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Band BFFs

Band BFFs

By: Katie Lewis and Laura Bell
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Hosts Katie Lewis and Laura Bell are the Band BFF's! This podcast is The One Where We Discuss Band Music. Cheers to starting the conversation!

2024 Art Entertainment & Performing Arts Music
Episodes
  • Hsien

    Hsien
    Sep 8 2025

    In this episode of Band BFFs, we dive into Hsien by Earl J. Fox Jr. — a lyrical and energetic grade 2 piece featuring a slow-fast-slow form. With beautiful solo moments, demanding high-range passages, and intricate articulation, this piece offers rich musical challenges and ensemble development for mature middle school bands.
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    24 mins
  • Dark Star

    Dark Star
    Sep 1 2025

    In this episode of Band BFFs, Katie and Laura explore Dark Star by Christina Huss—a Texas PML Grade 1 piece perfect for fall concerts, featuring bold low brass lines, rich percussion textures, and accessible writing that lets younger woodwinds shine without being overexposed. They highlight its versatility, teachable phrasing moments, and why it’s a great pick for developing ensembles.
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    13 mins
  • Basilisk

    Basilisk
    Aug 25 2025

    In this episode of Band BFFs, Katie and Laura dive into Basilisk by Tyler Arcari, a 2025 Grade 1.5 piece full of engaging effects, rich textures, and performance opportunities perfect for middle school or region bands. They break down its instrumentation, percussion needs, unique water bottle effects, and why it’s both fun and pedagogically useful.
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    19 mins
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