Dr Martin Fautley This topic has been bothering me for a while, and will doubtless continue so to do. My latest thoughts are in the British Journal of Music Education, which CUP have kindly made available here. … Continue reading "The place of Notation in Music Education"
For some children with physical disabilities, access to music making is barred by a lack of well-designed adapted musical instruments. Rachel Wolffsohn explains what a new charity is doing to change that. Just before the snap … Continue reading "Inclusive Instruments"
Big Band Anatomy Big Band Anatomy – the National Youth Jazz Orchestra’s (NYJO) brand new 1-hour concert programme especially for secondary school audiences. Presented by Music Director Mark Armstrong and the NYJO Ambassadors – some … Continue reading "Big Band Anatomy @ Saffron Hall – 13 October"
The BBC Proms is the world’s biggest classical music festival, packed with amazing music, family events and lots of opportunities to get involved. Try out their FREE family activities and then attend one of the specially selected family-friendly … Continue reading "£6 Proms Tickets and FREE Activities for All The Family"
“Every child should have the opportunity to learn to read music and play an instrument, not just the kids of thrusting middle-class parents.” – Stephen Moss One of the most exciting commitments of the general election … Continue reading "Why not put Music at the heart of education?"
It doesn’t matter if you’ve always played or just started, playing music makes your brain better. Turns out Mom and Dad were right. Those piano lessons you despised and those endless hours in school band practice … Continue reading "10 Reasons Why Making Music Is Good For Your Brain"
“In my role as Development Manager for Drake Music, my primary function is to generate new funds from new sources. Critical to me being able to do that, I have to understand what needs and gaps … Continue reading "Teachers Talk Online"
“If you’re reading this, odds are you want more out of your music career and your life. That’s awesome! However, as you’re about to learn, productivity isn’t just about doing more. In fact, it actually means … Continue reading "How To Increase Productivity As A Musician"
