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Episode #21 - Starting a Fiddle String Program with Anna Macias
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04/01/23 • 48 min
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On this episode, Matty Saltibus has a discussion with Anna Macias about starting a fiddle program at your local school. We discuss the challenges that she faced when starting a new program and the support that she received in the process. Anna Macias explains the best way to approach a new program and things to consider along the way. Her high school fiddle group performs around Austin, Texas. Listen to this episode for more information about Anna Macias, her adventures with fiddle music and her wonderful efforts to keep country fiddle music alive in her community.
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Episode #15 - Why the Mass Exits with Erik Cavazos
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12/10/22 • 39 min
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On this episode, Erik Cavazos is back on the show to talk with Matty Saltibus about the challenges music teachers face in today's society and why some teachers are thinking about leaving the profession of music or teaching in general.

Episode #13 - Surviving Elementary Music with Sal Tamez - Part 1
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10/20/22 • 37 min
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On this episode, Matty Saltibus has a discussion with Elementary Music Teacher, Sal Tamez. They talk about their experiences with teaching and what to expect when teaching music to students that are of a young age. Sal Tamez is a veteran in his field with 16+ years of experience and works at an elementary school with over 1000+ students in his music program. Listen to this episode for more information about what to expect when teaching music to young students. This is part 1 of 2. Visit our webpage to learn more about Sal Tamez at TheSaltyMusicTeacher.com

Episode #22 - Teaching Music Internationally with Paola Conte
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06/17/23 • 44 min
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On this episode, Matty Saltibus has a discussion with Paola Conte about her experiences when teaching music in different countries. Paola has traveled to many different places around the world and has a great deal of experience when it comes to what to consider when leaving the nest. We discuss the challenges that she faced when first starting to travel and the support that she received in the process. Paola explains the best way to approach new cultures and lack of resources that occur along the way. She currently teaches middle school to high school level students general music and performing band students in Beijing, China. Listen to this episode for more information about Paola Conte, her adventures with music and her wonderful efforts to understand music around the world.
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Episode #23 - Teaching During Covid with Jonathan Wright
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06/19/23 • 83 min
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On this episode, Matty Saltibus has a discussion with Jonathan Wright, a music teacher with all grade level experience. Mr. Wright has a great outlook on dealing with students at all levels. In this episode, we discuss the challenges that he during the Covid time frame and the support that he received in the process. Mr. Wright explains the ways he approached situation during covid and talks about what worked and what did not work. Mr. Wright currently teaches middle school to high school orchestra students in San Antonio, Texas. Listen to this episode for more information about Jonathan Wright, his stories about his students and his efforts to understand how to best prepare his music students post covid.
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Episode #24 - Teaching Music in St. Lucia with Priscilla Lucien
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08/02/23 • 52 min
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On this episode, Matty Saltibus has a discussion with Priscilla Lucien, a general music teacher on the small Caribbean island of St. Lucia. Priscilla has a great perspective on working with students at all levels of general music education. When given limited resources and support, Priscilla finds creative ways to meet the musical needs of her students. Listen to this episode to listed to all of the great things that she does for her students and her community.
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Episode #25 - The St. Lucian Music Educational System with Keitje Greaves
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08/06/23 • 49 min
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On this episode, Matty Saltibus has a discussion with Keitje Greaves, a St. Lucian music educator. We learn about his experiences with the St. Lucian school system and how music teachers go through the process to teach music on the island. We dive more into the struggles of teaching music and understanding the way students experience music. Listen to this episode to learn more about Keitje's experiences as he continues to strive to be a better music educator.
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Episode #26 - Venezuelans Living in St. Lucia with Daniel Petrocelli and Kervis Mosqueda - Part 1
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08/24/23 • 53 min
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On this episode, Matty Saltibus has a discussion with two Venezuelans who live and teach music in St. Lucia. We learn about their experiences with the St. Lucian school system and how music teachers teach in different regions of the world. We dive more into the struggles of living in a different country along with teaching music. Listen to this episode to learn more about Daniel Petrocelli and Kervis Mosqueda's experiences as they continue to strive to be a better music educator.
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Episode #28 - Life as a Middle School Band Director with Brian Ruiz
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01/19/24 • 80 min
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On this episode, Matty Saltibus has a discussion with Brian Ruiz, a middle school head band director with 23+ years of experience in the classroom at the high school level and the middle school level. Mr. Ruiz talks about his experience with work/life balance and has a great outlook on his approach with middle school school students. In this episode, we discuss the challenges that he faced during the Covid and its aftermath. Mr. Ruiz explains the ways he approached recruitment, choosing an instrument, seeing the bigger picture, and much much more. He also talks about what works and what didn't. Mr. Ruiz currently teaches middle school band in San Antonio, Texas. Listen to this episode for more information about Brian Ruiz, his stories about his students and his efforts to understand how to best prepare his music students for their journey into high school life.
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Episode #18 - Playing with the former San Antonio Symphony with Mary Ellen Goree
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02/17/23 • 45 min
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On this episode, Matty Saltibus has a discussion with the principal second violinist of the former San Antonio symphony, Mary Ellen Goree. With budget cuts, covid, and mismanagement from the board, the San Antonio Symphony is no longer in operation. They talk about the importance of having a well functioning professional orchestra in the community and how it transforms the community, the students, and the teachers as everyone is effected by their performances. Mrs. Goree is a professional violinist with 34+ years of experience and is well known in the community of music in Texas. Listen to this episode for more information about Mary Ellen Goree, her life growing up, and her wonderful efforts to keep music alive in her community.
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FAQ
How many episodes does The Salty Music Teacher have?
The Salty Music Teacher currently has 29 episodes available.
What topics does The Salty Music Teacher cover?
The podcast is about Teaching, Interview, Performance, Music, Band, Comedy, Podcasts, Classical Music, Arts, Music Interviews, Teacher and Performing Arts.
What is the most popular episode on The Salty Music Teacher?
The episode title 'Episode #20 - Wrapping up the end of the school year with Majah Acton and Erik Cavazos' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Salty Music Teacher?
The average episode length on The Salty Music Teacher is 40 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Salty Music Teacher released?
Episodes of The Salty Music Teacher are typically released every 14 days.
When was the first episode of The Salty Music Teacher?
The first episode of The Salty Music Teacher was released on Mar 10, 2022.
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