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The Orchestra Teacher Podcast

Dr. Charles Laux
Music Education
String Pedagogy
Orchestra
Orchestra Education
Education
String Teaching
Brian Balmages
Orchestra Pedagogy
Cello Pedagogy
Orchestral Music
Band Education
Music Composition
Carnegie Hall
Classroom Management
Midwest Clinic
Performance Travel
Creativity In Education
Makemusic Cloud
Teaching Strategies
Fulbright Program

The Orchestra Teacher Podcast is a show for string and orchestra educators at every level. Hosted by veteran orchestra director Dr. Charles Laux, each episode features conversations with master teachers, clinicians, composers, and leaders in music education. Topics include string pedagogy, rehearsal techniques, program building, recruitment, and sustaining a successful orchestra program. The podca... more

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Latest Episodes

Episode 159: Teaching Beyond the Notes: Creativity, Assessment & Musicality with Abby Alwin

How can we make assessment more meaningful, encourage students to take musical risks, and keep creativity at the center of our orchestra classrooms?

In this... more

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Episode 158 – Richard Meyer: Teaching, Composing, Rehearsing, and Sharing What We Know

In Episode 158, Dr. Charles Laux welcomes legendary string educator and composer Richard Meyer to The Orchestra Teacher Podcast.

Richard spent 35 years teaching ... more

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Episode 157 – The “Forbidden” Skill of String Playing: Tuning Pegs, Agency & Innovation with Wesley Hamilton

What if we've been teaching string players to fear one of the most important parts of their instruments?

In Episode 157, Dr. Charles Laux t... more

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What if the skills you learned outside of music could completely change the way you build and lead an orchestra program?

In Episode 156, Dr. Charles Laux talks with Charles “Chuck” Bossert, Director of Orchestras at Gray’s Creek Middle School and Gr... more

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Recent Guests

Abby Alwin
Middle school director, Ann Arbor Public Schools
Ann Arbor Public Schools
Episode: 159. Teaching Beyond the Notes: Creativity, Assessment & Musicality with Abby Alwin
Richard Meyer
Composer and educator, 35-year public school teaching career
Composer and former teacher, Dragon Hunter author
Episode: 158. Richard Meyer: Teaching, Composing, Rehearsing, and Sharing What We Know
Wesley Hamilton
String teacher; PhD candidate at Johns Hopkins Peabody Conservatory; researcher and inventor
Johns Hopkins Peabody Conservatory; PAVA Center for Student Entrepreneurship
Episode: 157. The “Forbidden” Skill of String Playing: Tuning Pegs, Agency & Innovation with Wesley Hamilton
Charles Bossert
Middle/High School Orchestra Director in Gray's Creek, North Carolina
Gray's Creek School District (North Carolina)
Episode: 156. Building an Orchestra Program Through Recruiting, Leadership, Fundraising & Legacy with Charles Bossert
Kristen Ferguson
Orchestra teacher in Missouri who championed affordable, inclusive access to string programs
Unknown district in Missouri
Episode: 155. Kristen Ferguson: Creating an Orchestra for Everyone
Lee Anderson
Orchestra Director at Fairview High School, Boulder, Colorado
Fairview High School
Episode: 154. Building a Thriving Orchestra Program: Lessons from Lee Anderson
Robert Gardner
Music education scholar and educator; professor at Penn State
Penn State University
Episode: 153. Preparing the Next Generation of Orchestra Teachers with Dr. Robert Gardner
Zoe Whittle
Orchestra Director at Palmer Middle School, Cobb County, Georgia
Palmer Middle School
Episode: 152. From Band to Orchestra—How Zoe Whittle is Building a Thriving Middle School Program
Sixto Elizondo IV
Guest on The Orchestra Teacher Podcast; long-tenured high school orchestra director from Reagan High School
Reagan High School, San Antonio, Texas
Episode: 151. Excellence Through Community, Leadership, and Music with Sixto Elizondo IV

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Dr. Charles Laux
Host of the program; leading voice in music education and orchestral pedagogy.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • DR LAUX IS THE BEST

    GO LISTEN TO THIS PODCAST PLEASE HES A GREAT TEACHER I WOULD KNOW, IM IN HIS CLASS

    Audible
    5
    katy
    United Statesa year ago
  • GO LISTEN TO THIS PODCAST PLEASE HES A GREAT TEACHER I WOULD KNOW, IM IN HIS CLASS

    Audible
    5
    katy
    United Statesa year ago
  • Invaluable

    This has given me so much helpful information as a first year teacher. String content is very hard to come by, which makes this invaluable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    annie18
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent!

    This is a very good podcast and I eagerly await the next episode. Thank you for providing helpful resources and valuable information/topics. My students enjoy the bow warm-up video and we use the resources provided on the website often! Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RosaMickey
    United States5 years ago
  • This is the podcast I desperately needed!

    I’m new to being an orchestra teacher and need every bit of advice and guidance I can get. At TMEA this year I was fortunate enough to be in one of Mr. Laux’s sessions and walked away thoroughly excited. Within 5 minutes I had subscribed to this podcast and had all the episodes downloaded. I listened the entire trip home (3 hours from San Antonio to San Angelo) and every chance I have gotten since. Keep them coming PLEASE!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brother_Dave
    United States7 years ago

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Passionate about accessibility and leadership development in orchestral programs.
Credible guests and real-world program-building stories make it actionable for teachers.
Listeners appreciate the mix of pedagogy, administration, and travel/event planning insights.
Clear focus on practical, classroom-ready strategies that listeners can apply immediately.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

157. The “Forbidden” Skill of String Playing: Tuning Pegs, Agency & Innovation with Wesley Hamilton
Q: What inspired you to develop a risk-free practice tool for tuning pegs?
Wes describes leveraging a Peabody entrepreneurship course to prototype a safe, classroom-friendly peg practice tool, culminating in a pitch competition win and subsequent accelerator support.
157. The “Forbidden” Skill of String Playing: Tuning Pegs, Agency & Innovation with Wesley Hamilton
Q: Is The Practice Peg currently for sale and how can listeners find it?
Yes, the Practice Peg is for sale; listeners can find it via social channels (Instagram, YouTube, TikTok) and the website wickedviolist.com with pre-order options.
150. A Lifetime of Service to Orchestra Education with Jim Palmer
Q: How did you decide to move from teaching to publishing and editing with Excelsia Music?
A combination of wanting to stay connected to education, needing a steady balance for family, and the opportunity to have a broader educational impact by producing clear, well-edited music for students and teachers.
145. Conducting, Curiosity, and Continuous Growth with Dr. Selim Giray
Q: How do you approach teaching musicianship through orchestral and chamber contexts, and what tricks of the trade do you rely on?
The approach centers on individualized pedagogy, leveraging different modalities and evolving teaching strategies to help each student reach an aha moment, while recognizing that coaching chamber music, studio work, and classroom teaching each require distinct approaches and ongoing professional reading and development.
145. Conducting, Curiosity, and Continuous Growth with Dr. Selim Giray
Q: What are some of the biggest philosophical takeaways you try to instill in your students?
The core idea is making authentic connections with each student, recognizing that learning styles vary, and finding the moment of discovery that helps a student grasp a concept or skill, whether through a playful moment or a proven method, while keeping music at the center of the learning process.

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What is The Orchestra Teacher Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, teacher-centered show that helps string and orchestra educators grow programs, recruit students, and sustain high-quality ensembles. Episodes mix field-tested strategies for leadership, fundraising, and community engagement with pedagogy-focused discussions—often featuring experienced school directors, university-affiliated educators, and advocates who bring real-world classroom and program-building insights. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on inclusive access, student leadership, and scalable program growth across diverse school settings, from middle to high school. This mix makes it a strong resource for teachers seeking actionable ideas, mentors, and evidence-based approaches to advance their orchestral programs and th... more

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Recent guests on The Orchestra Teacher Podcast include:

1. Abby Alwin
2. Richard Meyer
3. Wesley Hamilton
4. Charles Bossert
5. Kristen Ferguson
6. Lee Anderson
7. Robert Gardner
8. Zoe Whittle

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