Everything Band Podcast

Composer and conductor Brian Balmages is the Director of Instrumental Publications for The FJH Music Company and a passionate advocate for music education. Topics: Brian’s background growing up as the son of a band director and the influence his father had on his early musical career. Brian’s move from performer to composer and conductor and his approach to writing music for young band and orchestra. The role of the conductor in an ensemble and the importance of programming music that inspires you and your students. What it looks like to commission a work from Brian and his role at FJH Publications. Links: Brian Balmages FJH Music Company, Inc. Mahler: Symphony no. 2 "Resurrection" Balmages: Grace Biography: Brian Balmages (b. 1975) is an award-winning composer, conductor, producer, and performer. He holds a bachelor’s degree in music from James Madison University and a master’s degree from the University of Miami in Florida. His compositions have been performed worldwide at the state, national and intern