Jessie Montgomery | The Heart of Teaching Music - Ep. 7

This episode of The Heart of Teaching Music features Jessie Montgomery, GRAMMY® Award-winning composer, violinist, and educator. Jessie’s work interweaves classical music with elements of vernacular music, improvisation, poetry, and social consciousness, making her an acute interpreter of 21st-century American sound and experience. They chat about being a multifaceted musician, performance anxiety, tips for emerging composers, and much more. Check out more of Jessie’s work at jessiemontgomery.com.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.