Team Islas Podcast

We’re back for the second half of our deep dive into drumline auditions. In this episode, we get into more details and discuss setting students up for success once the line is set. Doug, Patricia, and Zach also share some do’s and don’ts they’ve picked up over the years. If you’re planning auditions—or just want to make them smoother—this is a must-listen! Questions? Comments? - Reach out to us at teamislas@gmail.com. Books: https://teamislas.com/shop/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Team...

In this first half of a two-part episode, we dig into the nitty gritty of drumline auditions. Doug Bush, Patricia Islas, and Zach Scheer break down what makes a great audition process, how to balance fairness, seniority, musical achievement, and lessons learned (sometimes the hard way) along the way. Whether you’re gearing up for next season or rethinking your whole process, this episode is full of practical takeaways and real talk. Questions? Comments? - Reach out to us at teamislas@gmail.co...

In this kickoff episode, Doug Bush, Patricia Islas, and Zach Scheer dive into why building a strong culture is the foundation of any successful percussion program. We talk about what “culture” really means, how to start shaping it from day one, and why it matters more than gear or technique. Whether you’re starting a brand-new program or looking to level up your existing one, this episode offers practical steps you can take today. Questions? Comments? - Reach out to us at teamislas@gmail.com....

Welcome to the Team Islas Podcast! Doug, Patricia, and Zach share the motivation behind the show, introduce themselves, and share a preview of upcoming episodes. Suggestions, comments, or questions? Reach out at teamislas@gmail.com. We'd love to hear from you! Questions? Comments? - Reach out to us at teamislas@gmail.com. Books: https://teamislas.com/shop/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TeamIslas https://www.youtube.com/@zachscheer Socials: Doug https://www.facebook.com/doug.bush...