Music for All Podcast Network

In this episode, David speaks with Blake Allen, Visual & Performing Arts Teacher on Special Assignment, Beaverton School District, OR! Join David Duarte as he discusses the methods, challenges, and benefits of building a positive culture within the classroom. Hear different perspectives from music educators of all backgrounds, and learn how they build a culture of intrinsic motivation, collabo...

Hosted and produced by  Bands of America’s  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dan Potter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , Break Ranks brings you the latest about the BOA Championship season. Tune in to explore every angle of marching band with a variety of guests and get an insider glimpse at the activity through exclusive interviews with educators, designers, judges and more. With something for students, parents, teachers, administrators, and f...

In this episode, David speaks with Ira Jenkins, Director of Bands at Decatur H.S., GA! Join David Duarte as he discusses the methods, challenges, and benefits of building a positive culture within the classroom. Hear different perspectives from music educators of all backgrounds, and learn how they build a culture of intrinsic motivation, collaboration, and growth within their own ensembles. Watch...

In this episode, David speaks with Melissa Gustafson-Hinds: Director of Bands, O'Fallon Township H.S., IL, and Assistant Director of the 2026 Bands of America Honor Band in the Rose Parade®! Join David Duarte as he discusses the methods, challenges, and benefits of building a positive culture within the classroom. Hear different perspectives from music educators of all backgrounds, and learn how t...

Hosted and produced by  Bands of America’s  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dan Potter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , Break Ranks brings you the latest about the BOA Championship season. Tune in to explore every angle of marching band with a variety of guests and get an insider glimpse at the activity through exclusive interviews with educators, designers, judges and more. With something for students, parents, teachers, administrators, and fans...

In this episode, David speaks with Randall Standridge, Composer & Owner/Editor, Randall Standridge Music! Join David Duarte as he discusses the methods, challenges, and benefits of building a positive culture within the classroom. Hear different perspectives from music educators of all backgrounds, and learn how they build a culture of intrinsic motivation, collaboration, and growth within the...

Hosted and produced by  Bands of America’s  ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dan Potter ⁠⁠⁠⁠ , Break Ranks brings you the latest about the BOA Championship season. Tune in to explore every angle of marching band with a variety of guests and get an insider glimpse at the activity through exclusive interviews with educators, designers, judges and more. With something for students, parents, teachers, administrators, and fans al...

In this episode, David speaks with Dr. Tonya Mitchell-Spradlin, Director of Wind Band Studies at Penn State University! Join David Duarte as he discusses the methods, challenges, and benefits of building a positive culture within the classroom. Hear different perspectives from music educators of all backgrounds, and learn how they build a culture of intrinsic motivation, collaboration, and growth...

Hosted and produced by  Bands of America’s  ⁠⁠⁠ Dan Potter ⁠⁠⁠ , Break Ranks brings you the latest about the BOA Championship season. Tune in to explore every angle of marching band with a variety of guests and get an insider glimpse at the activity through exclusive interviews with educators, designers, judges and more. With something for students, parents, teachers, administrators, and fans alik...

In this episode, David speaks with Tom Cox, Director of Bands, Goshen H.S., IN! Join David Duarte as he discusses the methods, challenges, and benefits of building a positive culture within the classroom. Hear different perspectives from music educators of all backgrounds, and learn how they build a culture of intrinsic motivation, collaboration, and growth within their own ensembles. Watch this e...

Hosted and produced by  Bands of America’s  ⁠⁠ Dan Potter ⁠⁠ , Break Ranks brings you the latest about the BOA Championship season. Tune in to explore every angle of marching band with a variety of guests and get an insider glimpse at the activity through exclusive interviews with educators, designers, judges and more. With something for students, parents, teachers, administrators, and fans alike,...

In this episode, David speaks with Annie Ray: Orchestra Director, Annandale H.S., VA, and Adam Chitta: Founder & Owner, The Chitta Sound, LLC! Join David Duarte as he discusses the methods, challenges, and benefits of building a positive culture within the classroom. Hear different perspectives from music educators of all backgrounds, and learn how they build a culture of intrinsic motivation,...

Hosted and produced by  Bands of America’s  ⁠ Dan Potter ⁠ , Break Ranks brings you the latest about the BOA Championship season. Tune in to explore every angle of marching band with a variety of guests and get an insider glimpse at the activity through exclusive interviews with educators, designers, judges and more. With something for students, parents, teachers, administrators, and fans alike, d...

In this episode, David speaks with Scott Casagrande: Director of Bands (Retired), John Hersey H.S., IL and Music for All Educational Consultant! Join David Duarte as he discusses the methods, challenges, and benefits of building a positive culture within the classroom. Hear different perspectives from music educators of all backgrounds, and learn how they build a culture of intrinsic motivation, c...

Hosted and produced by  Bands of America’s  Dan Potter , Break Ranks brings you the latest about the BOA Championship season. Tune in to explore every angle of marching band with a variety of guests and get an insider glimpse at the activity through exclusive interviews with educators, designers, judges and more. With something for students, parents, teachers, administrators, and fans alike, don’t...

In this episode, David speaks with Dr. John J. Gallagher: Director of Music & Fine Arts, Longwood School District, NY! Join David Duarte as he discusses the methods, challenges, and benefits of building a positive culture within the classroom. Hear different perspectives from music educators of all backgrounds, and learn how they build a culture of intrinsic motivation, collaboration, and grow...

GO ON, Tell Your Story! Voices of Women Band Directors: https://giamusic.com/resource/go-on-tell-your-story-book-11014 Survey for GO ON, Tell Your Story! Voices of LGBTQIA+ Musicians: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfRiuGRzCrneudAmeRAOL3sgPL_i7CPHec-d-SrhtIRi_ZSbg/viewform In this episode, Scott speaks with Dr. Julia Baumanis and Dr. LaToya Webb about their book series "GO ON, Tell...

In this episode, David speaks with Ramon Rivera: Mariachi & Folklorico Director, Mt. Vernon H.S., WA! Join David Duarte as he discusses the methods, challenges, and benefits of building a positive culture within the classroom. Hear different perspectives from music educators of all backgrounds, and learn how they build a culture of intrinsic motivation, collaboration, and growth within their o...

In this episode, David speaks with Laura Shepherd: Band Director at Donelson M.S., TN! Join David Duarte as he discusses the methods, challenges, and benefits of building a positive culture within the classroom. Hear different perspectives from music educators of all backgrounds, and learn how they build a culture of intrinsic motivation, collaboration, and growth within their own ensembles.

In this episode, Scott speaks with Scott Sheehan about the methodologies and importance of connecting with our students! Music IS social. Music IS emotional. Social Emotional Learning (SEL) in the music classroom capitalizes on the power of music education to help our students build the competencies of IDENTITY (self-awareness & self-management), BELONGING (social-awareness & relationship...

In this episode, David speaks with Katie Ebert, Director of Bands at Cuthbertson M.S., NC and Todd Ebert, Director of Bands at Cuthbertson H.S., NC! Join David Duarte as he discusses the methods, challenges, and benefits of building a positive culture within the classroom. Hear different perspectives from music educators of all backgrounds, and learn how they build a culture of intrinsic motivatio...

In this episode, David speaks with Jerell Horton: Director of Bands at Vestavia Hills H.S., AL! Join David Duarte as he discusses the methods, challenges, and benefits of building a positive culture within the classroom. Hear different perspectives from music educators of all backgrounds, and learn how they build a culture of intrinsic motivation, collaboration, and growth within their own ensembl...

In this episode, Scott speaks with Angela Ammerman: Music Teacher Trainer at George Mason University! Music IS social. Music IS emotional. Social Emotional Learning (SEL) in the music classroom capitalizes on the power of music education to help our students build the competencies of IDENTITY (self-awareness & self-management), BELONGING (social-awareness & relationship management), and AG...

In this episode, David speaks with Trevor Rundell: Band Director at Bartlett H.S., TN! Join David Duarte as he discusses the methods, challenges, and benefits of building a positive culture within the classroom. Hear different perspectives from music educators of all backgrounds, and learn how they build a culture of intrinsic motivation, collaboration, and growth within their own ensembles.

In this episode, David speaks with Lincoln Rowe: Band Director at Ohio County H.S., KY! Join David Duarte as he discusses the methods, challenges, and benefits of building a positive culture within the classroom. Hear different perspectives from music educators of all backgrounds, and learn how they build a culture of intrinsic motivation, collaboration, and growth within their own ensembles.