by Tim Dawson | Nov 15, 2018 | Music Truths
“The arts are central to who we are as a people, and they are central to the success of our kids. This is not an afterthought. This is not something you do because it’s nice to do. It is necessary for these young people to succeed that we promote the...
by Tim Dawson | Nov 13, 2018 | Tips
Ned Boyd, band director at Logansport, Indiana recently joined us on the Director Spotlight! Today, he talks about his unique approach to sight-reading! We hope you enjoy this segment of the Director Spotlight!
by Tim Dawson | Nov 12, 2018 | Music Truths
freedom-to-be “In the push for quality math, science, technical, humanities, and other programs, please be sure that the arts are not ignored or pushed to one side. Provide your political support for the total curriculum. The arts enrich all of us.” ~ Dr....
by Tim Dawson | Nov 8, 2018 | Music Truths
“Teens indicate making music provides the freedom for teens to just be themselves; to be different; to be something they thought they could never be; to be comfortable and relaxed in school and elsewhere in their lives.” ~ Shehan Campbell, Patricia....
by Tim Dawson | Nov 6, 2018 | Tips
Welcome back to the Director Spotlight! This month, Mr. Ned Boyd joins us on the Director Spotlight. Ned teaches 6-12 band in the Logansport, Indiana School system. Today he discusses his path to Logansport and how his first year of teaching shaped his career! Thanks...
by Tim Dawson | Nov 5, 2018 | Music Truths
With music in schools, students connect to each other better – greater camaraderie, fewer fights, less racism and reduced use of hurtful sarcasm. ~ Jensen, E., Arts With the Brain In Mind, Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development,...
