Hang out with Brad and Erin as they talk about their morning routines! Setting yourself up for a successful workday means having meaningful traditions each morning. Plus our "What's On Your Stand" segment, featuring music by John Williams and Frank Ticheli. Hosted by Bradley Mariska & Erin Holmes (Farmington High School, Farmington, Minnesota). The podcast that's all about band - and not about band at all ..read more

It's a whole episode previewing the 2024 MMEA Midwinter Convention, with special guest Dr. Adrian Davis, MMEA President! Join co-hosts Bradley Mariska and Erin Holmes (Farmington High School) to find out why everyone is so excited for our annual convention - and why YOU should join us in person ..read more

It's the middle of winter and we're talking about ways to beat the winter blues --- by talking movies, hockey, and lots of cool things happening here in the classroom! In our "What's On Your Stand" segment, we highlight the music of Yukiko Nishimura ("Flying Away" and "Northern Lights") as well as "Whirlwind" by Jodie Blackshaw. Thank you to our sponsors, Schmitt Music, ACDC Reeds, and GrandTours. Hosted by Bradley Mariska and Erin Holmes, Farmington High School ..read more

Distance learning has quickly become a new way of life. Stillwater Schools have taken a collaborative approach to eLearning so that the band program remains unified pedagogically grades 5-12. Stillwater School District Band Faculty Dennis Lindsay, Band Director, Stillwater High School Michael Walk, Band Director, Stillwater Middle School Megan Holroyd, Band Director & Vocal Music, Stillwater Middle School Robin Vought, Band Director, Oak-Land Middle School Joel Bryan, Band Director, Stillwater High School, Aston Lakeland Elementary, Brookview Elementary, Andersen Elementary Mara Syman, Ele ..read more

One thing we can count on in education is change. For this episode we were joined by the band faculty at Monticello Middle School, Melissa Krohn and Jennifer Macki. How we adapt creatively to change is ultimately going to determine our success. This episode explores an example of how two teachers came together for the benefit of their students and program. Episode Overview (00:00)   Introduction (02:26)   Band in Minnesota welcome and theme music: Holst, Second Suite in F (03:55)   Background on Change and Development of Team Teaching (08:52)   What Team ..read more

We talk about "student agency" and a variety of other topics. A Saturday afternoon, a drink in hand, and reflecting upon life and education.  >>>> This is our first ever, completely unedited podcast. <<<< Honestly - it's our best episode yet.  ..read more

WE'RE BAAAAAAACK !!!!!!!!! The pod took a few months off and we are ready to get back at it!!! What we did this summer, what we're looking forward to this school year, and some big news about the podcast itself. Band is Everything (formerly Band in Minnesota), hosted by Bradley Mariska and Erin Holmes (Farmington High School MN ..read more

It's the end of the school year. And maybe the end of season 2 of this podcast? So spend a bit of time just hangin' with Brad and Erin. It will be good for your soul. --- Welcome to Band in Minnesota, a podcast that teaches life lessons for musicians and non-musicians alike. My name is Bradley Mariska, and along with my co-host Erin Holmes, we give you an inside look at life in our world through conversation, laughs, and insightful guest interviews.  Please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts! To learn more about our podcast or listen to past episodes, please visit us using the ..read more

We hit "record" with no topic and no official guest.  And it was exactly what we needed.  ..read more

This week's episode (#52) features Michael Thursby (Minnesota State University-Mankato) and Daniel James Felton (Tartan HS, Oakdale, MN) to discuss the role and importance of pep band and athletic bands in high school and college music programs. We talk about staying relevant to your students and community and how popular music is helping to guide and shape the future of music education. *Learn more about Daniel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-felton-b18102aa/ *Learn more about Michael: https://hss.mnsu.edu/academic-programs/music/music-faculty-staff/michael-thursby/ --- Welcome to Band in ..read more