How can playfulness transform music education? In this episode, Play Now, Play for Life host Aaron Hansen sits down with Leigh Ann Garner, President-Elect of the Organization of American Kodály Educators (OAKE), to explore the Kodály approach, playful teaching, and the power of community. Leigh Ann shares her journey from student to leader, her insights on blending Kodály and Orff, and why joy and creativity are essential in the music classroom. Plus, hear about OAKE’s upcoming national conference and how educators can stay inspired.

Organization of American Kodály Educators (OAKE) website: https://www.oake.org/
OAKE Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oakeorg
OAKE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oakenational
Learn more about the OAKE conference and get a template for asking for support from your district here: https://www.oake.org/conferences/
Contact Leigh Ann here: [email protected]

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