As we head into May, most of we music teachers are gearing up for a busy concert season comprised of concerts, plays, recitals, and so forth. We've been working hard with our students, probably for months, preparing these springtime presentations, and as the show dates approach, we become even more focused on our performing student … Continue reading The Sixty Percent
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What role Will Students Play in Selecting Music with the New Arts Standards for Music?
Have you ever asked a student why they selected a particular song for listening? When I have asked, students typically cite that they identify with the song, or they like the beat. Either of these answers are a good start, but none of them go far enough. If music is going to have more than … Continue reading What role Will Students Play in Selecting Music with the New Arts Standards for Music?
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