Music Education · Professional Development · Community
Not sure where to begin? These three conversations are the best introduction to what Common Time is all about.
Dr. Tim Lautzenheiser
The most recognized voice in music education motivation on why the work matters, how to lead with conviction, and what it truly means to inspire the next generation of musicians.
Read Transcript → Start Here · 02 Season 4, Episode 15Eugene Migliaro Corporon
One of the great wind conductors of our time on building ensemble culture from the inside out, the philosophy behind transformative rehearsals, and what it means to create something that outlasts you.
Read Transcript → Start Here · 03 Season 4, Episode 14Amanda Drinkwater
On building program culture from the ground up — what it takes to establish a standard of excellence, earn the trust of your students, and sustain something that outlasts any single season.
Read Transcript →"David and John have created something truly special. Every episode is packed with practical wisdom from people who have done the work at the highest level. I’ve changed the way I run rehearsals based on conversations from this podcast. If you teach music, you need to be listening to this."
"I’ve been teaching for 22 years and Common Time is the first professional development resource that consistently makes me rethink what I’m doing in the classroom. The guests are extraordinary and David and John ask exactly the right questions. This podcast is a gift to our profession."
"I discover something new to try every single time I listen. The conversations feel genuine and deep — not surface-level interview content. Common Time treats music educators like the serious professionals we are. Grateful this exists."
"This fills a gap I didn’t know needed filling. Five stars isn’t enough."