The Music Teacher's Survival Guide with Dr. Nick Parnell
The Music Teacher’s Survival Guide by Musikko is the podcast for music directors, music class-room teachers and instrumental teachers. Each episode musician and educator, Dr. Nick Parnell, talks to leading teachers about the latest trends, challenges and ideas all aimed to help you not only survive, but flourish in the amazing world of music teaching.
Episodes
20 episodes
Guiding your Students Well as they consider Tertiary Music Study - Tim White OAM
Have you ever wondered what advice you should give to a student who is considering studying music at University level and pursing it as a career? Dr. Nick Parnell talks with Tim White OAM, to answer this question. Topics covered include who sho...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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43:02
All About Guitar Teaching - Caleb Lavery-Brook
Dr. Nick Parnell talks with guitarist Caleb Lavery-Brook (2023 SA Best Music Educator Nominee) all about Guitar Teaching. Caleb completed his Master of Philosophy in Music at the Elder Conservatorium of Music in 2021 and has also u...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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32:03
The Kaboom Percussion Story - Catherine Betts & Joshua Webster
Dr. Nick Parnell talks with Catherine Betts & Joshua Webster from the popular Kaboom Percussion duo. Hear all about their origins instrumental teaching till huge demand for their education prog...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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37:14
How to Build an Award Winning String Program - Martin Butler OAM - Part 2
Ever wondered how to create such a good string program in your school that it wins the state competitions for almost 10 years in a row? Thats what Martin Butler OAM has done - so we reckon he is worth listening to! (Part 2).Musical Inst...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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22:51
How to Build an Award Winning String Program - Martin Butler OAM - Part 1
Ever wondered how to create such a good string program in your school that it wins the state competitions for almost 10 years in a row? Thats what Martin Butler OAM has done - so we reckon he is worth listening to!Musical Instrument Hir...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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22:23
What Happened at ABODA 2023?
Each year, school ensembles get together and compete in the SA School Band & Orchestra Festival (ABODA). In this episode, Dr Nick Parnell visits the festival for a behind the scenes look at what happens. Hear what the organisers, students a...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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15:42
All about Percussion Teaching - James Lewis Fox
James Lewis Fox has been on the cutting edge of education, inspiring his students for the past 20 years in the world of music, percussion, and drum kit. James has performed with Grammy award winner Gotye, acclaimed ABC Pop/Jazz Singer Becky Fox...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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31:07
All about Percussion Teaching - Ben Dickson
Ben Dickson is currently Director of Percussion at Methodist Ladies College in Melbourne, Victoria. He enjoys a busy freelance performance career and was the principal timpanist of the Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra from 2005 - 2010 before mov...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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35:44
Generations in Jazz, Improvising, and All That Jazz - John Morrison (Part 2)
John Morrison is one of Australia’s best and most loved drummers, big band leader and educator. He is the eldest of the Morrison family and has spent much of his musical life playing and recording ...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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29:22
How to Build and Improve your Jazz Band - John Morrison (Part 1)
John Morrison is one of Australia’s best and most loved drummers, big band leader and educator. He is the eldest of the Morrison family and has spent much of his musical life playing and recording ...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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23:46
Mental Health & Get the most out of your School Band - Part 2 - Matt Klohs
Part 2 - Mental Health & How to get the most out of your School Band. Matt Klohs has enjoyed a 3-decade professional career as both a musician and conductor having performed in Australia, US, UK, Spain and Hong Kong. Building on his...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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19:30
Get the most out of your School Band Part 1 - Matt Klohs
Part 1 - How to get the most out of your School Band. Matt Klohs has enjoyed a 3-decade professional career as both a musician and conductor having performed in Australia, US, UK, Spain and Hong Kong. Building on his strong foundation i...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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21:41
How to Write Songs with your Students – Robyn Habel
Dr. Nick Parnell talks with leading educator and songwriter Robyn Habel. Robyn has recorded on over 15 albums and composed music for the likes of T...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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27:17
Music Teaching in a Regional Town - Joe Fragnito
Ever wondered what it is like music teaching in a regional town? Are you thinking of a tree change to the country? Musician and educator Dr. Nick Parnell talks with leading percussionist and teacher, Joe Fragnito, on what this life is like. Joe...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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32:07
Lessons of Motivation and Leadership from a World-Class Rowing Coach – Barnaby Eaton
What can music educators can learn from a world-class rowing coach? Musician and educator Dr. Nick Parnell talks with Barnaby Eaton about how to inspire students (self-determination theory), the four stages...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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43:26
Lessons from a Life in Music Education - Darryl Pope OAM
Darryl Pope OAM, is a recently retired Music Director, Teacher, Brass Specialist and Band Director. He has managed a number of large, vibrant music departments, overseeing many ensembles from orchestras to Big bands. On this episode,
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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41:38
ABODA SA 2022 - Everything You Need To Know - Darryl Pope OAM
Everything you need to know about ABODA SA Festival 2022. Musician Dr. Nick Parnell talks with organiser Darryl Pope OAM about what the festival will look like this year, repertoire require...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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13:18
Preparing your Vocal Ensemble for Generations in Jazz - Sally Cameron
Guest – Sally Cameron (Vocalist)Host – Dr. Nick ParnellAs we approach the popular Generations in Jazz competition, many music teachers are asking ...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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20:06
Music Teaching in the Era of Covid-19 - Mat Noble
Guest - Mat Noble (music director)Host - Dr. Nick ParnellAs the 2022 teaching year kicks off, music teachers are again faced with a variety of challenges in navigating the effects of Covid-19. In this episode, music director Mat Nob...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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50:56
Trailer - The Music Teacher's Survival Guide by Musikko
The Music Teacher’s Survival Guide by Musikko is the podcast for music directors, music class-room teachers and instrumental teachers. Each episode musician and educator, Dr. Nick Parnell, talks to leading teachers about the...
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Episode 0
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