The MERFY Podcast

In this episode, I reflect on my experiences sharing research at the 2024 MISTEC Pre-Conference in Tallinn, Estonia and ISME World Conference in Helsinki, Finland.

Relevant Links:

ISME Website

MISTEC Webpage

i2Choir Webpage

In this episode, I talk about a 2023 article from the Journal of Research in Music Education called, “Burnout and Perceived Agency Among Texas Choir Teachers” by Jessica Napoles, Jamey Kelley, and Thomas J. Rinn.

Full Citation:

Nápoles, J., Kelley, J., & Rinn, T. J. (2023). Burnout and Perceived Agency Among Texas Choir Teachers. Journal of Research in Music Education, 71(3), 283–296. https://doi.org/10.1177/00224294221126889

In the very first MERFY pod Guest Special, you'll hear Dr. Mary Young discuss her research on Native American choral music, collaborations with Native composers, and plans for research to aid in Native choral visibility and access.

Digital Commons link for Mary's document.

ProQuest link for Mary's document.

Full PDF link.

In this episode, I discuss a 2016 study from the Journal of Music Teacher Education titled, “Perceptions of Course Value and Issues of Specialization in Undergraduate Music Teacher Education Curricula” by Timothy J. Groulx.

Full Citation:

Groulx, T. J. (2016). Perceptions of Course Value and Issues of Specialization in Undergraduate Music Teacher Education Curricula. Journal of Music Teacher Education, 25(2), 13–24. https://doi.org/10.1177/1057083714564874

This is episode 2 of a 2-part series covering a 2024 article from Update: Applications of Research in Music Education called, “LGBTQ+ Inclusivity in U.S. Choral Classrooms” by Heather N. Shouldice and Sydney Timmer. 

In this episode, I also highlight portions of the related 2023 NAfME Divisive Concepts and Music Education Report briefly referenced in the Shouldice and Timmer piece. 

Please be sure to go back and listen to episode 18 to catch part one before listening to this episode!

Sources:

Shouldice, H. N., & Timmer, S. (2024). LGBTQ+ Inclusivity in U.S. Choral Classrooms. Update: Applications of Research in Music Education, 0(0). https://doi.org/10.1177/87551233241253829

NAfME Divisive Concept Laws and Music Education Report landing page.

Full NAfME report.

In this episode, I bring you part 1 of a 2 part series covering a 2024 article from Update: Applications of Research in Music Education called, “LGBTQ+ Inclusivity in U.S. Choral Classrooms” by Heather N. Shouldice and Sydney Timmer.

Full Citation:

Shouldice, H. N., & Timmer, S. (2024). LGBTQ+ Inclusivity in U.S. Choral Classrooms. Update: Applications of Research in Music Education, 0(0). https://doi.org/10.1177/87551233241253829

In this episode, I bring you a quick look into three different studies about dictation. Full citations below!

Buonviri, N. O., & Paney, A. S. (2015). Melodic dictation instruction: A survey of advanced placement music theory teachers. Journal of Research in Music Education, 63(2), 224-237. doi:10.1177/0022429415584141

Lima, F. G. B., Caregnato, C., & Silva, R. da. (2021). The singing effect during melodic dictation. International Journal of Music Education, 39(4), 438–449. https://doi.org/10.1177/0255761421989114

Nichols, B. E., & Springer, D. G. (2022). Interval Identification Predicts Success in Melodic Dictation. Journal of Research in Music Education, 70(1), 109–126. https://doi.org/10.1177/00224294211011962

In this episode, I cover a 2012 piece from Psychology of Music called, “‘To be heard’: the social and mental health benefits of choir singing for disadvantaged adults.” This is a collaboration from 2 psychology scholars and 2 music scholars out of Australia, Genevieve A. Dingle, Christopher Brander, Julie Ballantyne, and Felicity A. Baker.

Full citation:

Dingle, G. A., Brander, C., Ballantyne, J., & Baker, F. A. (2012). ‘To be heard’: The social and mental health benefits of choir singing for disadvantaged adults. Psychology of Music, 41(4), 405-421. https://doi-org.libproxy.unl.edu/10.1177/0305735611430081

In honor of Mother's Day, we revisit one of my favorite pieces and episodes so far. I hope you enjoyed your weekend and were able to honor all of the mother figures in your life!

Full citation:

Koops, L. H., Giotta, K. K., Steuver, J. L. G., & Ballantyne, J. (2023). Music teacher mothers’ career navigation during the COVID-19 pandemic. Research Studies in Music Education, doi:10.1177/1321103X231206017

This week, I’m sharing some items and reflections about a 2023 article from the Journal of Research in Music Education called “Who Takes Music With Them When They Transition to High School?” by Tevis L. Tucker and Adam Winsler.

Full Citation:

Tucker, T. L., & Winsler, A. (2023). Who Takes Music With Them When They Transition to High School? Journal of Research in Music Education, 71(1), 22–48. https://doi.org/10.1177/00224294221121053