TESTIMONIALS
“Two years ago I sat in your leadership workshop for the first time wondering what in the world I was doing. I was so scared because I thought leaders were born, but I now know that is not the case. I was fortunate to be a selected drum major my last two years of HS. I became friends with bandmates I never would have if it weren't for your workshop which taught me that relationships matter more than a title. The same feelings were conveyed in my choir program last year. I thought I was failing my choir as a student leader but then was selected as a strong leader by my peers. If I hadn't participated in your workshop, I would not have thought about building relationships within the programs. It would've never crossed my mind that a leader doesn't lead from above, but rather is down working just as hard or even harder than everyone else. Thank you for offering your workshop to students in the Midwest. I can honestly say that your workshop really changed my outlook on leadership, but also life in general. I hope this note inspires you to continue what you're doing because I know I would not be where I am today without your workshop.”
Abbey Hellevang, Student
Lincoln High School | Sioux Falls, South Dakota
“Todd is one of the greatest people I have ever had the honor to know. I respected him so much. He helped make my experience in the band so amazing because of his dedication to the program but also to each of us involved. I knew we were going to be able to achieve so many great things because he not only had passion for the program, but a love for improvement and success. He wanted to make sure we knew that what we were doing was challenging and that if it were easy, everyone would do it. He made us understand that we aren't just winning competitions, but growing as individuals.”
Mitchell Mussell, 2013 graduate
Rosemount High School | Rosemount, MN
“Todd has been such an inspiration to me and the entire Rosemount High School marching band. Throughout my four years as a student at Rosemount, Todd never gave up on anyone. He helped me realize that you can achieve anything you put your mind to. He brought out the best in everyone – his passion for excellence and growth is contagious. Todd genuinely cares for each person he meets and has a desire to bring the best out of everyone.”
Nick Pranke, 2008 Graduate
Rosemount High School | Rosemount, MN
“I have known Todd Dufault for over 40 years. Todd possesses all of the traits that make him an excellent teacher in Leadership. He has a calm yet intense passion for working with students. This, coupled with his knowledge and background in the field, allows him to raise the bar on what he expects from students. Students react well to him because of the mutual respect that exists in all that he does.”
Tom Haugen, Supervisor of music student teachers
Luther College | Decorah, IA
“I have had the privilege of knowing Todd for many years as a colleague and friend. I’ve always been impressed with his contagious passion for excellence and the way he draws that out of others. You will be so glad that your students got a chance to spend time with him and learn from him – the benefits will be both immediate and long-term. I confidently give Todd my highest recommendation!”
Sam Anderson, Assistant Band Director
Lincoln High School | Sioux Falls, SD
“Todd is easy to work with because he has no ego despite his talents. His greatest talent is his ability to take a group from wherever they are at and get them to the next level. He has been a perfect resource for building our program.”
Matt Gullickson, Band Director
Eastview High School | Apple Valley, MN
“Todd was an integral part of the Rosemount High School Marching Band staff for 13 seasons. The knowledge he brought to the ensemble rehearsals was unparalleled. That accompanied with the style of delivery he uses to provide our students with feedback is amazing. Todd has a knack of grasping student’s attention, giving them a task, and assisting them as they achieve the task all the while being positive in the feedback. The students and staff respected Todd highly, not only as a quality instructor but more so as the quality person he is.”
Leon Sieve, Band Director
Rosemount High School | Rosemount, MN
“Our marching band program had been canceled due to lack of participation. I wanted to bring it back, but knew very little and needed some help. Todd was the perfect answer to our needs. He was able to take us from where the kids and I were - the beginning. He's affirming, motivational, and highly qualified. You will not regret bringing Todd in!”
Scott Cory, Band Director
Zumbrota-Mazeppa High School | Zumbrota, MN
"Todd's passion for teaching, marching and excellence shows in everything he does! "