by Tim Dawson | Mar 21, 2017 | Director Spotlights
Next on our Director Spotlight is Mr. Keith Ziolkowski, Orchestra Director in the Avon school system. Keith teaches both middle school orchestras in Avon and does a fantastic job! Please enjoy this edition of the Director Spotlight!
by Mark Goff | Mar 20, 2017 | Music Truths
Studies have shown that assiduous instrument training from an early age can help the brain to process sounds better, making it easier to stay focused when absorbing other subjects, from literature to tensor calculus. ~ Hearing the music, honing the mind. (2010)....
by Mark Goff | Mar 16, 2017 | Music Truths
“I would say that music is the easiest means in which to express, but since words are my talent, I must try to express clumsily in words what the pure music would have done better.” ~ William Faulkner
by Tim Dawson | Mar 14, 2017 | Tips
Russ Smith, Director of Bands at Shelbyville HS, joined us on the Director Spotlight last week. If you missed it, check out a few of his highlights on: Family/Work Balance, Advocacy and the use of music travel with not only his ensemble, but, his personal music...
by Mark Goff | Mar 13, 2017 | Music Truths
Majorities of parents whose children are involved in music classes also credit music education for making them happier, more focused, more selfdisciplined, stronger academically and more helpful. ~ NAMM Foundation and Grunwald Associates LLC (2015). Striking a Chord:...
by Mark Goff | Mar 9, 2017 | Music Truths
Children who study a musical instrument are more likely to excel in all of their studies, work better in teams, have enhanced critical thinking skills, stay in school, and pursue further education. ~ Arte Music Academy. “Statistical benefits of music in education.”...
