Jack Williamson, retired Director of Bands at Central Michigan University reflects on his successful career. He talks about how his master's degree helped him fill in the cracks and why it is important to have high standards. John and Becky Warren of Mandan, North Dakota share their story of how they met at the Midwest Clinic and how their love for bands and each other continue to motivate them to make a difference for kids through band.
Jun 08, 2020•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 14
From Freddy's early days of teaching, Chris deciding the French Horn was not for him and how a movie influenced Michael's career path, the Martins share their story. Their unconditional love, support and respect for each other and music is truly inspirational. Enjoy!
Jun 01, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Michael Sweeney talks about the composition process and how a before school theory class helped prepare him for his career once he experienced failure in what he really hoped to do. Dr. John Climer talks about serving the music and provides tips to help bring marches to life.
May 24, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Gary Hill on the conducting process, development & the power of "not yet." Gary also shares information on The Complete Conductor online seminar he has developed. Dr. Cory Meals shares his VirtualMusicConference.org website and thoughts on the future of bands. Dr. Tim Lautzenheiser and Charlie have a conversation about Music Advocacy and how communication is more important now than ever.
May 18, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 11
First-year teacher Josh Breen talks about creating a place where students feel welcome. Rachel Maxwell shares thoughts on keeping standards high and engaging students. Richard Floyd on how Texas' band landscape changed, why Texas bands are different and four things he has learned from his wife.
May 11, 2020•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Robert Davis , Olathe Northwest HS, KS talks about his philosophy on connecting with students. Lord of the Rings composer Johan de Meij shares his musical journey and the process he uses when he composes. Chip DeStefano of McCracken Middle School in Skokie, IL provides us with four fundamental elements every band program needs.
May 04, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Dr. Steve Gage of Youngstown State University talks about expectations and a programming tip he learned from Frederick Fennell. Matt Ingelson of Desert Hot Springs, CA provides profound insights about adjusting his teaching style to meet the needs of the students and community. Robert Sloan of Van Wert, OH shares his thoughts on the importance of connecting with your students during this time of distance learning.
Apr 26, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Dr. Tim and Scott Rush talk about including Leadership into distance learning through their book, Pathways to Success . Joe Alessi , principal trombone of the New York Philharmonic shares stories of his childhood, including a wild junior high school experience, and the simple thing he did that helped him land his first major symphony orchestra position. He talks about the time Leonard Bernstein put him on the spot and shares his new, virtual Alessi Music Studio. Dr. Rob Franzblau shares how he c...
Apr 19, 2020•1 hr 25 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Erin Cole chats about what directors should do to prepare their students for the honor band experience and gives three tips on what directors need to do every day. H. Robert Reynolds shares the story of how he got from a school horn player in Pennsylvania to become the director of the University of Michigan Band. Reynolds talks about the difference between thinking like a band director and a musician and shares what he would do if he had a do-over in life.
Apr 13, 2020•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Jeff Conner, leader of and trumpet player in the Boston Brass and John Armato, a Senior Partner and Creative Strategies for Fleishman-Hillard Public Relations in Sacramento, CA and a lifelong drummer, both share stories of how their school band experiences influenced their lives.
Apr 06, 2020•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Podcast #4 features a practical idea to continue to have band rehearsals during the Coronavirus, activities for your percussionist to do while at home and a conversation with Frank Ticheli where he talks about finding inspiration, the role of the conductor and what to do when a door opens.
Mar 30, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Podcast #3 of Band Talk with Charlie Menghini and Friends begins with some thoughts on our lives and dealing with uncertainty. Next brings a visit with Dr. Tim and we close today's podcast with a heartfelt conversation with Gary Green, Director of Bands Emeritus of the University of Miami. As you listen, you will hear the underlying theme of uncertainty and how it always seems to work out in our lives. Enjoy!
Mar 23, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Today's episode begins by starting to address the challenges that music teachers are facing with the Coronavirus pandemic in the world. Next, a conversation with composer Alex Shapiro as she provides great insight into her creative art, the importance of inclusivity in our repertoire choices and much more. "Mr. Fix It," Mike Rankin of Olathe Band Instrument Company talks about keeping kids healthy when sharing instruments and preventing those last minute repairs before major events. Finally, Cha...
Mar 16, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Inaugural Band Talk with Charlie Menghini Podcast. Charlie has conversations with Dr. Tim Lautzenheiser, Craig Kirchhoff and Kevin Lepper.
Mar 10, 2020•51 min•Season 1Ep. 1
