by Tim Dawson | Apr 12, 2018 | Music Truths
“The ability to focus is a key skill developed through ensemble work. Keeping a balance between listening and contributing involves a great deal of concentration and focus. It requires each participant to not only think about their role, but how their role contributes...
by Tim Dawson | Apr 10, 2018 | Legends, Tips
Welcome back to the Director Spotlight – Legends series. This month, Dr. Dan Bolin joined us on the Director Spotlight. Dr. Bolin currently teaches music education classes at Butler University. Today, he discusses his music education philosophy and his interest in...
by Tim Dawson | Apr 9, 2018 | Music Truths
A study examined the influence of music education on nonmusical abilities, the effects of music lessons on academic performance, and cognitive abilities. The study revealed that students who participated in music lessons showed statistically higher intelligence...
by Tim Dawson | Apr 5, 2018 | Music Truths
“Music is a higher revelation than all wisdom and philosophy.” ~ Ludwig van Beethoven quoted in “Music Is a Potent Source of Meaning,”” Tom Jacobs, August 20, 2015.
by Tim Gee | Apr 3, 2018 | Legends, Tips
Today, we return to our new series in our Director Spotlight interview project, the “Legends” series. This “Legends” interview is with Dr. Dan Bolin, retiring professor of music education at Butler University. Dr. Bolin has been a public school band director, school...
by Tim Dawson | Apr 2, 2018 | Music Truths
Students in high-quality school music programs score higher on standardized tests compared to students in schools with deficient music education programs, regardless of the socioeconomic level of the school or school district. ~ Johnson, C. M. & Memmott, J. E....
