In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ryan Zellner, CEO of the International Society for Music Education (ISME) and a lifelong advocate for music education. From first being inspired by music in the fourth grade when hearing a brass band to leading music education programs across the globe, Dr. Zellner shares his incredible journey.

We explore Dr. Zellner’s career path, from starting as a music teacher to spearheading major initiatives, including building music education programs in Saudi Arabia. Now, as CEO of ISME, he’s driving innovation in global music education and asking a critical question: how can we advance  the state of music education worldwide?

Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on the future of music education and how it can continue to innovate to keep students engaged. Whether you’re an educator, parent, or music enthusiast, this episode is sure to strike a chord!

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“Until we start understanding each other, how can we play together? How can we be together? Not just musically, but as a society…” - Dr. Alice Hammel 

In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Alice Hammel–renowned music educator, scholar, author, and clinician–dives into the transformative power of music education and how it can be used as a tool for building inclusivity and understanding.

Drawing from her rich experiences working with students with disabilities and differences, Dr. Hammel shares how adapting traditional teaching methods and creating inclusive environments can help all students to thrive.

Dr. Hammel also reflects on her 15+ years collaborating with ETM teachers, emphasizing the unique energy and experiences that they bring and how they’re creating spaces where all students feel seen and heard.

Tune in for an inspiring and enlightening conversation. If you have any comments or questions, you can learn more and reach out to Dr. Hammel at https://alicehammel.weebly.com/.

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In this episode of Notables, GRAMMY-nominated musician Scott Sharrard delves into the profound connection between music and storytelling, and why it’s an essential skill. From sharing personal anecdotes about his music education and inspirations, to reflecting on the evolution of the music industry, Scott offers deep insights for aspiring musicians. He also gives practical advice for today’s artists: create your own content while embracing the world around you. 

Tune in as Scott and host Noah Teachey dive into these topics and so much more. And remember to subscribe and leave us a review!

Did you know that music education can have immense benefits for the entire community?

In this episode of Education Through Music: The Podcast, host Noah Teachey sat down with principal Greta Ratjen, music teacher Jess Parr, students, and their parents from our partner school P.S. 72. 

During the last school year, Greta and Jess worked with ETM to start a new band program. The results have been incredible – from boosting attendance and confidence to bringing the whole neighborhood together. 

Tune in to hear first-hand accounts from three of the students in band, their parents, Greta, and Jess. And don’t miss the chance to hear snippets from the band’s recent concert!   

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In this episode of Notables, host Noah Teachey is joined by GRAMMY-winning artist Israel Houghton and music industry executive Chris Atlas to discuss their personal experiences with music education, the power of relationships in driving change, and the impact of arts programs in underserved communities. Israel and Chris share their perspectives on the role of music in their lives and the significance of giving back to the community.

Join them as they highlight the transformative power of music and the importance of nurturing young talent through education.

Over half of NYC schools do not have a full-time certified music teacher on staff. This reality, in combination with a national teacher shortage, has caused music educator vacancies at far too many schools. In response, ETM launched its Music Teacher Workforce Development Program during the 2023-2024 school year to create pathways for musicians interested in teaching music to receive the opportunity, training, and support they need to navigate the process of becoming certified teachers.

In this episode, we go inside ETM's pioneering workforce development program to understand the origins and impact of the initiative during its first year. We speak with ETM leadership, instructional supervisors, master teachers, and ETM's first cohort of interns for a holistic perspective on how ETM is uniquely building the next generation of qualified music educators in NYC schools. Be inspired and stream now!

We speak with Anne-Marie McDermott, a classical pianist and member of the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center. She is also the artistic director of numerous music festivals, including the Bravo! Vail Music Festival, which just kicked off its 2024 season.

Anne-Marie talks about her early exposure to music and the impact her family and music teachers had on her journey as a musician and finding her artistic voice. She also shares with us formative experiences as a collaborative and solo artist, lessons from her role as an artistic director, and her views on the importance and power of the arts. Tune in to be inspired!

This spring, we connected with Gina Costanza, a music educator who has spent the last 18 years teaching general music and chorus and is currently the president of the Music Educators Association of New York City (MEANYC). It's clear: Gina truly loves what she does. In our conversation, we learn how she was inspired to pursue the profession as a student as well as some of the challenges during the early years of teaching. She also shares her unique experiences teaching students across New York City, the impact that MEANYC has in NYC's music education community, and where she sees music ed going in the future.

Tune in to hear from a passionate educator who, day in and day out, works to ensure that music provides a space for healing, community, and growth for her students.

We had the privilege to sit down with one of the world's most esteemed violinists, Anne Akiko Meyers. Grammy-nominated and a trailblazer in her field, Anne has collaborated with today’s most important composers, conductors, orchestras and presenters, creating a remarkable collection of new violin repertoire for future generations.

We speak with Anne about her journey as an artist, from her earliest exposure to music to working with some of today's most innovative composers. We learn about the commitment her parents made to her developing musicianship, the characteristics of her teachers that helped lay the foundation for her success, and Anne's invaluable perspective on finding one's own artistic voice. 

An insightful, inspiring conversation with a true artist that's not to be missed.

We had the honor to speak with internationally acclaimed conductor, Leonard Slatkin.

Maestro Slatkin is Music Director Laureate of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO), Directeur Musical Honoraire of the Orchestre National de Lyon (ONL), Conductor Laureate of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra (SLSO), and Principal Guest Conductor of the Orquesta Filarmónica de Gran Canaria (OFGC). He also maintains a rigorous schedule of guest conducting throughout the world and is active as a composer, author, and educator.

Leonard speaks with us about his musical heritage, his experiences growing up in California public schools, and his views on the importance and impact of having access to the arts. He also shares advice for today's music educators to make teaching more relevant and reflective of the current times. 

Tune in now to hear more about Maestro Slatkin's inspiring story and invaluable perspective.