Hosts, Erik and Jen, are two veteran instrumental music educators from New Jersey who love to get together and talk shop. Every episode promises to entertain and inform listeners with the hosts' real-world experiences as band directors, marching instructors, jazz educators, musicians, spouses, and parents. In addition, Erik and Jen chat with guests about their own stories and experiences in the music and education fields.
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Signup to Generate a PitchHosts, Erik and Jen, are two veteran instrumental music educators from New Jersey who love to get together and talk shop. Every episode promises to entertain and inform listeners with the hosts' real-world experiences as band directors, marching instructors, jazz educators, musicians, spouses, and parents.
Recent episodes include "051 - Playing The Changes" (19 October 2026, 56 minutes), "050 - Hits, Flops, and The Essential Questions: A 50-Episode Retrospective" (7 May 2026, 71 minutes), and "049 - The Art of the Contemporary Score: A Deep Dive with Peter Sciaino" (19 February 2026, 79 minutes).
Take A Cue publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 31 minutes across 65 episodes.
Booking probability for Take A Cue is 33%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Take A Cue requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Take A Cue's contact route on record: verified email.
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Take A Cue is an education podcast with 65 episodes published.
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Episode #1
️ Episode SynopsisIn the Season 4 kickoff episode "Playing The Changes," co-hosts Jen and Erik reconnect after a six-to-seven-month hiatus to reflect on ending the 2025-2026 school year and kicking off 2026-2027. They...
🎙️ Episode SynopsisIn this milestone 50th episode, Jen, Eric, and CJ celebrate four years of the Take A Cue podcast with a candid state of the union. The trio takes a break from their usual deep dives to check in on...
🎙️ Episode SynopsisIn this episode of Take a Cue, Jen and Erik sit down with composer, arranger, and educator Peter Sciaino for an in-depth conversation about writing music for student ensembles, building strong band...
🎙️ Episode SynopsisIn this episode of Take a Cue, Jen and Erik get honest about work-life balance—and why it’s something they’re still figuring out themselves. Recorded at the end of winter break, the conversation...
Episode #3
🎙️ Episode SynopsisWhat really happens in a successful band rehearsal? In this episode of Take A Cue, Jen and Erik break down exactly how they structure, pace, and manage their rehearsals from start to finish. They...
Who says organization can’t be musical? Jen and Erik turn AirTable into your band’s secret weapon, helping you orchestrate trips, track instruments, and hit every administrative note perfectly.🎙️ Episode SynopsisIn...
Episode #1
The baton has dropped on a brand-new school year — and a brand-new season of Take a Cue! In this lively kickoff to Season 4, Jen, Erik, and CJ catch up after the summer and dive into what it really feels like to launch...
Episode #6
Jen and Erik check in and discuss various Spring topics, including advice for graduating college seniors, students dropping band, repertoire, and more! Find Take A Cue Home...
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Takeaways Jen and Erik share quick tips and tricks to help and inspire band directors. Don’t worry! The regular episodes will also continue to be released! Find Take A Cue Home...
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Takeaways Jen and Erik share quick tips and tricks to help and inspire band directors. Don’t worry! The regular episodes will also continue to be released! Find Take A Cue Home...
Musical Director David Gallagher from Morristown High School, NJ joins Jen and Erik to discuss his process for crafting excellent stage musical orchestras with almost all students. The trio discuss auditions...
Takeaways Jen and Erik share quick tips and tricks to help and inspire band directors. Don’t worry! The regular episodes will also continue to be released! Find Take A Cue Home...
Takeaways Jen and Erik share quick tips and tricks to help and inspire band directors. Don’t worry! The regular episodes will also continue to be released! Find Take A Cue Home...
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Takeaways Jen and Erik share quick tips and tricks to help and inspire band directors. Don’t worry! The regular episodes will also continue to be released! Find Take A Cue Home...
Take A Cue
Takeaways Jen and Erik share quick tips and tricks to help and inspire band directors. Don’t worry! The regular episodes will also continue to be released! Find Take A Cue Home...
Takeaways Jen and Erik share quick tips and tricks to help and inspire band directors. Don’t worry! The regular episodes will also continue to be released! Find Take A Cue Home...
Takeaways Jen and Erik share quick tips and tricks to help and inspire band directors. Don’t worry! The regular episodes will also continue to be released! Find Take A Cue Home...
Episode #4
Jen and Erik reflect on some different scheduling options for band and lessons. Pull-out or scheduled lessons? Band before school or during the day? Find Take A Cue Home...
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Takeaways Jen and Erik share quick tips and tricks to help and inspire band directors. Don’t worry! The regular episodes will also continue to be released! Find Take A Cue Home...
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Takeaways - Jen and Erik share quick tips and tricks to help and inspire band directors. Don’t worry! The regular episodes will also continue to be released! Find Take A Cue Home...
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