by Lesley Moffat
<p><strong>Welcome to the Band Director Boot Camp podcast, where productivity meets wellness for busy band directors.</strong> This is your dedicated space to find balance, inspiration, and practical strategies to elevate your music program without sacrificing your well-being.</p><p>As a band director, you know the intensity of juggling rehearsals, performances, and administrative duties. It’s easy to feel like you’re stuck on repeat, endlessly working through the same routines. But just like mastering a challenging piece, there’s a way to approach your daily demands with precision and ease, making it possible to achieve excellence without working around the clock.</p><p>Over the past two seasons, we've connected with band directors just like you, who’ve shared their unique strategies for staying productive and maintaining their health. Each episode offers insights and actionable tips that help you find your rhythm, ensuring your program thrives without burning you out.</p><p>In every conversation, we break down the barriers that make this profession so demanding and build a supportive community where we can get real about the challenges we face. Together, we celebrate the victories, learn from the setbacks, and inspire each other to create sustainable, fulfilling careers.</p><p>Consider this podcast your go-to resource for making real, impactful changes—because the work you do matters, and so does your health. Join us, band director, and let’s make music that resonates with productivity and wellness.</p><p>Tune in to the Band Director Boot Camp podcast – where you’re not just tuning in, you’re part of a community dedicated to making every day on the podium a little bit easier and a lot more rewarding.</p>
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April 16, 2025
<p>In this inspiring episode of the Band Director Boot Camp Podcast, host Lesley Moffat chats with Nancy Erickson Lamont, a Washington-based choir director, music educator, and accomplished jazz vocalist. Nancy’s journey proves that it’s never too late to reinvent yourself—whether you're 40, 50, or 60. After taking time off to raise a family, she returned to school, launched a teaching career in her 50s, and released multiple albums as a singer-songwriter.</p><p>Lesley and Nancy dive into how reclaiming your creative passions can boost mental health, reduce burnout, and set a powerful example for students. Nancy shares the three pillars that guide her life and teaching: lifelong learning, focused priorities, and creating without fear. Whether you're considering a personal comeback or simply looking to reconnect with your artistic self, Nancy's story will motivate you to take that first step.</p><p>You’ll learn:</p><ul><li>How Nancy transitioned from stay-at-home mom to full-time music educator and performer</li><li>Why personal creativity fuels professional growth</li><li>Strategies for setting boundaries and focusing on what really matters</li><li>Tips for easing back into performance—even if it’s been decades</li><li>How to nurture your health, your voice, and your joy</li></ul><p>🎵 Stick around for links to Nancy’s latest music and hear how collaboration helped her confidence bloom!</p><p>Here is the link to her Feature FM account, which links to her latest album on multiple streaming platforms: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://ffm.to/b8pkvnj">https://ffm.to/b8pkvnj</a></p>
April 9, 2025
<p>In this energizing episode of the Band Director Boot Camp Podcast, host Lesley Moffat chats with Erin Mahr, a band director who's made it her mission to run a marathon or half marathon in all 50 states. Lesley and Erin discuss the challenge of balancing a demanding career with personal wellness and how engaging in activities like marathon running can significantly enhance one's physical and mental health. </p><p>Erin shares her journey from a band director overwhelmed by her profession to becoming a goal-setting marathon runner who values self-care and scheduling. </p><p>Discover practical strategies for integrating personal passions with professional responsibilities, and learn how setting achievable goals can lead to a more fulfilling life both in and out of the band room.</p>
April 2, 2025
<p>In this episode of Band Director Boot Camp, host Lesley Moffat invites Tory Smith, a guitarist and manager of two cover bands, to discuss a groundbreaking tool designed to enhance rehearsal efficiency and performance confidence for musicians. Smith introduces a smart teleprompter that discreetly supports musicians by displaying lyrics and chords, reducing stress and organizational chaos commonly experienced in managing music sheets and performances. This tool, barely out in the market, promises to revolutionize how rehearsals and live performances are conducted by using features like wireless synchronization, color coding, auto transposing, and real-time lyric sharing through QR codes. Additionally, the upcoming AI features will allow voice commands to adjust musical keys and display options instantly. As this technology can significantly benefit band directors in both school and professional settings, the discussion also covers potential applications in educational environments to help keep students engaged and focused.</p><p><strong>Show Notes:</strong></p><ul><li>Introduction of the innovative smart teleprompter by Tory Smith.</li><li>Discussion on how this tool can alleviate common issues faced by musicians and band directors.</li><li>Benefits of using a teleprompter in educational settings and live performances.</li><li>Potential uses and adaptations of the teleprompter for different musical settings and needs.</li><li>Insights into the design process and the personal motivation behind the creation of this tool.</li><li>Future developments and AI integration in the teleprompter technology.</li><li>Advice on how music educators can access grant money to invest in such innovative tools.</li></ul><p>Here’s the link to the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://blackboxprompter.com?coupon=BANDDIRECTOR">smart teleprompte</a>r that also includes the promo code for 10% off that will be automatically applied.</p>
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