Everything Band Podcast

My special guest for my first Fourth of July episode is Michael Colburn, former director of the United States Marine Corps Band ("The President's Own") and current band director at Butler University. Mike joins me to discuss his time in the Marines, his current position at Butler, and the importance of being ready for any opportunity that might come your way. Topics: Mike's background as a euphonium player and son of a high school band director Performance vs music education degrees and the need for musicians to be entrepreneurial A deep discussion into the Marine Band including auditions, requirements, it's mission, and a few anecdotes from Mike's time as director Mike's transition to becoming a conductor and the lessons he's brought to Butler University from his time in the Marines. Working with composers and his thoughts about the future of music education. His favorite work and performing Stars and Stripes Forever thousands of times. Links: Butler University The United States Marine Band, "The Presiden