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After Sectionals

Darcy Vogt Williams
Music Education
Band Pedagogy
Band Education
UIL
Student Engagement
Teaching Strategies
Saxophone
Clarinet
Harry Potter
Accepting Criticism
Band Directing
Music Pedagogy
Breathing Techniques
Recruitment
Kaleidoscope Adventures
Central Texas
Instrument Recruitment
End Of Year Reflection
Posture
Parent Interaction

Welcome to After Sectionals, the podcast about all things band recorded when it's fresh on our minds. We come to you from the Stiles MS band hall - home of chickens and lost tuners. Join our staff (Darcy Vogt Williams, Jenna Yee, and TJ West) as we talk band pedagogy, talk smack, and everything in between right after sectionals.

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In this episode we meet Raghav Vemuganti, our new 4th band director at Stiles MS who is a recent graduate of UT Austin and a clarinet player.

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In this episode, TJ, Jenna, and Darcy summarize the 2025-26 school year in which the program exploded and new schedules made life possible.

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In this episode Darcy talks about introducting vibrato to our beginner flute, double reed, and saxophone classes and how to incorporate it as a fundamental and into fundamentals well before it makes an appearance in songs.

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In this episode we share our 5th Grade Parent Night Meeting in which all incoming 5th grade families come to learn about the classes their children can take once in 6th grade. This is a live recording of our band sales pitch.

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Recent Guests

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Hosts

Darcy Vogt Williams
Host of After Sectionals; one of the three main directors at Stiles (Stiles MS Band program in Central Texas).
Jenna Yee
Co-host/Director at Stiles MS Band; host of After Sectionals.
TJ West
Co-host of After Sectionals; host of After Sectionals.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 467 ratings
  • Best band in service ever

    This series has helped me grow as a teacher. It should be required listening for all music Ed majors and beginners

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Whatsup1980
    United States5 months ago
  • Amazing

    Love hearing the podcasts helps with band

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jatinlibra
    United Statesa year ago
  • ?!???????

    Mr West?!?!?? He always talks about tennis and nothing else it kind of annoying no offense also clarinets are not the only instrument also I am not a sixth grader

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Peaceloveandoboes4eva
    United States2 years ago
  • Hahahaha 😆

    No offense but …

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    #biggestbestestfaneverr
    United States3 years ago
  • Great Podcast, Here’s a Question

    It’s very fun listening to your podcast, here’s my question: Did you know that some of your students (including me) are listening? Just wondering, and I wanted to say that your podcast is great!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    SMS Perc
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Educators cite it as a go-to resource for band program management and pedagogy.
Listeners praise its practical teaching tips and the host camaraderie.
Many appreciate the relatable, unscripted discussions and real-world classroom stories.
Listeners often mention how the show helps with recruitment and student engagement.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

AS 808 - Holiday Binge Interview Style
Q: What do you want to achieve before you retire?
I want to figure out how to have a full body battery every day, so I can enjoy my work while feeling energized.
AS 808 - Holiday Binge Interview Style
Q: What has been the low point of your career?
My first year teaching during COVID was tough, and the challenges were overwhelming.
AS 808 - Holiday Binge Interview Style
Q: How did you know that you liked teaching?
I really liked being a section leader and helping my friends learn, which made me realize I enjoyed teaching.
AS 808 - Holiday Binge Interview Style
Q: Why the heck did you major in music?
I just liked it and thought it was fun. I was good at it, and that made me realize I liked it more when I started teaching.
AS 905 - Longevity
Q: How do we prioritize mental health and family?
By ensuring time spent together and maintaining work-life balance, we prioritize mental health by dedicating time for personal enjoyment and family interaction.

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What is After Sectionals about and what kind of topics does it cover?

- This show centers on practical band pedagogy, classroom management, recruitment, and performance preparation, all seasoned with candid storytelling from a trio of veteran middle school band educators. Episodes emphasize actionable teaching strategies, student engagement, and program logistics, often with real-world anecdotes and host banter that keeps the material approachable for teachers at all levels. A notable strength is how the hosts openly discuss challenges (class size, logistics, funding, and travel) while sharing tested methods and resources that listeners can adapt. The format blends classroom tips with behind-the-scenes program insights, making it a go-to for educators seeking proven ideas and a relatable voice in music educat... more

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