"The Pulse"

"The Pulse" is featuring two dynamic and influential band directors. This episode is part of our feature on African-American Female Band Directors, and highlights Ms. Cybil Haskins and Mrs. Krystal Williams. These two highly influential and professional music educators will share perspectives and insights motivating the next generation of music educators.  Please remember to "like" and "share" each episode of "The Pulse." 

    One of the most important parts of a great halftime show or a battle of bands show is the “hype element of the halftime announcer.” This podcast features one of the most exciting African-American Female Announcers in the world of HBCU marching bands. I cannot imagine viewing an HBCU show without an effective announcer. So, tonight, we will get some insight into what it takes to announce for the PVAMU Marching Storm from an African American Woman’s perspective. 

A great podcast series featuring two of the most dynamic African-American Female Band Directors on the scene. This podcast features the following; Ms. Sybil James (Jackson State University Grad)- Director of Bands- Willowridge High School- Houston, Texas  Dr. Kerry Anne Simon- Director of Bands- Mississippi Valley State University - Ita Bena, Mississippi/ http://[email protected] - office #-662-254-3490  Visit www.m-i-p-c1.com for more information on auditions at Mississippi Valley State University, give the Class of 2020 the chance to earn an opportunity to perform with the MVSU Band Program in the Fall of 2020.  Music educators take the opportunity to listen to this episode. Also, visit the BAND DIRECTORS HAPPY HOUR at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82264862976?pwd=Z2VyNCtiZUU4MG45SDNlNnJkbHpLdz09 - every Monday at 6 pm. A great way to collaborate and share valuable information. 

This podcast is an effort to gain more information from an HBCU Marching Band Program that is probably still in recruitment mode during these challenging times. I cannot imagine the possible difficulties involved with recruitment right now, during social distancing and public school closures. Gaining some possible insight on recruitment for HBCU Marching Band Programs is well-versed in recruitment for the Texas Southern University “Ocean of Soul” Marching Band. We welcome Professor Darryl Singleton on this episode to share some knowledge and information about recruitment in its current state for HBCU Band Programs. 

This episode features an interview with Mr. Van Henry- UIL Judge and an award-winning band director. Shared info will include a discussion about the following;  1. Preparation for UIL Marching Competition and Festivals  2. Preparation during the School Closures, Social-Distancing, and COVID-19 Impact on Planning for the fall of 2020  Valuable information on "how to develop a successful path to preparing for the fall of 2020." Directors do not miss this episode and please leave a message for more information.  www.m-i-p-c1.com