Where the heck did all this snow come from? While the calendar may not officially say it yet, winter seems to be upon us!


15 Ways to Navigate Imposter Syndrome

Are you feeling a bit out of your depth? Does everyone else seem to have it together but you're struggling? You may suffer from Imposter Syndrome!

Good news – It is not chronic and Don Stinson wrote and excellent article outlining 15 tips and ideas of how to overcome this feeling we have all had.

#ImposterSyndrome #MusicEducation #DonStinson #OvercomingObstacles #EducatorResources

https://hub.yamaha.com/music-educators/prof-dev/self-care/imposter-syndrome/?fbclid=IwAR2G414xHzPGJxT_n4DKM0uK7V11LTdWJexNNpGWLVgc_ycL8ulFnjeOABs


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Basic Rudiments in an Afro Cuban Drumming Style

If you need some help on how to use rudiments with a 6/8 afro-cuban feel then try using these 3 ideas to get started. Double paradiddle, paradiddlediddle and the swiss triplet. No, they're not an authentic afro-cuban figure but at least they'll get you going on some coordination.

#doubleparadiddles #paradiddlediddle #swisstriplets #afrocubandrumming #drumcoordination #rudiments #drumrudiments #drumming #drumsetcoordination #drumpractice #drumswestdrumshop #peterknudsondrums

https://youtube.com/shorts/kT9whrBdeOo?feature=share


*ALSO*

Recording a Drum Video with the RODE Wireless PRO

Drew wanted to test out an idea – instead of his usual rig, could he record a drum video with quality stereo sound using a portable wireless system? With 32-bit float recording, the RODE Wireless PRO seemed to be the perfect test case. But did it work? You be the judge!

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgDCXJnZJDPmLsJh0ouvBPA/community


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Excerpted from “Finding the Silver Lining in Eighty Years of Missed Opportunity”, as published on The Podcasting Store’s Medium page.

“…Shuffling some accumulated clutter aside, I saw an old wooden box with barley a scratch on it. Obviously an antique, I was curious to see its contents. What I discovered inside intrigued me.

“Look what I found!” I exclaimed to dad.

I presented the box to my father. Within its burgundy velvet lined interior was a heavily tarnished set of silverware.

“That belonged to your grandparents,” he said. “It was a wedding present. I don’t think that they ever used it.”

I was crestfallen. Here was a beautiful set of silver, every piece accounted for, but it had no memories. No birthday dinners, no anniversary meals, no holiday feasts. It had lived in this box for decades, patiently waiting for a day that would be special enough to deserve such reverie. Unfortunately for my grandparents that day would never come.

“Such a shame,” I said. “It’s like the movie Sideways. Paul Giamatti’s character had this special bottle of wine he was saving for ‘someday’. In the end he drinks it out of a Styrofoam cup at McDonald’s.”

“Would you like to have it?” dad asked…”

https://thepodcastingstore.medium.com/finding-the-silver-lining-in-eighty-years-of-missed-opportunity-b42a6e990ccd

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As we enjoy a brief respite for the Thanksgiving holiday, that you for your support throughout the year. We could not do what we do without you!



Charming the Snake. It’s the View from the Road

Enrollment in string programs is lagging behind band in the area. While there are no easy answers to solving this problem, Drew suggests in part using a technique known as “charming the snake”.

No video next week due to the holiday. Have a happy Thanksgiving everyone!

#BoomerMusic #ViewFromTheRoad #MusicEducation #SchoolMusic #Teamwork #StudentEngagement #CharmingTheSnake #Strings #Recruiting

https://youtu.be/qgnDYqFNeUI


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Hi Hat Foot Workout!! Let's Get Physical.

Tired of your hi hat foot just sitting on the pedal and occasionally lifting up? Here are several great ideas to spice up your hi hat foot coordination while adding new dimensions to your playing. Blues, rock, latin, country AND western, techno, jazz music will all benefit from these ideas. #drumcoordination #hihats #playingdrums #drumming #drumindependence #musiceducation #hihatfoot # drummingeducation #peterknudsondrums #drumswestdrumshop #creativedrumming

https://youtu.be/JOXDWxAXYAo


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Fixing Output Monitoring in Davinci Resolve

Does DaVinci Resolve not recognize your headphones? There are not one but *TWO* places you need to make sure are properly selected or you will not get any sound. This short explains.

#ThePodcastingStore #DaVinciResolve #VideoEditing #SoundMonitoring #SoundOutput

https://youtu.be/rrH9zgFQYtU


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Excerpted from “The Gradual Path of Skill Building”, as published on The Podcasting Store’s Medium page.

“Watching Timothy on the soccer field I can’t help but be proud. Last season, his first playing organized team sports, he struggled. Every goal against his team was an annoyance and each loss was unacceptable. He was so focused on winning that he was forgetting to enjoy the game.

Multiple times throughout the season he lost his temper, overwhelmed by the challenge of it all. He threatened to quit, but we encouraged him to stick with it for the season rather than abandon his team and leave them shorthanded.

I can scarcely remember a time when I did not know how to play trumpet. Having chosen it as my instrument when I was ten years old, there have been decades of rehearsals and countless hours of practice.

I do remember my first concert in middle school, when everything was fresh and new. Our director did a small demonstration at the start of the performance, asking the band to play like we did the first time we picked up our instrument. The ensuing cacophony was deafening and, if I’m being honest, the actual performance that followed was not a significant improvement…”

https://thepodcastingstore.medium.com/the-gradual-path-of-skill-building-f2c675db3f4a

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Does DaVinci Resolve not recognize your headphones? There are not one but *TWO* places you need to make sure are properly selected or you will not get any sound. This short explains.

#ThePodcastingStore #DaVinciResolve #VideoEditing #SoundMonitoring #SoundOutput

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Step-Up Day is here! This coming Saturday is your chance to audition a new instrument and upgrade your sound. As always, we will have the widest selection, manufacturer representatives, and great financing options so you can make the best decision for your new instrument. We’ll see you at Boomer Music Saturday, November 18th from 10-4!


Part of the Journey. It’s the View from the Road

Drew got to do something this week he has not done in decades – sit in on a high school band rehearsal! This was for in-school tryouts of step-up instruments so that the students could explore professional equipment in a familiar setting. Being a part of the musical journey of these students is very special to us and we never take it for granted.

#BoomerMusic #ViewFromTheRoad #MusicEducation #SchoolMusic #Teamwork #StudentEngagement #StepUpDay

https://youtu.be/QfNyVH_Ak84


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Got Big Feet? Try this Alternate Foot Splash Technique!

Want to make the most of Peter’s foot splash tips but think you can’t because your feet are big? No problem! With this alternate technique you’ll be up to speed in no time.

#hihats #hihatcoordination #hihatfoot #playingthehihats #drums #drumming #musiceducation #drumcoordination #drumpractice #drumswestdrumshop #peterknudsondrums

https://youtube.com/shorts/j_9py_qi7N4


*ALSO*

5 Things to Consider When Upgrading Your Instrument

Are you ready to upgrade your instrument to a more professional model? Are you unsure whether now is the time? No worries, Drew has you covered in this short with the five things you should be thinking about when considering upgrading your instrument.

#BoomerMusic #StepUpInstruments #5Things #InstrumentUpgrade

https://youtu.be/6RUdc9kkO38


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Excerpted from “What Baby Clothes Teach Us About Upgrading Your Musical Instrument”, as published on The Podcasting Store’s Medium page.

“…Time and time again students and their parents ask questions like “which brand instrument is the best?” or “what’s appropriate for a sophomore?”. While trying to formulate an answer I remembered having similar thoughts organizing baby clothes just before Timothy was born.

Jamie and I were fortunate to have friends and family give us baby clothes before Timothy arrived. We sorted them by size: Newborn, 3-month, 6-month, and so on. Never having been a parent before, I had not realized the sizing conventions for infant clothing was based on age and not the size of the child.

This makes sense because that clothing is not intended to serve many functions beyond keeping the kid protected from the elements. It just needs to get them through to the next size up.

This “size by age” system continues well into the toddler years and just beyond. Sam, our youngest, is five and his clothing finally has measurements and not age ranges. Before, ages were sufficient since one shirt or pair of pants was just as good as another. Now he has favorite characters (Winnie the Pooh!), styles, and colors, and his clothing reflect those preferences.

Which comes full circle to the question of “What instrument is right for me?”…”

https://thepodcastingstore.medium.com/what-baby-clothes-teach-us-about-upgrading-your-musical-instrument-fb4fe798e21a

Read more essays like this at
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The next two weeks are wall to wall with in-school step up instrument tryouts. Step Up Day is November 18th, so if we’re not making it to your school this time around, come on by and audition your next instrument!


Crisscrossing the District! It’s the View from the Road

Drew did something he tries not to do – backtracking and making visits to schools out of order. But with Step Up Day in school tryouts coming up and too much to do in too few hours, sometimes the way forward is back.

Along the way he saw a great way a teacher is inspiring students to stick with band while in middle school and across the crucial transition into high school.

#BoomerMusic #ViewFromTheRoad #MusicEducation #SchoolMusic #Teamwork #StudentEngagement

https://youtu.be/_0JVLMHdkgs


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Hi Hat Dynamics! Just lift your toes and BAM! It's magic

If you want to be a more dynamic player then you need to learn how to use different tension levels with your hi hat foot. Keep the heel down and lift the front of the foot to achieve MANY different sounds from the hi hat. Tight, hissy, loose, clangy, it can all be done with a little practice.

#hihats #hihatcoordination #hihatfoot #playingthehihats #drums #drumming #musiceducation #drumcoordination #drumpractice #drumswestdrumshop #peterknudsondrums

https://youtu.be/yzUtIo_iBc4


*ALSO*

Unboxing the R0DE Wireless PRO

It’s finally here! The R0DE Wireless PRO has arrived and Drew recorded the unboxing. While this is not a demo video (those are coming!) this will give you a quick tour of what is included and what you can expect from this game changing wireless system.

#R0DE #WirelessPRO #ThePodcastingStore #WirelessSystem #ContentCreation #32-BitFloat #Timecode

https://youtu.be/nfITcIK41_M


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Excerpted from “Beyond the Trophies: The True Triumphs of a High School Marching Band”, as published on The Podcasting Store’s Medium page.

“…marching band was new, exciting, and overwhelming. Seeing the upperclassmen in their white sateen NESBA championship jackets with the blue embroidery, the ones that could only be earned by winning finals, I felt the weight of a tradition of excellence. Though only a freshman, writing my own chapter in that history was my singular goal. We were well on our way, winning our first competition of the season but Terry, our instructor, quickly brought us back to earth with a resounding thud.

“You didn’t win, everyone else lost,” he said flatly. “Today you were the lid on the garbage pail.”

We put in the work to improve and won finals that year, earning the coveted white jacket. The next season we down every competition and earned another line of blue embroidery to mark our victory at finals. Taking Terry’s criticism to heart, my Nike band practice sweatshirt had a patch under the hood that said “Somewhere someone is practicing. And when you meet him in head-to-head competition, he will win.”

Marching band required dedication, but rarely felt like work. Rehearsals were a time to forget about homework and tests and stay truly focused in the moment. Two years and two championships were the fruits of that labor, and I was looking forward to adding more embroidery to my jacket.

Junior year was a time of crisis…”

https://thepodcastingstore.medium.com/beyond-the-trophies-the-true-triumphs-of-a-high-school-marching-band-af1373dbe7c7

Read more essays like this at
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It’s finally here! The R0DE Wireless PRO has arrived and Drew recorded the unboxing. While this is not a demo video (those are coming!) this will give you a quick tour of what is included and what you can expect from this game changing wireless system.

#R0DE #WirelessPRO #ThePodcastingStore #WirelessSystem #ContentCreation #32-BitFloat #Timecode

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Where the heck did fall go? As usual, it was here for a hot minute and now… snow. Stay warm out there and have a happy and safe Halloween.


It’s all in the Shuffle! It’s the View from the Road

This week Drew saw something really cool happening in the school district. Everyone is banding together to share resources, whether that is instruments or even people. We can do great things when we all work towards the same goal.

#BoomerMusic #ViewFromTheRoad #MusicEducation #SchoolMusic #Teamwork #StudentEngagement

https://youtu.be/fG3Cf-6Yczo


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Open HH 16th Note Placement

Here are some ideas for basic and not so basic ways to use the open hi hat sound. By using 16th notes you can put the open hi hat on the 1, the E, the &, and the Ah. Open the hi hat on every 3rd note to achieve a polyrhythmic feel or illusion. Use the left hand for open hi hat to gain more accuracy and texture from the groove. Have fun!

#drums #drumming #musiceducation #hihats #drumlesson #drumswestdrumshop #peterknudsondrums #boomermusic #creativedrumming #drumcoordination #playingdrums

https://youtu.be/lIwh2wK_WKY


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More to Start, Fewer to Quit – Tips on Recruitment and Retention

This month's MSFQ tips come from Dr. Charles T. Menghini, President Emeritus, VanderCook College of Music, and Co-Author of Essential Elements Band Method. It includes valuable tips for post recruitment reflection, retaining new players, and recognizing the students who make the program successful.
https://www.nammfoundation.org/articles/2023-10-27/more-start-fewer-quit-octobers-tips-help-grow-your-music-program

#NAMM #Music #MusicEducation #Education #MSFQ #NAMMFoundation


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Excerpted from “The Virtuoso Violinist Who Found Silver Screen Stardom”, a Musical Mystery published on The Podcasting Store’s Medium page.

“Tragedy struck Louis Feinberg at an early age. His father owned a watch repair and jewelry store in Philadelphia and kept acid on hand to test the gold content of pieces. One day the thirsty young boy mistook the bottle of acid for a drink and raised it to his lips.

Fortunately, his father knocked the toxic liquid from his hand before he could take a sip. Unfortunately, the acid spilled on his arm, burning it severely.

The muscles in his forearm were extensively damaged, so to restore strength they enrolled Louis in violin lessons. He had great aptitude for the instrument and planned to attend conservatory in Europe, but the outbreak of the Great War thwarted his dream.

Determined to perform, Louis played his violin on the vaudeville circuit. In the mid 1920’s, while the master of ceremonies at Rainbo Gardens in Chicago, he met Ted Healy and Samuel Horowitz. They were performers in a play and Samuel was taking a leave, so they asked Louis to fill in. This proved so successful that in 1929 Ted signed Louis, Samuel, and Samuel’s brother, Moses, to a contract for a new touring revue.

This was at the advent of a cutting-edge innovation in technology and entertainment, the talkie, an ideal medium for the short plays of vaudeville…”

https://thepodcastingstore.medium.com/the-virtuoso-violinist-who-found-silver-screen-stardom-a-musical-mystery-63ca5fb886c1

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This week is all about gathering data and getting out of our comfort zones. Whether it’s learning a new skill or interviewing for a job, a curious and questioning mind is always an asset.



Asking the Right Questions. It’s the View from the Road

This week Drew had a special guest in the van, none other than Wes Kreitz from Yamaha. Wes offered his insights into what he sees in music education not just in Colorado but across the country and why it is so important to ask the right questions before trying to find solutions to today’s educational challenges.

#BoomerMusic #ViewFromTheRoad #MusicEducation #SchoolMusic #Yamaha #StudentEngagement

https://youtu.be/Pe7WyOVxWRQ


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Three Foot Splash Techniques, in Short

A well-executed foot splash can be just the thing your beat needs to really groove. But how do you properly execute this technique? Peter gives you three strategies in this short.

#DrumsWest #PeterKnudson #Drums #Drumming #DrumTechniqe #FootSplash #HiHats #Shorts

View the Short – https://youtube.com/shorts/r76L8_diBlQ


*ALSO*

Help NAfME Advocate for Your Program!


How has your school/district used Federal funds to support music and arts instruction? Did your school’s music program receive Federal funds to support your music education program? Your stories are a vital part of our advocacy efforts, and we encourage you to participate in this important survey. Take the survey by October 27, and share it with others as well.

The National Association for Music Education (NAfME), in collaboration with The NAMM Foundation, the Educational Theatre Association (edTA), the National Dance Education Organization (NDEO), and the National Art Education Association (NAEA), are conducting an informal survey to collect data about the use of Federal funds to support music and the arts (dance, theatre, and visual arts) during the 2022–23 school year.
Why participate?
This information is crucial for our school music community's combined advocacy efforts.
1. Having more data will make them more effective in advocating for music in our schools.
2. More data will make them more effective in securing critical financial support for music in our schools in the future!

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KTR7DGM

#NAfME #NAMM #edTA #NDEO #NAEA #Music #MusicEducation #Arts #ArtsEducation #Education


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Excerpted from “Finding a Parachute on the Way to the Ground (Getting out of your comfort zone to discover new opportunities)” published on The Podcasting Store’s Medium page.

“…It was sophomore year and, finally deciding on a minor in Arts Administration, I needed an internship as part of my coursework. My roommate, Geoff, offhandedly mentioned that if I found summer work in Philadelphia, I could live with him on the New Jersey side of the Delaware River. Excited at the possibilities, I blindly submitted a letter to the Philadelphia Orchestra. To my surprise, an invitation to an interview arrived in my mailbox a few days later.

The day of the meeting arrived and, driving directions in hand, trepidation set in as I headed south on the NJ Turnpike. I had never even been to Philadelphia before. I felt like I had jumped out of an airplane in the hopes of finding a parachute on the way down…”

https://thepodcastingstore.medium.com/finding-a-parachute-on-the-way-to-the-ground-8657a5ba4e43

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First performances, baseball playoffs, and hockey season are all upon us (we will not be speaking of the Broncos). It’s is officially fall!


Time for Round One! It’s the View from the Road

The first round of concerts is upon us! For some kids this is their first opportunity to perform for an audience, which is always an exciting and nervous time. Some performances will go well, and others will be crucial learning opportunities. No matter which your student has, please be kind and know they’re doing their very best.

#BoomerMusic #ViewFromTheRoad #MusicEducation #Performing #SchoolMusic

https://youtu.be/QsUDW5JM0Ws


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How to Pick a Snare Drum, in Short

Is your current snare drum just not getting the job done? Are you feeling overwhelmed with options? Relax! In this short, Peter briefly walks you through the factors he considers when buying a new snare. And with 20+ snares in his collection, he’s tried them all!

#DrumsWest #PeterKnudson #Drums #Drumming #Gear #PickingADrum #NewSnare #Shorts

View the Short – https://youtu.be/It1uCkX_QEA
See the Full Video – https://youtu.be/qcV14RERDs0



*ALSO*

Resources for String Players!

Are you a new string player and overwhelmed with information? Are you an experienced player but still have some unanswered questions?

D’Addario has you covered!

With in-depth Guides and helpful How-to’s you’ll be up to speed in no time. Check out their violin, viola, and cello guide to see what free resources are available.

#Music #MusicEducation #Orchestra #D’Addario #Strings

https://www.daddario.com/globalassets/pdfs/orchestral/violin-viola–cello-survival-guide.pdf?dl=0

https://www.daddario.com/resources/orchestral/


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Excerpted from “Why My Store Celebrated its Birthday (Not Anniversary)” Published as “Combatting Chains” in Music Inc. Magazine, October 2023


“My heart sank when I heard the news. A large national music store chain was finally moving into my city to directly compete with my store.

We had enjoyed decades on a virtually uncontested island starting with Cindy Haraway, the founder and original owner of Boomer Music. She had always feared this during the early years as she established her fledgling business. This development had never come to fruition under her watch, but now it was on my doorstep.

Being honest with myself, I had grown complacent in the years leading up to that moment. My store’s offerings were expanding, adding additional road service areas and on-site repairs. The local school service became a lower priority and had suffered as a result. Giving up and letting competition enter the market unchecked was not an option, but how could we reconnect and reestablish our value within the local community? How could we remind them that when times were rough and other stores left the area, we were there for our local musicians and always would be?

Wracking my brain for a solution I had an epiphany – Cindy founded Boomer Music exactly 40 years earlier. Surviving one ownership change is a challenge for any business, but our store was going strong well into its second. This was the perfect opportunity to highlight our longevity while reminding the community of the unique promise of value that is Boomer Music.

We would have a birthday party…”

https://archive.maherpublications.com/view/86186445/30/

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