Music Ed-Talk with Akim Mansaray: Recent Episodes
Akim Mansaray
Welcome to Music Ed-Talk, and I'm your host Akim Mansaray. Thank you for joining me for the launch of this new series. In this podcast, we will be discussing and highlighting researchers, educators, performers, and leaders in the field of music and music education. From these perspectives you will be offered practical information for use in your classroom, career, and beyond, I believe there’s so much we can learn from our shared experiences. So sit back, relax, listen, and let’s learn together! ~ Sembusounds.com © 2021: ASM/Education
In this episode I'm joined by Destiny Cooper to discuss topics ranging from social justice awareness within choral communities, her experience as a middle school choral conductor, and how to lead in caring & authentic ways.
Destiny Cooper is an active musician and music educator who teaches from the joy of working with students as they work to embrace their best selves and whose goal is to find ways to strengthen voiceless communities through music, expression and leadership. Destiny attended Westminster Choir College in Princeton, NJ, where she earned a Bachelor of Music (BM) and a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in Music Education As a musical leader.
Destiny collaborates with local musicians to cross-connect choral music with the diverse worlds of audience members with concerts, podcasts and roundtable discussions. She is currently a Middle School Choral Director in the Greater Boston Area and serves on the board of Massachusetts ACDA.
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Conversation with Dr. Seth Taft continues in this episode, centering on the answers to common career stressors within the lives of music educators.
Dr. Seth A. Taft is Assistant Professor of Music Education, Director of Instrumental Music, and Music Program Coordinator at Limestone University in Gaffney, SC. As a music educator, he has taught high school band and choir in Virginia, taught music education courses at the University of Colorado Boulder, and currently teaches Music Education coursework and saxophone lessons and conducts the Wind Ensemble at Limestone. As an educational researcher and author, Dr, Taft has given research presentations and has articles published in prominent music education journals, especially on the occupational psychology of music teaching.
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Today I'm joined by Dr. Seth Taft. Dr. Seth A. Taft is Assistant Professor of Music Education, Director of Instrumental Music, and Music Program Coordinator at Limestone University in Gaffney, SC. As a music educator, he has taught high school band and choir in Virginia, taught music education courses at the University of Colorado Boulder, and currently teaches Music Education coursework and saxophone lessons and conducts the Wind Ensemble at Limestone. As an educational researcher and author, Dr, Taft has given research presentations and has articles published in prominent music education journals, especially on the occupational psychology of music teaching.
In the first part of this two-part episode, we discuss Dr. Taft's research centering on career stressors within the music educator job role.
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In this episode, Dr. Yi-Yang Chen and I discuss his musical journey, the discovery of his own musical expression, and reaching musical goals.
Dr. Yi-Yang Chen shot onto the international stage with back-to-back victories in the 2018 Sussex International Piano Competition, 2017 Washington International Competition, and the Waring International Piano Competition. Born in Taipei, Taiwan, Chen has been playing the piano since the age of 8. Yi-Yang completed his Doctor of Musical Arts And Bachelor’s of Music at the Eastman School of Music with Douglas Humpherys, and his Master’s degree at The Juilliard School with Robert McDonald and Jerome Lowenthal.
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In this episode I sit down with Dr. Michael Fleischmann,as we discuss his research centered on emphasizing creativity within the music classroom.
Dr. Michael P. Fleischmann is a conductor, performer, husband, and father of two. Michael graduated with a degree in Music Education from the University of Southern California Flora L. Thornton school of music. He earned a Master of Music degree in wind conducting from California State University, Fullerton. Dr. Fleischmann continued his education at Teachers College, Columbia University where he earned a Doctor of Education degree in College Teaching.
Dr. Fleischmann has enjoyed giving back to the community of music education as a clinician at local schools, or for conference presentations. His publication and research interests include French horn pedagogy and the applications of creativity in large ensemble band settings (specifically composition, improvisation, and arranging).
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I'm joined by Anamarie Diazto discuss topics centering on tips for combating imposter syndrome and developing her studio, DiazFlute Studio.
Anamarie Diaz is a flutist, performer, educator, and entrepreneur in Richmond, Virginia. She is the owner of DiazFlute Studio where she teaches privately and believes in personal growth through music education. Anamarie is a strong advocate for contemporary music especially contemporary music written by underrepresented composers. As an entrepreneur, Anamarie works with with a team of 2 other flutists, known as KE Creative, to help prepare, educate, and equip classical musicians with the necessary skills to be successful in the music industry. Anamarie hopes to continue to bring music education to disadvantaged communities in Richmond.
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In this episode, Christina Sienkiewicz joins the show to discuss how educators can promote equity within their programs and create opportunities that are reflective of their students and community.
Christina Sienkiewicz, a National Board Certified Teacher, is the new Orchestra Director at Thomas Dale High School in Chester, VA. She has experience teaching all levels from Elementary Strings, to college courses at UNC Charlotte, and most recently at Maggie L Walker Governor’s School. Christina has a passion for inclusion in music education, believing all students should have equal access to quality string education opportunities.
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In this episode I talk with Timothy Gillham.Mr. Timothy Gillham is beginning his fourth season as Artistic Director of New Wave Singers of Baltimore, Maryland’s oldest continually performing LGBTQ+ ensemble. He received degrees in Music Education and Speech Pathology/Audiology from The University of Central Arkansas, and attended Old Dominion University and Virginia Polytechnic University for post-graduate studies in Conducting.
We discuss a span of topics ranging from vocal health, working with aging voices, and the importance of choral communities.
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In this episode I'm joined by Vera Crouse. She discusses opportunities to create connections within your music classroom and strengthen relationships among your members.
Vera is a singer and director, a teacher and learner, and loves to connect with others through music. She has taught both elementary music and now middle school chorus in the public school setting. She also directs the Greater Richmond Chorus and performs in the barbershop quartet, REV'L!
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In this episode Earl Shafferjoins to discuss how all music educators can rebuild, retain, and develop their musical programs after this unprecedented year.
Earl retired from public school music teaching after a 35 year career in June 2015. In his retirement, he is currently an adjunct instructor at Longwood University. His current responsibilities include being the director of bands, conducting the LU Wind Symphony, the supervision of all music student teachers, directing the athletic band “Stampede” and teaching classes in music education.
Earl is also the Associate Conductor of the Greater Richmond Youth Wind Ensemble (GRYWE) which is an auditioned Richmond-area honor band that rehearses weekly in the spring at Virginia Commonwealth University.
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In this episode, I am joined by Molly Bouffard.
Molly has taught private piano and voice lessons throughout the state of Virginia over the last ten years. She holds degrees in voice performance from Longwood University (BM) and James Madison University (MM). Molly has recently been the Site Director of Bach to Rock Music Schoolin Midlothian, VA and shares her insights from this experience. Listen, and enjoy!
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In this episode, I am joined by Sherman Charles. Sherman is the co-owner of Carmen Scoring, an internet based score tabulation platform for adjudicated competitive arts events. We discuss how electronic scoring and forms may hold the key to better music adjudication practices, and the issues found within music performance assessment.
To learn about Sherman, the Carmen Scoring system, and how it can be used in your own competitions, please visit the link below:
https://carmenscoring.com
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Welcome to Music-Ed Talk!
In this episode I'm joined by Steve Van Dam.
Steve is a music educator, and the CEO of a music edtech company called Light The Music. Before that, he composed and produced over 1,000 tracks for TV, film, commercials, and artists.
We discuss how technology can be incorporated within the musical classroom to better support creative goals for students.
Click below to learn about Light The Music, and available resources:
https://www.lightthemusic.com
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In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Ladonna Tyson. We discuss topics relating to issues in performance assessment, specifically within show choir competitions, and the potential answers to them that may help music performance assessment as a whole. Dr. Tyson's dissertation, Analysis of a Research-Based Show Choir Competition Adjudication Rubric: Reliability and User Perceptions, centered upon these very questions.
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Welcome to Music Ed-Talk!
In this episode, I am joined by Dr Blaire Koerner to discuss how all musicians can adapt their skill sets as they journey in their career.
Dr. Koerner completed her Doctorate of Musical Arts (DMA) in Bassoon Performance and Literature and Masters of Music at Eastman School of Music. Dr. Koerner strives to reinforce the importance of access and exposure to classical music through a variety of collaborations, and by utilizing innovative and interactive performances, mindful educational initiatives, and community-building endeavors.
As a career coach at the Eastman School of Music, she guides young artists on creating successful and fulfilling career in the arts.
Click below to learn more about Dr. Koerner and the resources she offers to musicians:
https://www.blairebassoonist.com/
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In this episode, Dr. Fran Coleman joins the conversation to discuss how music educators, performers, and all singers alike can approach and articulate differences in genres and styles across music. Conversation centers on Dr. Coleman's genre crossing performance career and other musical experiences that informed her throughout her journey.
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In this episode, Rachel Roberts joins the discussion! Rachel isthe current director of Eastman School of Music’s Institute for Musical Leadership. She describes important leadership moments within her career, a multitude of topics pertaining to musical leadership, and the essential skills needed for musical leaders.
For more information on the Eastman Leadership Academy and valuable resources made available to listeners like you, please visit: https://iml.esm.rochester.edu
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In the premiere episode of Music Ed-Talk, Akim sits down with music educators/researchers, Dr. Jacqueline Secoy and Dr. Raychl Smith, to discuss their research article “Exploring the Music Identity Development of Elementary Education Majors Using Ukulele and YouTube,” and how their findings can be used in your own classroom.
For more info on the guests, please visit: https://www.sembusounds.com/about-9
Link to Dr. Secoy and Dr. Smith's article: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/1057083719871026
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