Send us a textWe’re kicking off our return with a very special guest—Dr. Donald Buell, retired professor of conducting and trumpet, former director of the MUN Concert Band, and one of Dylan’s predecessors at Memorial University. Dr. Buell taught at Memorial University for 26 years and was a recipient of the prestigious President’s Award for Teaching during his time at MUN.In this episode, Don and Dylan discuss his journey to Newfoundland & Labrador, his research on what makes an engaging rehearsals, mentorship, the importance of uplifting all students—not just the most talented ones—career highlights, and much more.Help support the Band Room Podcast by becoming a patron through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bandroompodHelp support the Band Room Podcast by getting your merch at the BRP Store http://www.bandroompod.com/storeMusic used in this episodeBRP Theme Music: Skyline by EKR HammellPerforming Ensemble: University of Toronto Wind EnsembleDr. Gillian MacKay – ConductorChasing Sunlight (Piano Version) by Cait NishimuraArranged and performed by Brian BarberEpisode LinksMemorial University | School of Musichttps://www.mun.ca/music/"What Student's Say About Our Rehearsals" by Donald Buellhttps://www.bandroompod.com/_files/ugd/5421b7_eeb22340ef144952a3e40e3432cc1d9f.pdfEffective rehearsing with the instrumental music ensemble: A case studyhttps://www.bandroompod.com/_files/ugd/5421b7_0412b68c2cdb428c9100f1cba632d6d7.pdfSupport the showThe Band Room Podcast is proudly supported by Kaleidoscope Adventures! To learn more, visit: https://www.kaleidoscopeadventures.com/the-band-room-podcast/