My Conversation with Daniel Montoya Jr.
I was #humbled and #blessed to be featured as the first guest ever on my friend Daniel Montoya Jr.'s new podcast, called Sketchbook! Take a listen! Big thanks to Daniel for a wonderful conversation! You can check out more about Daniel and Sketchbook...
How to Make Your Band Sound Better Right Now!
It's that time of year. Your first football game is behind you. Your first contest is around the corner. You can perform a good two thirds of your show without anyone running into each other. Things are on track! There's just one problem. Now things have...
Evan VanDoren joins Santa Clara Vanguard as Brass Arranger
I am humbled beyond words to announce I have accepted the position of brass arranger with the Santa Clara Vanguard! I could not be more excited to join the Santa Clara Vanguard family! To have the opportunity to contribute to one of the most successful...
Marching Band Movement: an online course for everyone!
The marching arts has evolved faster than ever the last 10-15 years, requiring a new level of movement education for teachers everywhere that extends well beyond the realm of just “marching”. While there are specialists out there who can provide this...
Podcast Feature: The Crucial Musical Choices for Marching Band Success that YOU need to know!
Check out the final portion of my chat with John Denis, Assistant Professor of Music Education at Texas State University, as we conclude our chat, this time focusing in on some of the crucial musical choices you need know know about! Have a question about something on...
Podcast Feature: Why you NEED to put your music with the feet in Marching Band!
Check out the second portion of my chat with John Denis, Assistant Professor of Music Education at Texas State University, as we continue our chat about some of the simple concepts your band can implement next year to take it to the next level! If you missed the first...
3 VanDoren Music clients win Class Championships at the Bands of America Super Regional!
Congratulations to these VanDoren Music clients, each winning their respective class championships, and sweeping all captions, at the Bands of America San Antonio Super Regional!Robinson HS (Consulting), Class 1A ChampionsRouse HS (Arrangements ), Class 2A...
5 VanDoren Music bands advance to the UIL State Marching Contest!
Congratulations to the five outstanding band programs below who have earned the privilege of advancing to the UIL State Marching Contest! You can find the prelims schedules for the UIL State Marching Contest here! Best of luck to these incredible teachers...
ALL 24 VanDoren Music Texas Bands earn Sweepstakes at UIL Region Contests!
A huge congratulations to all 24 VanDoren Music Texas Bands for earning the Sweepstakes awards at their respective UIL Region Contests over the last week!Custom Arrangement ClientsA&M Consolidated HSBelton HSEdinburg HSGrulla HSHighland Park HSJame...