The Parent Pit Stop
For the snack-packers, ride-givers, and late-night pep talkers keeping it all together.
If you can, you must,
because you can.
- Scott Lang
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A podcast by and for confused band parents.
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!
Did You Know?
Source: The College Board College Bound Seniors Total Group profile Reports, 2012-2016
The College Board reports that students with four years of music/arts study score 10-12% higher on the SAT than others.
Source: National Association for Music Education (NAfME)
Schools with music programs have an estimated 90.2% graduation rate and 93.9% attendance rate compared to schools without music education, which average 72.9% graduation and 84.9% attendance.
Source: National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM Foundation)
93% of Americans agree that music is a vital part of a well-rounded education.
Source: National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM Foundation)
81% of Americans link music study to increased academic performance and test scores.
Research shows that learning a musical instrument increases brain power and functionality, resulting in a boosted IQ and improved concentration.
Source: Merit School of Music, "Benefits of Music Education."
Making music in a group with peers deepens musical knowledge and understanding while also developing social and personal abilities, resulting in a high level of personal satisfaction and confidence.
Source: Frontiers in Psychology, "Impact of Music Education on Mental Health of Higher Education Students: Moderating Role of Emotional Intelligence."
On average, 66% of music majors who apply to medical school are accepted (the highest of any undergraduate group).
Source: Merit School of Music, "Benefits of Music Education."
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