Frank Parker is director of bands at Quakertown High School in Quakertown, PA. In his program, Frank  teaches a wide range of ensembles including two concert bands, two jazz bands, and the award winning Panther Marching band. As a highly sought after conductor, Frank has been featured as a guest conductor at many honors band festivals and has also directed his students in performances at several state and national level music education conferences.    Topics include:

Frank talks about his background and making the decision to change his college major from business to music performance to music education.

Frank talks about his band program at Quakertown High School.

Bringing a new director into a program

Mentoring young teachers

Selecting repertoire

“If I knew then what I know now”

Common elements of thriving music programs

Building a sense of community within a program

Balance and longevity of a career in music education

Factors that contribute to teacher and student stress/burnout

Sustaining a successful program

Frank’s favorite rehearsal tactics

Frank discusses leaders that have influenced him in his life/career

What does excellence look like in a program?

Three words that describe a leader of a comprehensive music program

Advice for music educators