Music for All Podcast Network

In this episode, David speaks with Christopher McCurdy, Director of Bands at Grant H.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 motivation, collaboration, and growth within their own ensembles....

Joining Us today are Matt Carter and Mike Fox. Matt Carter is Senior Vice President and Chief Destination Development Officer at Visit Indy. Mike Fox is the Former Stadium Director for Lucas Oil Stadium and, prior to that, the RCA Dome. In celebration of Music for All’s 50th anniversary, the podcast series Joining Us! takes listeners on a journey through five decades of unforgettable moments, lege...

Break Ranks, hosted and produced by Bands of America’s Dan Potter, brings you the latest from the BOA Championship season! Each episode explores different angles of marching band with a variety of guests and interviews, offering an insider’s perspective for students, parents, teachers, administrators, and fans alike. Break Ranks is presented in association with Bands of America’s Sun Safety Partne...

In this episode, David speaks with Steven Page, Band Teacher at Paducah 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 this...

Joining Us today are Nola Jones, John Phillips, and Richard Saucedo, who comprise the Bands of America Judge Administration Team. In celebration of Music for All’s 50th anniversary, the podcast series Joining Us! takes listeners on a journey through five decades of unforgettable moments, legendary performances, and the people who shaped the legacy of Music for All and Bands of America. Hosted by t...

Break Ranks, hosted and produced by Bands of America’s Dan Potter, brings you the latest from the BOA Championship season! Each episode explores different angles of marching band with a variety of guests and interviews, offering an insider’s perspective for students, parents, teachers, administrators, and fans alike. Break Ranks is presented in association with Bands of America’s Sun Safety Partne...

In this episode, David speaks with Jazzmone Sutton, Senior Manager of State Advocacy & Equity at National Association for Music Education (NAfME)! 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 motivat...

Joining Us today is Glenn Kotche, Grammy Award-winning professional drummer and composer. During his high school years, he was a BOA participant with Lake Park H.S., IL, where he later returned to teach. He also interned for BOA Summer Camp. In celebration of Music for All’s 50th anniversary, the podcast series Joining Us! takes listeners on a journey through five decades of unforgettable moments,...

Break Ranks, hosted and produced by Bands of America’s Dan Potter, brings you the latest from the BOA Championship season! Each episode explores different angles of marching band with a variety of guests and interviews, offering an insider’s perspective for students, parents, teachers, administrators, and fans alike. Break Ranks is presented in association with Bands of America’s Sun Safety Partne...

In this episode, David speaks with David Puckett, retired music educator from Keller ISD, TX, and his daughter Rachel, Promotions Senior Coordinator at Music for All! 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 i...

Joining Us today are Carrie Miller and Jamie Weaver, longtime former BOA Summer Camp SWAG Team leaders. Currently, Miller continues her career as an early childhood educator, and Weaver is a retired band director who consults and provides services to band programs. In celebration of Music for All’s 50th anniversary, the podcast series Joining Us! takes listeners on a journey through five decades o...

Break Ranks, hosted and produced by Bands of America’s Dan Potter, brings you the latest from the BOA Championship season! Each episode explores different angles of marching band with a variety of guests and interviews, offering an insider’s perspective for students, parents, teachers, administrators, and fans alike. Break Ranks is presented in association with Bands of America’s Sun Safety Partne...

In this episode, David speaks with Mike Tomaro, Professor Emeritus, Duquesne University, and Director of the 2026 Jazz Band of America! 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, collaborat...

Joining Us today is Susan L. Smith, President and CEO of RWS Music Company and the Southern Division President of NAfME (National Association for Music Education). Smith has been involved in MFA programming at various levels—as a BOA band director, as the inaugural coordinator of the Chamber Music National Festival, and currently as the coordinator of Student Workshops at National Festival, a memb...

Break Ranks, hosted and produced by Bands of America’s Dan Potter, brings you the latest from the BOA Championship season! Each episode explores different angles of marching band with a variety of guests and interviews, offering an insider’s perspective for students, parents, teachers, administrators, and fans alike. Break Ranks is presented in association with Bands of America’s Sun Safety Partne...

In this episode, David speaks with Orien Landis, Director of Bands at American Fork H.S., UT, and Band Vice President of the Utah Music Educators 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 intrinsic...

Joining Us today is Bob Morrison, founder of Music for All and current CEO of Quadrant Research. Morrison has been a longtime supporter of BOA, even prior to the MFA days, and has collaborated in multiple capacities, including multiple terms as a member of the board. In celebration of Music for All’s 50th anniversary, the podcast series Joining Us! takes listeners on a journey through five decades...

Break Ranks, hosted and produced by Bands of America’s Dan Potter, brings you the latest from the BOA Championship season! Each episode explores different angles of marching band with a variety of guests and interviews, offering an insider’s perspective for students, parents, teachers, administrators, and fans alike. Break Ranks is presented in association with Bands of America’s Sun Safety Partne...

In this episode, David speaks with Dr. Heidi Welch, Director of Music Education at Vermont State University Castleton! 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 w...

Joining Us today, including host Chuck Henson, are four Bands of America announcers of the past, present, and future. Rich Frazier started out at BOA Summer Camp as both a camper and a SWAG before serving several years as an announcer in the 1980s. John Pollard announces for both BOA Championships and the Music for All National Festival and is a member of the Board Of Directors. Dan Potter, in add...

In this episode, David speaks with Jarrett Lipman, Director of Bands at Vandegrift H.S., TX, and Brass Caption Manager for the Boston Crusaders! 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...

Joining Us today is Bob Buckner. Buckner served as the Athletic Band Director at Western Carolina University for two decades, directing the “Pride of the Mountains” Marching Band. He served as Director of the Honor Band in the Rose Parade in 2013 and 2017 and is a longtime adjudicator, clinician, and advisor to MFA and BOA. In celebration of Music for All’s 50th anniversary, the podcast series Joi...

In this episode, David speaks with Wesley Brewer, Coordinator of Music Education at Oregon 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 thei...

Joining Us today is Sheri Manning. Manning is a retired music educator of 46 years. In her involvement with Bands of America and Music for All, Manning has served on the Educational Advisory Committee and brought her band to BOA events for several decades, helping spur BOA’s growth in Utah and the western United States. She is also a member of the Hall of Fame. In celebration of Music for All’s 50...

In this episode, David speaks again with Dr. Matthew Arau, Founder & CEO of Upbeat Global and Associate Professor of Music at Lawrence 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 motivat...