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The Band Directors Bistro

The Band Directors Bistro

Mark & Jon | Music Educators

With a combined 60+ years in music education, Mark and Jon's pod cast has tips and tricks for the busy band director. Having both marched in and taught in Drum Corps International (DCI), they share stories from their experiences with corps, and marching with the Santa Clara Vanguard.
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The Band Directors Bistro - Your Band Room

Your Band Room

The Band Directors Bistro

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05/14/20 • 25 min

In this episode of Band Directors Bistro, Mark & Jon talk about some of the many band rooms they have been in through the years, their experiences with Santa Clara Vanguard corps hall and how that has shaped their views on Band rooms, they will share some tips to keeping a well organized band room, and we will end today's program with a conversation about band directors work life balance.

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The Band Directors Bistro - Choosing a Marching Show in a Quarantine?
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07/20/20 • 31 min

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In this episode of Band Directors Bistro, Mark & Jon talk about their fondest SCV food memories, they will share some considerations on perhaps Choosing a Marching Show in Quarantine, and we will end today's program with a look into JackTrip, making virtual rehearsals and performance with minimal latency a reality.
APPETIZER -" Succulent Scottish Succotash"
Mark and Jon’s fond SCV food memories
MAIN COURSE - "Seared Snake Sausage Surprise”
Choosing a Marching Show in a Quarantine
DESSERT - "Sumptuous Snickerdoodle Sorbet"
Closer to an actual virtual rehearsal and performance using JackTrip?
With a combined 60+ years in music education, Mark and Jon's pod cast has tips and tricks for the busy band director. Having both marched in and taught in Drum Corps International (DCI), they share stories from their experiences with corps, and marching with the Santa Clara Vanguard.
Check out our sponsor, "you'll be glad you did."
www.ironsmusic.com

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The Band Directors Bistro - Show Day

Show Day

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05/14/20 • 51 min

In this episode of Band Directors Bistro, Mark & Jon talk more about their SCV history and some of their show day rituals, they will share some tips on what to do for your program and yourself on those all important show days, and we will end today's program with a conversation about why they decided to open the bistro.... Or in this case, host a pod cast.

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The Band Directors Bistro - Judges

Judges

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05/14/20 • 38 min

In this episode of Band Directors Bistro, Mark & Jon talk about some of their favorite composers and compositions, their experiences on being judges, and being judged , they will share some tips on placement expectations, and we will end today's program with a conversation about Mark and Jons trip to a galaxy far away.

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The Band Directors Bistro - Marching Percussion & Front Ensemble Equipment
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06/08/20 • 53 min

In this episode of Band Directors Bistro, Mark & Jon talk about which corps they would have marched if not SCV, they will share some tips on Marching Percussion and Front Ensemble Equipment, and we will end today's program with another awesome musicians top 10 list.

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The Band Directors Bistro - Maximize Your Home Studio for Virtual Teaching
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08/04/20 • 42 min

Band Directors Bistro

Season 3 Episode 5- Maximize your home studio for virtual teaching

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In this episode of Band Directors Bistro, Mark & Jon talk, again , about Star Trek. They will talk about the considerations in setting up your home studio to maximize your on-line teaching, and we will end today's program with another music focused top 10 list.

APPETIZER - "Sentient Species Salad"

Hyping all of the new Star Trek stuff.

MAIN COURSE - "Velvety Veal Vermicelli ”

The many considerations of your home studio to maximize your teaching.

DESSERT - "Major Mango Mojito Merengue"

The top 10 music baby names

With a combined 60+ years in music education, Mark and Jon's pod cast has tips and tricks for the busy band director. Having both marched in and taught in Drum Corps International (DCI), they share stories from their experiences with corps, and marching with the Santa Clara Vanguard.
Check out our previous seasons of the Band Directors Bistro on iTunes, Spodify, Sticher, or where ever you get your podcasts!
Check out our sponsor, "you'll be glad you did."
www.ironsmusic.com

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The Band Directors Bistro - Spring Back, Fall Forward?

Spring Back, Fall Forward?

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07/27/20 • 41 min

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In this episode of Band Directors Bistro, Mark & Jon have their first guest! Mr. Antonio Castro, of Schurr High School in Montebello California. They explore the considerations and ramifications of a spring and fall season switching. We will end today's program with a new series: Par 1 of “What it’s like to have your child in your program?
APPETIZER -"Magnificently Marbled Meats "
"Meat" Antnio Castro, Band Director Schurr High School, Montebello CA
MAIN COURSE - "Mighty Muenster Mac”
What are the ramifications of switching the fall season to spring?
DESSERT - "Mint Marmalade Muffin"
Part 1, What it’s like to have your child in your program, with Antonio Castro
1. What takes priority, being a parent or being a director?
2. Do you place unfair or unreasonable expectations on your child in your program?
3. What is the best and worst part about having your child in your program?
With a combined 60+ years in music education, Mark and Jon's pod cast has tips and tricks for the busy band director. Having both marched in and taught in Drum Corps International (DCI), they share stories from their experiences with corps, and marching with the Santa Clara Vanguard.
Check out our previous seasons of the Band Directors Bistro on iTunes, Spodify, Sticher, or where ever you get your podcasts!
Check out our sponsor, "you'll be glad you did."
www.ironsmusic.com

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The Band Directors Bistro - Choosing a Circuit

Choosing a Circuit

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07/13/20 • 34 min

Choosing a Circuit

SEASON 3, EPISODE 2
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In this episode of Band Directors Bistro, Mark & Jon talk about how they met, they will discuss considerations when choosing a circuit, and we will end today's program with a conversation about how Mark and got into band in the first place..
APPETIZER - "Farm Fresh Fruit" Answering your listener questions, we discuss how Mark and Jon met.
MAIN COURSE - "Fried Flounder Filet" Our Choice Cut! Our main conversation
where Mark and Jon talk about the many considerations when choosing circuit for your program..
DESSERT - "Fludge-a-lisous Fondue-Flambe" Mark and Jon will discuss how they got into band in the first place.
With a combined 60+ years in music education, Mark and Jon's pod cast has tips and
tricks for the busy band director. Having both marched in and taught in Drum
Corps International (DCI), they share stories from their experiences with
corps, and marching with the Santa Clara Vanguard.
Check out our previous seasons of the Band Directors Bistro on iTunes, Spodify,
Sticher, or where ever you get your podcasts!
Check out our sponsor, "you'll be glad you did."
www.ironsmusic.com
Want to SEE Mark and Jon at the Bistro! Check out their new YouTube channel!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aHjcOUJv3i4

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The Band Directors Bistro - Inventory and Organization

Inventory and Organization

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07/06/20 • 35 min

Inventory and Organization, The Band Directors Bistro

SEASON 3, EPISODE 1
NOW ON YOU TUBE!!!!!
OVERVIEW In this episode of Band Directors Bistro, Mark & Jon talk
about their (future) summer plans, they will share some tips on inventory and
organization in your band office, and we will end today's program with a
conversation about 4th of July performance memories as members of the Santa
Clara Vanguard.
APPETIZER - "Succulent Summer Sausages" Our future
summer plans, what would we normally be doing.
MAIN COURSE - "Sizzling Sockeye Salmon Sandwich" Inventory and organization. Our main conversation
dealing mainly with office organization and music inventory.
DESSERT - "Sweetest Strawberry Shortcake" 4th memories
(parades, fireworks, etc.). Mark and Jon talk about their 4th of July parade
performance memories as members of the Santa Clara Vanguard Drum and Bugle
Corps.
With a combined 60+ years in music education, Mark and Jon's pod cast has tips and
tricks for the busy band director. Having both marched in and taught in Drum
Corps International (DCI), they share stories from their experiences with
corps, and marching with the Santa Clara Vanguard.
Check out our previous seasons of the Band Directors Bistro on iTunes, Spodify,
Sticher, or where ever you get your podcasts!
Check out our sponsor, "you'll be glad you did."
www.ironsmusic.com

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The Band Directors Bistro - Winter Guard & Percussion

Winter Guard & Percussion

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06/01/20 • 44 min

In this episode of Band Directors Bistro, Mark & Jon talk about their love of space, Mark’s favorite band trips, winter guard and winter percussion, and we will end today's program with a conversation about a cool Santa Clara Vanguard memory.

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How many episodes does The Band Directors Bistro have?

The Band Directors Bistro currently has 19 episodes available.

What topics does The Band Directors Bistro cover?

The podcast is about Music Education, Music, Band, Podcasts, Self-Improvement and Education.

What is the most popular episode on The Band Directors Bistro?

The episode title 'Maximize Your Home Studio for Virtual Teaching' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Band Directors Bistro?

The average episode length on The Band Directors Bistro is 45 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Band Directors Bistro released?

Episodes of The Band Directors Bistro are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of The Band Directors Bistro?

The first episode of The Band Directors Bistro was released on May 14, 2020.

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