Dear Listeners,

🎙️ Double Episode Week! (Because… we forgot on the 18th 😅)

We realized we totally forgot to send out a newsletter for our November 18th episode… so we decided to make it up to you with a double feature newsletter today! Two amazing guests, two inspiring conversations — one convenient email. 🙌

🎧 Season 3: Episode 8 - Dr. Dustin Cates

Released: November 18

In this heartfelt, thoughtful conversation, we sit down with Dr. Dustin Cates — conductor, educator, researcher, and one of the kindest souls in the choral world.
This episode digs into:

• His journey from Kansas City to Temple University

• His experience as an adoptive parent

• Practical, meaningful steps toward inclusion in the choir classroom

• The power of music to create belonging, hope, and connection

It’s warm, inspiring, and perfect for this season of gratitude.

🎧 Season 3: Episode 9 - Taylor Shaeffer

Released: TODAY!

Today’s new episode features our good friend and colleague Taylor Shaeffer, who teaches K–6 general music at the John Thomas School of Discovery and directs the 100-member Discovery Singers before-school choir.

In this conversation, we talk about:

• Building joyful, student-centered elementary music classrooms

• Leading large children’s choirs with heart and structure

• Taylor’s journey through music education and Kodály training

• His passion for helping young musicians find their voice

It’s fun, uplifting, and a great reminder of why music education matters at every level.

🎶 Catch Both Episodes

Watch on YouTube or listen on Apple Podcasts & Spotify — and let us know what spoke to you most.
Thank you for supporting The Choir Guys Podcast!

💬 Got questions or ideas for future episodes?
We’d love to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] or message us on social media @thechoirguyspod.

More great conversations coming soon!
— Blake & Danny 🎙️

This week’s Teacher Tip Thursday comes from Tyler Busick!

He has a great tip for the holiday season! Check it out:

December 16 - Kenny Kabak joins The Choir Guys!

Find out more about Kenny here: https://www.queencitychorale.org/team

🎧 Tune in December 16th on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts!

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