EPISODE · Nov 1, 2021 · 39 MIN
Episode 08: Creativity and Improvisation in Ensembles (Part 2 of 3)
from Pass the Baton: Empowering Students in Music Education, a Podcast for Music Teachers · host Theresa Hoover and Kathryn Finch, Music Educators
Matthew Shaffer is middle school orchestra director in State College, PA. While Matt is primarily an orchestral cellist, he also played in a band in high school. That band experience, jamming with friends, drove him towards incorporating creative activities with his students. Matt is also a co-author of the book, The Creative String Orchestra, which describes ways orchestra teachers can incorporate more creativity in their classes. In this interview, Matt talks about how he does this with his own students. Connect with Matthew: [email protected] F-flat Books: Matthew Shaffer The Creative String Orchestra Get a free preview of Pass the Baton: Empowering All Music Students For more info about Pass the Baton
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Matthew Shaffer is middle school orchestra director in State College, PA. While Matt is primarily an orchestral cellist, he also played in a band in high school. That band experience, jamming with friends, drove him towards incorporating creative activities with his students. Matt is also a co-author of the book, The Creative String Orchestra, which describes ways orchestra teachers can incorporate more creativity in their classes. In this interview, Matt talks about how he does this with his own students. Connect with Matthew: [email protected] F-flat Books: Matthew Shaffer The Creative String Orchestra Get a free preview of Pass the Baton: Empowering All Music Students For more info about Pass the Baton
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