In this episode, we’re joined by Yasmine Dankwah, a creative freelancer and previous Wired4Music Associate with Sound Connections, Nick Thorne, Executive Director of Orchestras for All, and Laura Fullwood, their Youth Leadership Coordinator, to explore all things youth voice and youth leadership. We hear how organisations can empower young people and embed youth voice into their structures, and discover the benefits of involving young people in decision-making processes.Find full transcripts, guest bios, as well as show notes, links and resources mentioned in episodes at https://www.musicmark.org.uk/make-your-mark-notes-on-music-education.
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Disability
Join us as we explore disability in music education. Alongside our expert guests Ben Sellers, leader of MEHEM UpRising, Kris and Nicci Halpin, the co-leaders of inclusive music project Dyskinetic, and Jess Fisher, a musician, educator and member of the Able Orchestra, we dive into the barriers facing disabled people in accessing a high-quality music education, and in becoming music educators themselves. Find out about the fantastic work happening to make music education more accessible, and explore resources to support your work.Find full transcripts, guest bios, as well as show notes, links and resources mentioned in episodes at https://www.musicmark.org.uk/make-your-mark-notes-on-music-education.
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Neurodiversity
In this episode, we’re joined by Catrina Lowri, founder of Neuroteachers, Clair Mccoll, Music Hub Manager for Octagon Music Hub and Music Mark Trustee, and Danya Rushton, a current student at the Royal College of Music, to explore the impact of neurodiversity on learners and how music educators can do more to create an inclusive and supportive sector.Find full transcripts, guest bios, as well as show notes, links and resources mentioned in episodes at https://www.musicmark.org.uk/make-your-mark-notes-on-music-education.
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Tools for Teachers
Join us as we dive into classroom music teaching and talk about tools for teachers. With Jenetta Hurst, the Creative Educator, James Manwaring from Music Teachers Association, and Abi Marrison, Music Mark’s Schools Manager, we explore the realities of teaching music, some of the changes in the profession, and provide practical advice for teachers or those considering becoming a teacher.Find full transcripts, guest bios, as well as show notes, links and resources mentioned in episodes at https://www.musicmark.org.uk/make-your-mark-notes-on-music-education.
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Pathways Into Industry
In this episode, we explore the realities and challenges of pathways into the music industry. We’re joined by Benjamin Turner from Rap Club and The Spit Game, Tom Eagle from Musician’s Union, and Grifton Forbes-Amos, a professional trumpet player. They share their own experiences with the music industry, tell us more about what they do now, and provide advice and insights for those pursuing a career in the music industry.Find full transcripts, guest bios, as well as show notes, links and resources mentioned in episodes at https://www.musicmark.org.uk/make-your-mark-notes-on-music-education.
'Make Your Mark: Notes on Music Education' is a podcast showcasing diverse experiences and perspectives from across the music education sector. We'll explore the major challenges faced by those working with young people in music, the challenges young people face themselves, and celebrate inspiring projects and stories from across the nation and beyond. Tune in to hear from expert guests as we tackle music education's biggest questions, highlight its most exciting initiatives, and discuss the musical journeys of those involved.This podcast is produced by Aimee Christodoulou, Emma Cragg and Yusef Sacoor for Music Mark, a membership organisation, Subject Association, and an Arts Council England Investment Principles Support Organisation advocating for excellent musical learning in and out of school. Music Mark support their members and the wider sector through training, resources, networking and advocacy work at a national level and across the UK. This is done with a vision for accessible and excellent musical learning and engagement, inspiring and enriching the lives of all children and young people.
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