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The Band Director's Lounge Podcast


Welcome to the Band Director’s lounge, a podcast about what makes great instrumental music programs. I am a band director trying to build a great program by learning from others and sharing my knowledge along the way.

Oct 31, 2018

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Today I am talking with Tony Boldt who teaches at Kasson-Mantorville high school in Kasson, MN, just outside of Rochester. Tony is a passionate teacher working to build his dream program. Today Tony talks with me about program growing pains, splitting ensembles, and shares some of his experiences navigating his district’s recent auditorium construction; this and so much more. It was a lot of fun talking with Tony and I think you’ll find our discussion interesting!

Episode Overview

  • Tony & KMHS (0:44)
  • Program Growing Pains (7:20)
  • Splitting Ensembles (21:10)
  • Programming Concerts with Multiple Ensembles (24:37)
  • Combined Ensemble Pieces (29:40)
  • Band Literature (34:53)
  • Auditorium Construction (49:55)
  • Advice for New Band Directors (1:03:55)
  • What Makes a Great Band Program? (1:06:47)

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