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  1. Annie Ray | The Heart of Teaching Music - Ep. 4

    2D AGO

    Annie Ray | The Heart of Teaching Music - Ep. 4

    This week’s episode of The Heart of Teaching Music features Annie Ray, Orchestra Director and Performing Arts Department Chair at  Annandale H.S., VA. Annie shares about some of her many unique projects in the music education space, including Crescendo, an ensemble composed of special education students, and Fairfax County’s parent orchestra, a group that has seen great musical and social success. Plus, she talks about Motherhood and Music Education–a new initiative seeking to build a supportive community of music educators who are also mothers (motherhoodandmusiceducation.com). Without people, there is no music. Join hosts Julia Baumanis and Scott Edgar as they explore the heart of teaching music. Each week, they sit down with inspiring leaders in music and music education to share stories of identity, belonging, and making a difference through music. Together, they uncover how music education nurtures growth—not just musically, but socially and emotionally. With engaging conversations, diverse voices, and opportunities for listeners to ask questions, this podcast invites music educators to embrace life-skill development and discover the power of Music for ALL. This episode is sponsored by GIA Publications. Learn more about GIA’s music education offerings, including Julia and Scott’s personal favorites, here: ⁠⁠giamusic.com/hotm⁠⁠. Read more about Annie's parent orchestra: https://hub.yamaha.com/music-educators/learn-peers/case-studies/parent-orchestra-gets-the-whole-family-involved/.

    35 min
  2. Julie Bounds | Culture Before Content - Ep. 91

    4D AGO

    Julie Bounds | Culture Before Content - Ep. 91

    In this episode, David speaks with Julie Bounds, Director of Bands at Sheldon 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. Watch this episode with video: https://youtube.com/live/aaR8uGJxPDQ?feature=share

    51 min
  3. Dr. Dré Graham & Adolphus Hailstork | The Heart of Teaching Music - Ep. 3

    MAR 26

    Dr. Dré Graham & Adolphus Hailstork | The Heart of Teaching Music - Ep. 3

    This week’s episode of The Heart of Teaching Music features Dr. Dré Graham, Conductor and Music Director of Alachua County Youth Orchestra, along with Adolphus Hailstork, prolific composer of instrumental and vocal music. They talk with Julia and Scott about the importance of representation in music education, their own musical and compositional journeys, and their book African American Composers in the Wind Band Tradition, published by GIA Publications. Without people, there is no music. Join hosts Julia Baumanis and Scott Edgar as they explore the heart of teaching music. Each week, they sit down with inspiring leaders in music and music education to share stories of identity, belonging, and making a difference through music. Together, they uncover how music education nurtures growth—not just musically, but socially and emotionally. With engaging conversations, diverse voices, and opportunities for listeners to ask questions, this podcast invites music educators to embrace life-skill development and discover the power of Music for ALL. This episode is sponsored by GIA Publications. Learn more about GIA’s music education offerings, including Julia and Scott’s personal favorites, here: ⁠giamusic.com/hotm⁠. Dr. Dré & Adolphus's book: giamusic.com/resource/african-american-composers-in-the-wind-band-tradition-book-g-11504

    47 min
  4. Phillip Haines | Culture Before Content - Ep. 90

    MAR 23

    Phillip Haines | Culture Before Content - Ep. 90

    In this episode, David speaks with Phillip Haines, Band Director at Pinecrest Academy St. Rose, NV! 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 episode with video: https://youtube.com/live/gsPt7NCaFnA?feature=share

    52 min
  5. Paula A. Crider | The Heart of Teaching Music - ep. 2

    MAR 19

    Paula A. Crider | The Heart of Teaching Music - ep. 2

    This week’s episode of The Heart of Teaching Music features Paula A. Crider, Professor Emerita, The University of Texas. Paula talks with Julia and Scott about the importance of relationships in music education, the emotional impact of music, and keeping the music classroom and ensemble student-centered. Without people, there is no music. Join hosts Julia Baumanis and Scott Edgar as they explore the heart of teaching music. Each week, they sit down with inspiring leaders in music and music education to share stories of identity, belonging, and making a difference through music. Together, they uncover how music education nurtures growth—not just musically, but socially and emotionally. With engaging conversations, diverse voices, and opportunities for listeners to ask questions, this podcast invites music educators to embrace life-skill development and discover the power of Music for ALL. This episode is sponsored by GIA Publications. Learn more about GIA’s music education offerings, including Julia and Scott’s personal favorites, here: giamusic.com/hotm.

    35 min
  6. Julia Baumanis & Scott Edgar | The Heart of Teaching Music - Ep. 1

    MAR 19

    Julia Baumanis & Scott Edgar | The Heart of Teaching Music - Ep. 1

    This week’s episode of The Heart of Teaching Music features our hosts, Julia and Scott, introducing their new podcast series. Julia Baumanis is Assistant Professor and Associate Director of Bands at Rutgers University, serving as the first female instrumental conductor in its 258-year history, and Scott Edgar is Associate Professor of Music, Chair of the Department of Music, and Director of Bands at Lake Forest College, Social Emotional Learning Editor for GIA Publications, and serves as Director of Practice and Research for The Center for Arts Education and Social Emotional Learning. Without people, there is no music. Join hosts Julia Baumanis and Scott Edgar as they explore the heart of teaching music. Each week, they sit down with inspiring leaders in music and music education to share stories of identity, belonging, and making a difference through music. Together, they uncover how music education nurtures growth—not just musically, but socially and emotionally. With engaging conversations, diverse voices, and opportunities for listeners to ask questions, this podcast invites music educators to embrace life-skill development and discover the power of Music for ALL. This episode is sponsored by GIA Publications. Learn more about GIA’s music education offerings, including Julia and Scott’s personal favorites, here: giamusic.com/hotm. Thanks for tuning in to our first episode! We hope you'll join us every Thursday for a new exploration of The Heart of Teaching Music.

    30 min
  7. Shane Colquhoun, PhD | Culture Before Content - Ep. 89

    MAR 17

    Shane Colquhoun, PhD | Culture Before Content - Ep. 89

    In this episode, David speaks with Shane Colquhoun, PhD, Assistant Professor of Music Technology & Contemporary Music Styles at Alabama 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 ensembles. Watch this episode with video: https://youtube.com/live/RKw9T9xiUUU?feature=share

    52 min
  8. Giovanni Santos | Culture Before Content - Ep. 88

    MAR 10

    Giovanni Santos | Culture Before Content - Ep. 88

    In this episode, David speaks with Giovanni Santos, Composer and Director of Bands at the University of Redlands! 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 episode with video: https://youtube.com/live/C0opuThBlio?feature=share

    51 min
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