Podcast
Chops
Hosted by Jack Hinkle · EN
A podcast hosted by two aspiring music educators. Steve Peterson and Jack Hinkle discuss best practices, relevant for a band director or 7th grade science teacher.
32episodes
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The X/Y Axis
2w ago00:41:19Tap to summarizeIf the one axis is achieving excellence and the other is time spent rehearsing, what is the best formula? When should time be added or removed from a calendar? Check out our merch store at https://chopspodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/all
Transcribe →The Last Days of School
3w ago00:46:39Tap to summarizeOn this episode Jack and Steve share their traditions, activities, and strategies when it comes to the last days of school in an instrumental music program. Check out our merch store at https://chopspodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/all
Transcribe →Retention
Jun 200:48:09Tap to summarizeAs the school year winds down, the hosts share their thoughts about retention for middle and high school programs. Check out our merch store at https://chopspodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/all
Transcribe →Instrument Try-Ons
May 2600:41:18Tap to summarizeOne of the most important events for a band or orchestra program is instrument try-ons, where incoming beginners choose their instruments. The duo shares insight and some humorous stories from the event.Check out our merch store at https://chopspodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/all
Transcribe →Serving Pizza
May 1900:31:36Tap to summarizeFeeding a group of kids is a great opportunity to teach soft skills.Check out our merch store at https://chopspodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/all
Transcribe →May
May 1200:31:37Tap to summarizeIt's the time of year where energy is low, caffeine intake is high, and everyone is working to get through to the finish line. Check out our merch store at https://chopspodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/all
Transcribe →Senior Skip Day
May 500:44:14Tap to summarizeThe Monday following prom is the unofficial day for seniors to play hookie. Classes are small, the parking lot is empty, and the energy changes. Jack and Steve discuss how days like this can look in the classroom. Check out our merch store at https://chopspodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/all
Transcribe →The Beauty of Live Performance
Apr 2800:53:32Tap to summarizeIn this lighter episode, Jack and Steve share outrageous stories from live performances in their teaching careers. Check out our merch store at https://chopspodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/all
Transcribe →Contest and Stress Planning
Apr 2100:34:15Tap to summarizeContest is only 9 school days away - Jack and Steve share what takes place in the time leading up to the bands' high-stakes performances.Check out our merch store at https://chopspodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/all
Transcribe →Stage Presence
Apr 1400:40:43Tap to summarizeInspired by the spring variety concert, this episode explores the importance of stage presence across a variety of ensembles and how to craft it. Check out our merch store at https://chopspodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/all
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