"Cultivating Connections Through Music"

In this enriching episode of Band Director Boot Camp, host Lesley Moffat invites Ashley Cuthbertson to delve into the concept of culturally responsive music education. With a passion for equipping K12 music teachers to foster an equitable learning environment, Ashley discusses the importance of adapting music instruction to the cultural backgrounds and experiences of students. She emphasizes that genuine engagement and learning arise not just from diversifying repertoire, but by embedding students' cultural frames of reference into the music curriculum. Listeners will come away with a deeper understanding of how to make their music programs more inclusive and effective, and the vital role of self-awareness in teaching. The conversation also touches on the potential impact of culturally responsive education on student access to music programs and the future of music education as a whole. Resources and further reading are available at ashleycuthbertson.com.