Play Now, Play for Life
Play Now, Play for Life
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For music educators, by music educators: Play Now, Play for Life is a podcast by West Music, hosted by Aaron Hansen, a former music educator for 29 years. Each episode, Aaron talks to a new music expert and dives into their tried-and-true ways, insights, and tips for the classroom. Tune in for a breath of fresh air for your lessons so you can empower the next generation of musicians.
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The podcast centers on music education strategies, particularly those derived from the Kodály approach, classroom management tips, and personal experiences of music educators. Episode highlights include Lauren Hirsh's strategies for building musical foundations using Kodály, Tom Michalek's exploration of music literacy, and Judy Pine’s practical advice for navigating new music classrooms, ensuring a full spectrum of relevant topics for educators.
For music educators, by music educators: Play Now, Play for Life is a podcast by West Music, hosted by Aaron Hansen, a former music educator for 29 years. Each episode, Aaron talks to a new music expert and dives into their tried-and-true ways, insights, and tips for the classroom. Tune in for a breath of fresh air for your lessons so you can empower the next generation of musicians.
In this special international episode, host Aaron Hansen sits down with Jakob von Wolff, President and Owner of Studio 49 — the legendary German instrument maker co-founded by Carl Orff himself. Jakob shares Studio 49’s incredible history, their deep commitment to quality and music education, and why their handcrafted xylophones, metallophones, and glockenspiels have inspired generations of young musicians around the world. Hear behind-the-scenes stories from the factory, insights on Orff’s influence, and why Studio 49 continues to set the standard in elementary music classrooms today.
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