Sadly, Music Is the First To Go

Wednesday, May 13th, 2009

The problem is that these decisions are being made in a black and white, linear fashion without making the connection that learning is a process and not just a regurgitation of facts. Any computer can spout of facts and make calculations. Being human means we can reason, create and grow. It’s what brings innovation and makes for a better world.

One of the sad things about the layoffs is that it takes many years to build a strong music program. It also takes many years to build music in a person. When it goes away, it has to be rebuilt.

Music and Daily Routines

Thursday, July 10th, 2008

Our son will be 4 in a couple of weeks. Since he was in the womb, we have exposed him to music.  You might think that as trained musicians we have this structured regime. If you know me and how artsy I am, you know that structure is difficult for me. For the most part, [...]