110. Sadie Uhing discusses her transition into the string world (from band), the challenges and triumphs of her first year in the classroom, and the mindset shifts that helped her succeed.

The Orchestra Teacher Podcast — Episode 110: Sadie Uhing
– From Trumpet to Strings: A Young Educator’s Journey





In Episode 110 of The Orchestra Teacher Podcast, Dr. Charles Laux
sits down with Sadie Uhing, a rising star in the world of string
education. Currently in her second year of teaching, Sadie shares
her inspiring and unconventional path from growing up as a
trumpet player and band student to becoming a dedicated orchestra
director.





Sadie opens up about her transition into the string world, the
challenges and triumphs of her first year in the classroom, and
the professional development and mindset shifts that helped her
succeed. Now leading over 150 students across multiple
ensembles—including three high school ensembles and two 8th grade
orchestras—Sadie brings energy, versatility, and a love for
diverse musical styles to her teaching.





A graduate of the University of Nebraska at Kearney with dual
degrees in Music Education and Music Performance, Sadie has
performed with groups such as the Nebraska Brass Band, Kearney
Symphony Orchestra, and the Flatwater Jazz Orchestra. She also
serves as Secretary for the Nebraska String Teachers Association
and is active in NAfME, NMEA, and ASTA.





Whether you’re a new teacher or a seasoned veteran, this episode
is packed with relatable stories, practical insights, and the
kind of enthusiasm that reminds us why we teach music.





Tune in to hear how one band kid found her calling in strings and
is already making a meaningful impact in the classroom and
beyond.





— BIOGRAPHY —


Sadie Uhing serves as the Orchestra Director at Kearney High
School and is the 8th grade Orchestra Teacher for Kearney Public
Schools. She is in her second year of teaching and directs 150+
students in ensembles such as Symphonic Orchestra, Camerata,
Freshman Concert Orchestra, and the 8th Grade Orchestra classes
at Horizon and Sunrise Middle Schools. She is a recent graduate
from the University of Nebraska at Kearney and holds Bachelor
degrees in Music Education and Music Performance. From jazz to
classical, she has been trained in many musical styles and loves
interpreting and performing diverse repertoire. She also enjoys
teaching private lessons and researching music methodologies.
Sadie has performed in a variety of ensembles such as the
Nebraska Brass Band, Kearney Symphony Orchestra, and the
Flatwater Jazz Orchestra. She is also a member of the National
Association for Music Education and the Nebraska Music Education
Association. She currently serves as Secretary for the Nebraska
String Teachers Association, and participates in the American
String Teachers Association. 








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