by Tim Dawson | Jun 10, 2019 | Music Truths
The cognitive structures developed through music instruction “exposed and illuminated more general organizing structures relevant for multiple disciplines.” ~ Portowitz,P., Lichtenstein, O., Egorova, L., & Brand, E. (2009). Underlying mechanisms...
by Tim Dawson | Jun 4, 2019 | Legends, Tips
Today, we look to our Legends Series for our next spotlight! Former Director of Bands and Performing Arts Department Chair at Carmel High School, Mr. Richard Saucedo, recently joined us on the Director Spotlight. Today, we offer the first few segments from the...
by Tim Dawson | Jun 3, 2019 | Music Truths
An analysis of data from the National Educational Longitudinal Study of 1988 demonstrated a significant correlation between participation in school music groups and achievement in math and English. ~ Broh, B. A. (2002). Linking extracurricular programming to academic...
by Tim Dawson | May 28, 2019 | Director Spotlights
Welcome back to the Director Spotlight. Mr. Eric Thornbury, Director of Bands and Music Department Head at Noblesville High School recently joined us on the Director Spotlight. Today, we offer the full interview with Eric. Thanks for joining us and we hope you enjoy...
by Tim Dawson | May 27, 2019 | Music Truths
“A broad education in the arts helps give children a better understanding of their world…We need students who are culturally literate as well as math and science literate.” ~ Paul Ostergard, Vice President, Citicorp