by Tim Dawson | Jul 15, 2019 | Music Truths
Researchers have demonstrated a strong relationship between individuals who participated in school arts experiences and higher academic success as demonstrated by grade point averages, scores on the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) and math and verbal...
by Tim Dawson | Jul 9, 2019 | Popular, Tips
Mr. Ned Boyd from Logansport schools recently joined us on the Director Spotlight. For today’s tip, he discusses how he keeps his saw sharp and why having fun in the classroom is so important! We hope you enjoy this segment from the Director Spotlight. Hope you...
by Tim Dawson | Jul 8, 2019 | Music Truths
We believe that music training is a particularly potent driver of brain plasticity that influences the biological processes important for listening, language, and learning. ~ Neuroeducation: “From the Lab to the Classroom,” School-Based Music Summary,...
by Tim Dawson | Jul 1, 2019 | 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 | Jun 25, 2019 | Director Spotlights, Legends
Welcome back to the Director Spotlight, Legends Edition! Mr. Richard Saucedo, former Director of Bands and Performing Arts Department Head at Carmel High School recently joined us on the Director Spotlight. Today, we offer the full interview with Richard. Thanks for...
by Tim Dawson | Jun 24, 2019 | 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...
