What if the people cheering the loudest from the audience were also learning the music themselves? Discover how teaching caregivers to play or sing alongside their children can transform your music program. Whether completely new to music or returning after years away, parents step into the role of learner, experiencing firsthand what we teach in the classroom. This session explores the power of parent orchestras, bands, and choirs, not as community groups, but as classroom-connected ensembles that…

Music education classes are known sources of student engagement, community connection and academic success within schools. However, these classes often face unique challenges, including student access, funding for materials and…