Take A Cue

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051 - Playing The Changes

October 19, 2026

🎙️ Episode SynopsisIn the Season 4 kickoff episode "Playing The Changes," co-hosts Jen and Erik reconnect after a six-to-seven-month hiatus to reflect on ending the 2025-2026 school year and kicking off 2026-2027. They candidly discuss the logistical challenges and emotional exhaustion of large ensemble sizes, district retirements, scheduling shifts, and navigating students with IEP protected minutes. Alongside classroom topics such as splitting middle school band sections, testing ...

050 - Hits, Flops, and The Essential Questions: A 50-Episode Retrospective

May 07, 2026

🎙️ Episode SynopsisIn this milestone 50th episode, Jen, Eric, and CJ celebrate four years of the Take A Cue podcast with a candid state of the union. The trio takes a break from their usual deep dives to check in on their own lives—covering everything from Eric’s transition away from marching band to CJ’s adventures as a first-year teacher with a 13-year-old polydactyl cat. They pull back the curtain on the podcast’s history, discussing which episodes struck a chord with listeners and which i...

049 - The Art of the Contemporary Score: A Deep Dive with Peter Sciaino

February 19, 2026

🎙️ Episode SynopsisIn this episode of Take a Cue, Jen and Erik sit down with composer, arranger, and educator Peter Sciaino for an in-depth conversation about writing music for student ensembles, building strong band culture, and balancing creativity with teaching and family life. From Pete’s early path into music education to his approach to composing accessible, engaging repertoire, the episode explores how thoughtful design, clear expectations, and joy in music-making can shape successful ...

The Growing Band Director · Low booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

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Who is an ideal guest for Take A Cue?

Take A Cue typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Composer/arranger, educator, or clinician with direct experience in teaching and/or writing for school ensembles (band/jazz/marching). Common among recent guests: Published instructional or performance repertoire; Authored methods and/or ensemble literature; Known as a clinician/educator for student ensembles. Recent guests include Peter Sciaino.

How hard is it to get booked on Take A Cue?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

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Recent episodes cover Music Education, Band Directing, Rehearsal, Marching Band, and Jazz Education. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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