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The Band Dads Podcast

The Band Dads
Music Education
Marching Band
Band Camp
Band Parenting
Parent Involvement
Adjudication Process
Band Culture
Band Participation
Band Directors
Band Dads Podcast
Education
High School Band Programs
Band
Jaxon Landfair
Community Support
Performance Evaluation
Band Parents
Band Competition
Parenting
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Ever sat through a band concert wondering how your kid suddenly knows 12 instruments but still can’t find their shoes? Or nodded along as the band director explained “dot books” and “horn angles” like you weren’t completely lost? Then The Band Dad’s Podcast is for you!

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Welcome to Offbeat—a new Band Dads series where Chris and Scott go beyond the music to explore the fascinating, unusual, and sometimes downright bizarre stories behind the figures who shaped band, music education, and the art form w... more

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What Band Directors Face When It’s Just Them

Even when marching season may be over, the competition hasn’t stopped.

This time of year, band programs shift into a world that many parents and even students don’t fully understand: co... more

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Scott and Chris leave the confines the Scott Lang Library and take you with them to the heart of New York City—where towering skyscrapers, the energy of Times Square, and the buzz of 5th Avenue set the stage for a once-in-a-lifetime... more

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The Band Dads are on the other side of the mic!

In this special bonus episode, Scott and Chris join Robin Eissler, founder and CEO of Booster Hub, as guests on The Boosted Volunteer Podcast. What starts as an interview quickly turn... more

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Recent Guests

Jon Gott
Orchestra Director at Basha High School
Basha High School
Episode: Carnegie Hall & Canceled Flights : NYC Travel Edition
Chris Flynn
Band Dad, co-host of The Band Dads Podcast
The Band Dads Podcast
Episode: The Band Dads Get Boosted!
Scott Lang
Band Director, co-host of The Band Dads Podcast
The Band Dads Podcast
Episode: The Band Dads Get Boosted!
Libby Denny
Band director's wife, involved in the band community
Episode: The Real Band Wives Part 1
Darrin Davis
Marching band show designer and educator
Broken Arrow Pride
Episode: Darrin Davis : From Camp to Competition
Jay Landfair
Father of Jaxon and spokesperson for the Jaxon Foundation
Jaxon Foundation
Episode: Inside Band Camp - Part 2
Jessica Landfair
Mother of Jaxon and spokesperson for the Jaxon Foundation
Jaxon Foundation
Episode: Inside Band Camp - Part 2
Andrew Yocum
Visual Caption Head for Basha Band
Episode: Inside Band Camp - Part 1
Miles Denny
Director of Bands at Basha High School
Basha High School
Episode: Backstage with Miles Denny

Hosts

Chris Flynn
Co-host of The Band Dads Podcast; frequent guest on topics around band education, recruitment, and parental involvement.
Scott Lang
Co-host, often leads discussions on marching band culture, education policies, and program sustainability.
Shannon
Co-host; contributes insights from band parent experiences and community storytelling.
Leah
Co-host; active in band mom circles with emphasis on community support and event coordination.
Becky
Co-host; focuses on parental involvement and storytelling within the band community.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • Band parents - please listen to

    I’ve seen Scott in person a couple of times, and Chris is the perfect counter to Scott’s wackiness. I will recommend this podcast to our band parents!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Band Geek Mike
    United States10 months ago
  • Band Dads Rock

    Great idea for a podcast, I hope you are able to grow a following and help community grow. Best!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KevinHayward
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the practical advice for managing band programs and parent involvement.
The hosts' balance of humor and real-world experience helps families feel understood and supported.
Guests and stories reinforce a strong sense of community among band families and educators.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Offbeat: Percy Grainger
Q: If he were live today, would you have him as a clinician for your kids?
They express skepticism about exposing younger players to Grainger's controversial personal life, preferring to seek clinicians with less public controversy for youth programs, while acknowledging his artistic genius.
Offbeat: Percy Grainger
Q: How many whips is too many whips?
The hosts discuss that there's no universal limit to number of whips, suggesting it depends on personal or archival interest rather than utility, and acknowledge the oddity as part of Grainger's eccentric persona.
Carnegie Hall & Canceled Flights : NYC Travel Edition
Q: What role do boosters play in enabling large trips like this?
Boosters provide essential fundraising, logistical support, and on-the-ground coordination to keep costs manageable and ensure a smooth experience for students.
Carnegie Hall & Canceled Flights : NYC Travel Edition
Q: How does the team handle major travel disruptions while keeping students safe and engaged?
They rely on contingency planning, strong administrative support, and a trusted intermediary (Terra Travel) to rebook and organize transportation, hotel stays, and meals, while keeping clear communication with parents and students.
Fill the Darn Chair: A Practical Guide to Recruitment & Retention
Q: Who's the most important person in recruitment and retention?
The existing students and the program themselves.

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A humorous, community-forward show centered on band parenting and music education. Episodes blend personal stories from band moms and dads with practical advice for recruiting, retaining students, and navigating the chaotic schedules that come with school bands. Listeners can expect candid anecdotes, a strong emphasis on parental involvement, and a celebration of band culture and community support, often balancing heartfelt moments with lighthearted banter. The show stands out for turning everyday band life into a collaborative, advice-driven conversation, with guests and hosts who frequently revisit how to keep programs thriving despite limited resources and busy families.

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