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John McCallister AMAZING Website: https://www.johnmcallistermusic.com/

Watch: The Last Repair Shop

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt29118186/

Herb Alpert Donation Story

https://abc7.com/post/music-legend-herb-alpert-donates-1-million-lausds-last-repair-shop/17805086/

1980 · Herb Alpert Rise
℗ 2015 Herb Alpert Presents
Released on: 1979-09-01
Composer, Writer: Herb Alpert

https://youtu.be/EJZ_Jb06Kuw?si=shTT82oUYqv_hlHj

I am your father Sound Effect! (DARTH VADER)

https://youtu.be/F_-2B4P2FeM?si=SIiFXanymk9Y5eCu

The Duck Song

Song by Bryant Oden. Video by Forrest Whaley.

https://youtu.be/MtN1YnoL46Q?si=fkSloVGMkPO9qhvN

Fred Wesley on "Pass the Peas" by James Brown | #ITF2025

Performers: Manuel Valera (piano), Alexander Ayala (bass), Marcos Torres (drums), Fred Wesley (trombone), Ariel Kasler (guitar), Tony Da Luca (tenor sax)

https://youtu.be/bBDyBBmRLxc?si=fyADC-VpB2ZhXrQg

A River Runs Through It · Mark Isham

A River Runs Through It (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

℗ PATHE FILMS

Released on: 1992-10-09

Composer: Mark Isham

https://youtu.be/j8jxGQJHQvg?si=Quz8pLnMTg_jHmRO

Roma (2010)

Valerie Coleman

University of the Pacific Wind Bands

Vu Nguyen, conductor

This is a live recording of Pacific Wind Bands' performance at CBDNA W/NW Division Conference

in Las Vegas at the Academy of the Arts on March 28, 2024. To learn more about University of the Pacific's Conservatory of Music, visit Pacific.edu/Conservatory.

https://youtu.be/ZtrAGX93ggA?si=ZN6Y0rW5aoUQw8EC

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In mid-season stride, our guest Reid Wixson shares with us on arts advocacy, affording opportunities to all students and Mumbai, India. Peter shares chewing ice cubes, Chris still distracted by the Packer game and Phil continues his quest for an articulate question (or really any coherent question). See if you can guess Paul Kile's Band Buzzler! Don’t forget - Beyond Artless LIVE at the WMEA conference. Thursday, October 30 at 2:45 PM, Monona Terrace Ballroom A. Bring your friends, enemies and frenemies.

https://swhs-instrumental-music.weebly.com/meet-mr-wixson.html

https://www.mprnews.org/story/2024/04/01/minneapolis-public-schools-music-director-responds-to-potential-cuts

Credits

La Fiesta Mexicana : H. Owen Reed

United States Marine Band / John R. Bourgeois Conducting

Bicentennial Collection Vol 6 • Jack T. Kline, John R. Bourgeois Conducting

Little Mexican Suite for Winds Nubia Jaime Donjuan (b. 1984)

World Premiere

Spring 2022 • Spaulding Auditorium • Hopkins Center for the Arts at Dartmouth

​​https://youtu.be/JT3Hu0C6tq0?si=YfSLJC-L74WjwypI

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In this episode of Beyond Artless, we welcome Jason Caslor, conductor, educator, and Director of Bands at Arizona State University. Known for his innovative programming and collaborative spirit, Jason brings a unique perspective to the world of wind band conducting and music-making.

Jason opens up about the art of leading ensembles, the importance of creating meaningful musical experiences, and how conductors can foster creativity, trust, and connection within a group. He also shares personal stories about his journey from Canada to the U.S., lessons learned from mentors, and the evolving role of wind bands in today’s musical landscape. And, of course, he talks about hockey with Phil.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Jason’s journey to becoming a leading conductor and educator
• The balance between tradition and innovation in programming
• How conductors build community and inspire creativity
• Thoughts on mentorship, collaboration, and lifelong learning
• Why wind bands matter more than ever

If you’ve ever wondered what happens behind the podium—or how a conductor turns notes on a page into a living, breathing performance—this conversation will inspire and enlighten you.

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