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Time:

Thursday
December, 17, 2026
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Location:

W184

Clinician(s)

Tim Lautzenheiser

Tim Lautzenheiser

Paula Crider

Paula Crider

A Conversation with Dr. Tim

Clinic Synopsis:

Interviewed by Paula Crider, “A CONVERSATION WITH…" is an annual favorite on The Midwest Clinic schedule. Each December, a revered member of our band/orchestra community sits center stage and treats the audience to a one-of-a-kind personalized sharing. This year's spotlight of acknowledgement is focused on Dr. Tim Lautzenheiser.

Tim Lautzenheiser - Biographical Information

Tim Lautzenheiser is a well-known name in the music education world as a teacher, clinician, author, composer, consultant, adjudicator, and, above all, a trusted friend to anyone interested in working with young people in developing a desire for excellence. His career involves ten years of successful college band directing at Northern Michigan University, the University of Missouri, and New Mexico State University. During this time Tim developed highly acclaimed groups in all areas of the instrumental and vocal field. In 1981, he created Attitude Concepts for Today, an organization designed to manage the many requests for workshops, seminars, and convention speaking engagements focusing on the area of positive attitude and effective leadership training. Tim also is the Senior Vice President of Education for Conn-Selmer. Tim’s books, The Art of Successful Teaching and The Joy of Inspired Teaching, produced by G.I.A. Publications, are best-sellers in the music profession. He is also co-author of Hal Leonard’s popular band method, Essential Elements. Tim is a graduate of Ball State University and the University of Alabama. He serves on the Board of Directors for The Midwest Clinic, the Western International Band Clinic and the American Band College. He is presently an adjunct faculty member at Butler University.  

Paula Crider - Biographical Information

Following a distinguished 33-year teaching career, Paula Crider continues to share her passion for meaningful music-making through an active schedule as guest conductor, lecturer, clinician consultant and adjudicator. She has enjoyed engagements in 47 states and 14 foreign countries. She has taught at all levels, and currently serves as Senior Educational Consultant for Conn-Selmer, Inc.

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