a podcast for band directors, by band directors

band yap is a podcast created for music educators who live and breathe the world of band. hosted by texas band directors alexa and jose sanchez, the show features candid conversations, practical advice, and behind-the-scenes insights into the life of a band director.

whether you're a first-year teacher, a seasoned director, or a college student preparing to enter the profession, band yap offers real talk about music education, marching band, classroom management, job searching, program building, and work-life balance.

each episode explores the realities of teaching band in texas and beyond, from navigating uil and region auditions to recruiting beginners, managing burnout, working with administration, and leading a successful band program.

featured topics include:

teaching strategies for middle school and high school band

marching band design and instruction

concert band programming and pedagogy

resume tips and job search guidance for band directors

band culture, student leadership, and program development

insights from current educators and special guests in music education

tune in weekly for fresh episodes, thoughtful dialogue, and a supportive community that gets what it's like to live the band director life.

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band yap – honest talk for music educators who never stop learning