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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...

In this episode, David speaks with Cecilia Clark, Director of Bands at Woodland H.S., GA, and President of the Servant Leadership Association for 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 motiv...

In this episode, David speaks with Kenley Kristofferson, Music Educator at Lord Selkirk Regional Comprehensive Secondary School, Manitoba, Canada! 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,...

In this episode, David speaks with Cord Martin, Co-Director of Bands, Whitthorne 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. W...

It's Grand Nationals Week! 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,...

In this episode, David speaks with Christina Soper, Director of Bands, Hale Elementary & Stapley Junior H.S., AZ! 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 wi...

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...

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...