Music for All Podcast Network

This special episode is part 1 of 5 of a series of podcasts recorded on-site in June 2025 at the Sweetwater Director Academy at the Bands of America Summer Camp, presented by Yamaha. In this episode, David speaks with two wonderful Director Academy Assistants: Garrett Coffer, Assistant Director of Bands at Vincennes Lincoln H.S., IN; and Stephanie Aarons-Dennison, Director of Bands at Centralia H....

Joining Us today is Dr. Tim Lautzenheiser, the Executive Director of Marching Bands of America from 1980 to 1982, who is currently the Executive Director of Attitude Concepts for Today, as well as an educational advisor and bestselling author. In celebration of Music for All’s 50th anniversary, the podcast series Joining Us! takes listeners on a journey through five decades of unforgettable moment...

In this episode, David speaks with Patrick Vandehey, Professor Emeritus, Portland 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 within their own ens...

In this episode, David speaks with Craig Gustafson, Band & Orchestra Teacher at Evergreen Public Schools, 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...

In this episode, David speaks with Frederick Lowe, Director of Music Program at Loyola University Chicago and Conductor of the Palatine (IL) Concert Band! 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 mot...

In this episode, David speaks with Adam Mewhorter, Director of Bands at Southmoore H.S., OK! 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 Cynthia Rae Plank, Associate Conductor of the Oregon Symphonic Band & Director of Bands at Beaumont M.S., 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 motivatio...

In this episode, David speaks with Jager Loyde, Director of Fine Arts (Music) for Round Rock ISD, TX! 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 e...

In this episode, David speaks with Caroline Caves, Director of Bands at Indian Springs M.S., TX! 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 ensemb...

In this episode, David speaks with Greg Bimm, Retired Director of Bands from Marian Catholic H.S., IL! 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...

In this episode, David speaks with Trae Blanco, Director of University Bands at Butler 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 within their own ense...

In this episode, David speaks with Dr. Nola Jones, Coordinator of the Sweetwater Director Academy at Bands of America Summer Camp and member of the Bands of America Judge Administration Team! 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...

In this episode, David speaks with Shannon Crepps, Director of Bands at Saeger M.S. and Assistant Director of Bands at Francis Howell Central H.S., MO! 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 motiva...

In this episode, David speaks with Linda Pulley, Director of Bands at Noe M.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. Watch th...

In this episode, David speaks with Kacee Sanders, Band Director at DuPont Hadley M.S., TN and Executive Director of the Southeastern Women in Music Symposium! 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...

In this episode, David speaks with Michael Pote, Director of Bands at Carmel 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...

In this episode, David speaks with Matt Wood, Director of Bands, Ridgeview M.S., TX! They talk Director Academy at Bands of America Summer Camp, for which Matt coordinates the DA assistant team. 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 h...

In this episode, David speaks with Rachel Maxwell, Director of Bands at Traughber Junior H.S., IL! 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 ense...

In this episode, David speaks with Debbie Burton & Michael Chester, Band Directors at Stewarts Creek H.S., TN! They recently brought their band to Washington, D.C. to play in the 2025 Presidential Inauguration 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 a...

In this episode, David speaks with Kyle Smith, Host of The Growing Band Director Podcast and Director of Bands at Westbrook H.S., ME! 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, collaboratio...

In this episode, David speaks with Ryan Messling, Director of Bands at Prairie H.S., WA, and owner of Social Sound! 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 with...

In this episode, David speaks with Irene Guggenheim-Triana, Instrumental Music Director at Springbrook H.S., MD and Member-At-Large, Maryland Marching Band Association! 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...

In this episode, David speaks with Caleb Rothe, Educational Technology Coach, Redlands Unified School District, CA; President, Southern California Percussion Alliance; and Percussion Education Coordinator, WGI Sport of the Arts! Join David Duarte as he discusses the methods, challenges, and benefits of building a positive culture within the classroom. Hear different perspectives from music educato...

In this episode, David speaks with David Aydelott, Conductor, of the Ethos Wind Symphony, and Founder & Host of the Bandstand Podcast! 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...

It's been a great BOA season! Let's take a look back at some of the highlights of Grand National Championships, presented by Yamaha. 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 thr...