instruments creating a balanced beginner program Below are the files we discuss in the episode. The post AS 132 – Instrument Placement appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 131 : John and Darcy Talk UIL
April 17, 2017 03:41 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MBIn this episode John and Darcy talk about Honors Band’s performance at UIL Concert & Sightreading from a backstage perspective. The post AS 131 : John and Darcy Talk UIL appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 130 : Overly Committed
April 11, 2017 04:06 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBIn this episode we talk about kids that are too involved to be in band… or stay in band. If you enjoy our podcast, take 2 seconds to share it with a friend or 15 seconds to review us on iTunes… Okay maybe a solid minute for the review. Your word of mouth helps band […] The post AS 130 : Overly Committed appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 129 – Tuner Work
March 28, 2017 18:05 - 41 minutes - 39.2 MBIn 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. The post AS 129 – Tuner Work appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 128 : Trombone Euphonium Sectionals
March 22, 2017 04:19 - 54 minutes - 50.4 MBThis episode of After Sectionals takes you into one of Darcy’s Honors trombone/euphonium sectionals. The post AS 128 : Trombone Euphonium Sectionals appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 127 : Planning
March 06, 2017 00:30 - 34 minutes - 32.1 MBIn 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. The post AS 127 : Planning appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 126 : This Time of Year…
February 27, 2017 03:39 - 38 minutes - 35.9 MBIn 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. The post AS 126 : This Time of Year… appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 125 : An Interview with SaulPaul
February 22, 2017 04:43 - 42 minutes - 39.6 MBIn this episode we interview musician and motivational speaker SaulPaul. You can find out more about him at his website SaulPaul.com. For information about the music careers expo, visit http://musiccareerexpo.wordpress.com The post AS 125 : An Interview with SaulPaul appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 124 : Success Through Accountability
February 15, 2017 03:48 - 54 minutes - 75.7 MBThis 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. Beginning Band Band Entry Checklist SB Entry Checklist The post AS 124 : Success Through Accountability appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 123 : Flute Class Jan 2017
February 01, 2017 04:16 - 46 minutes - 43.3 MBThis episode is another direct window into Darcy’s flute/double reed class from January 2017. This class works: flexibility scales changing vibrato staccato The post AS 123 : Flute Class Jan 2017 appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 122 : Chicken Day
January 18, 2017 04:45 - 19 minutes - 18.8 MBIn this episode we finally answer the often asked question about the chicken. The post AS 122 : Chicken Day appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 121 : Choosing Music for Your Band
January 17, 2017 04:44 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBIn this episode Alex, Jenna, and Darcy talk about what factors they consider as they choose music for their bands during contest season. Concert Band Lexington March Colliding Visions Pinnacle Symphonic Band Rough Riders In a French Garden Into the Arctic Honors Band Quality Plus Spoon River Summer Dances The post AS 121 : Choosing Music for Your Band appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 120 : New Year’s Band Resolutions
January 05, 2017 04:45 - 11 minutes - 11.6 MBIn this episode we talk about our New Year’s resolutions for BAND. The post AS 120 : New Year’s Band Resolutions appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 119 : Giving Awards
January 03, 2017 04:14 - 18 minutes - 17.9 MBIn this episode we talk about the touchy subject of recognizing students with awards. The post AS 119 : Giving Awards appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 118 : A Band Family Christmas
December 28, 2016 05:41 - 49 minutes - 46.6 MBIn this episode I spend a Christmas vacation evening talking to my family about our existence as a “band family.” The post AS 118 : A Band Family Christmas appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 117 : Interview with Brian Balmages
November 17, 2016 03:54 - 39 minutes - 37.1 MBIn this episode we interview world renown composer and conductor Brian Balmages. If you would like to contribute to Brian’s GoFundMe “A Solitary Wish” campaign, you may do so by following this link. The post AS 117 : Interview with Brian Balmages appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 116 – District Band and Stuff
November 14, 2016 03:21 - 24 minutes - 23.3 MBIn this episode we START talking about District Band, but that quickly morphs into talking all things band. The post AS 116 – District Band and Stuff appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 115 : Becoming a Better Teacher – After Sectionals
November 07, 2016 01:32 - 42 minutes - 39.9 MBIn this episode we talk about Alex getting good at teaching tuba and mid-90s – early-2000s rap. The post AS 115 : Becoming a Better Teacher – After Sectionals appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 114 – Flute Class October 2016
October 27, 2016 03:27 - 45 minutes - 42.2 MBThis episode is a direct window into a beginner flute class. The post AS 114 – Flute Class October 2016 appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 113 : Let’s Go Already!
October 24, 2016 03:54 - 26 minutes - 25.3 MBIn this episode Jenna and Darcy talk about FINALLY getting into the book with our beginner classes and the marches we have just started with in our full bands. The post AS 113 : Let’s Go Already! appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 112 : Fall Concert 2016
October 17, 2016 00:28 - 20 minutes - 19.8 MBIn 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 The post AS 112 : Fall Concert 2016 appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 111 : Beginner Trombone/Euphonium Class Oct 6
October 10, 2016 02:24 - 49 minutes - 46.5 MBThis episode is a recording from my October 6th trombone/euphonium class. The post AS 111 : Beginner Trombone/Euphonium Class Oct 6 appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 110 : Do Your Beginners LOVE Band
October 02, 2016 05:45 - 33 minutes - 31.8 MBIn this episode we talk about how daily pacing helps your beginners love band. The post AS 110 : Do Your Beginners LOVE Band appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 109 : What’s Working
September 26, 2016 01:27 - 30 minutes - 28.7 MBIn this episode we talk about what’s working and what’s NOT working after 5 weeks with our kiddos. The post AS 109 : What’s Working appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 108 – Mid-September Beginner Classes
September 16, 2016 19:06 - 26 minutes - 25.4 MBIn this episode we talk about what we are doing in our beginner classes in Mid-September. The post AS 108 – Mid-September Beginner Classes appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 107 : Ego Check
September 09, 2016 20:32 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBIn this episode, we talk about our most recent ego check… and our response to DIRECTOR feedback. The post AS 107 : Ego Check appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 106 – Beginner Band 8th Note Lesson
September 06, 2016 01:00 - 34 minutes - 32.1 MBThis episode takes you straight into our beginner saxophone and horn class as they learn changing time signatures and then 8th notes. teachingrhythmlogically.com For more information about how Darcy structures her rhythm lessons, please visit Teaching Rhythm Logically. The post AS 106 – Beginner Band 8th Note Lesson appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 105 : End of Week 1 Reflections
August 30, 2016 01:02 - 21 minutes - 20.3 MBIn this episode we recap week one and talk ice cream. The post AS 105 : End of Week 1 Reflections appeared first on after sectionals.
AS 104 : Day 1 of Counting
August 24, 2016 03:08 - 18 minutes - 17.4 MBIn this episode, we talk about our new beginners! The post AS 104 : Day 1 of Counting appeared first on after sectionals.