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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

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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.
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The Band Directors Bistro - 10 Great Resources

10 Great Resources

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05/14/20 • 54 min

In this season 1 ending episode of Band Directors Bistro, Mark & Jon talk about their favorite SCV free day memories, and they will share their 10 best resources for music educators, and we will end today's program with a conversation about their experience with sister city programs.

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The Band Directors Bistro - Ensemble Rehearsals

Ensemble Rehearsals

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05/14/20 • 39 min

In this episode of Band Directors Bistro, Mark & Jon talk about music ensemble rehearsals, their experiences in the Vanguard ensemble rehearsals, they will share some tips on how to hold an effective ensemble rehearsal, and we will end today's program with a conversation about goal setting, and celebrating those accomplishments.

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The Band Directors Bistro - Band Camp

Band Camp

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05/14/20 • 38 min

In this episode of Band Directors Bistro, Mark & Jon talk about some of the band camps they've seen across the country, their experiences being on the successful and not so successful side of band camps, they will share some tips to having a successful band camp, and we will end today's program with another conversation about band directors work life balance.

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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 - The Virtual Band Room and Beyond

The Virtual Band Room and Beyond

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06/15/20 • 66 min

In this episode of Band Directors Bistro, Mark & Jon tell the I & E Story from the year 2000, they will share their thoughts on the virtual band room and beyond , and we will end today's program with a conversation about memories of Mark and Jon’s high school band directors- both of whom had a huge impact on their teaching.

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The Band Directors Bistro - Judges Sheets

Judges Sheets

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05/25/20 • 58 min

In this 1st edition of "Minutia Monday" in the Band Directors Bistro, Mark & Jon take a deep dive into the world of judges sheets. They also share some Santa Clara Vanguard memories, and pontificate on the question of which is better: to win overall, or to win a caption?

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The Band Directors Bistro - Fundraising

Fundraising

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05/17/20 • 48 min

In this episode of Band Directors Bistro, Mark & Jon talk about a bit about their love of sports, they will share some awesome fundraisers, and we will end today's program with a conversation about things only a band director would know.

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The Band Directors Bistro - Show Hosting

Show Hosting

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06/22/20 • 61 min

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In this special minutia Monday episode of Band Directors Bistro, Mark & Jon talk about all about Show Hosting, they will share some tips on how to have a great event, and they will talk about some of the best practices when it comes to hosting a great show.

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FAQ

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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