Music Ed Insights

Keys to Ensemble Success with James Rodde

Alan and Steve talk with Iowa State University Director of Choral Activities James Rodde about ways any ensemble can set themselves apart. Episode notes and more information at https://www.musicedinsights.com/uncategorized/keys-to-ensemble-success-with-james-rodde/

Copyright Dos and Don’ts with James Weaver

Alan and Steve talk with James Weaver (the Director of Performing Arts and Sports for the National Federation of State High School Associations) about what music teachers need to know about copyright law. More information and show notes available at https://www.musicedinsights.com/uncategorized/copyright-dos-and-donts-with-james-weaver/

Season Two Trailer

It's a new school year and a new season season of Music Ed Insights! Listen as Alan and Steve preview their plans and upcoming episodes.

Culture and Practices with Darrin Davis (Part 2: Rehearsal Techniques)

Alan and Steve talk with award-winning Broken Arrow, Oklahoma band director Darrin Davis about the best practices used in one of the most decorated marching band programs in the nation. Show notes and more info can be found at https://www.musicedinsights.com/uncategorized/culture-and-practices-with-darrin-davis-part-2-rehearsal-techniques/.

Culture and Practices with Darrin Davis (Part 1: Student Leadership and Parent Relationships)

Alan and Steve talk with award-winning Broken Arrow, Oklahoma band director Darrin Davis about the best practices used in one of the most decorated marching band programs in the nation. Find more information about this episode at: https://www.musicedinsights.com/uncategorized/culture-and-practices-with-darrin-davis-part-1-student-leadership-and-parent-relationships/

Getting Assessment Right with Glenn Nierman

Steve and Alan talk with University of Nebraska-Lincoln professor Glenn Nierman about authentic assessment in the K-12 music classroom. Show notes available at https://www.musicedinsights.com/uncategorized/getting-assessment-right-with-glenn-nierman/

What Trauma Does to Our Students with Nicole Cobb

Alan and Steve talk to counselor Nicole Cobb about how Covid and other sources of trauma impact their learning and engagement. Find links and show notes at https://www.musicedinsights.com/uncategorized/what-trauma-does-to-our-students-with-nicole-cobb/

This stuff works! Real-World Application with Jennifer Williams

Steve and Alan talk with Jennifer Williams about specific ways she has implemented Music Ed Insights into her high school instrumental music classroom, and how they’ve made a difference for students. Find links and more information at https://www.musicedinsights.com/uncategorized/this-stuff-works-real-world-application-with-jennifer-williams/

Staying Curious, Empathetic, and Optimistic with Jason Max Ferdinand

Alan and Steve talk with Jason Max about learning more, growing in understanding, and staying optimistic about your students and the world. For episode notes and links, visit https://www.musicedinsights.com/uncategorized/staying-curious-empathetic-and-optimistic-with-dr-jason-max-ferdinand/  

Alan and Steve have questions for YOU.

This week, we pose questions to our listeners. Write, send a sound clip, and engage in the conversation. We’ll use your responses and ideas for a future episode. You can take another closer look at the questions here: https://www.musicedinsights.com/uncategorized/alan-and-steve-have-questions-for-you/