Music Ed Insights

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Hearing Health with Alyssa Ottmar

Alan and Steve talk with audiologist Alyssa Ottmar about music teaching’s effect on hearing and how to combat risks.

 

Alan and Steve looking ahead to next year

What Got You Here Won’t Get You There

Alan and Steve with lessons learned when it comes to letting go of past “best practices.” Examples are drawn from DCI, the Episcopal Church, Irish Sean-nós artistry, and, believe it or not, K-12 music classrooms.

Groove and Expression with Sammy Miller

Alan and Steve talk with educator, drummer, and band leader Sammy Miller about the value of groove, expression, ownership and improvisation for all music students.

Reaching all students where they’re at with Rebecca Phillips and Ingrid Larragoity-Martin

 Alan and Steve talk with Rebecca Phillips and Ingrid Larragoity-Martin about inclusivity, culture, and psychological safety.

Keep Learning and Know Your ”Why” with Erin Holmes

Alan and Steve talk with Erin Holmes about lessons learned from doing a podcast, teaching, leadership and always being in the process of learning more.

DEI in Teaching and Literature Selection with Will Talley and Chandler Wilson

Alan and Steve talk with Will Talley and Chandler Wilson about current thoughts in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Access, and how they impact programming.

Musicking, Christopher Small, and Relationships with Mary Cohen

Alan and Steve talk with educator, author, and musicker Mary Cohen about incorporating the Musicking ideas of Christopher Small.

Teachable Moments and Bridges with Lillie Feierabend

Alan and Steve talk with author, educator, and pedagogy master Lillie Feierabend about moving classroom music to the day-to-day lives of our students.