Franklin Willis | The Heart of Teaching Music - Ep. 16

The Heart of Teaching Music is back for the academic year! This episode features Franklin Willis, Director of Visual and Performing Arts for Metro Nashville Public Schools. They talk about how Franklin’s own K-12 education has informed his career as an educator, demonstrating why the arts matter, and culturally relevant and inclusive music education. Without people, there is no music. Join hosts Julia Baumanis and Scott Edgar as they explore the heart of teaching music. Each week, they sit down with inspiring leaders in music and music education to share stories of identity, belonging, and making a difference through music.Together, they uncover how music education nurtures growth—not just musically, but socially and emotionally. With engaging conversations, diverse voices, and opportunities for listeners to ask questions, this podcast invites music educators to embrace life-skill development and discover the power of Music for ALL.This episode is sponsored by GIA Publications. Learn more about GIA’s music education offerings, including Julia and Scott’s personal favorites, here: giamusic.com/hotm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.