Key Conversations

Finding Balance

In this episode, host Ajori Spencer is joined by Dr. Skip Pardee of the Florida Music Education Association and Lauren Pardee of the Florida Orchestra Association for an honest conversation about arts leadership, family priorities, and sustainable careers. Together, they explore how clear communication, transparency, and the courage to say “no” can make it possible to lead at the state level while raising a young family.

Purposeful Choral Warmups

In this episode of Key Conversations, host Ajori Spencer sits down with FSU PhD candidate Harold Wright to explore how a thoughtfully designed warm-up sequence can elevate vocal technique, musicianship, and ensemble cohesion. Together, they walk through the components of an effective progression, from physical alignment and breath management to vocalises that build range and resonance.

The Multicultural Network

The host sits down with Dr. Arnekua Jackson, Chair of the Multicultural Network, for an engaging conversation about how the network began, what drives its work, and why it matters for music educators today.

From the Page to the Podium

In this episode of Key Conversations, host Ajori Spencer sits down with Dr. Daniel Farr, Director of Bands at Miami University, to explore how directors can transform the way they prepare, rehearse, and conduct. Together, they unpack a dynamic, pedagogy-driven approach to score study, rehearsal planning, and conducting that enhances musical expression while saving valuable rehearsal time.

Marching Band PE Credit

Join FMEA Executive Director Dr. Kathleen Sanz and Advocacy Co-Chair Jeanne Reynolds in a short, informative episode related to HB 1105 and marching band PE credit.