Tag: musicmatters
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Ep. 200: Country Music History is American History; with The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum’s Katherine Palmer, DMA
The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is both an incredible in-person experience AND an education and outreach hub that reaches beyond its onsite visitors. We discuss the Taylor Swift Education Center, innovative resources available to parents and educators everywhere, and music’s ability to foster connection and cultural awareness.
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Ep. 198: Design for Flourishing – The Intersection of Music, Architecture, and Well-Being; with Jenna Mikus, PhD
Dr. Jenna Mikus is an architectural scientist, engineer, and well-being expert whose unique approach to design blends science, art, and music to create spaces that promote health and flourishing. We dive into the fascinating concept of eudaemonia, explore the importance of sound in environments, and discuss how Dr. Mikus’ musical background continues to shape her…
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Ep. 196: The Beat of the Land – Music’s Role in Native American Culture and Identity; with Anton Treuer, PhD
What role did music play historically in Native American culture, and in what ways has this changed or remained the same? How have Native musicians influenced modern music? Dr. Anton Treuer, author of “Everything You Wanted to Know About Indians But Were Afraid to Ask,” shares powerful insights into the deep connection between music, tradition,…
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Ep. 195: Classical Regenerated – AyseDeniz on AI, Creativity, and Bridging the Past and Future of Music
Award-winning pianist and composer AyseDeniz is expanding classical music’s reach by blending tradition and technology in fascinating ways. She’s using AI not only to bring classical music to new audiences but also to imagine what the legendary composers (think Chopin and Mozart) might have composed if they were alive in the digital age. AyseDeniz shares…
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Ep. 194: Advocating Smarter, Not Harder – A simplified guide for exponential impact and reward; with Anita Collins, PhD
Dr. Anita Collins, who I consider the global godmother of music advocacy, has been working for six years on a simplified music advocacy method. This distilled, efficient method is now available and is designed to empower musicians and educators everywhere to confidently and effectively advocate for music education. Infuse these steps into your work to…