Franklin Willis teaches elementary music in Nashville, but in his words, he's much more than a music teacher! He speaks with Garrett about teaching culture, teaching life skills, and teaching joy with hip-hop as the foundation. Scott continues to settle into old(er) age with "post-yacht rock", and with a new look! And Garrett responds to the allegation that white men and their music is being "erased" by diversity and equity initiatives.

Playlist:

The Mamas & The Papas - "California Dreamin'"

James Thomson/Thomas Arne - "Rule, Britannia!"

arr. Fergie - "The Star Spangled Banner"

Glenn Miller - "In The Mood"

Chloe Flower - "Flower Through Concrete"

AAESPO - "Layers"

Ray LaMontagne - "Strong Enough"

Stealers Wheel - "Stuck In The Middle With You"

John Denver - "Sunshine On My Shoulders"

​Tiwa Savage/Mr Eazi - "Keys To The Kingdom"

​arr. Franklin Willis - "Havana"

More:

Franklin Willis: https://linktr.ee/fwillismusic

American Composers Forum Events: https://composersforum.org/events/

Ex-Inmates To Become Fire Fighters: https://spectrumnews1.com/ca/la-west/news/2020/09/03/california-legislature-passes-bill-to-allow-ex-inmates-to-become-firefighters

Beyoncé Donates On Her Birthday: https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2020/09/10008768/beyonce-birthday-beygood-black-businesses

Support the Musicians of the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra: https://ksomusicians.org

Chloe Flower and Cardi B at the Grammys: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4G-ULhfBLjM

"Rule, Britannia!" Will Be Sung on Last Night of the Proms: https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-53998584

Joe Pera Talks With You: ​https://www.adultswim.com/videos/joe-pera-talks-with-you