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In mid-season stride, our guest Reid Wixson shares with us on arts advocacy, affording opportunities to all students and Mumbai, India. Peter shares chewing ice cubes, Chris still distracted by the Packer game and Phil continues his quest for an articulate question (or really any coherent question). See if you can guess Paul Kile's Band Buzzler! Don’t forget - Beyond Artless LIVE at the WMEA conference. Thursday, October 30 at 2:45 PM, Monona Terrace Ballroom A. Bring your friends, enemies and frenemies.

https://swhs-instrumental-music.weebly.com/meet-mr-wixson.html

https://www.mprnews.org/story/2024/04/01/minneapolis-public-schools-music-director-responds-to-potential-cuts

Credits

La Fiesta Mexicana : H. Owen Reed

United States Marine Band / John R. Bourgeois Conducting

Bicentennial Collection Vol 6 • Jack T. Kline, John R. Bourgeois Conducting

Little Mexican Suite for Winds Nubia Jaime Donjuan (b. 1984)

World Premiere

Spring 2022 • Spaulding Auditorium • Hopkins Center for the Arts at Dartmouth

​​https://youtu.be/JT3Hu0C6tq0?si=YfSLJC-L74WjwypI

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In this episode of Beyond Artless, we welcome Jason Caslor, conductor, educator, and Director of Bands at Arizona State University. Known for his innovative programming and collaborative spirit, Jason brings a unique perspective to the world of wind band conducting and music-making.

Jason opens up about the art of leading ensembles, the importance of creating meaningful musical experiences, and how conductors can foster creativity, trust, and connection within a group. He also shares personal stories about his journey from Canada to the U.S., lessons learned from mentors, and the evolving role of wind bands in today’s musical landscape. And, of course, he talks about hockey with Phil.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Jason’s journey to becoming a leading conductor and educator
• The balance between tradition and innovation in programming
• How conductors build community and inspire creativity
• Thoughts on mentorship, collaboration, and lifelong learning
• Why wind bands matter more than ever

If you’ve ever wondered what happens behind the podium—or how a conductor turns notes on a page into a living, breathing performance—this conversation will inspire and enlighten you.

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What happens when a music teacher decides to meet students where they are and to develop new ways to engage all learners through music? You get Bob Habersat, owner and author of Shed The Music, who is part teacher, part tech wizard, and potentially a hand model.

In this episode, Bob dives into:

• His relentless drive to find new ways to support and connect with his students
• His amazing suite of videos and curricula available on his website: Shedthemusic.net
• How technology can rescue teachers from explaining bass clef until retirement
• What it takes to pull off a full-blown commercial music festival in your own school

If you’ve ever wondered how to bring more creativity, collaboration, and authenticity into music education, this conversation is your backstage pass.

Show Notes:

Link to join the free workshop PD

https://emusicelements.com/pd

Link to check out the free guitar course

https://www.shedthemusic.net/fretboard-fundamentals-overview

The looper I was using (its part of Elements)

https://www.shedthemusic.net/looper

The fretboard thing I talked about

https://www.shedthemusic.net/fret-finder

The solfege reading tool

https://www.shedthemusic.net/solfege-reader

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