Tag: education
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Micro 50: Silent Night, Shared Light – The Christmas Truce and Music’s Power to Unite (re-run)
One hundred ten years ago this Christmas Eve, music sparked an unexpected moment of peace on a war-torn battlefield. Hear how a simple carol transformed a battlefield and ushered in peace, connection, and joy. Music has a profound ability to unite, heal, and foster humanity even in the darkest times. May this powerful story of…
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Micro 42: Create a Practice Nest – 3 Elements for a Back-to-School Boost
It’s back-to-school season! Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or lifelong learner, now is the perfect time to create a practice nest – a welcoming space that transforms music practice from a chore into a joy. Discover three key elements to design a practice space that inspires consistency, comfort, and creativity.
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Micro 41: What I’ve Learned After 200+ Conversations About Music
What can 200+ conversations with the brightest minds in music teach us about life? On the six-year anniversary of the podcast, I share four lessons that have reshaped the way I see music – and its power to transform your everyday life.
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Ep. 215: Building Brain Capital and Preventing Dementia Through Arts Integration; with Genein Letford, M.Ed
Can music actually protect your brain and reduce dementia risk? Award-winning educator and arts advocate Genein Letford reveals how engaging with music builds “brain capital” – the essential combination of cognitive health, creativity, and connection that fuels success in leadership and in life. Discover the science behind the arts’ power to strengthen memory, sharpen thinking,…
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Ep. 209: Making Music Practice Easier – Support, Strategy, and Joy; with Barbie Wong
Wish your child loved practicing music—or at least didn’t dread it? Music educator Barbie Wong shares simple, research-backed strategies to make music practice easier, more joyful, and effective. Barbie is founder of Musical Nest, a vibrant community supporting teachers and parents in inspiring kids to make music. Access tips, tools, and solutions to nurture musical…
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Micro 34: Musical Adventures Beyond the Lesson – Creative Ways to Explore Music
Music learning takes place in many forms and contexts. Discover fun, diverse, unique ways to spark curiosity and creativity. From captivating books and movies to educational podcasts and interactive activities, this resource listing provides a foundation for your child’s (or your own!) unique musical journey while also encouraging you to come up with your own…