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Lipman Named NFHS Texas State Winner for the Heart of the Arts Award
Jarrett was recently named a 2026 State Winner of the High School Heart of the Arts Award. This award is presented by the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) to students and performing arts educators who overcome challenges or use performing arts to uplift others. Jarrett and the Austin Vandegrift Marching Band were…
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After Train Damages Band’s Gear, ‘Close-Knit’ Community Steps Up
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October Moves Pretty Fast
The sleep after the last day of marching season is unlike any other—hard, deep, and a little surreal. Waking up that next morning, we’re almost all reflecting on the fact that for over three months, band has consumed much of our lives, and suddenly it’s over. Sometimes you feel the joy of a great last…
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Podcast | Culture Before Content by Music For all
Jarrett joined David Duarte on Music for All’s podcast “Culture Before Content” to discuss what building a culture within a band program. He reflects on his time at Claudia Taylor Johnson High School and how what he’s learned throughout his career is influencing how he runs the band program at Vandegrift High School. Click the…
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Hitting the Ground Running: Freshman Participates in Two Extracurriculars
“High school is a time for students to figure out who they are and what they love,” band director Jarrett Lipman said. “Considering the number of amazing organizations on our campus, students should have the opportunity to participate in all that Vandegrift has to offer.” Lipman’s goal of allowing students to participate in multiple activities…
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Podcast | Music, Mentorship, and Meaning: Life Lessons Beyond the Band Hall
Jarrett joined Lauren Siegal, Claudia Taylor Johnson High School Class of 2017, on her podcast “Wearing Pants Again” to discuss how structured activities like band can help young people build community, find purpose, and develop leadership skills. Click the link below to listen to the podcast on Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music, or Apple Podcasts.
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Band Director Reboot
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Teaching is Planting Seeds
As music educators, we realize that we will not see the results of our efforts until years after students leave our care. It’s like someone sitting in the shade of a tree that was planted decades ago. We need patience to instill behaviors that will take time to germinate. This article is about delayed gratification…
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10 Ways to Make Your Students’ Day
Students look forward to learning from teachers who are excited to teach them. When your students come to your class, your body language and interaction set the tone for the rehearsal. Are you starting your class in a way that excites kids to learn? Students take the lead from you, and they make up their…
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Engage Parents as Partners
“After 15 years working at Claudia Taylor “Lady Bird” Johnson (CTJ) High School in San Antonio and an equal number on a drum corps staff, I have learned a few key points regarding the value and importance of engaging parent and alumni support. Click the link below to read the full article on the Yahama…
