Culture Before Content | On-Site at Bands of America Summer Camp, part 1

This special episode is the first of a 4-part series of podcasts recorded on-site in June 2026 at the Sweetwater Director Academy at the Bands of America Summer Camp, presented by Yamaha.In this episode, David speaks with Adam Burdett, Band Director at Pittston Area H.S., PA; and Elizabeth Van Hook, Band Director at Alexandria-Monroe Jr./Sr. H.S., IN. Listen in as they discuss teaching at a smaller school, the importance of mindset for music educators, and how student leadership plays a role in their band programs.Join David Duarte each week 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.Please join us back for regularly scheduled Sunday evening LIVE episodes, beginning this coming Sunday, August 9!Watch this episode with video: https://youtu.be/oa1VyUsyx1U