Culture First: Empowering Students Through Performance

Resources

Resources & Recommendations

Books

• "The Real Easy Combo Book" - A resource mentioned for jazz combos, likely containing lead sheets for easy tunes.
• "Essential Elements series (Blues and Combo Tunes)" - A series of books offering lead sheets and combo tunes, useful for starting jazz groups.

People Mentioned

• Josh Goodman (Director of Bands at Arsenal Technical High School, Indianapolis Public Schools) - The guest of the episode, discussed his approaches to building band culture and community engagement.
• Craig Custison - A colleague of the host, mentioned in the live chat for his insights on the IPS rebuilding stronger initiative.
• Thad Anderson - Worked with the winter percussion program.
• Mark Ransford (IPS PR Person) - Collaborates with Josh Goodman to publicize success stories and events within the district.
• Rob Dixon (Indianapolis Jazz Foundation) - Collaborated with Josh Goodman to create the Freddy Hubbard Jazz Festival.
• David Baker - Jazz musician, honored at the Freddy Hubbard Jazz Festival.
• J.J. Johnson - Jazz musician, honored at the Freddy Hubbard Jazz Festival.
• Slide Hampton - Jazz musician, honored at the Freddy Hubbard Jazz Festival.
• Kevin - A former student of Josh Goodman who made it into the top big band at Jacob's School of Music.
• Chrisley - A former student of Josh Goodman who is studying music at Jacob's School of Music.
• Brent Wallarab - Jazz band director at Jacob's School of Music, hosted a joint rehearsal with Josh Goodman's jazz band.
• Rachel Lake (Episode 10 of "Culture Before Content") - Started a mariachi program at her school, recommended as a resource for those interested in mariachi.
• Ramon Rivera (Mount Vernon, Washington) - Runs a successful music program and is known for sharing resources, recommended for those interested in mariachi.
• Alex (George Washington High School) - A fellow band director and close colleague of Josh Goodman in the All-City Band initiative.

Organizations & Institutions

• Yamaha - National presenting sponsor of the podcast.
• Music for All - The organization behind the podcast, focused on providing positive life-changing experiences through music.
• Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) - The school district where Josh Goodman works, mentioned for its "Rebuilding Stronger" initiative and support for music programs.
• Indy Sports Corps - An organization that focuses on making sporting events community experiences, collaborated with Arsenal Technical High School for various events.
• Big Brothers Big Sisters - An organization that Arsenal Technical High School's band performs for at their annual fundraiser.
• Butler University Jazz Camp - Students from Josh Goodman's program have received scholarships to attend this camp.
• Indianapolis Jazz Foundation - Collaborates with Josh Goodman on the Freddy Hubbard Jazz Festival and runs the Jazz Futures program.
• Marian University - Partnered with IPS to help get the All-City Band off the ground.
• Lumina Foundation - A national higher education foundation that provided a grant for the All-City Band's band camp.
• Jacobs School of Music (Indiana University) - Where some of Josh Goodman's former students have gone to study music, and where his jazz band had a joint rehearsal.
• Purdue Jazz Fest - An event where Josh Goodman's students have won awards.
• Shepherd Community Center - A community center that helps Arsenal Technical High School with funding.

Courses & Educational Resources

• Admin Degree at University of Indianapolis for School Leadership and Management - Josh Goodman pursued this degree, which led to the creation of the Freddy Hubbard Jazz Festival as a project.
• Host's Master's Thesis: Student Teacher Framework (available at davidduarte.org) - A resource for student teachers focusing on a reflective process for gaining valid classroom experience.

Websites & Online Resources

• musicforall.org/podcast - Where all episodes of the "Culture Before Content" podcast (audio and video) are available.
• Canva - Used by Josh Goodman to create his sponsorship packet.
• davidduarte.org - The host's website, which contains resources like lesson plans, PLC materials, and his student teacher framework.
• Instagram: @jgood_pedaling_up - Josh Goodman's Instagram handle.
• Instagram: @culturebeforebforcontent - The podcast's Instagram handle.

Other Resources

• Lilly Creativity Renewal Grant for Teachers - A grant in Indiana that Josh Goodman received, allowing him to travel and pursue personal interests to prevent burnout.
• NBA All-Star Game - Arsenal Technical High School's band performed at this event.
• WNBA All-Star Game - Arsenal Technical High School's band performed at this event.
• WWE Royal Rumble - Arsenal Technical High School's band performed at this event.
• Indy 500 Parade - The IPS All-City Band marches in this parade annually.
• Sweet and Snacks Food Convention - An event where the band performs, known for providing large bags of candy to students.
• Mass Ensemble Performance (Lucas Oil Stadium) - An event where 600 IPS musicians (middle school to high school) performed and experienced Grand Nationals.
• Grand Nationals - A marching band competition experienced by IPS middle schoolers during the Mass Ensemble Performance.