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Pass the Baton: Empowering Students in Music Education

Helping teachers transform their students from passive consumers to vibrant creatives!

Empowering Students in Music Education

Welcome to Pass the Baton: Empowering Students in Music Education! Hosted by passionate music educators Kathryn Finch and Theresa Hoover, this podcast is your go-to resource for transforming your music classroom into a creative powerhouse. Join us as we spotlight inspiring music teachers who are revolutionizing band, orchestra, general music, chorus, and music education programs. Whether you’re guiding young instrumentalists, leading choirs, or training future music educators, each episode is packed with actionable insights to help you turn your students into engaged, empowered musicians. Tune in, get inspired, and start passing the baton in your music classroom today!

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“If there’s one thing we can encourage you to do this summer, it’s just think about one tradition, one belief you hold, one way of doing things that’s always been that way, and just start asking some questions.”

Most Recent Episode:

Episode 114 – What Music Teachers Are Really Looking For

In this Season 5 finale episode, Theresa and Kathryn reflect on the school year, celebrate major milestones, and revisit some of the most meaningful themes from the season. Theresa shares highlights from completing her PhD dissertation research on why music educators listen to podcasts, revealing that teachers value podcasts not only for practical ideas and professional learning, but also for the emotional connection and validation they provide.The conversation also revisits key ideas that surfaced throughout the season, including student voice and choice, belonging, lifelong musicianship, creative approaches to performance, and expanding the definition of what music education can look like.

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These interviews cover a diverse range of topics and offer captivating storytelling, insightful interviews, and thought-provoking discussions that will keep you engaged and inspired.

Back-to-School Boost

Get ready for the new school year with this curated playlist of inspiring podcast episodes, packed with practical strategies to empower your students and set the tone for a successful classroom environment.

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