All too often, the music classroom stifles students with one-size-fits-all curricula and repertoire. In Pass the Baton, authors Kathryn Finch and Theresa Hoover turn that paradigm on its head, offering a vision of music education that empowers students as critical thinkers who exercise voice and choice to question, discover, connect, and play like never before—in and out of the classroom.
Pass the Baton offers readers a comprehensive guide to crafting engaging music lessons that transform students from passive consumers to vibrant creatives. Whether you’re looking to rethink general music or overhaul your ensemble groups, Pass the Baton is chock-full of generative, actionable, and impactful tools. Finch and Hoover have drawn on deep research and years of experience in the music room to provide a guide for all music educators to create a learner-centered environment and give students the opportunity to truly own the creative process.
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Episode 65 – Creativity, Ownership, and Expression: Exploring Songwriting in Music Class
Creativity, Ownership, and Expression: Exploring Songwriting in Music Class In Episode 65, Kathryn and Theresa dive into the first part of an enlightening interview with Alex Adams, a seasoned music teacher with 15 years of experience in both private studio…
Episode 64 – 4 Mistakes to Avoid When Fostering Student Ownership
4 Mistakes to Avoid when Fostering Student Ownership In Episode 64, Kathryn and Theresa delve into the common pitfalls educators face in music education, emphasizing the importance of student ownership and engagement. The discussion navigates through the essential strategies for…
Episode 63 – Recruiting in the Music Room: Putting Students at the Heart of the Process
Recruiting in the Music Room: Putting Students at the Heart of the Process In episode 63, Kathryn and Theresa talk to Angela Ammerman, a passionate music educator in Northern Virginia. Angela discusses innovative recruitment strategies for music programs, emphasizing the…