Music Education with Franklin Willis

Franklin Willis is an incredible educator, encourager, and leader in music education.  We met up at the FABSS Conference, hosted by F-Flat Books, to discuss an array of topics: joy in the classroom, student-teacher interaction, self-reflection, music creation, and more.  Franklin is full of wisdom, compassion, and joy. I know you'll enjoy our conversation. Links: Instagram: @fwillismusic Website Prince Rhythm Company Books and Resources at F-Flat Books Franklin's Bio: For more than a decade, educator, and leader, Franklin Willis has served the students and families of Nashville. Through music, Willis has educated, mentored, and developed young minds to be forward thinking contributors to society. A servant leader specializing in authentic culturally relevant teaching, empowering student contributions, and developing teachers to reach their full capacity, Willis finds true joy when at the service of others. Willis is a children's book author and graduate of the University of Memphis with a Bachelor of Music Education with an emphasis in Choral Music in 2009. In 2012, he earned the Master of Education Degree in Nonprofit Leadership from Belmont University. Most recently Willis completed the Education Specialist Degree with an emphasis in Instructional Leadership from Tennessee Technological University. He is a three-time recipient of the CMA Foundation Music Teacher of Excellence Award. ('16, '18, '19).  Franklin took on a new role this year as the Community Impact Director at CMA Foundation. Afternoon Ti Instagram: @highafternoonti Website:  www.jessicagrant.org