Teaching Notes - MTA Podcast

Send us a textEpisode 22 of Teaching Notes begins with Part 2 of an extended interview with composer, writer and TV presenter Howard Goodall, in which he discusses flaws in current assessment of composition, as well as tackling a big question: what is creativity?Plus, Sarah Lambie gives an overview of the Music & Drama Education Awards, the nominations for which are currently open.And, legendary British song-writer Guy Chambers chats to Patrick about the craft of song-writing, including how to get started and potential pitfalls. Produced and presented by Patrick Johns.© Music Teachers' Association www.musicteachers.org

Send us a textEpisode 21 of Teaching Notes, the MTA Podcast, is out now!Head of Performing Arts at School 21, Emily Crowhurst tells Patrick about the wonderful music-rich curriculum at her school, which takes students from the age of 4 to 18;Plus, Part 1of an extended interview with composer, writer and TV presenter Howard Goodall, in which he tackles some big issues in music education today, such as what the core subjects on a curriculum should be, and the wider-benefits and long-term gains of a strong music provision in schools.Produced and presented by Patrick Johns.© Music Teachers' Association www.musicteachers.org

Send us a textThis episode focusses on KS4 and KS5 composition, with music teacher and coursework moderator Jane Werry offering some dos and don’ts, amongst other great advice.Plus, one invaluable of the UK’s top composers, Bob Chilcott offers invaluable advice to music teachers, about the compositional process.And speech and language therapist Brian Saccente-Kennedy discusses teachers’ vocal health, flagging up the long-term consequences of poor technique, and he gives some important advice for all teachers.Produced and presented by Patrick Johns.© Music Teachers' Association www.musicteachers.org

Send us a textKicking off the new term with a new series of Teaching Notes, Patrick talks to MTA President Simon Toyne about changes this term in the Music Classroom, and about the new campaign #CanDoMusic; and we hear from several music teachers about their plans for the lessons.Also, legendary comedian, impressionist, writer and opera translator Rory Bremner tells Patrick about a terrific new audio book he’s been involved in, to help get Years 3–7 into Classical Music.And the UK’s first Professor of Mental Health in Education, Professor Barry Carpenter discusses The Recovery Curriculum, and some crucial aspects of children’s post-lockdown mental health, that all teachers should consider when planning lessons.Produced and presented by Patrick Johns.© Music Teachers' Association www.musicteachers.org

Send us a textIn Episode no.18, the last podcast of the academic year, we hear from Catherine Barker about discussions at recent MTA webinars on the topic of returning to school, and the Executive Director of London Music Masters, Rob Adediran, introduces the diversity and inclusion strategy tool, “I’m In”.Also, James Manwaring gives some excellent advice to teachers already thinking about the Autumn Term; and MTA President Simon Toyne signs the academic year off by reflecting on how far we’ve all come this year, and how we can prepare for next year.Produced and presented by Patrick Johns.© Music Teachers' Association www.musicteachers.org

Send us a textIn Episode no.17, James McKelvey introduces Patrick to an alternative qualification for Key Stage 5, the International Baccalaureate Diploma; Gareth Davies from the London Symphony Orchestra and film maker Vic Craven talk about the creation of the hugely successful “Where’s Simon?” online project, involving students playing along with the LSO and Sir Simon Rattle.Plus, Jazz legend, and former Miles Davis sideman, Ron Carter chats about introducing Jazz to beginners, and recommends some recordings for beginners to listen to.Produced and presented by Patrick Johns.© Music Teachers' Association www.musicteachers.org

Send us a textIn Episode no.16, Andrew Moxon discusses the large part that his students’ external music-making plays within his school'sl life; and Musical Futures’ Fran Hannan introduces their online TV channel #mufutv.Plus, Patrick discusses various approaches to teaching Jazz to beginners, with Grammy Award-winning Jazz musician Loren Schoenberg, from the Juilliard School of Music.Presented and produced by Patrick Johns© Music Teachers' Association www.musicteachers.org

Send us a textIn Episode no.15, Julian Whittaker looks back on his Key Stage 4 students’ work during lockdown, and Patrick meets opera singer Mark Llewelyn Evans, author of The ABC of Opera, designed to introduce opera to young children.Plus, world-famous cellist Julian Lloyd-Webber and Patrick discuss the life-changing experiences that Classical music can give to students, and some of the challenges associated with teaching it.Presented and produced by Patrick Johns© Music Teachers' Association www.musicteachers.org

Send us a textIn Episode no.14, Dave Lowe gives Patrick an overview of the subjects his Year 7s study, including a terrific iPad project; plus Hayley Clements, the Head of Learning and Participation for RCM Sparks at the Royal College of Music explains how their partnerships with schools work, and how schools can get involved.Plus, in the wake of recent worldwide events, Patrick talks to musician and author Nate Holder about decolonising our own music curricula, providing food for thought for teachers everywhere to re-examine their own lessons.Presented and produced by Patrick Johns© Music Teachers' Association www.musicteachers.org

Send us a textIn Episode no.13, Head of Music Mark Aitchison tells Patrick how he’s managed to turn round two struggling music departments, and explains his different approach to Key Stage 3 learning; plus Austen Smart from Future DJs gives some insider information as to the services they provide to schools.Plus, Patrick finds out about a charity that transforms lives through music, Brass for Africa, talking to superstar trumpeter Alison Balsom, charity founder Jim Trott and Director of Music Education Lizzie Burrowes about their work in Uganda, and the life-changing opportunities they can provide for students in UK schools.Presented and produced by Patrick Johns© Music Teachers' Association www.musicteachers.org