How Richard Saucedo Builds Successful Competitive Marching Band Shows

Join us for an in-depth conversation with Richard Saucedo, one of the most influential voices in band music today. Internationally renowned as a composer, arranger, adjudicator, keynote speaker, guest conductor, and clinician, Richard Saucedo has shaped the sound of marching band, concert band, choir, and orchestra programs around the world. He also spent decades as a dedicated music educator in Carmel, Indiana, where the Carmel band programs earned consistent state, regional, and national recognition under his leadership. In this exclusive interview, J.W. Pepper Senior Educational Consultant Scott McCormick sits down with Richard to explore his remarkable background and career. Topics include: • His composition process and creative strategies • Designing competitive and engaging marching band shows • Lessons learned from a lifetime of teaching • Perspectives from both an educator and a band parent Whether you’re a band director, composer, student, or lifelong music educator, this conversation offers valuable insight and inspiration from one of the field’s most respected leaders. #RichardSaucedo #BandMusic #MarchingBand #ConcertBand #MusicEducation #BandDirector #ComposerInterview #MusicEducator #JWPEpper #MarchingArts #BandLife #MusicTeacher #ShowDesign #BandCommunity Read the blog - https://blogs.jwpepper.com/an-intervi... Shop music by Richard Saucedo - https://www.jwpepper.com/sheet-music/... Intro: 0:00 What goes into designing a competitive marching band show in 2023? - 00:30 If you do go competitive, what are your goals? - 1:56 What does a design team look like? - 4:56 When does the process of creating the show begin? - 6:57 What should you consider when choosing music? - 8:02 Writing for your students and giving them the chance to be successful - 10:52 Pre-made shows are available as well - 12:09 What to know about licensing and permissions - 12:33 How critical are the parents and boosters? - 14:07 How critical is your relationship with administrators? - 15:46