Our mission is to share practical advice and explore topics that will help every band director, no matter your experience level, as well as music education students who are working to join us in the coming years.To gain access to all show notes and audio files please Subscribe to the podcast and consider supporting the show on Patreaon - using the button at the top of growingband.com more

After Hours:  Conversations for Music Educators is a music education podcast from Amro Music Stores, Inc. Our After Hours podcast host, Nick Averwater, facilitates engaging conversations each week with band directors, private music teachers, general music educators, orchestra directors, and other music industry professionals just like you. Each podcast guest shares practical advice on things like classroom management in your band program, placing beginners on instruments, band and orchestra recruitment strategies, band boosters, fundraising, and more. The goal of After Hours is to provide a podcast for band directors, orchestra directors, and music educators with strategies for both 'on-podium' and 'off-podium' skills that can help create a school music program that you can be proud of. If you can't find what you're looking for in our current episodes, we'd love to hear from you! Send us an email with questions or topics you'd like to see addressed in the podcast. more

Welcome to The Band Room! A podcast bringing you the best of band. Host, Dylan Rook Maddix sits down with the movers and shakers of the wind world, conductors, composers, teachers and performers. Have your ears opened to the new and exciting and take your seat in The Band Room! more

That Band Life is a podcast about making our careers as music educators more fulfilling so we can be happier, healthier, more productive, and more creative! more

Band Talk with Charlie Menghini and Friends features conversations with band directors, conductors, musicians and friends from the music industry and beyond. more

Welcome to the Band Director Boot Camp Podcast, where we help busy band directors amplify their impact—not their workload. This is your space to find practical strategies, fresh inspiration, and a community that understands the unique demands of your role. As a band director, you're constantly balancing rehearsals, performances, administrative tasks, and student needs. It's easy to feel like more effort is the only solution. But what if you could elevate your program and protect your time and energy? That's exactly what this podcast is here to help you do. Over the past four seasons, we've connected with directors from all walks of life who have discovered smarter, more sustainable ways to run their programs. Each episode is packed with actionable tips and real-world strategies to help you work more efficiently, prioritize what matters, and create a thriving band culture—without running yourself into the ground. Through every conversation, we break down the barriers that make this profession overwhelming and build a community where we support each other's growth. We celebrate the wins, learn from the tough moments, and stay focused on one mission: making it possible for you to lead with impact and maintain your own well-being. Because the work you do matters—and so do you. Join us and discover how to get more done with less stress, reignite your passion, and make every day on the podium more rewarding. Tune in to the Band Director Boot Camp Podcast—where we amplify your impact, not your workload. more

Educational Resources for the Marching Arts

band yap is hosted by texas band directors alexa and jose sanchez, who bring real classroom experience to a podcast for band directors, music educators, and anyone who loves the band world. each episode dives into music education, band directing, teaching strategies, and culture, from concert band to marching band and everything in between. expect honest conversations, practical insights, and plenty of yap. more

Welcome to the Copper State Marching Podcast!Join us as we dive deep into the vibrant world of marching bands across Arizona and beyond. Whether you're a seasoned musician, a proud parent, or simply a fan of the art form, our podcast is your go-to source for all things marching!Each episode features engaging interviews with talented band directors, passionate students, and industry experts who share their insights, experiences, and tips for success. We'll explore the latest trends, discuss the challenges faced by marching bands, and celebrate the incredible talent found in our Copper State.From competition highlights to behind-the-scenes stories, we aim to inspire and connect the marching band community. So grab your instruments, tune in, and let's march together into the exciting world of music and performance!This podcast would not be possible without the cooperation of the Arizona Marching Band Association. Thank you AzMBA Board and partnerships! more

Candid conversations with today's most influential band directors.

Join music educator, Rocky Ankeny, as he embarks on a journey to uncover helpful tips, tried wisdom, and great tales from the podiums of amazing band directors across the United States in this podcast for young and aspiring band directors! more