Musicopia, Educational Adventures in Music

Through Middle Eastern dance and song, teachers learn new ways to engage their students in an exploration of cultural diversity.

David helps teachers who lack the confidence to bring the guitar into the classroom as well as seasoned music specialists who want to refine their teaching techniques.

Doc brings a huge range of small percussion instruments to his sessions, focusing on music as a tool for communication and emphasizing active listening skills.

String teachers who are eager to expand their pedgogical tool-kit find working with jazz violinist John Blake both inspiring and extremely useful.

Working with Josh Robinson on an eclectic approach to percussion opens up new, creative pathways for classroom teachers as well as music specialists.

Experienced musicians and general classroom teachers alike benefit from learning Marlon Simon's methodical approach to teaching Latin rhythms.

Teachers learn to teach the basics of Brazilian percussion in a culturally rich context.

Through rhythm instruments and an introduction to the saxophone, general teachers discover new ways to integrate music into their classrooms.

Ideally suited to band teachers, this program helps them refine their drumming skills and pedagogy.