by Tim Dawson | May 10, 2016 | Tips
Joe Vrabec provides us with some great advice on teaching band as a young director and a great tip for future retirees. Check out Joe’s tips below! If You Start It, Keep It & Don’t Be Afraid Of A Small School Tips For Veterans...
by Mark Goff | May 9, 2016 | Music Truths
“I would teach children music, physics, and philosophy; but most importantly music, for the patterns in music and all the arts are the keys to learning.” ~ Plato
by Mark Goff | May 5, 2016 | Music Truths
“Arts education aids students in skills needed in the workplace: flexibility, the ability to solve problems and communicate, the ability to learn new skills, to be creative and innovative, and to strive for excellence.” ~ Joseph M. Calahan, Director of Cooperate...
by Mark Goff | May 2, 2016 | Music Truths
“The rapidly evolving global economy demands a dynamic and creative workforce. The arts and its related businesses are responsible for billions of dollars in cultural exports for this country. It is imperative that we continue to support the arts and arts education...
by Mark Goff | Apr 29, 2016 | Music Truths
Music education helps develop originality and flexibility, which are key components of creativity and innovation ~ Craft, A. (2001). An Analysis of Research and Literature on Creativity and Education. Report Prepared for the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority....
by Mark Goff | Apr 28, 2016 | Music Truths
Students in high-quality school music education programs score higher on standardized tests compared to students in schools with deficient music education programs, regardless of the socioeconomic level of community. ~ Nature Neuroscience, April 2007
