by Tim Dawson | Oct 18, 2016 | Director Spotlights
In this edition of the Director Spotlight, we interview Mr. Joel Powell from Carmel Middle School orchestra program. Joel is an up-and-coming young orchestra director who we think you will enjoy getting to know.
by Mark Goff | Oct 17, 2016 | Music Truths
Students who take music in middle school score signifcantly higher on algebra assignments in 9th grade than their non-music counterparts. ~ Helmrich. B. H. (2010). Window of opportunity? Adolescence, music, and algebra. Journal of Adolescent Research. 25...
by Mark Goff | Oct 13, 2016 | Music Truths
Students who study music tend to have larger vocabularies and more advanced reading skills than their peers who do not participate in music lessons. ~ Arete Music Academy. “Statistical benefits of music in education.” Arete Music Academy. Accessed July 17,...
by Tim Dawson | Oct 11, 2016 | Tips
Brian Caldwell, Dan Healton and Keith Whitford talked with us on the Director Spotlight recently. They discussed having high expectations, student leadership/ownership and how they manage staff members. Check out these short segments from our Spotlight Interview. High...
by Mark Goff | Oct 10, 2016 | Music Truths
“Students of all ages – that includes adults – generally find that music helps them focus more clearly on the task at hand and puts them in a better mood for learning.” ~ Chris Brewer, founder of LifeSounds Educational Services, quoted in “Boost Memory and Learning...
