Music Loop

Presented by ASME (SA Chapter), this podcast is for educators working both in general classrooms and specialist music classrooms. Music Loop aims to inspire and support educators to ‘level up’ their knowledge and understanding of music education and take that learning back to their classroom. Episodes include interviews with those who actively work in the field and explore what works for them ... offering insight into their careers, classrooms and teaching practices and presenting strategies and advice for teachers at all levels. Music Loop is a great resource for all educators interested in becoming part of the thriving music education learning network.

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Episodes

Nurturing Nature

Listen to the dynamic duo of Margaret Lange and Cathy Lange as they talk about their lives, careers and the critical role that nurturing/mentoring has in the development of musical interest and acumen. Margaret Lange OAM a key figure in the founding and development of Kodaly in South Australia. Margaret has played a pivotal part to the development of music education practice over her long career. Her well-honed and deeply embedded skill and expertise has been instrumental in inspiring and suppor...

Nov 10, 2020•46 min

Making it Happen

In this episode we will hear Dr Anita Collins, award winning educator and tireless advocate for music education, describe some of the influences in her life and the motivation that drives her ongoing advocacy for music education. ‘Children need music education’ Anita is a researcher and author in the field of music learning and it’s relationship with brain development. She is internationally recognised for her work in translating the scientific research of neuroscientists and psychologists for p...

Sep 06, 2020•1 hr 3 min

The Power of Passion

Gaby Freer is a wonderful colourful multifaceted educator. Hear her stories of family, work, food and her enduring passion for educating the world about the power of singing. Gaby is a force to be reckoned with and the embodiment of the power that passion has on educating others. Program notes are available here .

Aug 09, 2020•55 min

Are we there yet? Those first seven years.

Britt Chatburn is a bright, engaging teacher who will describe the first critical years of work as a teacher. She is a music specialist in a public primary school and will share the successes and challenges of those first few years and the strategies she used and people who support her to develop her skills and knowledge as a teacher. Program notes are available here ....

Jun 17, 2020•35 min

The Role of the Leader in a Successful Music Programme

In this episode we hear from Bec Knight, principal of a public primary school, who shares her very well-informed views on music education in schools. She will discuss with Robbie Howard her views on the value of music education, the need for support in schools and the critical role of leadership. Program notes are available here

May 13, 2020•42 min

Sharing the Love

Sharing the love for learning and sharing the skills and knowledge we acquire is a treasured gift. As individuals our learning continues throughout life but the ability to effectively share this learning is not innate. Listen as Susan Marshall, music specialist, choir teacher, Orff practitioner and all round lovely person tells us her story from classroom to music room and talks about her passion for mentoring and supporting others. Program notes are available here...

Apr 05, 2020•27 min

Right place, right time or strategic planning?

Right place right time or strategic planning? – How much of the path of your career is influenced by the decisions you make? Or is as simple as being in the right place when the opportunity arises. Listen as Deb Hepworth music teacher, mentor, choral guru talks about her wonderful career and how she still maintains her passion for teaching and learning. Program notes are available here ....

Mar 14, 2020•36 min

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