Musicast
By Musicast Podcast
MusicastApr 14, 2021
4.25: Music Industry Marketing and Promotion with Freedom High School
In this fun episode, Musicast creator, Marissa Guarriello, sits down with students from Freedom High School to talk about a class they are enrolled in. “Marking Musikfest” is a unique way to connect students with music industry skills.
Students used Sonic Bids and chose 10 different bands. Then, they selected favorites and offered them contracts for Musikfest, the largest free music festival in the United States.
Listen to the students share about their process, the artists they booked, and listen to the music throughout the episode.
If you’re an educator and you want to learn more about connections between education and industry, consider visiting the “Musikfest Industry and Education Conference” on August 1st and 2nd in Bethlehem, PA.
You can learn more at the link below!
https://www.musikfest.org/lineup/musikfest-music-industry-and-education-conference/
4.24: Creative Approaches to Teaching Beginners with Crystal Boyack
Some of the best teaching ideas stem from identifying problems or gaps in current methods. In this podcast episode, Crystal Boyack talks about just that! Through struggling to find a beginning method that worked for her string players (including her own daughter), she decided to create her own, and "Wee Violin" was born!
Crystal describes her approach to learning to play and love music, and how she incorporates a variety of musical cultures from day one.
You can learn more about Crystal's work below:
https://www.crystalboyackmusicstudio.com/
Grab her books here:
https://www.crystalboyackmusicstudio.com/weeviolin
And, follow her on instagram:
@crystalboyackmusicstudio
4:23: Getting Googley and Embracing Technology
I don't know about you, but this is the time of year when I feel overwhelmed with digital clutter and need to do some serious spring cleaning! Enter Theresa Hoover.
Last summer, Theresa delivered an incredible workshop at our annual symposium. She provided ideas for using Google Apps to enhance and streamline teaching. All of us were furiously taking notes and asking for more!
In this episode, I sit down with Theresa to discuss her history with tech, how she became part of #teamgoogle, and learn more about her workshop series, which debuts on April 26th.
You can learn more about Theresa's work here:
https://offthebeatenpathinmusic.com/
https://passthebatonbook.com/
Grab her book here:
https://fflat-books.com/product/empowering-ensembles-with-technology/
And, learn more about her PD sessions on our Learn Site:
https://learn.fflat-books.com/
4.22: Embracing Arabic Popular Music with Ashley Shabankareh
In this episode, we sit down with musician, author, educator, and all-around incredible human Ashley Shabankareh. Ashley shares about her life and work and how she collaborated on our latest release with longtime friend Mia Ibrahim.
Mia tragically lost their life in December 2023 and “Embracing Arabic Popular Music” is a resource that honors and celebrates their work in music education. Learn more about how this project developed and how Ashley and others are continuing to find ways to encourage culturally responsive teaching that honors and elevates all cultures, not just a select few.
You can learn more about Mia and Ashley’s book on the F-flat Books website.
And, connect with Ashley here:
https://www.ashleyshabankareh.com/about
4.21: Following Curiosity as a Musician and Educator with Yeshima
In this episode, Sarah sits down with author, musician, and educator: Yeshima! Yeshima has been an F-flat author for years and is currently doing some amazing work in the areas of project-based learning and therapeutic drumming. In this episode, Yeshima shares about their past experiences and how they started music as a clarinetist (and got kicked out of the band!!) and gradually found their way to percussion.
Now, Yeshima has provided a ton of resources for teachers looking to connect students with work that impacts the world. You can learn more about the resources mentioned in this episode at the link below:
Drum Smart Website:
https://drumsmartllc.com/
Drum Smart Insta:
instagram.com/drumsmart101
Project Based Learning Resource:
https://fflat-books.com/product/project-based-learning/
4.20: Providing Authentic Experience for Young Children with Jes Cleland
In this episode of Musicast, Sarah sits down with musician and educator, Jes Cleland. Jes is a bassist by trade and has spent years supporting young learners through her business, Music U, in Nashville. In this episode, she describes her journey to being an early childhood educator, how she approaches using literature with young children, and how her book “Get Out Beetle” was inspired by the kids she taught!
You can learn more about Music U here:
https://www.musicunashville.com/
Shop "Get out Beetle" merch here:
https://www.musicunashville.com/merch?category=Get+Out+Beetle
Follow Music U on Instagram @musicuclass
4.19: Finding Joy in Teaching with Jeanette Shorey
In this episode, Sarah sits down with Jeanette Shorey, veteran music teacher and promoter of joy in the classroom! Jeanette shares her story in music education and how she centers joy and stories in teaching young children. Listen to learn how community support and inspiration can help you keep the joy in teaching.
You can learn more about Jeanette at the links below:
https://storiesthatsing.net/
https://storiesthatsing.net/shop/
https://storiesthatsing.net/jointhehappymusicteacheracademy/
4.18: Cultivating Empathy in the Classroom with Daniel Rivera
How do we cultivate a sense of understanding and empathy among students? Can the music classroom be a space where we have hard discussions and unpack big emotions?
In this episode, Daniel Rivera (author of "Empathy") describes his journey in music education and how his classroom has become a space to feel and share emotions: big or small.
Listen and learn about the ways that you can help students learn to empathize with each other in tangible ways.
Resources shared in this episode:
You can find Daniel's book here:
https://fflat-books.com/product/empathy/
Want to learn more about our writing cohort starting in March? Check it out:
https://learn.fflat-books.com/writing-rescue-kidlit-lab/#
And, if you haven't downloaded our Black History Month guide yet, you can still get it for free:
https://fflat-books.com/product/black-history-month-heritage-month-guide-2024/
4.17: Finding Your Voice Through Your Song with David Dockan
In this episode, Sarah sits down with David Dockan: musician, educator, and Ph.D. student at the University of Kentucky. David shares about his history as a musician and why he centers social-emotional learning in his work as both a teacher of young children and a teacher of pre-service music educators. He also talks about the inspiration behind his new book, "Your Song," created with Angela Carter.
You can learn more about David and his work at the F-flat Books site and at the link below:
http://www.dockanmusic.com/home.html
And, learn about the courses David shared in the episode:
https://kentuckyorff.com/upcoming-workshops/
https://finearts.uky.edu/music/professional-development-and-summer-graduate-study
4.16: Purpose and The Why behind the Work Part II
In this episode, Sarah continues to chat with Coty about the why behind the work. They talk about finding your purpose and pouring your energy into spaces that feel authentic while recognizing that what we share publicly is not often what we experience privately.
How do we return to the passion and joy found in music and the things that light us up as musicians? Listen and be inspired by Coty’s story and learn why she wrote “When I Grow Up” and how she’s actively advocating for children.
You can support Coty and learn about her book, “When I Grow Up,” here:
https://fflat-books.com/product/when-i-grow-up/
Check out Coty’s website:
https://www.cotyravenmorris.com/
You can get the free Black History Month Heritage Guide here:
https://fflat-books.com/product/black-history-month-heritage-month-guide-2024/
4.15: Musicianship and The Why behind the Work
In this episode, Sarah sits down with Grammy-nominated educator Coty Raven Morris in a powerful two-part series on the why behind our work as musicians and educators. In this first half, Coty breaks down why we need to examine barriers in music education and how we, as educators, can effort to meet the needs of more students.
You can learn more about Coty at her website:
https://www.cotyravenmorris.com/
And, check out Coty's book on the F-flat Books website:
https://fflat-books.com/product/when-i-grow-up/
Grab the FREE Black History Month Heritage Guide here:
https://fflat-books.com/product/black-history-month-heritage-month-guide-2024/
4.14: "On the Journey" of Higher Education
What does research mean to you in your day to day practice? How does higher education fit into your professional and personal goals?
In this episode, Sarah sits down with Dr. Elizabeth Schultz (F-flat author and host of the "Research to Practice" column) and Marissa Guarriello (F-flat author, PhD students, and founder of Musicast) to talk about all things higher education. In this inspiring episode, they tackle:
- How curiosity can drive research and why it matters to music education
- Imposter phenomenon and debunking stereotypes in academia
- Advice for anyone considering graduate school
You can learn more about Liz and Marissa's work below.
Read Liz's column on the F-flat website:
https://fflat-books.com/tag/research-to-practice/
Check out Liz's book on navigating research:
https://fflat-books.com/product/the-digital-companion-to-navigating-music-education-research/
Learn about Marissa's contributions on the F-flat site:
https://fflat-books.com/authors/marissa-guarriello/
Do you have an idea for a guest or topic you want us to cover? Send an email to support@fflat-books.com.
4.13: The Best Gifts You Can Give Yourself
Many of us are approaching holiday breaks with MUCH NEEDED days off of teaching. But, how can we ensure that our time is spent in ways that are truly restorative and help us approach 2024 with a sense of grounding? In this episode, Sarah shares four things you can give yourself over winter break to find restoration.
You can read the corresponding blog post to this episode here:
https://fflat-books.com/last-minute-gift-guide-for-the-overwhelmed-music-teacher/
Also, this is the LAST Musicast episode for 2023! Thank you so much for listening and being part of this community.
Is there a topic you'd like us to cover in 2024? Or, a person we should interview? Please send ideas and nominations (including yourself!) to sarah@fflat-books.com.
4.12: Reimagining Representation for Beginning Musicians with Charlie Edmonds
In this episode of Musicast, Sarah sits down with Charlie Edmonds, PhD student, music educator, and entrepreneur. Charlie is the Founder of "Pocket Methods," a method for beginning band and orchestra students that centers black Gospel music.
Listen in to learn about Charlie's journey to becoming a researcher and entrepreneur and how she is changing the world of music education, one student at a time.
To sign up for the Pocket Methods newsletter, visit the website and add your email in:
https://www.pocketmethods.com/
Stay in touch online:
Instagram: instagram.com/Pocketmethods
LinkedIn URL: www.linkedin.com/in/charlie-edmonds-36570b8a
Pocket's LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pocket-methods-llc/?viewAsMember=true
Email Address: pocketmethods@gmail.com
Charlie will also be creating a FB group for those interested in the method. Follow her work online to keep in touch!
4.11: Reflections on the AOSA Conference with Claire Rehmke of Musically Minted
In this episode of Musicast, Sarah sits down with Claire of Musically Minted to share reflections on the AOSA conference in November. Both Sarah and Claire were exhibiting for the first time AND are running their businesses full-time after being in the classroom for years. Listen in to learn about the behind-the-scenes of conference exhibits, what it feels like to run a small business in music education, and their shared transition out of the classroom.
You can learn more about Musically Minted here:
https://musicallyminted.com/
And you can follow Musically Minted on Instagram:
@musicallyminted
4.10: The Why and the Work with Dr. Shane Colquhoun and Jasmine Fripp
In this episode, Dr. Shane Colquhoun sits down with Jasmine Fripp to talk about two important areas of music education: finding our "why" and how to put in meaningful work that impacts many.
This conversation is heartfelt, inspiring, and encouraging.
You can learn more about Shane and his book, Producers of Pop, here:
https://fflat-books.com/product/the-producers-of-pop/
And, learn about Jasmine Fripp's release, Carmine's Affirmations, here:
https://fflat-books.com/product/carmines-affirmations-song-and-classroom-resources/
Episode 4.9: Ask Me Anything with Dr. Sarah Gulish
In this episode, Sarah answers listener questions about entrepreneurship and F-flat Books' publishing platform.
F-flat is opening submissions in just a couple of months (January 1st!). Listen in to learn more about how you can prepare your project for submission, how the F-flat Books team decides what to publish, and what you might not know about the publishing industry.
You can learn more about the submission process here:
https://fflat-books.com/documentation/author-packet/
And you can read through the F-flat Books culture deck at the bottom of our homepage:
https://fflat-books.com/
Episode 4.8: What I Wish I'd Known My First Year Teaching with Jessica Grant
In this episode, Jessica Grant sits down to reflect on lessons she's learned during her 20+ year career as an educator. Whether you're a new teacher or have been in the classroom for years, Jessica's reflections are rooted in concrete ways to connect with care and community for sustenance in such a meaningful career.
You can learn more about Jessica on her site:
https://www.jessicagrant.org/
And you can read Jessica's book on wellness here:
https://fflat-books.com/product/two-perspectives-on-health-and-wellness/
Episode 4.7: Native American Music in the Music Classroom with Michelle McCauley Bobadilla
In this episode, Sarah sits down with Michelle McCauley Bobadilla to talk about the state of Native American music education. As a long-time music educator and a member of the Pyramid Lake Paiute tribe in Nevada. Michelle provides insight on how educators should approach learning about and tapping into their local Native Nations and what not to do when it comes to Native American Heritage month.
Resources mentioned in the episode:
Indian Country Today:
https://ictnews.org/
Powow Livestreams:
https://www.youtube.com/@Powwows
Michelle's YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleMcCauley
You can also connect with Michelle on Instagram (@thaswrong) and follow F-flat Books to learn more about her forthcoming book, "Kammu, Kammu."
Episode 4.6: Autumn Songs and the Creative Process
In this week's episode, we sit down with Stephanie Leavell of Music for Kiddos to talk about some of our favorite topics: Songwriting, Autumn Songs, and how to connect with kids. Stephanie shares how she embraces the creative process of songwriting, how she's found her voice as a songwriter, and what keeps her true to herself as an artist and educator.
Links from this episode:
Join Stephanie's "Song of the month" club: https://www.musicforkiddos.com/newsletter
Learn about the Music for Kiddos Membership:
https://www.musicforkiddos.com/community
Check out "The Shy Little Monster" Book:
https://fflat-books.com/product/shy-little-monster/
Episode 4.5: Wind Ensemble, Repertoire, and Modernizing Programs with Dr. Tonya Mitchell-Spradlin (Season 2 Reissue)
This episode originally aired in August 2021.
Tonya Mitchell-Spradlin is Director of Wind Band Studies and Assistant Professor of Music at Penn State University. In addition to conducting the Symphonic Wind Ensemble, overseeing the graduate wind conducting program, teaching courses in wind band literature and wind conducting, she oversees all aspects of the concert band programs at Penn State. Her appointment at PSU follows three years as Assistant Director of Bands and Associate Director of Athletic Bands at the University of South Carolina. Prior to her tenure at Uof SC, Mitchell-Spradlin taught at Valdosta State University as Director of Athletic Bands and was Director of Bands at Chamblee High School in Chamblee, Georgia.
Mitchell-Spradlin has a diverse background as a clinician, adjudicator, educator, and speaker. She is a frequent guest conductor, and has presented regionally at the South Carolina Music Educators Association Conference, nationally at the Midwest International Band and Orchestra Clinic, internationally at the International Society for the Promotion of Wind Band in Austria, and has served as Tau Beta Sigma’s local and national Women in Music Speaker.
As a proponent of new music, she is engaged in building the wind band medium. She led the consortium and premiere of Aaron Perrine’s Beneath a Canvas of Green for wind ensemble and percussion quartet which was also the source of her doctoral dissertation. Additionally, she is active in a number of premieres and consortiums for new music.
Mitchell-Spradlin serves as the National Vice President of Professional Relations for Tau Beta Sigma: National Honorary Band Sorority. She also holds memberships in Kappa Kappa Psi, the College Band Directors National Association, National Association for Music Education, and Women Band Directors International.
Learn more about the Penn State Music program here! https://music.psu.edu/
Episode 4.4: Bringing Mid-Autumn Festival Celebrations into the Classroom
Do you celebrate the mid-Autumn festival in your classroom? In this episode, Dr. Tina Huynh and Alice Tsui discuss the history surrounding the mid-Autumn festival and what cultural celebrations are present, including similarities and differences within various East Asian traditions. They share ideas for bringing music and other cultural treasures in the the classroom and how you can support students by honoring and amplifying culture bearers.
You can learn more about Tina and Alice's work through their resources (perfect for the Mid-Autumn Festival!):
The Vietnamese Children's Songbook: https://fflat-books.com/product/vietnamese-childrens-songbook/
The Vietnamese Children's Songbook Teaching Guide: https://fflat-books.com/product/vietnamese-childrens-songbook-teachers-guide/
And, the Moon Represents My Heart:
https://fflat-books.com/product/the-moon-represents-my-heart-teaching-guide-and-sheet-music/
Episode 4.3: Embracing "Groove" in Music Education with Heather Fortune and Ethan Hein
What is groove-based music, and how do you get students to dig into complex rhythms and styles? In this episode, music educators Heather Fortune and Ethan Hein talk about their passion for groove-based music education and how they're actively creating resources to encourage connection and experimentation for musicians of all ages. They also share about their musical histories and how Twitter helped them find connection as creative educators. Learn more about Ethan and Heather and their new resource, "5 Pop Grooves for Orff Ensembles," on the F-flat Books website:
https://fflat-books.com/product/5-pop-grooves-for-orff-ensemble/
Episode 4.2: Celebrating Latinx Heritage Month in the Music Classroom
In this episode, Sarah Gulish sits down with Wanda Vasquez Garcia to discuss celebrating cultures in the music classroom. A teacher at a bilingual school, Wanda believes in centering many cultures throughout the school year while connecting students with specific cultures each month. From activating community partnerships to moving and singing with kids, Wanda shares practical strategies for expanding children's experiences with music making. She also talks about her book, "From Across the Street," and how she has used this work to preserve folk music from the Dominican Republic and provide a story to accompany the music that means so much to her and her family.
You can learn more about Wanda and her book at :
https://fflat-books.com/product/from-across-the-street/
Episode 4.1: "All the Feels" with Sarah Gulish
How do you feel at the beginning of the school year? Happy to be back? Sad to be back? #allthefeels? In this solo episode, Sarah digs into the paradox of feelings and how we as teachers, can better support ourselves and our students when we view feelings as data and embrace conflicting feelings. This is the first of a whole season of new episodes for the 2023-2024 school year! Want to learn more about Musicast or F-flat Books? Visit www.fflat-books.com. [Intro music composed and recorded by F-flat author, Otto Gross]
Episode 3.16: The Vietnamese Children's Songbook: A Starting Coversation with Dr. Tina Huynh and Darlene Machacon
In this inspiring conversation, Darlene Machacon sits down with Dr. Tina Huynh to talk about her new book, The Vietnamese Children's Songbook. How do we approach teaching music from a specific culture, and how do we honor our students in the process? Tina describes her journey of gathering and recording a collection of Vietnamese children's songs for teaching, learning, and connecting. And both Darlene and Tina share a vision for music education and music education publishing that is inclusive of many voices and cultures. You can learn more about Tina's work at https://www.vietchildrenssongs.com/, and you can get a copy of Tina's book and teaching guide at fflat-books.com
Episode 3.15: Music in Games Society: Presenting Game Music in Concert
Part of the Indiana University Music Innovation Collaboration Series. Visit blogs.iu.edu/jsominnovation for more information on all things related to the Innovation grants and OECD at Indiana University's Jacobs School of Music!
Episode 3.14: Alain Barker on Innovation & Entrepreneurship in Higher Music Education
Part of the Indiana University Music Innovation Collaboration Series. Visit blogs.iu.edu/jsominnovation for more information on all things related to the Innovation grants and OECD at Indiana University's Jacobs School of Music!
Episode 3.13- Discussing the Sounds of Silence: Race in Music Education
Part of the Indiana University Practicing Philosophy Collaboration Series: Brandon Magid with Dr. Deb Bradley
Episode 3.12- Slaying the Dragon: Neoliberalism in Music Education
Part of the Indiana University Practicing Philosophy Collaboration Series: Paul and Joey discuss two aspects of neoliberalism in current music education practices. First, using Sean Powell’s 2021 article titled “Competition, Ideology, and the One-Dimensional Music Program” they investigate how competition can limit possibilities for music education programs, especially programs that lack the resources of high performing, suburban schools. Joey and Paul then discuss how neoliberalism strips supports away from schools, using Lauren Kapalka Richerme’s 2022 article titled “The Hidden Neoliberalism of CASEL’s Social Emotional Learning Framework: Concerns for Equity.” They point out how individualized resources are used to replace neglected societal structures; in this case how SEL can be used to place responsibility on individual students for issues of racism, sexism, or poverty.
Episode 3.11: Bringing the Music Room Alive with Otto Gross and Zachary Himelhoch
How do you show children the magic of music-making? And, how do you introduce instruments in a way that's exciting and engaging? In this episode, Otto Gross and Zachary Himelhoch sit down to talk about all things music! Through personal experiences and stories from the classroom, Zach and Otto share engaging ways to reach students and talk about their new release, "The Night the Music Room Came Alive." Listen in and learn more about Zach and Otto's work at www.fflat-books.com
Episode 3.10: The Impact of Music Education Publishing Part II
How does the act and art of publishing impact the lives of authors? In this second half of a two part series, Rosie Wilson sits down with F-flat Authors Michelle Rose and Nate Holder to discuss their personal experiences with publishing. This conversation is inspiring and thought-provoking. Learn More about Nate and his publishing company at The Why Books UK (https://www.thewhybooks.co.uk/) and learn more about Michelle Rose at her site (https://themusicalrose.com/). And, if you're interested in submitting a project for consideration at F-flat Books, check out submission info at our site (https://fflat-books.com/documentation/author-packet/).
Episode 3.9: The Impact of Music Education Publishing Part I
It's our first episode of 2023! In this episode, our very own publishing Assistant, Rosie Wilson, sits down with two of our authors and visionary board members to talk all things publishing. In this first part of a two-part series, Nate Holder and Michelle Rose share their experiences with publishing, what made them decide to publish their work, and how publishing has changed their lives. Tune in to be inspired and learn the ins and outs of self-publishing or working with a hybrid publisher. The submission window for F-flat Books is OPEN from January 1, 2023- March 31, 2023. You can learn more about publishing with F-flat here: https://fflat-books.com/documentation/author-packet/. And, you can learn more about Nate's work with the Why Books on his site (https://www.thewhybooks.co.uk/) and check out Michelle's book at our site (https://fflat-books.com/product/teaching-music-online-a-comprehensive-guide-for-k-12-music-educators/).
Episode 3.8: Preparing Future Music Industry Leaders
How do you become a talent buyer for a venue? Or, what is it like to be a programmer for a music festival? In this episode, Marissa Guarriello sits down with Shayna Super, Anne Sturm, and Alli Poczak to talk about their careers at Arts Quest in Bethlehem. They describe the process of learning the music industry and what they wished they had learned while they were in school! This episode is great for anyone interested in the inner workings of the music industry and how to help prepare students to be future music industry leaders. You can learn more about Arts Quest at https://www.artsquest.org/ and learn more about Steel Stacks at https://www.steelstacks.org/ and https://www.musikfest.org/.
Episode 3.7: Surviving December as a Music Teacher
Are you feeling the December squeeze? As we head into one of the busiest months of the year, how can we embrace care and continue to pursue rest and renewal? In this cross-posted episode from the Afternoon Ti Podcast, F-flat Author sits down with Jessica Grant to talk about practical strategies for managing busy months as a music teacher. From concert preparation to meal preparation, this episode is full of actionable ideas that can transform your life balance. Both Jessica and Beth are advocates for teacher wellbeing and will be hosting an IN-PERSON wellness retreat in February 2023 in Dallas, TX. You can learn more here: https://fflat-books.com/winter-thaw-2023-teacher-health-and-wellness/
Episode 3.6: More Than A Music Teacher with Alice Tsui and Franklin Willis
What does it mean to be "more than a music teacher"? And, how do we show up for our students in ways that are authentic and help them connect with us as humans? Join Alice Tsui and Franklin Willis in this inspiring conversation examining the lives we lead both in and out of the classroom. Both Alice and Franklin are F-flat authors and visionary board member at F-flat Books. In this episode, they dive into questions related to identity and belonging with ideas and inspiration for music educators at all career stages. You can follow Alice and Franklin on Instagram (@musicwithmissalice and @fwillismusic) and get Franklin's new book, "More Than A Music Teacher" at https://fflat-books.com/product/more-than-a-music-teacher/.
Episode 3.5: The 10 Things No One Tells You About Being A Music Teacher
Join F-flat author, Jessica Peresta, in this episode of Musicast where she unpacks a chapter from her book, "Make A Note: What You Really Need to Know About Teaching Elementary Music." This episode is full of wisdom and important reminders about the work that we do as music educators and why it matters. You can find out more about Jessica at her website (www.thedomesticmusician.com) and at her podcast, "The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast." Jessica is also helping us coordinate and launch our first professional development site at F-flat Books. Stay tuned for more info in early 2023!
Episode 3.4: Creativity with Large Ensembles
In this episode of Musicast, Orchestra director David Getz sits down with former Musicast co-host, Marissa Guarriello, to discuss creativity in the large ensemble classroom. David talks about the history of "The Composer's Guild," an after-school club he created as a first-year teacher to encourage creativity at his school. Both David and Marissa share their inspiration for creativity, how to develop a beginner's mindset, and helpful resources for anyone looking to incorporate more creativity into the classroom. You're going to want to take notes with this episode! You can learn more about David's work at https://www.davidgetzcreative.com/. And, be on the lookout for David's book in Spring 2023 only on F-flat Books!
Episode 3.3: Where Does Technology Fit in the Music Room?
Join F-flat author Theresa Hoover and Kathryn Finch in a conversation centered on technology. They talk about their relationships with technology, how technology in the classroom has changed, and how music teachers can start adding meaningful technology to their curricula. Theresa and Kathryn are leaders in this field, and this conversation will leave you feeling inspired and encouraged. You can learn more about Theresa's work at https://musicaltheresa.com/ and connect with them on social media @musicaltheresa and @singingfinch1.
Episode 3.2: Has Anything REALLY Changed in Music Education? (With The Score)
In this collaborative episodes, Sarah sits down with Eric Jimenez and Justin Mclean from the Score Podcast to reflect on the past three years. They talk about areas of growth in music education and spaces that still need to see change. Learn more about Eric and Justin's podcast at @podthescore (IG) and you can learn more about their work at http://www.revivalmusicproject.org/.
Episode 3.1 : F-flat Books Retrospective
In this episode, Sarah Gulish and David Allen (co-founders and siblings behind F-flat books) sit down to talk about the past and future of F-flat Books. They share the initial vision for the company, reflect on the past three years, and share what they're excited about for the future. Plus, Sarah quizzes David on the music education knowledge he's acquired during his time at F-flat. Embracing a new format, Musicast is now a community-run podcast with forthcoming episodes from members of the F-flat community.
Episode 2.14: Kevin Feher- Finding Balance Through Student Leadership
Kevin has received an undergraduate degree for music education from Duquesne University and his Master’s Degree in Educational Administration with a concentration on Curriculum and Instructional Design from Gwynedd Mercy University. He has taught in several public and private schools in the Bucks County, Pennsylvania area. Through those years, he has had experience teaching elementary through high school and a variety of musical disciplines including general music, strings, and band instruction. He is currently an employee of the Pennridge School District and is the Director of Bands at the high school, where he has served for the past five years.
Episode 2.13: Maria A. Ellis of GirlConductor.com
Maria A. Ellis is a passionate educator and conductor. She is the owner of Girl Conductor LLC, a company that creates diverse music education resources and currently serves as the Director of The Sheldon’s City of Music All-Star Chorus and Choral Instructor at Sumner High School. Maria is an active clinician, adjudicator and presenter throughout the United States and abroad. She holds a B.M. in Music Education emphasis on Voice (K-12 Certified) Degree from the University of Missouri- St. Louis. She has served as the Arts and Administrative Fellow for The St. Louis Symphony and has served as the Community Engagement Manager for The St. Louis Children’s Choirs. Maria is the host of the Award Winning Show Bach and Beyoncé on Classic 107.3 The Voice for the Arts in St. Louis and is a host for the St. Louis Symphony "Live at Powell" broadcast. Maria is an active member of the American Choral Directors Association, National Association of Music Educators, Missouri Alliance for Arts Education, where she is chair of the RIDE (Race, Inclusion, Diversity & Equity) Committee and holds Level 3 Certification from the CME Institute for Choral Teacher Education. Maria is the wife of Marion Ellis and the mother of Aria, Kendal and Noah Ellis.
Check out GIRLCONDUCTOR.COM here!
Episode 2.12: Dr. Elizabeth Schultz- Taking Research to Practice
Dr. Elizabeth Schultz is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the University of Florida where she teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in music education. Elizabeth's research interests are defining and understanding itinerant music teaching, effectively integrating students with disabilities into music classrooms, and making music education research more accessible for practicing PreK-12 music teachers. Elizabeth received her PhD in Music Education from the University of Florida, MM in Clarinet Performance from Louisiana State University, MAED in Curriculum and Instruction from Virginia Tech, and BA in Music Education and Clarinet Performance from Virginia Tech.
Find Dr. Schultz in the following places!!!!
- Instagram: @liz_edugator
- Website: eschultzmusiceducation.net
- F-flat Books Research to Practice Recurring Column: https://fflat-books.com/author/elizabeth-schultz/
- FMEA PRESENTATIONS!!! Friday, January 14th making small inclusive practices to make music classrooms more disability-friendly
Taking my own experiences as an itinerant teacher and the findings from my dissertation on secondary itinerant teachers in the southern US
Episode 2.11: Zachary Clark- Mindfulness in Music Education
Zack Clark is an Associate Instructor and PhD Student in the Music Education Department at the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music. He is also a certified mindfulness teacher through the Institute for Mindfulness-Based Wellness and Pedagogy. During his tenure as a music teacher and performer in Bakersfield, CA, Zack developed curricula that incorporated mindfulness into instrumental music teaching settings for developing musicians. At Indiana, his research interests involve interdisciplinary investigations on how values and social contexts influence musicians’ experiences and evaluations of mindfulness.
You can email Zack at zclar@iu.edu
Episode 2.10: Dr. Amanda Draper- Getting Started with Special Music Education
Amanda R. Draper is an Assistant Professor of Music Education at Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music. Prior to her appointment she was part of the Music Education faculty in the Bienen School of Music at Northwestern University. Her academic interests include investigating musical experiences for diverse learners with a focus on music and autism research, Disability Studies in music, and teacher preparation for special music education. Dr. Draper has presented regionally, nationally, and internationally and has articles published in the Journal of Research in Music Education and Music Educators Journal. A general music specialist, she previously taught elementary and middle school general music for 10 years, most recently for Chicago Public Schools. Dr. Draper holds a bachelor’s degree in music education from Coe College in Cedar Rapids IA and a master’s degree and PhD in music education from Northwestern University.
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Episode 2.9: Heidi Waleson - The Future of Opera
Heidi Waleson has been the opera critic of the Wall Street Journal for over 25 years. In addition to her regular criticism, her work for the Journal and other publications has focused more broadly on the changing profiles of musical institutions, new models for opera presentation, and the wider significance of opera and culture. She is a faculty member of the Rubin Institute for Music Criticism at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. Her book, Mad Scenes and Exit Arias: The Death of the New York City Opera and the Future of Opera in America, was published by Metropolitan Books (Henry Holt and Company) in 2018; in paperback (Picador) in 2019. Mad Scenes won the 2019 ASCAP Foundation Deems Taylor/Virgil Thomson Award for Outstanding Music Criticism in the concert music field. She lives in New York City.
Read Opera News' review of Mad Scenes and Exit Arias HERE.
Episode 2.8: Ian Rucker- The Power of 'And'
Ian Rucker is a baritone from Oshkosh, WI, under the tutelage of Carol Vaness. Ian graduated with his Masters Degree in Vocal Performance from Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music last spring. He is coming to Palm Beach Opera after a summer as a Renée Fleming Artist at the Aspen Summer Music Festival. He lived in Aspen, Colorado for two months and was featured in weekly masterclasses, concerts, and recitals. It was there that he was able to work with many well-renowned performers, coaches, and conductors in the opera, classical music, and musical theatre community.
Ian was an avid performer at the Jacobs School of Music, being featured as Count Almaviva in The Marriage of Figaro in 2019, Figaro in The Barber of Seville in 2020, and most recently Papageno in The Magic Flute in September of 2021. It was at his undergrad at the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire, under the instruction of Kenneth Pereira, that he found his love for the spotlight. He performed roles in both Opera and Musical Theatre productions: The title roles in both Don Giovanni and Sweeney Todd, Officer Lockstock in Urinetown, and Ernst Ludwig in Cabaret.
Within the past year, Ian has had some success in vocal competitions. He was awarded an Encouragement Award in the Metropolitan Opera National Council Audition - WI District, and took 1st place in the James Toland Vocal Arts Competition.
He is glad to be back on stage performing for an audience. After such a hard year, it is such a breath of fresh air to see the arts alive and well!
You can check out Ian's website by clicking here!
Episode Music; Don Giovanni, K527 - Ouvertura-1248; Gunther Hasselmann
Episode 2.7 Bob Habersat and Shed the Music
Bob Habersat is a high school music teacher and co-founder of shedthemusic.com. He has presented clinics on music technology, guitar, and jazz at conferences and festivals across the country and has written articles for NAfME, Noteflight, JEN, and Soundtrap. Bob is the author of the Modern Musicianship Guitar Method and the Production Through Performance music technology curriculum. He is also the host of The Shed’s Spotlight podcast where he interviews and collaborates with artists, educators, and other notable figures in the music education orbit. When he is not teaching, Bob loves going on adventures with his wife Kristin and their children Lee and Brooke.
Episode 2.6: Beth Duhon- Wellness for Music Educators
Beth Duhon is, to borrow Tracy King's phrase, the K-5 "ambassador of joy" at Travis Elementary in Rosenberg, TX. This is her fifth year teaching in Lamar Consolidated ISD.
Longer bio: Beth Duhon is, to borrow Tracy King’s phrase, the K-5 “ambassador of joy” at Travis Elementary in Rosenberg, TX. This is her fifth year teaching in Lamar Consolidated ISD. She has received over $14,000 in classroom grants for a keyboard lab, iPads, and music manipulatives in addition to regularly receiving travel grants for music education conferences. In 2021, she presented “Self-Care for the Music Educator: Not Just a Buzzword” for TMEA and the LCISD elementary music teacher cohort. Previously, Ms. Duhon was a successful horn private lesson teacher, clinician, and freelance performer in the West Houston area for over a decade. She also taught elementary music in Williamsburg, VA and middle school general music in Falls Church, VA before moving to Texas. She was an honors recitalist, principal horn in the wind ensemble and orchestra, cum laude and an inductee of Pi Kappa Lambda from Illinois Wesleyan University where she received a B.M.E. At the University of Houston, Ms. Duhon was a teaching assistant in the music history department, summa cum laude and a student of Roger Kaza (St. Louis Symphony) and Nancy Goodearl (Houston Symphony). She received an M.M. in horn performance. Ms. Duhon met her husband, Jimmy, when they were both performing as instrumentalists at Busch Gardens Williamsburg. They have a ten-year-old son, Mark.
You can watch Ms. Duhon's TMEA presentation "Self Care for the Music Educator: More Than a Buzzword" by clicking HERE!
You can access the "Self Care for the Music Educator: More Than a Buzzword" supplementary materials by clicking HERE!
You can access the F-flat Books THAW replay by downloading the session pack on the website!