The Band Director's Desk
The Band Director's Desk
Joseph Radtke
Podcast about teaching concert band, learning about music, how to practice, and whatever else I feel like talking about
Let's Start Improvising
In this episode I discuss and demonstrate (that's right, I will play my instrument!) some ideas to get your journey as a spontaneous music composer, otherwise known as improvising, started!
May 6, 2020
12 min
Oh Yes, Listening to Music is Practicing too! If....
In this podcast I talk about my thoughts on listening to music in order to both enjoy music more and to become a better musician, why live music is the best way to experience music, and how this all relates to practicing your instrument.I refer to two books in this video (not paid to do so). Victor Wooten: The Music LessonKenny Werner: Effortless Mastery
Apr 30, 2020
15 min
Let's Talk About Your Tone
In this podcast I talk through some ideas I have about creating a characteristic tone on your musical instrument.
Apr 15, 2020
11 min
Playing In Tune
In this episode I share some ideas that I have when it comes to playing in tune.
Apr 8, 2020
9 min
Season 2 Premier--Three Things to Practice Every Time You Practice
How do you divide up your practice time? In this episode I will tell you about three things I try to do every time I practice. 
Apr 2, 2020
6 min