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Music Teaching In “The New Normal” – Practicing Musician
It’s no secret that K-12 music education lags far behind the rest of society in utilizing technology to improve productivity and outcomes. There are myriad reasons for this outdated approach to music education, not least of which are: X Shrinking…
Sound Systems for the 21st-Century Classroom
Playback of prerecorded music in the classroom is aubiquitous necessity for music educators. Whetherlistening to prerecorded examples to study and learnabout music or to evaluate recorded solo or ensemble performances as formative or summative assessment, eachrequires some form of playback…
Using Technology To Engage “Nontraditional Music Students”
A unique analysis of the percentage of students who are nontraditional music students and how they should be encouraged in different areas of music and sound. By not granting them the same opportunity to pursue music they will never develop…
Opening New Doors to Music Creativity – PDF
PDF of slides from keynote presentation, “Opening New Doors to Music Creativity”, for the UAB Music Technology Academy workshop, November 8, 2008. Summary: An approach to teaching music technology History of Music Technology Software What modern software looks like Basic Hardware WYHIWYG…
Top 20 Music Tech Resources – MidnightMusic
A music tech education advocate we have been following for a while continues to post fantastic content. Katie Wardrobe from MidnightMusic has devised a list of the Top 20 Resources in Music Technology for the classroom. The list includes software…
Audio Engineering Society – Audio Education Mini Conference
What was supposed to be a highly anticipated event in audio education was tragically cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic. Instead, the AES hosted a mini conference via ZOOM that was open to members. Topics from acoustics, community and student…
Country Music Association – Voices in Music Initiative
We recently participated in a CMA Music Technology panel geared towards educators in middle school and high schools. The CMA has started an initiative to support music educators of all backgrounds including musictech where they will list fresh education resources…
Hello world, we are Musictech.Education!
Over the last several years, our experience working in education shown us that there is a necessary need for a living and breathing community in audio & music education. A hub for educators to learn from one another about practices…
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Bate, Bate, Chocolate
by David Row on January 10, 2024 at 5:54 pm
I find that I talk about food in my classroom all the time. It’s one common thing that unites all culture and peoples around the world because we all love to eat! Even my English language learners who might be brand new to the country learn food words really fast The post Bate, Bate, Chocolate appeared first on Make Moments Matter.
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Two Books for Las Posadas
by David Row on December 16, 2023 at 6:37 pm
If you’ve spent even a few minutes on my blog you know that I love using children’s books in the classroom. So it makes sense that in December I like using books to explain holidays, teach songs, and expand the worldview of my students. I’ve got books for Christmas, St. The post Two Books for Las Posadas appeared first on Make Moments Matter.
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Three Books for Hanukkah
by David Row on December 1, 2023 at 1:27 am
I love December in my classroom (post concert stress) because it means we have a few days or weeks to explore lots of different cultures and traditions. So much of this learning happens through singing songs and playing games. We learn about the tannenbaum, celebrate caroling, sing about the new The post Three Books for Hanukkah appeared first on Make Moments Matter.
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Welcome to the Opera – Book Recommendation
by David Row on November 21, 2023 at 5:10 pm
As a kid, I remember that every single time I was able to try out a “push a button and listen” style of interactive book I was filled with pure delight. There is something so joyous and exciting about flipping through a book and seeing the little bubble telling me The post Welcome to the Opera – Book Recommendation appeared first on Make Moments Matter.
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Run, Turkey, Run! – Book Recommendation
by David Row on November 19, 2023 at 7:36 pm
With Thanksgiving only one day away, can Turkey find a place to hide from the farmer who’s looking for a plump bird for his family feast? Maybe he can hide with the pigs . . . or the ducks . . . or the horses . . . Uh-oh! Here The post Run, Turkey, Run! – Book Recommendation appeared first on Make Moments Matter.
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Biological Link Between Music and Bonding Identified
by Neuroscience News on March 20, 2026 at 2:49 am
Harmonious music physically "primes" the brain for social connection, explaining the ancient link between music and ritual.
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The Best Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) We've Tested for 2026
by Jamie Lendino on March 11, 2026 at 4:28 am
Having trouble sorting out which digital audio workstation software is right for your music or sound project? I've tested the entire field to help …
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Dorico is quietly working through your Western notation wishlist
by Peter Kirn on March 10, 2026 at 11:49 pm
Steinberg's Dorico is slowly realizing a dream of notation that has spanned decades of scoring software. How could you combine engraving precision …
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I use the 'Rabbit' prompt for multiplying my ideas — and it's a game changer
by By Amanda Caswell on March 7, 2026 at 4:39 pm
Like most people who use AI regularly, I’ve accumulated dozens of prompts that help me brainstorm ideas, solve problems and work faster. But after …
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McLain High School students show off creativity using school's record label
by Paris Rain on February 24, 2026 at 1:26 am
TULSA, Okla. — Inside McLain High School, music isn't just an elective—it's a movement. TMC Records is a student-run record label founded by …
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Music for Education and Wellbeing Podcast – with Clair McColl, Pili Lopez and Tenley Martin
by anitanee on April 2, 2026 at 7:16 am
Anita Holford, co-editor of Music Education Works, is talking with Clair McColl, Pili Lopez and Tenley Martin about the music and wellbeing training programme they've developed for primary school staff.
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Music for Education and Wellbeing Podcast – with Graeme Smith
by anitanee on March 26, 2026 at 9:19 am
Anita Holford, co-editor of Music Education Works, is talking with Graeme Smith, a research consultant and former head of music and arts at Croydon Council, former chair of Music Mark, and member of Arts Council England’s hubs advisory group.
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Music for Education and Wellbeing Podcast – with Kate McBain and Dan Tsu
by anitanee on March 19, 2026 at 9:13 am
Anita Holford, co-editor of Music Education Works is talking with Kate McBain and Dan Tsu, researchers and authors of Industry Connect, a report commissioned by Youth Music.
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The lifelong benefits of making music
by anitanee on March 17, 2026 at 9:00 am
The latest story-based article on the general benefits of making music is from BBC’s Futures team.
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School music bands boost attendance
by anitanee on February 3, 2026 at 12:13 pm
Inclusive, band-based music education is helping to improve primary school pupil attendance, engagement and children’s sense of belonging, according to research by school music provider Rocksteady Music School.