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The Band Dads Podcast
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Ever sat through a band concert wondering how your kid suddenly knows 12 instruments but still can’t find their shoes? Or nodded along as the band director explained “dot books” and “horn angles” like you weren’t completely lost? Then The Band Dad’s Podcast is for you!
Join us as we break down the wild, wonderful, and slightly chaotic world of band parenting with humor, sarcasm, and just enough actual knowledge to keep us from getting kicked out of the booster club. Whether you're a seasoned band parent or still figuring out what a “reed” is, we’ve got your back. Tune in—confusion loves company!
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The Band Dads Podcast
From Camp to Competition
In this episode of the Band Dads Podcast, we’re once again joined by Darrin Davis — one of the premier minds in the marching arts, current DCI and BOA judge, and the former director of the four-time Grand National Champion Pride of Broken Arrow.
Together, we dive into what happens starting at camp and go through the competition season:
- What is the true objective by the time students leave those long, hot summer days?
- How much influence do judges’ critiques really have on shaping a show?
- Are show moments ever deliberately held back for maximum impact later in the season?
- How late can changes still be made?
- And the big question: is a show ever really finished?
Darrin brings a candid and refreshing perspective, revealing that while the details may vary, the heart of the activity never changes — and it’s not about chasing the highest score. It’s about growth, experience, and creating something unforgettable together.
This is not just “part two” — it’s the rest of the story.
Thank you to the Coyote Pride from Campo Verde High School in Gilbert Arizona for our intro this week!
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