Everything Band Podcast

Courtney Snyder is the Associate Director of Bands at the University of Michigan, the president-elect of the Women Band Directors International, and a panelist for the brand new ...And We Were Heard project. Topics: Courtney’s background and the stories of some of the teachers who influenced her career. The story of “And We Were Heard”, a new project designed to record and promote the music of composers from underrepresented communities. The value and importance of programming music by a diverse group of composers. Challenges faced by women conductors and Courtney’s advice for young women who are interested in a career as a composer or a conductor. Building connections and being aware of our surroundings so that we can find and offer the help that we and others need. Links: Courtney Snyder …And We Were Heard Schachter: "Karnatakamallika" Valerie Coleman Schwantner: “...And the Mountains Rising Nowhere” Women Band Directors International Composition Competition Biography: Dr. Courtney Snyder is associate d