• Bear Down Arizona and The History and Formation of AzMBA

  • Oct 27 2024
  • Length: 37 mins
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Bear Down Arizona and The History and Formation of AzMBA

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  • In this episode we speak with Chad Shoopman, Director of Athletic Bands at the University of Arizona and Matt Kozacek, Director of Bands at Campo Verde HS and the founding and current President of AzMBA.

    Chad Shoopman discusses his connection to the University of Arizona as an undergrad student, graduate student, drum major and now Director of Athletic Bands. He explains the timeline of his show selection and is excited to celebrate the Sudler Trophy that the Pride of Arizona won this past year. U of A Band Day and AzMBA have had an amazing partnership for several years and are hosting 47 bands on November 2nd.

    Matt Kozacek has been the Director of Bands at Campo Verde HS for 11 years and talks about some of the "secrets" to the success of the program, including being a community connector, surrounding yourself with great staff and planning ahead. He also discusses how AzMBA came to fruition 10 years ago and some of the things that make AzMBA exceptional and unique.
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