Christy Stansell

Author: Drive It! Life Lessons from Hollywood's Band
Content Developer: Brave Thinking Institute
Mom: 2 daughters & 3 dogs
Love the Ocean and Black & White

[Christy Stansell @ChristyStansell]

You'd think doing the same job for 50yrs would get old. But when you're getting hit songs on the radio, playing at Disneyland, and traveling the world, life is a blast - even w/high notes & low notes. Life lessons from USC Trojan Marching Band Director #PitMad #NF #BIO

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USC has its share of ups & downs but you can always count on the Trojan Marching Band to lift the mood. TMBs Director just retired after 50yrs. His Life Lessons from the FB field to Disney to World Tours to Fleetwood Mac and mentoring 1000s of students. #PitMad #NF #BIO

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The youngest old man around won't quit playing around. 50 of his 80 years performing w/movie stars, rock stars, TV celebs, Olympians, royalty, presidents & Mickey Mouse - often at the same time.

Photos to prove it!

#PitMad #NF #A #BIO #INSP #PB
By Emmy-nom TV Prod& USCAlum

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When a helicopter delivered a super star to sing in his Rose Bowl halftime show, he knew he hit a home run & put his band on the natl map. Now if only he had money & his students had manners, this band could be BIG.
#PitMad #A #NF #BIO
As told by Emmy-nom TV Prod & USC Band Alum

[Christy Stansell @ChristyStansell]

@halftimemag Well for crying out loud! I am flabbergasted that I did not see this until JUST NOW! I am so sorry! With Covid, things got paused a bit... BUT - the book is written and we are seeking an agent and publisher. I would love to connect.

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What John Wooden is to basketball & Lou Holtz is to football is what
Dr Arthur C Bartner is to marching bands.

Legendary!

Bio has 50yrs of performing Movies, TV, Disney, Olympics, for Pres & Pope. Above all he loves the 100s of kids he mentored in music & life. #PITMAD #NF

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Foot-stomping
whistle-blowing
screeching perfectionist
w/a heart of gold
battles budget problems & bad language
to give his band students 50yrs of
once in a lifetime opportunities
on the football field & around the world
#PitMad #A #NF #BIO
As told by Emmy-nom TV Prod & Band Alum

[Christy Stansell @ChristyStansell]

He directed his Disney band w/the passion of Mickey conducting Fantasia.
The magic of his college band captivates audiences beyond football halftime shows w/performances on 100s of TV shows & movies.
After 50 years it’s time to retire the wand er baton er whistle.
#PITMAD #NF #A

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It’s no wonder I’m hoarse & hard-of-hearing.

I’ve been yelling at these kids for 50 years now.

You’d think Torture Drills would get ‘em in line.

Well, I guess that’s “Hollywood’s Band” for ya.

I teach ‘em what I can.

MR. HOLLAND’S OPUS but in College

#pitmad #NF #A

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F-bombs, food fights & water poisoning, sunburns, sore muscles & blistered feet. Not even a “Torture Drill” can stop a Trojan from DRIVING IT! How famed USC Band Director tamed cussing college kids with 17 Success Principles in this authorized bio of his 50yr career. #PITMAD #NF

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Go behind the scenes w/ students & celebrities in this authorized bio to see how the Band Director created “Hollywood’s Band.” The USC Trojan Marching Band has performed for hundreds of TV shows, movies, & have 2 platinum albums–all part of learning to “DRIVE IT!” #PITMAD #NF #A

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He invented the Torture Drill to keep crazy college kids in line-which wasn’t always easy! Now USC Band Director retires after 50-yrs. Authorized bio DRIVE IT teaches his 17 success principles & how he built “The Greatest Marching Band in the History of the Universe.” #PITMAD #NF

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He’s almost 80 & still directing the USC Trojan Marching Band. HOW? Passion and Principles! In this authorized bio, students & celebs share behind the scenes stories of box office hits, top rated TV shows + performing for Olympics, Disney , Presidents, the Pope & more #PITMAD #NF

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His 50-yr passion for music, marching & mentorship grew the USC Trojan ensemble into “Hollywood’s Band” w/100s of movie & TV credits. But it’s the STUDENTS who matter most to this 79-yo Band Director. His star-filled authorized bio teaches life & success principles #PITMAD #NF

[Christy Stansell @ChristyStansell]

I know I haven't tweeted all year - but when I do today, please do NOT give it a heart. It's for a special event. Just ignore my tweets today (except for this one) THANKS!! :)

[Christy Stansell @ChristyStansell]

Voice hoarse from yelling over drums, horns & loud kids for 50yrs, USC’s Trojan Marching Band Director is a legend w/100s of music, movie, TV credits. This authorized bio has student & celebrity stories & his “Drive It” success principles to apply in everyday life. #PITMAD #NF

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After winning the Rose Bowl, his first words in post game interview were "Glory to God!" FIGHT ON, Coach! Amen! https://t.co/atqHpL6Kbo

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Congratulations to @USCCoachHelton on being named one of nine finalists for the Bear Bryant Coach of the Year Award! #FightOn

[Christy Stansell @ChristyStansell]

@NapturalNicole I ♡ this guy's posts. You and Hubbin are great together. Still you might enjoy this one after your Puffin's party today. https://t.co/7yB5jjkZTU

[Christy Stansell @ChristyStansell]

Being tired doesn't have to end in a fight! Thanks, Brian! https://t.co/7yB5jjkZTU

[Christy Stansell @ChristyStansell]

So grateful for this opportunity for my daughter to share about Idaho STEM Action Center & teachers helping her get to the @WhiteHouse https://t.co/YAH0AHPtA1

[Alex Livingston @ItsAlexOnTV]

This Skyview HS freshman got the opportunity of a lifetime last week.. SHE MET @POTUS !! Find out why & hear about her trip at 10 on @KTVB