Front Tier
Front Tier is a front ensemble education based podcast, providing information, conversation and new takes on all things front ensemble. Episodes are geared towards information in the current marching arts season. Keep the conversation going with us on Instagram (front_tier_edu) and on our YouTube channel (Front Tier).https://www.facebook.com/fronttiered/https://www.instagram.com/front_tier_edu/
Episodes
13 episodes
Front Tier Ep13 Winter Is Coming
On this episode Rob and (mostly) Ryan dive deep into rules and regs and opportunities for the upcoming WGI season. It talks about what to expect as a staff member, student, or audience member. We hope you enjoy. Email us! fronttiered!gmai...
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Episode 13
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52:37
Ep12 Branch Covidians 2
Ryan and Rob give a continuing update on front ensemble life during covid times
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Episode 12
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47:58
Episode 11 Branch Covidians
Ryan and Rob give an update on coping with the strangeness of this fall season.
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Episode 11
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47:14
Front Tier Ep10: Andy Filipiak
This episode of Front Tier includes an interview with the front ensemble arranger for the Virtual Drum Corps, Andy Filipiak. Filipiak has a long successful list of world class experience. It was great to have him share some of those experiences...
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Episode 10
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1:03:16
Front Tier Ep9: The Drum Gypsy
At some point Ryan and Rob became aware that their lifestyle and career path had been given a "foo-foo term". In this episode they talk about life as a drum gypsy, exploring the positive and negative aspects to the
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Episode 9
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1:00:33
Episode 8: Jeff Lee Intervew
On this episode of Front Tier Ryan and Rob talk to Jeff Lee about all the amazing places he's been and the things he has learned in the music industry, beginning with his experience in drum corps.
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Episode 8
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1:24:08
Episode 7 John Kammerer Interview pt. 2
On this episode, we dig deep into the electronics part of the marching world. We cover everything from electronic design, electronic application, to product recommendations. Give it a listen. This episode would be particularly beneficial to ban...
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1:12:17
Front Tier Ep6: John Kammerer Interview pt 1
This Episode Ryan and Rob interview John Kammerer. John is a sound design with a load of expertise in the pageantry arts. John's interview is divided into two parts. Part 1 includes John's background and how his company has impacted the marchin...
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Episode 6
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45:24
Episode 5 Discussion: Starting a new program
On this episode of Front Tier Ryan and Rob discuss starting at new programs as a percussion instructor.
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Episode 5
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51:05
Ep4 Preparing to Audition
On this episode of Front Tier, Ryan and Rob talk through the audition process for drum corps and indoor percussion; choosing a group and becoming both mentally and physically prepared. The War of Art by Steven Pressfield
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Episode 4
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36:52
Ep3 Covid Cancellations and Continuing Forward Momentum
On this episode of Front Tier Rob and Ryan discuss current events, focusing on how to make the most of your new found time at home, becoming a better percussionist and preparing in this sudden off-season. Percussive Arts Society Rudimen...
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Episode 3
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14:24
Ep2: Breaking Down and Cleaning Difficult Mallet Passages
On this episode of Front Tier Ryan and Rob talk about different strategies they use to polish their front ensembles, different methods of focusing on difficult passages, and ways to keep rehearsal pace constantly moving to keep students engaged...
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Episode 2
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17:21
Ep1: Competition Preparation
Front Tier is here to bring you through the ins and outs of front ensemble. We provide information for pit teachers, pit students and anyone with a pit appreciation. This episode focuses on how to prepare your pit for competitions. We hope you ...
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Episode 1
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