The Orchestra Teacher Podcast

Mar 08 2025 102 ep. 33 mins 9
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A podcast designed for string and orchestra educators to learn from some of the best in the profession. Topics include string pedagogy, classroom management, program administration, assessment, current trends, work/life balance, and more.

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93. An insightful conversation with Dr. Mark Laycock on mentorship, music education, orchestral leadership, conducting and more

Mar 08 2025 42 mins  
🎻 Episode #93 – A Lifetime of Orchestral Excellence with Dr. Mark Laycock 🎶In this episode of The Orchestra Teacher Podcast, we are honored to welcome Dr. Mark Laycock, Professor of Music at Wichita State University, where he holds the Ann Walenta Faculty of Distinction Endowed Professorship. As Director of Orchestras and Coordinator of Strings, Dr. Laycock has led the WSU

Sponsorship Announcement - Kaleidoscope Adventures!

Mar 06 2025 1 mins  
I am proud to announce that The Orchestra Teacher Podcast is now sponsored by Kaleidoscope Adventures! As a leader in the student travel industry for 30+ years, Kaleidoscope Adventures exceeds expectations for student and performance group travel.Learn more at https://www.kaleidoscopeadventures.com/the-orchestra-teacher-podcast

92. Inspiring Excellence in Music Education with Stephen Lawrence-Carroll

Mar 01 2025 41 mins  
🎻 Episode #92 – Inspiring Excellence in Music Education with Stephen Lawrence-Carroll 🎶In this episode of The Orchestra Teacher Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Stephen Lawrence-Carroll, an esteemed music educator and Director of Orchestral and Music Theory Activities at North Atlanta High School in Atlanta, GA. As the Fine and Performing Arts Department Chair, Stephen h

91. Kiana June Weber, an American-Irish Fiddler, educator, and entrepreneur discusses her career and implementing fiddling into the classroom and her teaching

Feb 24 2025 31 mins  
Episode #91: Fiddling in the Classroom with Kiana June WeberIn this exciting episode of The Orchestra Teacher Podcast, we welcome Kiana June Weber—renowned American-Irish fiddler, educator, and entrepreneur—to discuss her inspiring journey and how teachers can incorporate fiddling into the classroom.A visionary educator and thought leader, Kiana has built a career that blends t

90. Building Bridges: Fostering Collaboration Between Band and Orchestra Directors with Susan Abell & Nick Blue

Feb 23 2025 56 mins  
Building Bridges: Fostering Collaboration Between Band and Orchestra DirectorsIn this special episode of The Orchestra Teacher Podcast, we welcome two outstanding music educators, Susan Abell and Nick Blue, to discuss the importance of building a collaborative and supportive relationship between band and orchestra directors.Far too often, band and orchestra programs operate in isol

89. Jessie Fuchs, Orchestra Director at Kell HS, in Marietta, GA, discusses an upcoming presentation at the ASTA national conference.

Feb 14 2025 27 mins  
In this special episode, hosts Charles Laux and Jessica Fuchs dive into their upcoming presentation at the ASTA National Conference:Compare, Contrast, Collaborate: Perspectives from Early and Late Career Experiences.Join us as we explore the evolving landscape of orchestra education through the lens of both new and seasoned educators. We’ll discuss classroom strategies, programmi

88. Amy Clement and Sarah Ball discuss their careers and decades of co-teaching at North Gwinnett Middle School

Feb 09 2025 36 mins  
Amy Clement has taught orchestra in Gwinnett County since 1997. She is currently in her 16th year as one of the orchestra directors at North Gwinnett Middle School. Orchestras under the direction of Ms. Clement have consistently received superior ratings at Large Group Performance Evaluation and her students also participate in solo/ensemble, countywide honor orchestras, MYSO, ASYO

87. Harrison Cook discusses his program at Kennesaw Mountain High School

Feb 03 2025 34 mins  
The Orchestra Teacher Podcast – Special Guest Harrison Cook 🎻In this episode of The Orchestra Teacher Podcast, we welcome Harrison Cook, Director of Orchestras at Kennesaw Mountain High School in Cobb County, Georgia. Now in his ninth year of teaching, Harrison brings a unique perspective to the classroom, having transitioned from a full-time career as a professional cellist t

86. Building an Orchestra Legacy: Insights from Angela Harman of OrchestraClassroom.com

Jan 26 2025 28 mins  
In this episode of The Orchestra Teacher Podcast, I have a conversation with Angela Harman, a dynamic music educator and leader in the string education community. Angela teaches orchestra in Utah’s Nebo School District, where her dedication and passion have grown her program to include over 360 students daily.Angela is also the founder of OrchestraClassroom.com, a widely respecte

85. A Conversation with Christine Gero, Orchestra Director at Roosevelt HS in Seattle, WA

Jan 25 2025 58 mins  
In this episode of The Orchestra Teacher Podcast, I’m thrilled to welcome Christine E. Gero, an accomplished conductor, violinist, and music educator. 🎧 Tune in to learn more about Ms. Gero’s unique path, her experiences as a violinist and educator, and her thoughts on keeping orchestra education vibrant and relevant in today’s world.Don’t miss this exciting episode!—B