by Aaron Hansen | Mar 10, 2016 | Music Advocacy, Music Therapy
The music therapy discipline is a fundamental and highly respected element of care for people with dementia, developmental and learning disabilities, brain injuries, and many other conditions—and the University of Iowa School of Music has contributed in important ways...
by Aaron Hansen | Jan 13, 2016 | Music Advocacy, Music Education
Article by John Keilman, Chicago Tribune An infamous chapter in Keilman family lore came when I was a disgruntled trumpet player in the junior high school band. My parents had forced me to take up an instrument and constantly badgered me to practice, but one day I...
by Aaron Hansen | Oct 15, 2015 | Band & Orchestra, Music Advocacy, Music Education
How do you know if you want to become a music teacher? Some students just know, and others make that decision when considering career options. For many students, sharing the joy of music becomes their passion. This tip sheet, Supporting Music Education: Choose to...
by Aaron Hansen | Oct 1, 2015 | Music Advocacy, Music Education
Brady Diercks is an acoustic guitar student of Garth McMann. He has been taking lessons with Garth for 2 years. Brady is a home school student and is in the 5thgrade. Garth nominated Brady because he has just finished book 1 of the Mel Bay Beginning Guitar...
by Aaron Hansen | Oct 1, 2015 | Band & Orchestra, Music Advocacy, Music Education
Becoming a discerning, supportive and knowledgeable audience member is an important part of a student’s education. Successful audience participation requires skill, discretion, common sense, discipline and a bit of knowledge. Discover some great ways to set...
by Aaron Hansen | Sep 15, 2015 | Band & Orchestra, Music Advocacy, Music Education
Too many excellent presentations are tainted by failure to take care of the many details of a production. We must take full advantage of the opportunities awaiting our students. The concert is our students’ opportunity to show their parents or community...
