by Mark Goff | Sep 25, 2015 | Music Truths
“Music is about communication, creativity, and cooperation, and by studying music in schools, students have the opportunity to build on these skills, enrich their lives, and experience the world from a new perspective.” ~ Bill Clinton, Former President of the...
by Mark Goff | Sep 24, 2015 | Music Truths
Two-thirds (67%) of Americans say music education provides people with a disciplined approach to solving problems. ~ The Harris Poll®, July 2014
by Tim Gee | Sep 22, 2015 | Tips
We have had a great response from directors around the state about our interview with Bob Medworth! Bob is an incredible educator and we wanted to highlight one of Bob’s tips today. So, take a moment to hear Bob explain how turning a normal everyday concert into an...
by Mark Goff | Sep 22, 2015 | Music Truths
First- graders who participated in special music classes as part of an arts study saw their reading skills and math proficiency increase dramatically. ~ Gardiner, M. F., Fox, A., Knowles, F., & Jeffrey, D. (1996). Learning improved by arts training. Nature,...
by Mark Goff | Sep 21, 2015 | Music Truths
Playing a musical instrument can reverse stress at the molecular level, according to studies conducted by Loma Linda University School of Medicine and Applied Biosystems ~ as published in Medical Science Monitor
by Mark Goff | Sep 18, 2015 | Music Truths
“In my own philanthropy and business endeavors, I have seen the critical role that the arts play in stimulating creativity and in developing vital communities….the arts have a crucial impact on our economy and are an important catalyst for learning, discovery, and...
