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Articles Tagged As popular music education

Off the Page, Part 2: Explore Simple Melodies by Ear

In part 1 of this series, we looked at five ways to go “off the page” and use pop music to teach musical principles. In part 2, we will look at ear training.

Music Tech Series, Part 1: Getting Started Teaching the DAW

Transform music education by using new technologies and low-cost gear for recording and composing.

Off the Page, Part 1: Bring Creativity into the Band Room

Don’t rely on method books! Go “off the page” and try these five ways to use pop music to allow students to learn musical principles in real time.

Incorporate Popular Music into Traditional Ensembles

Involve your students to infuse current and popular music into performances.

Case Study: The Power of Pop Music

Student initiative is pervasive throughout the Huntington Beach High School’s pop music program, which emphasizes students’ ability to forge their own musical path.

Case Study: How Popular Music Education Transformed a Texas Program and School

At St. Michael’s Catholic Academy, a forward-thinking curriculum reshaped the music program.