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Did you know that music education can improve cognitive functions, enhance memory, and boost problem-solving skills? 🧠 Find out more about the impact a Song Room arts learning program can have for students: https://bit.ly/3Wgw6IU #education #music #childdevelopment

The Cognitive Benefits of Music Education: Why Reading Matters Epiosde 220 with pre-eminent researcher Anita Collins. For music education to be cognitively beneficial for students, it needs to be hard. A daily regiment of the "triangle" of auditory, kinesthetic AND visual input coming to gether to make music. Take out the reading, and we lose SO much. #MusicEducation #CognitiveDevelopment #ReadingMusic #LearningMusic #BrainDevelopment #MusicTheory #Independence #Persistence #Resilience #EducationalBenefits

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KY3 Digital Extra: New book focuses on the country music history of the Ozarks https://lnkd.in/eYZAamg3

How to Build a Successful Music Program: Meeting Students' Needs Discover how to create a thriving music program by meeting students' needs for success, relationships, autonomy, and understanding. Learn effective strategies to communicate these benefits to incoming eighth-grade students and enhance your teaching practice. A must-watch for music educators looking to improve ensemble balance, recruitment, and scheduling. #MusicEducation #SuccessInMusic #StudentNeeds #TeachingStrategies #EnsembleBalance #RecruitmentTips #MusicProgramEnhancement #TeachingPractice #MusicEducationAssociation #MusicRecruitment

One objective of EU SMART Composers is: 📌To create a practical tool to facilitate VET Music Educator-Music Students knowledge transfer to improve their employability. https://lnkd.in/dzSW9GMT  

This #PrideMonth, we celebrate the vibrant diversity of our music community. Let's continue to foster acceptance and love for all 🌈 Here are 4 Ways to Foster an Inclusive Classroom ➡ Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/eWDjbVn5 🎵 Diverse Repertoire: Including music from various cultures, genres, and historical periods. This not only broadens students’ musical exposure but also allows them to see their own cultures represented. 🌎 Cultural Context: Teaching the historical and cultural background of music pieces. This helps students understand the broader context of the music they are learning. 🎤 Student Voice: Encouraging students to share their musical interests and experiences. This can lead to more engaged learning and a sense of ownership in their musical education. 💭 Critical Discussions: Facilitating conversations about how social issues intersect with music, such as exploring how different artists have used music as a form of social commentary. By integrating these elements in curriculum development, music educators can create a curriculum that not only educates but also empowers students by honoring their diverse identities. #TMEA #InclusiveEducation #DiversityInMusic

What is the value of music education? Should schools invest in opportunities for young people to access orchestral music? Is there a great need? 💭 Our trustee, Caroline Maurice, shares her reflections in this thought-provoking blog. Read here: https://lnkd.in/e7cQqagv #musiceducation #arts #creativity [Alt text: Quote graphic. Text reads - For schools to produce well-rounded individuals ready to enter society, they should be looking to nurture the whole person, and that includes the opportunity for creativity through music.]

MacPhail Center for Music's Music for Life program brings older adults together to learn and practice music skills, and socialize with other adults. Most members who participated in an evaluation of the program say the classes improve their mood, physical well-being, and creativity. Read Ryan Ander-Evans' blog post about the program, listen to participants share their thoughts about Music for Life, and find out what else we learned about the program's impact: https://lnkd.in/e6SCabx7

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