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The Mac Mic Meal

Have you noticed how attention spans seem to be dwindling? Well, you are definitely not imagining it! Our students' abilities to focus are decreasing and behavior issues are on the rise!

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Doors & Windows: Accepting Change in Your Career with Katie O’Hara LaBrie

Welcome to MusicEdLove! You know that feeling when something has GOT to change, but you don’t know exactly what or how just yet? Then this episode is for you. Award-winning composer Katie O’Hara LaBrie delves into life after the classroom, composing for school ensembles, the publishing industry, and her process as a composer.  Originally recorded in August of 2023, I am just now catching up on…

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On Composing, Writing, & Productivity with Adrian Gordon

In this episode of #MusicEdLove, Angela Ammerman chats with composer, educator, conductor: Adrian Gordon! Adrian shares about his process as a composer, his journey, and how he manages to be so phenomenally productive! This episode explores Adrian’s composing, writing, and productivity! This episode is so great for anyone who aspires to do more with the gifts they are given. We just know you…

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How BECOMING is the Key to BEING: Leading Students to Success with Chris Munce

I cannot wait for you to tune in to this *SPECIAL* collaboration podcast episode with the host of the music education podcast: Choralosophy! This episode delves into a few of the controversial truths within music education and explores the struggle to excel in a field that often boasts freedom of expression and creativity but often promotes its own brand of conformity. If you have enjoyed this…

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From 14 Medications to None with Lesley Moffat

This week, Angela interviews author, band director, speaker, and mom: Lesley Moffat! In this episode, Lesley shares how she transitioned from 14 medications to none, how she started a podcast, wrote two books, and founded her MPowered Educator Academy. Moffat also delves into life – work balance and envisioning your own flap copy! You will LOVE this episode! Prior to writing Love the Job, Lose…

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Finding Joy After Juilliard with Dr. Merideth Hite Estevez

Finding Joy After Julliard Welcome to the #MusicEdLove Podcast. On this episode, host Angela Ammerman welcomes Merideth Hite Estevez, a talented oboist, podcaster, performer, author, and mother, onto the show. Angela and Merideth catch up after having known each other since their college days at CCM.  Dr. Merideth Hite Estevez is a spiritual space-maker for artists as a writer, coach, educator,…

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Recruitment with Angela Harman & the ZOMBIE Orchestra Takeover!

The excitement is palpable as they prepare to delve into Angela Harman's expertise in teaching orchestra and her innovative recruitment strategies!

Welcome to the #MusicEdLove Podcast. On this episode, hostess Angela Ammerman welcomes the accomplished music educator, innovator, conductor, and chapter contributor Angela Harman. The excitement is palpable as they prepare to delve into Angela Harman’s expertise in teaching orchestra and her inspiring recruitment strategies. Before delving into the discussion, Angela Ammerman introduces Angela…

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Finding Your Joy & Paying it Forward with Jenna Day

It was so amazing to chat with music ed mama, business owner, philanthropist, ILLUSTRATOR and music advocate: Jenna Day on #MusicEdLove this week!!! In this episode, Jenna shares how she balances the many activities she does, how she runs a business and a family, and putting God first. I love this episode so much and I know you will benefit from Jenna’s experiences and wisdom!

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We're Kind of Like Your Tattoo with Ben Pereyra

Non-Traditional uniforms, building a family of musicians, music assessment, and balancing it all with the AMAZING educator, conductor, and violist: Ben Pereyra! Check this one out today and share it with a friend!

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Only as Excited as You Are with Olympic Conductor: Maestro Tony Maiello

You all… this episode is so near and dear to my heart… Take a bit of time out of your day to listen to the LEGENDARY conductor: Maestro Tony Maiello! ​​Anthony J. Maiello is Professor of Music and University Professor at George Mason University. Professor Maiello teaches applied lessons in Conducting, Aural Skills, and classes in Instrumental Conducting.  Professor Maiello makes professional…

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5 Minute Tips for Rehearsal Efficiency

Take 5 minutes today to check out these simple tips for maximizing your rehearsal efficiency! Remember to give us a follow and share with a friend! And bonus if you can leave us a review!

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Let the Music Lead You with Ashley Cuthbertson

You have GOT to check out this episode with Music Educator and Consultant: Ashley Cuthbertson! And WHEN you love it, don't forget to subscribe, leave us a review, and to share this episode with your friends!

You have GOT to check out this episode with Music Educator and Consultant: Ashley Cuthbertson! And WHEN you love it, don’t forget to subscribe, leave us a review, and to share this episode with your friends! Ashley Cuthbertson (she/her) is the Founder, CEO & Principal Consultant of A. Cuthbertson Consulting, LLC, an educational consulting firm that partners with schools, districts, and…

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Putting Them First with Dr. Alice Hammel!

You. All… I cannot wait for you to hear this latest episode with Dr. Alice Hammel! Alice has been a huge inspiration for me and a role model from afar for a long time. It was so great to finally sit down and talk with her about how she has carved this unique mom-researcher-educator-GURU path out for herself. Alice’s story is so very inspiring and I can’t wait for you to hear more from her! My…

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Creating a More Diverse Environment from the Very Beginning with Claire Allen

Join us as we hear from Teaching Artist and Violinist: Claire Allen as she discusses creative and engaging methods for finding and building diverse repertoire from the very beginning! Claire is such a joy to speak with and I just know you will find a weal

Join us as we hear from Teaching Artist and Violinist: Claire Allen as she discusses creative and engaging methods for finding and building diverse repertoire from the very beginning! Claire is such a joy to speak with and I just know you will find a wealth of helpful information and actual resources from this episode! Claire Allen Claire Allen is a performer and a Teaching Artist of Violin and…

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Homeschool Music Ed in the Burg with Amy Brill Shirk

Homeschool Music Ed in the Burg with Amy Brill Shirk

In this episode, we welcome homeschool music teacher, Amy Shirk, onto the podcast! Just a few weeks ago, I shared with you all how wonderful our first “pre-lesson” on piano was and Amy is that very teacher! I was so impressed with the pre-lesson and wanted to bring her on to share her experiences and wisdom with you! Amy will share some of the best activities to do with your children to get them…

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Toddlers & Music: 5 Considerations for Your Toddler Musician

Toddlers & Music: 5 Considerations for Your Toddler Musician

As many of you know, I now have an AMAZING toddler here at home with me and I have been doing ALLLL the musical things I could possibly do with him. But… I have been very aware that there is a right time for everything with music. And so while we are very active, musically, we are still waiting for formal private lessons as well as a few other things. Take a listen to this episode to learn about…

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Teacher Evaluations: From Dread to Delight with Dr. David Allen Ammerman

Did you just receive your teacher evals from this year? Listen to how one professor transformed his teaching and ended up with near-perfect evaluations!

Does anyone else DREAD evaluation season??? Whether you are a school teacher dealing with teacher evaluations from your administrator or a college professor who receives evals from your students, (yep… it’s a thing…) this episode will be so great for you!  My very own husband: Dr. David Allen Ammerman, delves into pacing, building rapport, differentiation, gamification, repetition, and so much…