Category: EducationCommunity
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Ep. 174: Next Generation Music Education – Strategies, tools, and inspiration with Eric Songer
An award-winning band teacher shares how modern band classes can attract students who otherwise would not engage in traditional K-12 music offerings – connecting more students to the holistic benefits of music and expanding the reach of the music program. We discuss innovative course offerings; creative ways to integrate them into a fixed school schedule;…
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Ep. 173: From founding drummer in Maroon 5 to mental health advocate – Ryan Dusick’s journey through struggle to connection and purpose
Ryan Dusick went from being the drummer for the world’s hottest rock band, to being forced out of music by physical and mental health challenges. He spent a decade suffering from depression, crippling anxiety, and substance abuse before beginning a journey of recovery. We explore the intersections of music, mental health, and purpose; discuss the…
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Ep. 171: Elevating the Gaming Experience: The unique artistry and composition challenges of interactive video game music; with award-winning composer Winifred Phillips
The author of “A Composer’s Guide to Game Music” explains the nuanced art form of crafting soundscapes that dynamically respond to every player’s move. We discuss why gaming music imprints more strongly on our memory than music from other forms of entertainment; opportunities for newcomers to the field; what inspires Winifred Phillips most about the…
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Ep. 168: Heartbeat Music: Crafting Forever Songs of Connection; with Brian Schreck, MA, MT-BC
Brian Schreck has called the human heartbeat “the most basic, beautiful metronome. It is such a powerful, audible representation of life and of the human experience.” Discover how Brian incorporates this “beautiful metronome” into individualized legacy songs that connect the internal world with the external world, offer solace and expression for patients (even those who…
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Ep. 167: Having Surgery? Use music to reduce anxiety and pain perception; with Alice Cash, PhD, LCSW
Renowned clinical musicologist and author Dr. Alice Cash delves into the fascinating world of music medicine, particularly its impact on perioperative care. She explains how carefully curated music allows the power of rhythmic entrainment to significantly reduce anxiety, enhance patient outcomes, and even reduce the need for potentially-addictive medications before, during, and after medical and…
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Ep. 166: Every Brain Needs Music: The Neuroscience of Making and Listening to Music; with authors Larry Sherman, PhD, and Dennis Plies, DA
Whether you are a professional musician or music enthusiast, prepare to meet your new favorite book on the neuroscience of music! We discuss the science of effective practice; the intricate and distinct neurological processes utilized for musical composition, improvisation, practice, and performance; and the profound impact of music on brain development. As the conversation unfolds,…