It’s been a busy summer! In addition to performances, I presented “Rhythm Without the Blues” for both The Kennedy Center’s Arts Integration Conference and for the Midwest Arts Integration Conference. These teacher workshops connected rhythm with learning fractions in a fun and interactive way. I have done this workshop with thousands of students who love it and it’s a great way for many to understand the concept of fractions. I was also one of only five panelists for The Kennedy Center’s “Making Connections” session which ended the Conference this summer. I’m working on some new concert programs and am getting ready to gear up for the school year!
I think it is wonderful that you connected reading with music. I had a little experience with helping kids with reading. I worked from the premise that reading should be fun. Therefore I tried to make it fun. I think that music and reading should walk hand and hand..I miss working with the children. Hopefully. I’ll get back to volunteering with Americorp…
Thanks, Diane- hope the video on YouTube (search “Joppity”) can help you with steady beat activities
Hi Diane – so nice to get your comment. We need more people like you who A) understand the connection between music and literacy and B) volunteer! Please let me know if there is anything I can help you with. Beth
Great article! I appreciate the clear and insightful perspective you’ve shared. It’s fascinating to see how this topic is developing. For those interested in diving deeper, I found an excellent resource that expands on these ideas: check it out here. Looking forward to hearing others’ thoughts and continuing the discussion!
Thanks for reading it! Beth