Behind the Baton

Dr. Shawn Knopp
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Candid conversations with today’s most influential band directors.

  1. 12/23/2025

    Behind the Baton - Micah Bolton

    Micah Bolton is the Director of Bands at Goddard High School, currently in his third year, where he works with students across intermediate, middle school, and high school levels. An active percussionist, educator, and conductor, he is highly sought after as a private instructor and percussion coach for schools, camps, and honor bands. He also maintains an active performing schedule as a member of the Wichita Wind Symphony.  Micah is a graduate of Friends University, where he earned a Bachelor of Music Education and was recognized as a Kansas Teacher of Promise. He resides in Wichita with his wife, Madison, and their dog, Marilyn.   Connect with Micah Bolton Email micahboltonmusic@gmail.com

    38 min

  2. 10/26/2025

    Sunday Spark - October 26, 2025

    If you leave your growth to randomness, you’ll always live in the land of mediocrity. ~Brendon Burchard

    3 min

  3. 10/19/2025

    Sunday Spark - October 19, 2025

    Good decision-making comes down to two things: 1. Knowing how to get what you want 2. Knowing what’s worth wanting ~Shane Parrish in “Clear Thinking”

    4 min

  4. 10/12/2025

    Sunday Spark - October 12, 2025

    If you have a “to-do” list, do you also have a “stop doing” list? ~ Jim Collins in “Good to Great”

    4 min

  5. 10/05/2025

    Sunday Spark - October 5, 2025

    We waste time and energy stewing and stressing over the past instead of moving forward in hope. ~Ryan Leak

    3 min

  6. 09/21/2025

    Sunday Spark - September 21, 2025

    People do not decide their futures, they decide their habits and their habits decide their futures. ~Frederick M. Alexander

    4 min

  7. 09/14/2025

    Sunday Spark - September 14, 2025

    Bigger isn’t better. Better is better. ~Mike Goldman

    5 min

  8. 09/01/2025

    Sunday Spark - September 1, 2025

    Don't match the energy. Set the standard. ~Ryan Leak   Check out Ryan's podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ryan-leak-podcast/id1523090326?i=1000704276203

    4 min
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Candid conversations with today’s most influential band directors.

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  • Creator
    Dr. Shawn Knopp
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    34
  • Rating
    Clean
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