Tag: musicadvocacy
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Ep. 203: Functional Music – Music powered by science for improved sleep, focus, or relaxation on demand; with Kevin JP Woods, PhD
Struggling with sleep, focus, or relaxation? Discover Brain.fm—an app that uses scientifically designed functional music to help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and boost productivity. Dr. Kevin Woods, Brain.fm’s Director of Science, explains how their unique audio technology influences brain activity for optimal performance. In addition, their patented technology supports focus for those…
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Micro 28: Jumpstart Creative Thinking
Feeling stuck creatively or want an extra boost of inspiration? John Cleese says creativity isn’t something you’re born (or not born) with – it’s a way of thinking and it can be taught. Discover insights on sparking a creative mindset… and how music can accelerate the creative process.
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Ep. 202: The HUMAN Instrument – How Beatboxing is Breaking Barriers in Education, Creativity, and Leadership; with Kaila Mullady
Kaila Mullady performs all over the world, infusing beatboxing, singing, rapping, and theater to push the boundaries of creativity and show just what the human instrument is capable of. From performing on Broadway to using beatboxing in speech therapy and music education, Kaila is proving that rhythm and sound can transform lives. Discover how her…
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Micro 27: Grip Strength & Music – A Surprising Key to Health and Longevity
Did you know that grip strength is one of the best predictors of overall health and longevity? And did you know that playing a musical instrument can help build and maintain it? Discover how making music strengthens your hands, brain, and even your future well-being—plus, a fun story about how piano lessons helped a young…
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Ep. 201: Breathe Bravely – Defying a Diagnosis through Singing; with Ashley Ballou-Bonnema
Discover how singing can be a lifeline, path to healing, and vital health indicator for those living with cystic fibrosis. Ashley Ballou-Bonnema is a professional vocalist, teacher, and writer whose own experience with singing and CF was transformational. Ashley founded the non-profit organization, Breathe Bravely, to help others combat the effects of CF and progressive…
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Micro 26: We Are the World –The Night Music Changed the World
As we dive into 2025, this special message is for parents of young musicians. Music lessons are so much more than notes and rhythms—they’re a gateway to perseverance, confidence, self-discipline, creativity, and lifelong success. Discover how the gift of music today shapes timeless skills your child will carry forever!